The Ministry of Education has informed Parliament that there has been no decline in the University Grants Commission (UGC) grants allocated to Delhi University over the past five years. The funding has increased from ₹607 crore in 2019-20 to ₹955 crore in 2023-24, reflecting consistent governmental support. Key Points: Consistent Funding: The UGC grants…
The All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination (AISSEE) 2025 is scheduled for April 5, 2025. This examination is conducted for admission to Classes VI and IX in Sainik Schools across India. Exam Pattern and Mode: Mode of Examination: Pen-and-paper based (OMR-based) Type of Questions: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) Medium of Examination: Candidates can choose from…
In the Union Budget 2025-26, the Indian government has significantly increased its focus on higher education, with the total outlay surpassing ₹50,000 crore. This marks a substantial rise from the previous year’s allocation of ₹47,620 crore, reflecting the government’s commitment to strengthening the higher education sector. Key Highlights: Prime Minister’s Research Fellowship (PMRF): The…
In the Union Budget 2024-25, the Indian government has adjusted allocations across various educational initiatives: Increased Allocations: Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan: This comprehensive program for school education received an increase of ₹4,500 crore compared to the Revised Estimates (RE) of 2023-24. PM Schools for Rising India (PM SHRI): The allocation for PM SHRI schools saw a…
In the Union Budget 2025, the Indian government has reduced funding for several scholarship schemes aimed at minority and Scheduled Tribe (ST) students. Notably, the pre-matric scholarship for minorities has been allocated ₹326.16 crore for 2024-25, a significant decrease from ₹1,378 crore in 2021-22. The Ministry of Minority Affairs explained that this reduction is due…
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the provisional answer key for the UGC NET December 2024 session on its official website, ugcnet.nta.ac.in. Candidates who appeared for the exam can now review the answer key and raise objections, if any, until February 3, 2025. Steps to Download the UGC NET December 2024 Answer Key: Visit…
The National Testing Agency (NTA) is anticipated to release the application form for the Common University Entrance Test Undergraduate (CUET UG) 2025 in the first week of February 2025. Prospective candidates should monitor the official CUET UG website for the latest updates. CUET UG serves as a gateway for admission into various undergraduate programs…
The registration process for the Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET) 2025 is now live on the official website cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. This entrance exam is a crucial step for students seeking admission to undergraduate programs in engineering, technology, and other professional courses in Karnataka. Key Details: Registration Link: KCET Official Website Registration Timeline: Ensure you complete the…
The rise in suicides among NEET and JEE aspirants in Kota, India, is deeply concerning. Kota, often referred to as the coaching hub of India, attracts thousands of students annually who come to prepare for these competitive exams. However, the intense pressure to excel, high expectations from families, and relentless schedules often take a toll…
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the notification for the Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2025 on January 22, 2025. The application process is now open, and interested candidates can apply online through the official UPSC website. Important Dates: Start Date for Applications: January 22, 2025 Last Date for Applications: February 11, 2025,…