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UGC releases list of central universities granted Graded Autonomy
The University Grants Commission (UGC) announced on Tuesday, March 5, the list of central institutions that have been granted Graded Autonomy under the University Grants Commission (Categorisation of institutions (only) for Grant of Graded Autonomy) Regulations, 2018.
Delhi Budget 2024-25: Government allocates ₹16,396 crore for Education
The Delhi government allotted Rs 16,396 crore for education in its 2024-25 budget, which was released on 04th Mar 2024. Finance Minister Atishi, who presented the budget in the Delhi Assembly, stated that the state government's top objective is to provide quality education to the city's citizens.
BITS Pilani WILP launches PG Diploma programme in Smart Manufacturing
Birla Institute of Technology and Science Pilani (BITS Pilani) has launched a new PG Diploma programme in Smart Manufacturing through its Work Integrated Learning Programmes (WILP) division. Interested individuals can apply for admission to the new programme by March 18. Candidates can learn more about this programme by visiting the website bits-pilani-wilp.ac.in.
Education Minister Launches SWAYAM Plus Platform for Learning
On February 27, Union Minister of Education, Skill Development, and Entrepreneurship Dharmendra Pradhan introduced the 'SWAYAM Plus' portal, which would offer courses designed in collaboration with the industry. Industry partners like L&T, Microsoft, and CISCO collaborated to create employability and professional development programmes.
IGNOU invites applications for online programmes in Agriculture
The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) is accepting online applications for several programmes. Interested candidates can apply for online courses at the official website, ignou.ac.in.
Government Forms Committee for Establishment of New Medical Colleges
The national government established a council to advise on the formation of new medical colleges using current hospital facilities. This initiative aligns with the government's announcement of the introduction of the interim budget.
IIT-Madras and Internshala Sign MoU for Skill Training Programmes
The Indian Institute of Technology, Madras (IITM) has partnered with Internshala, a professional technology platform. As part of this collaboration, both businesses will provide students with co-branded skill training in Ethical Hacking, Advanced Excel, Data Science, Machine Learning, SQL for Data Analytics, Business Analytics, VLSI Design, and MATLAB.
IGNOU placement drive on February 23
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) is preparing to organise a campus recruitment campaign on February 23, 2024. The placement drive will be held at the Convention Centre on the IGNOU Campus in Maidan Garhi, New Delhi, in partnership with Archis - E-Services Pvt Ltd and Globiva. Archis - E-Services Pvt Limited is hiring permanent regional callers (Odia/Telugu), retention executives, and backend executives, with annual salaries ranging from Rs 1.7 lakh to Rs 3 lakh. Candidates with 0 to 1 year of experience are allowed to apply.
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.
Campus News
IIM-Mumbai Invites Applicants for MBA in Sustainability Management
The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Mumbai, formerly NITIE, has announced admissions for its MBA in Sustainability Management program. This innovative program empowers future leaders to drive impactful environmental and social change.
IIT Kanpur Offers 45-Day Intensive Online Preparation for JEE Aspirants
SATHEE, a collaborative effort by IIT Kanpur and the Ministry of Education, has rolled out a 45-day crash course tailored for JEE Main 2025 aspirants. Starting November 11, this course offers a complete preparation package—including daily live online sessions, interactive study resources, and a robust set of practice materials—all free. Students can easily enrol via the SATHEE website (rather.iitk.ac.in) or the SATHEE mobile app, available on iOS and Android.
IIM Bangalore PGPEM Celebrates 25 Years of Drishti Leadership Summit
The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Bangalore’s Postgraduate Programme in Enterprise Management (PGPEM) celebrated the 25th edition of its flagship Annual Leadership Summit, Drishti, on 9-10 November 2024. Centred around the theme, “Insights to Impact: Shaping Business Strategies for Tomorrow,” the silver jubilee summit gathered industry leaders, visionaries, professionals, and B-school students for two days of collaborative discussions on innovation and sustainable growth.
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.
