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From engineering to energy: Tezpur University rolls out eight new programmes, including region’s first B.Tech–MBA – The Times of India

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Tezpur University introduces eight new programmes for 2025–26 including B.Tech.–MBA. (AI Image) Tezpur University admissions 2025: Tezpur University, a central university located in Assam, has announced the launch of eight innovative academic programmes from the academic year 2025–26. This move is in alignment with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which advocates for multidisciplinary education…

CBSE Calls for Participation in National Credit Framework Pilot Project – Times of India

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NEW DELHI: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is initiating a pilot project for the National Credit Framework (NCrF) targeting classes 6, 9, and 11 starting this academic year. Aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, this framework integrates school, higher, and vocational education to enable students to accumulate credits from pre-primary to…

CBSE to launch pilot for national credit framework for classes 6, 9 and 11

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The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is planning to launch a pilot of the National Credit Framework for classes 6, 9 and 11 from Academic Year 2024-25 and has invited its affiliate schools to participate in the same, news agency PTI reported on Wednesday citing officials. It is important to note that in 2023,…

CBSE revamps assessment: Competency-based approach for classes XI & XII from 2024-25 – Times of India

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CBSE unveils substantial changes to the assessment structure for classes XI and XII from 2024-25, prioritizing competency-based questions to enhance real-world application of knowledge. Competency-focused questions will now constitute 50%, up from 40%, while constructed response questions reduce to 30%. This aligns with NEP-2020 objectives, emphasizing critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Director (Academics) at CBSE…

CBSE changes exam format for Classes 11, 12 from 2024-25. Details here

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The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on Thursday said it has changed the examination format for Class 11 and 12 from academic year 2024-25. Under the new format, the CBSE exams will focus on concept application questions instead of long-form answers. There is no change in the exam format for Classes 9 and 10….

CBSE: Textbooks for new syllabus for Class 3 and 6 to be available in April, May

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The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has said that it will release the new syllabus and textbooks for classes 3 and 6 only, and there will be no change in the curriculum and textbooks for other classes for the Academic Year 2024-25 commencing from April 1. Taking to microblogging platform X (formerly…

NCTE Proposes Mandatory TET for Secondary Education at National Conference – Times of India

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NEW DELHI: The National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) has put forth novel regulations aimed at refining teacher recruitment practices. Among these propositions is the mandatory inclusion of the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) at the Secondary Level (Class 9 to 12). This recommendation emerged from comprehensive discussions held during a National Conference on TET convened…

Union Budget 2024: Education Sector Expects Higher Allocation and Comprehensive NEP Implementation | – Times of India

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Union Budget 2024 is eagerly anticipated by stakeholders in the education sector, with a focus on diverse expectations. They are looking forward to initiatives that will help in more effective implementation of NEP, greater emphasis on the R&D of design education, higher allocation to boost technology and more. Read on to know what these experts…

IinvenTiv 2024 Inauguration: Education Minister Emphasizes Nationwide Acceptance of NEP 2020 | – Times of India

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HYDERABAD: On Friday, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan stated that nearly all states are actively incorporating the National Education Policy 2020. He emphasized that even states appearing hesitant are, in fact, embracing the policy, albeit employing different terminology.“I am happy. Let them be satisfied with using different terminology.But, with full responsibility I can say almost…

What is APAAR ID? How is it different from Aadhaar card?

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The initiative aims to digitally consolidate the complete academic records, including degrees, scholarships, rewards, and other credits into a unified Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry (APAAR) ID. The program is open to all students. APAAR also aims to reduce fraud and duplicate educational certificates by providing a single, trusted reference for educational institutions. What is…