The CBSE Holiday List 2026–27 includes major national and religious holidays, summer vacation, Diwali break and other school holidays. The calendar covers important dates from April 2026 to March 2027, including Independence Day, Dussehra, Diwali, Christmas, Republic Day and Holi. Holiday and vacation dates may vary by school and region, so students should also check their school's official calendar.
QS Asia Rankings 2027 show that 71% of Indian universities declined in rank, while 18% improved and 11% remained stable. IIT Delhi retained the top position among Indian institutions at 66th. QS attributed the decline mainly to stronger competition, weaker reputation indicators and internationalisation. India still expanded its presence to 325 ranked universities, maintaining the second-largest representation in Asia.
The Delhi High Court has sought responses from CBSE, NCERT and the Union Government on a petition seeking permission for Class 12 students to use basic, non-programmable calculators in board exams. The plea covers Accountancy and seeks expert consideration for Mathematics. The court has not approved calculator use yet and has given the authorities six weeks to respond.
NTA has clarified that NRI candidates applying for JEE Main 2027 can use their passport as valid identity proof. The clarification came after a candidate asked about registration without an Aadhaar card, PAN card or Indian driving licence. NRI applicants should also refer to NTA’s October 28 and October 30, 2026 public notices for fresh application instructions.
JEE Main 2027 applicants with different names on Aadhaar and Class 10 certificates should verify their details before registration. NTA advises students to maintain accurate identity information. Aadhaar corrections can be requested through authorised UIDAI centres, while application changes depend on NTA's correction rules. Students facing verification problems should contact the official helpdesk and retain valid supporting documents for verification.
CAT 2026 exam anxiety can affect concentration, accuracy and time management on test day. Students can manage stress by getting enough sleep, avoiding last-minute revision and reaching the exam centre early. Simple breathing exercises, smart question selection and a clear time-management strategy can help maintain focus. Learn practical CAT 2026 exam day tips to stay calm and perform confidently.
JEE Main 2027 provides special examination facilities for eligible PwD and PwBD candidates, including scribe assistance, compensatory time and accessible arrangements. PwBD candidates are eligible for 5% reservation within applicable categories. Students must submit valid disability certificates and follow NTA guidelines. The official bulletin explains UDID requirements, certificate formats, application fees, eligibility conditions and correction rules for candidates seeking disability benefits.
West Bengal Board of Secondary Education has proposed revising the 2027 Madhyamik exam schedule due to Census 2027 duties involving teachers. The Class 10 exams, earlier scheduled for February 15 to 25, may now be held from March 2 to 16. The Higher Secondary exam schedule may also change. Final dates are yet to be officially approved.
The CLAT 2027 application correction window is open until November 10, 2026. Registered candidates can edit permitted details, including their name, date of birth, programme, reservation eligibility and preferred test city. The CLAT 2027 registration deadline has also been extended to November 7. The entrance exam is scheduled for December 6, 2026, in offline mode.
IIM Indore has postponed the release of the CAT 2026 admit card to November 6, 2026. Registered candidates will be able to download their hall tickets from iimcat.ac.in using their User ID and password. The admit card will contain exam centre, slot, reporting time and candidate details. CAT 2026 is scheduled for November 29, 2026.
The QS Asia Rankings 2027 include 1,722 universities from 26 higher education systems. India has 325 ranked universities, with IIT Delhi leading the country at 66th position. IISc Bengaluru and IIT Bombay follow at 79th and 83rd. India also has 21 universities in Asia’s top 200 and shows strong performance in research-related ranking indicators.
BSE Odisha has started the HSC Form Fill-Up 2027 process for Class 10 students. The application window opened on November 2, 2026, and will remain open until November 21, 2026, at 11:45 PM. Schools will complete the form through their login. Students should verify their language, vocational and other subject choices carefully before submission.
CBSE LOC 2027 correction facility is available for Class 10 and 12 board examination candidates through affiliated schools. Schools can correct eligible errors in student details submitted through the List of Candidates. The late-submission fee was ₹2,000 per candidate, but it doesn't automatically permit corrections after the correction window closes. Students should verify their details through their schools.
NTA has introduced new security measures for NEET UG and other national-level exams. The agency has created a panel of more than 5,000 subject experts and introduced a four-layer verification process. Teachers linked to commercial coaching institutes won't be involved in question paper preparation. NTA is also developing a large question bank to strengthen confidentiality and reduce paper leak risks.
झारखंड एकेडमिक काउंसिल (JAC) की 10वीं और 12वीं बोर्ड परीक्षा 2027 के लिए आवेदन प्रक्रिया 12 नवंबर 2026 से शुरू होगी। छात्र 26 नवंबर 2026 तक अपने स्कूल या कॉलेज के माध्यम से परीक्षा फॉर्म जमा कर सकेंगे। नियमित, प्राइवेट और पूर्व छात्रों के लिए अलग-अलग फॉर्म उपलब्ध होंगे। आवेदन से जुड़ी जरूरी तिथियां, प्रक्रिया और निर्देश यहां जानें।
CAT 2026 admit card is scheduled for release on November 4 at the official website, iimcat.ac.in. Registered candidates can download their hall ticket using their login credentials. The admit card will include the candidate’s exam centre, test slot, reporting time and important instructions. CAT 2026 will be conducted on November 29 across around 170 cities.
JEE Main 2027 category certificate rules cover reservation eligibility for OBC-NCL, EWS, SC and ST candidates. Students must select the correct category during registration and provide valid supporting documents during admission verification. OBC-NCL applicants must satisfy Central List requirements, while EWS candidates must meet prescribed income and asset conditions. Candidates should check the latest JoSAA 2027 certificate guidelines before counselling begins.
NTA has empanelled more than 5,000 experts, including academicians, scientists, educators, translators and moderators, for question paper setting, translation, vetting and other confidential tasks. The agency is also developing a large question bank to strengthen exam security and reduce paper leak risks. Experts undergo multiple verification stages and must follow strict confidentiality requirements while working on examination-related assignments.
CAT 2026 admit card is scheduled to be released on November 4, 2026, at the official website iimcat.ac.in. Registered candidates can download their hall ticket using their user ID and password. CAT 2026 will be conducted on November 29 in three sessions. Candidates should check their exam centre, reporting time, slot, photograph and other details carefully.
SNAP 2026 registration is ongoing for candidates seeking MBA admission through Symbiosis International (Deemed University). The application deadline is November 25, 2026. SNAP 2026 will be conducted on December 13, 19 and 26, with candidates allowed up to three attempts. Check the application fee, SIU institute fee, registration process and important dates before submitting the form.