News – Higher Education Plus https://highereducationplus.com Fri, 27 Oct 2023 07:54:19 +0000 en hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.8.8 https://highereducationplus.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/cropped-Higher-Education-Plus-32x32.png News – Higher Education Plus https://highereducationplus.com 32 32 THE World University Rankings 2024 Released, Indian Universities Make Their Mark https://highereducationplus.com/the-world-university-rankings-2024-released-indian-universities-make-their-mark/ Fri, 27 Oct 2023 07:54:19 +0000 https://highereducationplus.com/?p=148546 The Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings for 2024 have been announced, with a breakdown of the rankings by subject. These subject-specific rankings span a wide range of academic fields, encompassing arts and humanities, business and economics, clinical and health, computer science, education, engineering, law, life sciences, physical sciences, psychology, and social sciences. U.S. […]

The post THE World University Rankings 2024 Released, Indian Universities Make Their Mark appeared first on Higher Education Plus.

]]>
The Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings for 2024 have been announced, with a breakdown of the rankings by subject. These subject-specific rankings span a wide range of academic fields, encompassing arts and humanities, business and economics, clinical and health, computer science, education, engineering, law, life sciences, physical sciences, psychology, and social sciences.

U.S. universities have secured the first position in nine out of the eleven subjects, with the University of Oxford in the United Kingdom claiming the top rank for the remaining two subjects, computer science and clinical health. Indian universities have made their mark in various subject categories. Here are the rankings of Indian universities in each subject category:

Arts and Humanities: Delhi University and Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) have secured positions in the 501-600 ranks.

Business and Economics: Jamia Millia Islamia is ranked in the 401-500 ranks. Five universities, including Aligarh Muslim University, Amity University, BHU, DU, and Lovely Professional University, have achieved rankings in the 501-600 range.

Clinical and Health: Manipal Academy of Higher Education is in the 201-250 ranks. BHU, Punjab University, and Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences have secured positions in the 301-400 ranks.

Computer Science: IISc Bangalore has achieved a ranking of 101-115. Numerous institutions, such as Amity University, International Institute of Information Technology, Hyderabad, Jamia Millia Islamia, KIIT University, UPES, Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, VIIT University, IIT Patna, IIIT Delhi, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, LPU, SPPU, and Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education, have been placed in the 501-600 ranks.

Education: University of Delhi is ranked in the 401-500 range.

Engineering: IISc Bangalore has secured a ranking of 101-125. Anna University is placed in the 301-400 ranks.

Life Sciences: IISc Bangalore has been ranked in the 201-250 range. AMU, BHU, and Shoolini University have positions in the 301-400 ranks.

Physical Sciences: IISc Bangalore has achieved a ranking in the 201-250 range. LPU and Shoolini University are placed in the 301-400 ranks.

Psychology: University of Delhi is in the 301-400 ranks.

Social Sciences: LPU is ranked in the 401-500 range. JNU and JMI are placed in the 501-600 ranks.

These rankings showcase the accomplishments of Indian universities in various subjects on the world stage. Below is the list of the world’s top-ranked universities:

 

The post THE World University Rankings 2024 Released, Indian Universities Make Their Mark appeared first on Higher Education Plus.

]]>
Union Minister Shri Dharmendra Pradhan inaugurates IndiaSkills 2023 & honors the winners of WorldSkills 2022 https://highereducationplus.com/union-minister-shri-dharmendra-pradhan-inaugurates-indiaskills-2023-honors-the-winners-of-worldskills-2022/ Wed, 18 Oct 2023 05:31:47 +0000 https://highereducationplus.com/?p=148486 Union Minister for Education, Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan formally announced the commencement of IndiaSkills 2023, the highly anticipated National Skill Competition within the nation. This enables candidates to officially register on the Skill India Digital platform. Minister Pradhan also took advantage of this significant occasion to honor the 18 winners of the […]

The post Union Minister Shri Dharmendra Pradhan inaugurates IndiaSkills 2023 & honors the winners of WorldSkills 2022 appeared first on Higher Education Plus.

]]>
Union Minister for Education, Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan formally announced the commencement of IndiaSkills 2023, the highly anticipated National Skill Competition within the nation. This enables candidates to officially register on the Skill India Digital platform.

Minister Pradhan also took advantage of this significant occasion to honor the 18 winners of the WorldSkills Competition 2022 Special Edition, praising their exceptional talents and skills exhibited at the competition. India took part in 50 skills and achieved the 11th position, earning 2 silver medals, 3 bronze medals, and 13 medallions for excellence. A grand event was held to honor the winners and their expert trainers with certificates and cash prizes.

The event witnessed the presence of esteemed dignitaries, comprising Atul Kumar Tiwari, Secretary of the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), M Jagadesh Kumar, UGC Chairperson, Krishna Kumar Dwivedi, Additional Secretary of the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Professor T G Sitharam, Chairperson of AICTE, Trishaljit Sethi, Director General (Training), and Ved Mani Tiwari, CEO of NSDC and Managing Director of NSDC International.

The WorldSkills Competition 2022 Special Edition served as the authorized replacement for WorldSkills Shanghai 2022, which was canceled in May because of the pandemic. In contrast to its initial structure, the skill competitions were conducted across 15 countries and regions over a period of 12 weeks, spanning from September 7 to November 26, 2022.

The WorldSkills Competition 2022 Special Edition attracted over 400,000 visitors during its 84-day run across 29 distinct events. India’s participation encompassed 50 skills, involving 56 competitors and 50 experts. Notably, there was a significant 19% female participation in skills that were conventionally male-dominated, such as welding, plumbing and heating, CNC Milling, CNC Turning, Electronics, and Bricklaying. This aligns with the vision of Hon’ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi to harness the potential of Nari Shakti for the nation’s progress and development.

Additionally, the transition from 39th place in the World Skills Competition in 2011 to 11th place in 2022 underscores the growing demand for comprehensive cross-industry training for young individuals. This broader approach aims to expand their career opportunities and provide the workforce with a wide range of skills, enhancing their prospects in today’s competitive job market.

IndiaSkills 2023 serves as a precursor to the prestigious WorldSkills competition. Outstanding participants who excel in IndiaSkills at the national level will earn the opportunity to represent India at the global event in Paris next year.

According to Minister Pradhan, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, equal importance has been placed on competencies, applied knowledge, and hands-on training to lead in the 21st century. These skill competitions represent a vital component of the skilling system, enhancing the employability and market acceptance of India’s youth, who play a pivotal role in nation-building. Minister Pradhan emphasized the necessity of boosting the number of participants from 0.25 million last year to 2.5 million this year.

The official list of the 18 winners of WorldSkills Competition 2022 Special Edition can be accessed here: https://pib.gov.in/PressReleaseIframePage.aspx?PRID=1968480

The post Union Minister Shri Dharmendra Pradhan inaugurates IndiaSkills 2023 & honors the winners of WorldSkills 2022 appeared first on Higher Education Plus.

]]>
Parliament Set to Introduce a Bill for the Establishment of a Single Higher Education Regulator https://highereducationplus.com/parliament-set-to-introduce-a-bill-for-the-establishment-of-a-single-higher-education-regulator/ Wed, 11 Oct 2023 13:30:45 +0000 https://highereducationplus.com/?p=148457 The Parliament is preparing to introduce a bill for the establishment of a sole higher education regulator in India, as outlined in the Higher Education Commission of India Bill (HECI), proposed in the new National Education Policy (NEP). The NEP emphasizes the necessity for a comprehensive overhaul of the regulatory system to revitalize the higher […]

The post Parliament Set to Introduce a Bill for the Establishment of a Single Higher Education Regulator appeared first on Higher Education Plus.

]]>
The Parliament is preparing to introduce a bill for the establishment of a sole higher education regulator in India, as outlined in the Higher Education Commission of India Bill (HECI), proposed in the new National Education Policy (NEP). The NEP emphasizes the necessity for a comprehensive overhaul of the regulatory system to revitalize the higher education sector.

However, the bill will not encompass medical and law colleges within its purview.

According to Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, the bill will have three major roles: regulation, accreditation, and setting professional standards. However, the fourth vertical, pertaining to funding, will not be covered by the HECI bill, and the autonomy for funding will remain under the purview of the administrative ministry.

Upon enactment, the bill is anticipated to supplant the University Grants Commission (UGC), the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), and the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE). The UGC currently governs non-technical higher education, the AICTE is responsible for technical education, and the NCTE functions as the regulatory authority for teacher education.

Furthermore, according to Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, the HECI bill will soon be introduced in Parliament. However, even after its introduction, the bill will undergo scrutiny by a standing committee, a crucial step to ensure a thorough examination and refinement of the proposed legislation before it becomes law.

In 2018, a draft bill titled the “Higher Education Commission of India (Repeal of University Grants Commission Act) Bill” was made available to the public for input and discussion. This bill aimed to replace the UGC Act and establish the Higher Education Commission of India. Upon becoming the Education Minister in 2021, Mr. Dharmendra Pradhan redoubled efforts to advance the implementation of the HECI bill.

The post Parliament Set to Introduce a Bill for the Establishment of a Single Higher Education Regulator appeared first on Higher Education Plus.

]]>
Scholarships to Apply for This October! https://highereducationplus.com/scholarships-to-apply-for-this-october/ Mon, 09 Oct 2023 06:24:04 +0000 https://highereducationplus.com/?p=148413 Looking at the surge in educational costs every year, various organizations come forward to offer scholarships to meritorious students belonging to economically weaker classes. Such scholarships have kept the dreams of several students alive. Not only does these scholarships alleviate the burden of tuition fees from families but promotes academic excellence and research. This October […]

The post Scholarships to Apply for This October! appeared first on Higher Education Plus.

]]>
Looking at the surge in educational costs every year, various organizations come forward to offer scholarships to meritorious students belonging to economically weaker classes. Such scholarships have kept the dreams of several students alive. Not only does these scholarships alleviate the burden of tuition fees from families but promotes academic excellence and research. This October there is a line of scholarships that one can apply for. The following scholarship and fellowship programmes offer great opportunities to higher education and acquirement of knowledge.

Santoor Scholarship Programme 2023-24

The Santoor Scholarship Programme aims to support young women from disadvantaged backgrounds from Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Telangana and Chhattisgarh who are pursuing their undergraduate degrees. The eligibility for the scholarship are as follows:

  • Passed class 10 from a local government school
  • Only for young women from underprivileged backgrounds from states like Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Telangana and Chhattisgarh
  • Passed class 12 from a government school or a junior college in 2022-23
  • Has enrolled in a full-time graduate programme in 2023-24.

Prizes and rewards

INR 24,000 per year

Last date to apply: 15-10-2023

 

Reliance Foundation Undergraduate Scholarships 2023-24

The Reliance Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship is dedicated to support meritorious students from across the country for their undergraduate studies. The programme fosters India’s socio-economic development. The eligibility for the scholarship are as mentioned below:

  • Students must be enrolled in the first year of their full-time undergraduate degree. It can be in any stream and should be from a recognised Indian institute.
  • Must have passed class 12 with minimum 60% marks
  • Annual household income should be INR 15,00,000 (preference will be given to students with a family income of less than INR 2,50,000)
  • Resident Indian citizens are qualified only. Aptitude test is mandatory.

Prizes and rewards

Up to INR 2,00,000 over the duration of the degree

Last date to apply: 15-10-2023

 

Medhaavi Engineering Scholarship Programme 2023-24

Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) will offer financial assistance to underpriviledged students who are pursuing engineering courses at 20 specific NITs. The scholarship is aimed to encourage students for higher studies and become employable. The eligibility criteria for the scholarship programme are as follows:

  • Students enrolled in the first year of the undergraduate engineering course in the 20 NITs for the academic year 2023-24.
  • Must have scored 55% marks in class 12 examination
  • Annual family income should be less than INR 8 lakh

Prizes and rewards

One-time fixed scholarship of INR 50,000

Last date to apply: 15-10-2023

The post Scholarships to Apply for This October! appeared first on Higher Education Plus.

]]>
Karnataka Government to take action against ‘unusual’ surge in student enrollment at private universities. https://highereducationplus.com/karnataka-government-to-take-action-against-unusual-surge-in-student-enrollment-at-private-universities/ Fri, 06 Oct 2023 02:42:36 +0000 https://highereducationplus.com/?p=148398 Karnataka’s Higher Education Minister M C Sudhakar has announced that the government is contemplating revisions to technical education regulations. These changes aim to address the significant increase in student enrollment in private university engineering programs, a situation the minister described as “unscientific.” According to Minister Sudhakar, these proposed rules would serve two key purposes. Firstly, […]

The post Karnataka Government to take action against ‘unusual’ surge in student enrollment at private universities. appeared first on Higher Education Plus.

]]>
Karnataka’s Higher Education Minister M C Sudhakar has announced that the government is contemplating revisions to technical education regulations. These changes aim to address the significant increase in student enrollment in private university engineering programs, a situation the minister described as “unscientific.” According to Minister Sudhakar, these proposed rules would serve two key purposes. Firstly, they would aim to curtail the expansion of private universities in major urban centers. Secondly, they would seek to prevent the conversion of core engineering disciplines into computer-related programs without prior authorization from the government.

According to Minister Sudhakar, these potential amendments are part of a broader effort to address the challenges posed by private universities in the state. These institutions have been rapidly increasing their student intake and introducing new engineering courses without a robust rationale, often citing a supposed demand for such programs. It’s important to note, however, that this surge in enrollment doesn’t necessarily lead to better employability for graduates. Furthermore, the proposed rule changes intend to address the unchecked proliferation of engineering colleges in tier 1 cities. This unchecked growth is having a detrimental impact on the existence and sustainability of colleges in tier 2 and 3 cities.

The state government identified approximately 90 colleges that bypassed the government and obtained approval for new engineering courses directly from Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) and the AICTE. According to the established procedure, VTU should dispatch a local inquiry committee to assess the colleges and grant course approval. Subsequently, AICTE approval and a no-objection certificate from the government are required. However, the government declined to issue certificates to numerous colleges because they lacked VTU’s inquiry reports.

The post Karnataka Government to take action against ‘unusual’ surge in student enrollment at private universities. appeared first on Higher Education Plus.

]]>
Prime Minister Narendra Modi Modi declares the establishment of a Central Tribal University in Telangana. https://highereducationplus.com/prime-minister-narendra-modi-modi-declares-the-establishment-of-a-central-tribal-university-in-telangana/ Tue, 03 Oct 2023 10:14:22 +0000 https://highereducationplus.com/?p=148385 Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced the establishment of a Central Tribal University in Telangana’s Mulugu district by the Central Government. This substantial project, estimated at a cost of Rs 900 crore, will be named after the tribal goddesses Samakka and Sarakka. The creation of this Central Tribal University in Mulugu district holds the potential […]

The post Prime Minister Narendra Modi Modi declares the establishment of a Central Tribal University in Telangana. appeared first on Higher Education Plus.

]]>
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced the establishment of a Central Tribal University in Telangana’s Mulugu district by the Central Government. This substantial project, estimated at a cost of Rs 900 crore, will be named after the tribal goddesses Samakka and Sarakka.

The creation of this Central Tribal University in Mulugu district holds the potential to greatly benefit the youth, particularly those hailing from tribal communities. The Prime Minister additionally revealed that the Central University of Hyderabad has been designated as an Institution of Eminence and allocated a dedicated fund.

The post Prime Minister Narendra Modi Modi declares the establishment of a Central Tribal University in Telangana. appeared first on Higher Education Plus.

]]>
Pondicherry Government will cover the tuition fees for students from government schools who enroll in medical colleges. https://highereducationplus.com/pondicherry-will-cover-the-tuition-fees-for-students-from-government-schools-who-enroll-in-medical-colleges/ Fri, 22 Sep 2023 07:13:25 +0000 https://highereducationplus.com/?p=148340 Puducherry Chief Minister N Rangasamy announced that the territorial administration would cover the entire tuition fees for students from government schools who are enrolling in undergraduate medical courses in the Union Territory for the current academic year. According to the Chief Minister, this scheme is applicable to students who have finished their schooling in government-run […]

The post Pondicherry Government will cover the tuition fees for students from government schools who enroll in medical colleges. appeared first on Higher Education Plus.

]]>
Puducherry Chief Minister N Rangasamy announced that the territorial administration would cover the entire tuition fees for students from government schools who are enrolling in undergraduate medical courses in the Union Territory for the current academic year. According to the Chief Minister, this scheme is applicable to students who have finished their schooling in government-run institutions and have successfully passed the NEET examination. In the undergraduate medical courses in Puducherry, 10 percent of the seats would be reserved for students from government schools.

According to CM N Rangasamy, the government would ask the colleges not to insist students pay the tuition fees as it would be borne by the territorial administration. Admission to professional courses in the Union Territory is granted through the Centralised Admission Committee (CENTAC), which selects students.

The post Pondicherry Government will cover the tuition fees for students from government schools who enroll in medical colleges. appeared first on Higher Education Plus.

]]>
Telangana Higher Education Shows Way https://highereducationplus.com/telangana-higher-education-shows-way/ Fri, 15 Sep 2023 05:52:29 +0000 https://highereducationplus.com/?p=148259 Prospects of higher education in Telangana is quite luminous owing to the opening of 22 Government Colleges (GDCs) and 20 Polytechnics after 2014. In the last 10 years, 22 GDCs have come up in the state. 15 GDCs have been sanctioned and operations have commenced from 2021. Recently 6 GDCs have been sanctioned at Dichpally […]

The post Telangana Higher Education Shows Way appeared first on Higher Education Plus.

]]>
Prospects of higher education in Telangana is quite luminous owing to the opening of 22 Government Colleges (GDCs) and 20 Polytechnics after 2014. In the last 10 years, 22 GDCs have come up in the state. 15 GDCs have been sanctioned and operations have commenced from 2021. Recently 6 GDCs have been sanctioned at Dichpally and Balkonda in the Nizamabad district. The addition has led to the total number of institutions being 144. Building of Government Colleges at almost every point in Telangana has been a boon for the backward and rural population.
Now they have access to equal and quality education at their own homes! “The government is taking measures to have at least one Government Degree College in every Assembly constituency in the State,” officials said. 15 autonomous colleges among the GDCs have been accredited by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC). SR&BGNR Government Arts and Science College, Khammam secured a NAAC ‘A’ grade with a score of 3.64 CGPA. Seven more GDCs are on the way to be graded by NAAC.

The post Telangana Higher Education Shows Way appeared first on Higher Education Plus.

]]>
The Bihar D.El.Ed result for 2023 declared by BSEB! https://highereducationplus.com/the-bihar-d-el-ed-result-for-2023-declared-by-bseb/ Fri, 15 Sep 2023 05:30:49 +0000 https://highereducationplus.com/?p=148256 The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has formally released the Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed) Exam Result 2023 on its official website. The scorecards can be accessed from the links given below: For First Year: https://dledsecondary.biharboardonline.com/App/2123_2224/SearchRslt1stYr.html For the Second Year: https://dledsecondary.biharboardonline.com/App/2123_2224/SearchResult.html The Bihar DElEd Exam 2023 took place from June 5 to June 15, 2023, […]

The post The Bihar D.El.Ed result for 2023 declared by BSEB! appeared first on Higher Education Plus.

]]>
The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has formally released the Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed) Exam Result 2023 on its official website. The scorecards can be accessed from the links given below:

For First Year: https://dledsecondary.biharboardonline.com/App/2123_2224/SearchRslt1stYr.html

For the Second Year: https://dledsecondary.biharboardonline.com/App/2123_2224/SearchResult.html

The Bihar DElEd Exam 2023 took place from June 5 to June 15, 2023, at multiple examination centers throughout the state. The BSEB DElEd scorecard 2023 is a significant document that provides a detailed overview of a candidate’s performance in the DElEd exam. Accessible through the above links, this scorecard includes various details such as the candidate’s name, roll number, date of birth, subject-wise scores, total marks obtained, and the overall percentile or rank achieved in the examination.

In the Bihar Board D.El.Ed Exam 2023, general category candidates are required to achieve a minimum of 35% marks for passing, while reserved category candidates are granted a 5% relaxation in marks.

The post The Bihar D.El.Ed result for 2023 declared by BSEB! appeared first on Higher Education Plus.

]]>
CAT 2023 Registration Date Extended https://highereducationplus.com/cat-2023-registration-date-extended/ Wed, 13 Sep 2023 11:25:31 +0000 https://highereducationplus.com/?p=148223 Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Lucknow has extended the registration deadline for the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2023 to 20th September, 2023. Previously, 13th September was the last date to apply for the examination. Students can now register themselves for the exam till 5pm on 20th September. Candidates can register themselves on iimcat.ac.in. Registration fees […]

The post CAT 2023 Registration Date Extended appeared first on Higher Education Plus.

]]>
Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Lucknow has extended the registration deadline for the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2023 to 20th September, 2023. Previously, 13th September was the last date to apply for the examination. Students can now register themselves for the exam till 5pm on 20th September. Candidates can register themselves on iimcat.ac.in.

Registration fees for SC, ST and PwD candidates will be Rs 1200. Others will have to pay a sum of Rs 2400. The fee is non-refundable and has to be paid only once. Admit cards will be released on October 25 at 5pm. The exam will be conducted on November 26 in three sessions. The result of the exam will be released in the second week of January. In the previous year, IIM Bangalore hd extended the registration deadline to September 21.

The post CAT 2023 Registration Date Extended appeared first on Higher Education Plus.

]]>