Education

CAT 2024 Slot 1 Analysis: The first slot of the CAT 2024 exam, held on November 24th, concluded with a positive response from test-takers. Considered slightly easier than last year, the exam featured a familiar format with a slight increase in the number of questions in the Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning section. Experts believe that well-prepared candidates should find the exam manageable.

Due to severely poor air quality in Delhi-NCR, the District Magistrate of Gautam Buddha Nagar has extended school closures for all classes until November 25th. The AQI surpassed the “Severe+” category, prompting authorities to implement Stage IV restrictions under GRAP, including banning non-essential truck entry into Delhi. Online classes will continue as scheduled.

Australia’s proposed cap on international student visas has sparked concerns among Indian students considering studying abroad. The new bill could significantly reduce the number of international students admitted in 2025. As a result, many prospective students are exploring alternative destinations in the Asia-Pacific region, including New Zealand, Indonesia, and Malaysia, which offer reputable universities and welcoming environments.

The Maharashtra CET Cell has released the seat matrix for the 2024 NEET PG Counselling, featuring specializations like MD Anesthesiology and MD General Medicine with the highest seat counts. Registered candidates can participate in the choice-filling process through the official portal until November 25th, selecting their preferred courses and colleges.

IIM Lucknow has announced its admission criteria for the 2025 MBA programs, relying on CAT 2024 scores, an Application Rating Score, and a Personal Interview. The MBA-ABM program focuses on disciplines related to agriculture and rural development. Final selections consider academic performance, diversity, work experience, and communication skills, with specific weightage assigned to each parameter.

The Federal Pell Grant is a need-based financial aid program for U.S. students pursuing higher education. It doesn’t require repayment except under specific circumstances like early withdrawal or enrollment changes. Eligible students must submit the FAFSA annually to determine eligibility. Prestigious universities like Yale and MIT accept this grant, making education more accessible for students.

The NTA has announced the NIFT 2025 entrance exam date, scheduled for February 9, 2025. Eligible candidates can register on nift.ac.in/admission or exams.nta.ac.in/NIFT/ until January 6, 2025, without a late fee, and until January 9, 2025, with a late fee. Candidates can check the important dates and direct link of registration here.

IBPS has released the call letters for CRP PO/MT-XIV – Probationary Officer/Management Trainees. Candidates appearing for the IBPS PO Mains exam can visit ibps.in to download their admit cards. To access them, candidates will need their registration number/roll number and password/date of birth. Candidates can check the direct link here.

The Rajasthan Staff Selection Commission (RSSB) has issued admit cards for the Pashu Paricharak (Animal Attendant) recruitment exam. Registered candidates can download their admit cards from rsmssb.rajasthan.gov.in using their application number and date of birth. Ensure all details are correct before downloading and carry the admit card to the examination center.

The Cfore Rankings 2024 highlight Hyderabad’s top 7 co-ed schools based on academic excellence and holistic development across 7 key parameters, including teacher competence, curriculum, and infrastructure. Leading the list is The Hyderabad Public School, followed by CHIREC International School and Vidyaranya High School. These rankings offer valuable insights for parents and students seeking quality education in Hyderabad.