Central University of Karnataka Begins New UG Semester Today

Central University of Karnataka Begins New UG Semester Today

Classes for 2026–27 first-semester students commence on August 31; university welcomes a new batch of undergraduate students Kalaburagi, August 31, 2026: The Central University of Karnataka (CUK) has commenced classes for its newly admitted undergraduate students for the 2026–27 academic year from today, August 31. The university had officially announced on August 14 that classes […]

Karnataka Expands Computer Science Teaching Eligibility in Government Schools

Karnataka Expands Computer Science Teaching Eligibility in Government Schools

Government Revises Recruitment Norms to Address Faculty Shortage In a major policy decision, the Karnataka government has expanded eligibility for computer science teaching positions in government schools by allowing Computer Science engineering graduates and Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) degree holders to take up teaching roles. The move aims to tackle the shortage of qualified […]

IIM Bangalore Announces Major Progress on Undergraduate School

IIM Bangalore Announces Major Progress on Undergraduate School

IIM Bangalore Advances Undergraduate School Plans Indian Institute of Management Bangalore has made significant progress on its new undergraduate school with strong philanthropic support. The institute will welcome its first undergraduate batch in August 2026, marking a major milestone and expanding beyond its traditional postgraduate management programmes. Philanthropic Support Drives Expansion Strong philanthropic funding has […]

IISc Adds Three New BTech Programmes for 2026–27

IISc Adds Three New BTech Programmes for 2026–27

The Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru, has announced three new BTech programmes for the 2026–27 academic year. The new courses are Aerospace Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, and Mechanics and Computing. Admissions will be based on JEE Advanced 2026 scores through JoSAA counselling. New Courses Introduced The new programmes expand IISc’s undergraduate engineering offerings. […]

Karnataka Revamps Allied Health Science Courses for 2026–27 Academic Year

Karnataka Revamps Allied Health Science Courses for 2026–27 Academic Year

Major Reforms Planned in Healthcare Education The Karnataka government is set to introduce sweeping reforms in allied health science education beginning from the 2026–27 academic session. The move is aimed at modernising healthcare training and aligning academic programmes with evolving national healthcare standards and industry requirements. Medical and allied health institutions affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi […]

Karnataka High Court Allows SSLC Students to Join Paramedical Diploma Courses

Karnataka High Court Allows SSLC Students to Join Paramedical Diploma Courses

Interim Relief for Class 10 Students In a significant development, the Karnataka High Court has permitted students who have completed their SSLC (Class 10) to enroll in paramedical diploma courses for the academic year 2026–27. The decision comes as an interim order, meaning it is temporary and subject to the court’s final ruling. Applies to […]

IIM Bangalore Launches FinTech Certificate Programme for Aspiring Professionals

IIM Bangalore Launches FinTech Certificate Programme for Aspiring Professionals

Bengaluru, August 12, 2025 – The Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB), through its digital learning arm IIMBx, has unveiled a new FinTech Certificate Programme aimed at equipping early-career professionals and students with essential skills to thrive in India’s rapidly evolving financial technology sector. Strategic Partnership with Karnataka Government Supported by the Government of Karnataka, […]