The Consortium of NLUs has released the CLAT 2027 mock test schedule. The first online test falls on November 10 and the second on November 20. Each test carries 120 questions worth one mark each, with a 0.25 deduction for wrong answers. You can retake them as often as you like. The actual CLAT 2027 exam takes place offline on December 6, 2026.
ICAI has declared the CA Foundation September 2026 exam results. Kansika from Hisar and Mahek Gupta from Hyderabad share All India Rank 1 with 361 out of 400 marks, scoring 90.25 per cent. Of 1,04,240 candidates who appeared, 19,736 passed at an overall rate of 18.93 per cent. Scorecards are live on caresults.icai.org with registration and roll number login.
CBSE has announced the practical exam schedule for Class 10 and 12 students in winter-bound schools for the 2026-27 academic session. Exams run from November 9 to December 19, 2026. Schools must appoint external examiners, verify candidate lists through the online LOC system and upload batch photographs via a CBSE app link. A separate circular will follow for regular-session schools.
UPSC NDA 1 Final Result 2026 was announced on November 5, with 617 candidates recommended for admission, including 551 males and 66 females. Ishaan Pachauri and Shreya N Gowda topped their respective merit lists. Candidates can download the official PDF from upsc.gov.in. Admission remains provisional, subject to document verification and medical requirements. Candidates should check joining instructions online.
CAT 2026 candidates must avoid carrying prohibited items such as mobile phones, smartwatches, calculators, electronic gadgets, books, notes and personal stationery into the examination centre. Students should bring their printed admit card and valid original photo ID. Checking the official exam-day guidelines, following security procedures and leaving unnecessary belongings at home can help prevent delays and entry-related problems.
JEE Main 2027 allows eligible freshers and droppers to appear in two examination sessions. Students who passed Class 12 in 2025 or 2026, or are appearing in 2027, can apply. Candidates who passed in 2024 or earlier are ineligible. NTA considers the better total score across sessions, while Class 12 improvement exams do not extend eligibility for candidates.
CAT 2026 aspirants should focus on accuracy, time management and smart question selection. Skipping difficult or lengthy questions can help save time for easier ones. Students should attempt familiar questions first, review uncertain answers and avoid unnecessary guessing in MCQs. A section-wise attempt strategy for VARC, DILR and Quant can improve efficiency during the examination and reduce avoidable mistakes.
CBSE has clarified the eligibility rules for the Class 10 Second Board Exam 2027. Students who pass all five subjects can appear for improvement, while those with Compartment in up to three subjects can reappear to clear them. Students who miss three or more subjects or skip the First Board Exam aren't eligible for the Second Board Exam.
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.