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IIT Madras Launches 6-Month Internship Program for B.Tech Students in 2024-25
The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) has introduced an innovative six-month internship program for B.Tech students to increase their chances of securing pre-placement offers and providing valuable industry exposure. Starting in the 2024-25 academic year, students will have their sixth semester free of core courses, allowing them to pursue extended internships or other professional experiences. They can now complete elective courses in earlier or later semesters, providing unprecedented flexibility.
IIT Madras, ISRO to Establish Space Research Hub for Spacecraft Study
The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) has partnered with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) to launch a groundbreaking Centre of Excellence in 'Fluid and Thermal Sciences.' With an initial seed funding of Rs 1.84 crore from ISRO, this new Centre will drive cutting-edge research, focusing on spacecraft and launch vehicle thermal management.
Xavier’s Resource Centre Honoured for Advancing Inclusive Education for the Visually Challenged
The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India, has presented the 2024 National Award for Inclusive Education to Xavier's Resource Centre for the Visually Challenged (XRCVC), a St. Xavier's College division.
Apply Now: University of Southampton Delhi's First Intake
The University of Southampton has officially opened admissions for its New Delhi campus, inviting applications via its website southampton.ac.uk/in. The first application round closes on 29th November 2024, with admission decisions expected by mid January 2025. Two additional rounds will follow for entry in August 2025. Notably, the Rs 5,000 application fee is waived for this first round, and details about scholarships and accommodation will be announced soon.
IIM Kozhikode Teams Up with Emeritus to Offer High-Level Senior Management Programme
The Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode (IIM-K) has joined forces with Emeritus to launch a new cohort of its prestigious Senior Management Programme (SMP). This transformative, one-year programme is meticulously crafted for senior professionals looking to enhance their leadership skills and navigate the complexities of today's rapidly evolving business landscape. The first batch will commence on 19th January 2025, focusing on equipping participants with advanced strategic thinking, cutting-edge digital fluency, and an enhanced ability to lead through disruptive changes.
IIT Kanpur Launches Olympiad-Based Admission Pathway for BTech and BS Courses
The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IITK) has introduced a new admission pathway for its BTech and BS programs, recognising the achievements of students who have excelled in international Olympiads. This initiative will begin in the academic year 2025-26, offering an alternative route for admission to talented students who have demonstrated exceptional performance in Olympiads across subjects such as Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Informatics.
IIM Ahmedabad's November Placements Go Hybrid—Exciting Times Ahead
The Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIM-A) is set to launch its placement season in November for the Postgraduate Programme (PGP), adopting a hybrid model to enhance flexibility. This approach allows companies to conduct interviews on campus or online, depending on their preferences.
New Dates Alert! Mumbai University Revises Winter 2024 Law Exam Schedule
The University of Mumbai has significantly updated the law exam schedule for the Winter 2024 session. The much-anticipated exams for affiliated law colleges, initially set for 2nd December 2024, will now occur on 22nd January 2025. This change affects first-year LLB/BLS students in the five-year program, BA LLB candidates and first-semester LLB/BLS students, all of whom will also sit for their exams on this new date.
Admission News
Alert! IGNOU Admission 2024 Deadline Extended
The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has extended the deadline for new admission to the July 2024 academic year. Students planning to apply for the July 2024 session of online distance learning (ODL) and online programs will now have another registration deadline. The revised deadline is 15th October 2024. Previously, the registration deadline for the ODL and online programmes was 30th September 2024.
KEAM 3rd Round Counselling Final Allotment
The Kerala Engineering Architecture Medical (KEAM) 2024 Round 3 seat allotment results were announced by the Commissioner of Entrance Examinations (CEE) Kerala on 6th of September 2024. Candidates who have registered for the counselling process can access the results by logging into the official website i.e, https://cee.kerala.gov.in/ with their application number and password.
DU NCWEB 3rd Round Admission Cutoff Released
The University of Delhi's Non-Collegiate Women's Education Board (DU NCWEB) has announced the third cutoff list for B.A and B.Com courses. Students who have submitted an application for admission to DU NCWEB in 2024 may access the third cut-off list by visiting the official website, ncweb.du.ac.in. Furthermore, the admission process has commenced. Additionally, students may consult the University of Delhi's official website, du.ac.in, to verify the cut-off list.
TS ICET 2024 Counselling Begins!
The Telangana State Council for Higher Education (TSCHE) commenced round 1 of the registration procedure for TS ICET counselling 2024 on 1st September 2024. The registration will be done at the official website tgicet.nic.in. Candidates can register till 8th September 2024.
Exam News
CAT 2024 Result Out! Check your Scores Now
On 19th December 2024, The Indian Institute of Management Calcutta announced the CAT 2024 results on its official website, iimcat.ac.in. The scorecard link is now live on the official website listed above. To download the CAT scorecard, aspirants must enter their registration number and password. The scorecard includes percentile scores for each component and an overall percentile score. This year, approximately 3.29 lakh candidates registered for the CAT 2024 exam, out of which 2.93 lakh appeared. A total of 14 candidates have received a perfect 100 percentile score, with Maharashtra having the most such candidates, followed by Delhi and Andhra Pradesh. 30 have scored 99.98 percentile
UGC NET December 2024 Registration Closes Today
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has extended the UGC NET registration dates to December 2024. It's now possible to register until today, 11th December 2024, at 11:59 pm People who want to take the test can do so at https://ugcnet.nta.ac.in/, the leading UGC NET website.
Attention! Admit Card Out for SNAP 2024 Test 2
Symbiosis International University has released the SNAP Admit Card 2024 for Test 2 on its official website. Candidates who have registered for the exam and wish to download their Symbiosis National Aptitude Test admission card can do so by going to snaptest.org.
Hurry Up! UGC NET 2024 Application Deadline Approaching - Apply by December 10
The University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC NET) registration deadline at the National Testing Agency is 10 December 2024. Candidates enthusiastic about pursuing careers as Assistant Professors or Junior Research Fellows in India's esteemed universities and colleges may now submit their applications through the official website, ugcnet.nta.ac.in.
