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UPTET 2026: Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission has set 3 May 2026 as the final date for UPTET 2026 online applications. The registration window, opened on 27 March 2026, closes today after an extension notice issued in April. The exam is scheduled for July 2026 in offline mode. Eligibility includes 10+2 with D.El.Ed or graduation with B.Ed. Candidates must complete submission through official UPESSC portals before closure of the application window.

The National Testing Agency has announced JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Paper 2 results for BArch and BPlanning. Four candidates achieved perfect 100 percentiles, with Meera Krishna R S and Suryathejus S excelling in BArch, and Gowri Sankar V and Sarthak Agarwal in BPlanning. Over 94,000 registered for BArch and over 45,000 for BPlanning across both sessions.

The Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC) has released the HCS Preliminary examination 2026 results and final answer keys on its official website. Candidates can now check their scores and qualifying status for the 102 advertised posts. Those who cleared the prelims will proceed to the Main Written examination scheduled from June 27 to June 29, 2026.

The NEET-UG 2026 exam in Bihar showcased a balanced yet challenging landscape, with physics presenting significant hurdles for around 1.60 lakh candidates. While students breezed through biology, chemistry struck a chord of moderate complexity. Confusing questions added to the mix, but the impressive 96% attendance rate underscored students' commitment.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Paper 2 results for B.Arch and B.Planning courses. Candidates can now access their scorecards, which include marks, percentile, and All India Rank, on the official NTA JEE Main website. These results are crucial for admission to top architecture and planning institutions across India.

Odisha students have achieved top ranks in ICSE and ISC examinations. Srijit Haldar from Cuttack secured the state's highest score in ICSE. Berhampur's Yajnadatta Samantara and Rajgangpur's Garv Agarwal emerged as state toppers in ISC Science and Commerce respectively. Their success highlights the state's consistent academic performance.

Flushing toilet paper, a seemingly harmless act, is causing significant damage to pipes, wallets, and the planet. Premium, thick papers disintegrate slowly, leading to clogs and costly repairs, especially for septic systems. Mass deforestation and chemical pollution are also linked to its production and disposal.

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has announced the September-November 2026 examination schedule for CA Foundation, Intermediate, and Final levels. Online application forms will be accepted from July 6, 2026, with a late fee applicable until July 22. The exams are scheduled for September and November, with no changes to dates even if a public holiday is declared.

JEE Advanced 2026 registration commenced today, April 23rd, for admission to IITs and IISc. Conducted by IIT Roorkee, the exam is open to top JEE Main 2026 rank holders. Key dates include registration ending May 4th and the exam on May 17th. Eligibility requires a JEE Main 2026 rank within the top 2,50,000.

IIT Roorkee has extended the JEE Advanced 2026 registration deadline to May 5 for JEE Main qualifiers. Applicants must have taken their Class 12 exams in 2025 or 2026 with Physics, Chemistry, and Maths. The computer-based exam is scheduled for May 17, with admit cards available from May 11. Fees vary by category

Aspiring Chartered Accountants can now download their CA Foundation May 2026 admit cards from eservices.icai.org. The ICAI has released the hall tickets, essential for entry to the examination centre. Candidates must carry a printed copy and valid photo ID. Exams are scheduled from May 14th to May 20th, with timings from 2 PM to 5 PM.

The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board has released the exam city intimation slip for the Lab Assistant Recruitment examination 2026. Candidates can check their allotted exam district via their SSO ID. Provisional admit cards will be available for download from May 5, 2026. The examinations are scheduled for May 9 and May 10, 2026.

This year's HSC results from Mumbai reveal a consistent performance accompanied by stricter assessment protocols. Universities observed a heightened rigor in grading, particularly in English, which influenced overall scores. The implementation of more CCTV monitoring and stringent measures against cheating may have played a role in rationalizing the outcomes, causing a notable decline in a few areas.

The JEE Advanced 2026 registration window is set to close soon, with eligible JEE Main qualifiers required to complete applications online. Conducted by the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, the exam is scheduled for May 17. Candidates must meet strict eligibility criteria and pay the prescribed fee, with admit cards releasing on May 11.