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NEET UG aspirants face intense competition for limited MBBS seats, where even small mark differences drastically impact rank and admission chances. Past trends suggest safe scores vary by category, with general candidates needing over 620-650 marks for government seats. However, cut-offs fluctuate annually due to exam difficulty, candidate performance, and seat availability.

The Supreme Court has urged the National Medical Commission and the Centre to establish robust, tamper-proof rules for medical college admissions to curb frequent litigation. Highlighting the need for stricter selection processes, the court's directive comes amid a significant number of vacant postgraduate medical seats, prompting a drastic reduction in NEET-PG cut-off marks for all categories.

A 23-year-old woman, Robab Munnami, overcame a severe locomotor disorder to appear for the NEET-UG exam. After facing challenges with inadequate facilities for disabled candidates in previous years, she finally secured appropriate arrangements this year. Entering the examination hall itself was a significant victory for her, and she reported that her exam went well.

The Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board (GSHSEB) has declared the Class 12 2026 results, with the Science stream recording an 84.33% pass rate, its highest since 2016. The General stream registered a 92.71% pass percentage, slightly lower than 2025. Morbi led Science performance, while Dahod recorded the lowest. In the General stream, several centres achieved 100% results. Over 4.35 lakh students appeared for the General stream examinations this year.

The Nagpur bench of the Bombay High Court has directed authorities to immediately ensure basic facilities at examination centers, including proper ventilation, cooling, and drinking water, for upcoming competitive exams like NEET. The court emphasized that conducting exams in unsafe conditions violates students' right to live with dignity and can impact their performance.

As NEET UG 2026 approaches, lakhs of aspirants prepare for one of India’s most competitive exams, where over 22 lakh students vie for limited government medical seats. With 600+ marks often seen as the benchmark, the article breaks down last year’s trends, subject-wise strategies, key topics, and expert-backed tips to help students maximise their scores and stay composed under pressure.

Admit cards out for 22.79 lakh candidates; over 99% get first-choice exam city

The Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board (GSEB) has declared the Class 12 (HSC) and GUJCET 2026 results today at 10:00 AM on gseb.org. The Science stream recorded an 84.33% pass rate, while the General stream stood at 92.17%. Results also cover Vocational, U.B. Stream, and Sanskrit Madhyama. Over 15.28 lakh students appeared this year. Students can check results using their seat number via website, WhatsApp, and SMS services.

Shambhavi Tewari from Sacred Heart Convent School has achieved a remarkable 100% in bioscience in her ISC exams, alongside perfect scores in English, physics, and chemistry. An aspiring doctor, she credits a disciplined study routine, parental support, and even daily movie breaks for her success. Her academic excellence continues a lifelong trend, with her aiming for a medical career.

Jharkhand's CM Schools of Excellence are witnessing a remarkable improvement in CBSE X board results, thanks to an AI-enabled tutorial program called Sampurna Shiksha Kavach (SSK). This initiative, deployed in select districts, is bridging teacher shortages and offering personalized, 24/7 one-on-one tutoring, leading to significant jumps in pass percentages and student success.

For Dalit History Month, we spotlight those from dalit households who have overcome barriers, showing how a single breakthrough in a family or neighbourhood can build pride and change futures

Tamils, who vote today, are used to a political culture that sees welfare as a right (urimai), not benefaction. DMK understands that well. But, its governance deficit is what gives AIADMK an opening. Problem? It’s still seen by many as ‘reporting’ to Delhi