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IISc Bengaluru Launches Three New BTech Courses for 2026; Admissions Through JEE Advanced

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The Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru has announced the introduction of three new BTech programmes for the 2026 academic year, expanding its undergraduate engineering offerings. Admission to these newly launched courses will be based on JEE Advanced 2026 scores, followed by participation in JoSAA counselling. The newly introduced programmes are BTech in Materials Science and Engineering, BTech in Mechanics and Computing, and BTech in Aerospace Engineering. Until now, IISc has been offering two undergraduate programmes — Bachelor of Science (Research) and BTech in Mathematics and Computing. Students seeking admission to the existing BTech Mathematics and Computing course were selected through JEE Advanced via the institute’s own admission portal. According to IISc, the new courses have been developed to prepare future engineers capable of driving innovation, research, and technological development in interdisciplinary and emerging sectors. The curriculum will focus on a strong academic foundation during the initial semesters, integrating engineering fundamentals with mathematics, science, and advanced computational techniques. The institute added that graduates from these programmes are expected to gain analytical, technical, and practical expertise that will make them valuable to global industries, academia, and research organisations. Meanwhile, IIT Roorkee is conducting JEE Advanced 2026, which is scheduled to take place on May 17, 2026. To qualify for JEE Advanced 2026, candidates must rank among the top 2.5 lakh successful students in the JEE Main 2026 BE/BTech paper. Applicants should be born on or after October 1, 2001, with relaxations applicable for reserved categories. Students can attempt JEE Advanced a maximum of two times in two consecutive years and must have first appeared for their Class 12 or equivalent examination in either 2025 or 2026 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as mandatory subjects. Source: Indian Express

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CIC Urges DoPT to Publish UPSC Results With Sub-Caste Details

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The Central Information Commission has advised the Department of Personnel and Training to consider adding sub-caste information in the final result lists of the UPSC Civil Services Examination, saying it could improve transparency and help evaluate whether reservation benefits are reaching a wider range of communities within larger caste groups. The recommendation was made while hearing a second appeal under the RTI Act. The applicant had sought caste-wise data of candidates selected to the Indian Administrative Service through the 1995 UPSC examination. During the proceedings, DoPT informed the commission that service allocation records are maintained only under broad categories such as SC, ST and OBC, and not by sub-caste. Officials also said records from 1995 could not be located. The department further stated that candidate allocation lists with category details from Civil Services Examination 2017 onwards are already available on its official portal. While noting that such granular data is currently unavailable, the commission observed there is reasonable scope to include sub-caste information in future disclosures. It said publishing this data alongside broader reservation categories could help ensure affirmative action policies benefit a more diverse section of eligible communities. The CIC, however, found no lapse in the response provided by the public authorities in this specific RTI matter and closed the appeal. Source: PTI

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CISCE Announces ICSE, ISC 2026 Results: Pass Percentage Crosses 99%, Girls Lead Performance

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The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) has officially released the 2026 ICSE (Class 10) and ISC (Class 12) board examination results, recording an impressive overall pass percentage of above 99% in both categories. More than 3.6 lakh students from India and overseas appeared for the exams this year. According to CISCE, the ISC (Class 12) examination registered an overall pass rate of 99.13%, with girls achieving 99.48% and boys 98.81%. In the ICSE (Class 10) examination, the overall pass percentage stood at 99.18%, where girls scored 99.46%, ahead of boys at 98.93%. A total of 1,03,316 students from 1,553 schools appeared for the ISC exams, including 54,118 boys and 49,198 girls. Meanwhile, the ICSE examination saw participation from 2,58,721 candidates across 2,957 schools, comprising 1,37,503 boys and 1,21,218 girls. Students can check their results through the official CISCE portals and DigiLocker, while schools can access detailed performance data via the CISCE CAREERS Portal. CISCE Chief Executive and Secretary Joseph Emmanuel said the results reflect the hard work, determination, and resilience shown by students throughout the academic year, adding that every learner’s journey is unique and these outcomes mark an important milestone. Regional Performance Highlights The Northern region had the highest number of candidates in both examinations. In terms of results, the Southern region topped ISC with a pass percentage of 99.87%, followed by the Western region at 99.55%. For ICSE, the Western region led with 99.85%, narrowly ahead of the Southern region at 99.81%. Inclusive Performance Data Among reserved category students in ISC, Scheduled Caste candidates recorded 98.77%, Scheduled Tribe students 98.84%, OBC students 99.12%, and General category students 99.17%. In ICSE, Scheduled Caste candidates achieved 98.76%, Scheduled Tribe candidates 98.07%, OBC students 99.24%, and General category students 99.26%. The board also highlighted strong performances by students with special needs. In ISC, 305 candidates with learning difficulties appeared, with 36 scoring above 90%. Nine out of 22 visually challenged candidates also crossed the 90% mark. In ICSE, 1,313 students with learning difficulties appeared, and 132 scored above 90%, while 17 of 54 visually challenged candidates secured over 90%. Recheck and Support Services The recheck application window is open from May 1 to May 4, followed by re-evaluation and improvement exams scheduled for June and July. CISCE also continued its 24×7 student support initiative #iGotHelp, launched in February, to provide counselling, emotional assistance, and exam-related guidance. Dr. Emmanuel encouraged students to look ahead with confidence, stating that their future will be shaped by their ambitions, values, and continuous learning. Source: The Hindu

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Assam HS Result 2026 Declared: Overall Pass Percentage at 81.54%, Girls Excel in All Streams

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The Assam Higher Secondary Education Council has officially announced the Class 12 Higher Secondary (HS) Final Examination results for 2026 today at 10:30 am. Students can now access and download their digital marksheets through the official portal. This year, a total of 3,30,794 students appeared for the examination, out of which 81.54% successfully passed. Stream-wise Pass Percentage Arts: 79.54% Commerce: 81.13% Science: 89.79% Among all streams, Science recorded the highest success rate. Girls also outperformed boys across every stream. Minimum Passing Criteria Students are required to score at least 33% marks to clear the HS examination. Those who do not meet the minimum qualifying marks will be eligible to appear for compartment exams. How to Check Assam HS Result 2026 Visit the result portal. Click on Board Exam Results 2026. Select Assam Board Class 12 Exam Results 2026. Enter your roll number. Submit details to view and download your marksheet. Key Highlights The release of the result gazette, containing roll number-wise qualified candidate details, has also been made available. Source: NDTV

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CBSE Class 12 Results 2026 Likely Before April End: Steps to Check via DigiLocker, UMANG & Official Websites

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The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is expected to release the Class 12 board exam results on or before April 30, 2026, although an official confirmation is still awaited. This year, the evaluation process has reportedly been expedited due to the introduction of an On-Screen Marking system, aimed at enhancing accuracy and reducing delays associated with manual checking. The Class 12 examinations were conducted between February 17 and April 10, 2026. With the assessment process nearing completion, students are eagerly awaiting the publication of their results across official portals and government-supported digital platforms such as DigiLocker and UMANG. Expected Timeline and Previous Trends While CBSE results are typically announced in May, last year’s Class 12 results were declared on May 13, recording an overall pass percentage of 88.39%. However, the faster digital evaluation this year has raised expectations of an earlier release. Additionally, the declaration of Class 10 results on April 15, 2026, has further fueled speculation of an April-end announcement for Class 12. Where to Check Results Students will be able to access their provisional marksheets on official CBSE websites: cbse.gov.in results.cbse.nic.in cbseresults.nic.in Due to anticipated heavy traffic, students are advised to keep their roll number, school number, and admit card ID ready for quick access. Steps to Download Marksheet via DigiLocker To download the digital marksheet: Visit DigiLocker or open the app Sign in using Aadhaar or registered mobile number Navigate to the “Education” section Select CBSE and choose Class XII Marksheet Enter required details and download the document Checking Results via UMANG & Websites On UMANG, students can log in, search for CBSE services, select the Class 12 result option, enter credentials, and download their marksheet. On official websites, they need to click on the Class 12 result link, input the required details, and submit to view and save their results. What Happens After Results Following the announcement, original certificates will be distributed through respective schools. CBSE will also open applications for verification of marks, re-evaluation, obtaining answer sheet copies, and compartment exams. Students are encouraged to rely only on official CBSE updates for accurate information. Tags: CBSE Class 12 Results 2026, CBSE Results Date, DigiLocker CBSE, UMANG App Results, CBSE Board Exams, Education News India, Board Results Update, CBSE Marksheet Download  

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CBSE Class 10 Second Board Exams 2026 to Begin May 15; Mathematics Papers First

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The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially announced the date sheet for the Class 10 second board examinations for 2026. As per the schedule, the exams will begin on May 15, with Mathematics (Standard) and Mathematics (Basic) as the opening papers. The exams will generally be conducted from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM, although select subjects may conclude earlier at 12:30 PM. Introduced last year, the two-board exam system is being fully implemented from the 2026 academic session. This approach offers students an opportunity to improve their scores in up to three subjects, providing greater flexibility and reducing academic pressure. Eligibility Criteria for CBSE Class 10 Second Exams Students eligible to appear include: Those who appeared in at least three subjects in the first board exam Students who have passed Class 10 and want to improve their scores Candidates placed in the Compartment category Students who passed after replacing a subject with a sixth subject Students under UFM category 1 (if otherwise eligible) Candidates from the 2025 Compartment category Students opting for improvement in up to three core subjects Those appearing for first/third chance compartment or combined compartment + improvement exams Sports students permitted by CBSE Not Eligible to Appear Students who failed or did not appear in three or more subjects Students placed under the ER (Essential Repeat) category, who can only reappear next year This revised examination structure reflects CBSE’s shift toward a more student-friendly evaluation system, enabling multiple opportunities for academic improvement. Source: NDTV  

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JEE Main 2026 Results Announced: 26 Candidates Achieve Perfect 100 Percentile, Aarush Singhal Tops AIR 1

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The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the results for JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Paper 1 (BE/BTech), with 26 students securing a flawless 100 percentile score. Out of these, 12 candidates had already achieved the same score in the January session, reaffirming their top performance. Aarush Singhal from Chandigarh has emerged as the All India Rank (AIR) 1 holder. Notably, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh lead the tally with five toppers each. All 26 candidates who secured perfect scores are male. Some of the high achievers include Jonnala Roshan Manideep Reddy (Andhra Pradesh), Shreyas Mishra (Delhi), Mantha Shiva Kamesh (Telangana), and Siddharth Shrikant Athaley (Maharashtra), along with several others representing states across the country. The NTA score, which is a normalized percentile, ensures fair comparison among candidates appearing in different shifts of the examination. These results will now determine eligibility for the next stage, including admission processes and qualification for JEE Advanced. Source: NDTV

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MP Board Results 2026 Declared: Pratiba Singh Solanki Tops Class 10 with 499 Marks

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The Madhya Pradesh Board of Secondary Education has officially announced the Class 10 and Class 12 results for 2026 on April 15. The results were declared by Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav. Students can access their scorecards through the official websites, including mpbse.mponline.gov.in, mpbse.nic.in, mpresults.nic.in, result.mponline.gov.in, and digilocker.gov.in. To download their results, candidates need to enter their roll number and required login credentials. This year, Pratiba Singh Solanki secured the top position in Class 10 by scoring an impressive 499 out of 500 marks. The Class 10 board exams were conducted from February 13 to March 6, 2026, with the Hindi exam rescheduled to March 6. Meanwhile, Class 12 exams took place between February 7 and March 7 in a single shift from 9 am to 12 noon. Some exams, including Hindi, Urdu, and Marathi, were also rescheduled. Practical exams for both classes were held from February 10 to March 10 at designated centres. As per MPBSE guidelines, students must score at least 33% in each subject to pass. Those who fail to meet this requirement will be eligible to appear for supplementary exams. The Class 10 supplementary exams are scheduled from May 7 to May 19, 2026, while Class 12 supplementary exams will be held from May 7 to May 25, 2026. Last year, the Class 12 pass percentage stood at 74.48%, while Class 10 recorded a pass rate of 76.22%. Girls outperformed boys, with a pass percentage of 79.27% compared to 73.21% for boys.

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CBSE Class 10 Results 2026 Announced: Pass Percentage Rises to 93.70%, Girls Outshine Boys

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The Central Board of Secondary Education has released the Class 10 Board Examination 2026 results, recording an overall pass percentage of 93.70%, a marginal increase from last year’s 93.66%. Out of 24.83 lakh registered students, around 24.71 lakh appeared for the exams, and over 23.16 lakh students successfully cleared them, indicating steady academic performance nationwide. Girls once again led the results with a 94.99% pass rate, outperforming boys, who secured 92.60%, while transgender candidates recorded 87.50%. Among different school categories, Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVs) emerged as top performers with an impressive 99.57% pass percentage, followed by Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs) at 99.42%. Private schools achieved a 93.77% pass rate, whereas government and government-aided schools stood at 91.43% and 91.01%, respectively. Students can check their results through official CBSE websites as well as digital platforms like UMANG and DigiLocker by entering their login credentials. Continuing its policy, CBSE has decided not to release a toppers list to discourage unhealthy competition. However, merit certificates will be awarded to the top 0.1% of students in each subject. In alignment with the National Education Policy 2020, students will also have the opportunity to appear for a second board examination in May 2026 to improve their scores in up to three subjects. Reacting to the announcement, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan called it a significant milestone and encouraged students to see their results as part of a broader learning journey. The Class 10 board exams were conducted from February 17 to March 11, 2026, in a single shift across the country. Check the results on: results.cbse.nic.in and cbseresults.nic.in. 

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Historic 106-Year-Old School in J&K to Be Transformed into Heritage Institution

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In a significant move to preserve educational legacy, the government has announced the redevelopment of one of Jammu and Kashmir’s oldest institutions, the Boys Higher Secondary School in Bhaderwah, into a heritage school. Originally established in 1920 as Amar Singh High School by Maharaja Pratap Singh, the institution holds the distinction of being the first high school in the Chenab Valley region. Located in Bhaderwah town of Doda district, the school has played a pivotal role in shaping generations of students for over a century. The foundation stone for the redevelopment project, estimated at ₹3.06 crore, was laid by Additional Deputy Commissioner Sunil Kumar Bhutyal in the presence of Principal and alumnus Kailash Chander. The initiative is being carried out under the ‘Prerna’ Heritage School scheme, aimed at revitalizing historic institutions into inspiring centres of learning. According to officials, the upgraded campus will offer an immersive educational environment while preserving the institution’s historical character. The project is also expected to strengthen emotional and cultural ties among alumni, many of whom have longstanding family connections to the school. Highlighting the significance of the initiative, Bhutyal noted that the redevelopment aligns with the broader vision of Narendra Modi to empower youth through meaningful educational reforms. The ‘Prerna’ initiative, he said, seeks to motivate students to become agents of positive change in society. Principal Kailash Chander described the development as deeply personal and historic, sharing that three generations of his family have studied at the institution. Leading the school after it has been granted heritage status, he added, is a moment of immense pride. The school’s academic affiliations have evolved over time, reflecting its longstanding prominence. Before India’s independence, it was affiliated with the University of the Panjab until 1947. It later came under the aegis of Banaras Hindu University and subsequently the University of Jammu and Kashmir. Since 1974, it has been affiliated with the Jammu and Kashmir State Board of School Education. During the 2015–16 academic session, the institution was renamed Model Higher Secondary School. With this redevelopment, the century-old institution is set to enter a new phase—blending heritage preservation with modern education, and continuing its legacy of academic excellence. Source: PTI  

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