Universities begin undergraduate admissions on Chancellor's Portal
2
Ranchi: With results of Class XII of the Central Board of Secondary Education and the Council for Indian School Certificate Examination declared and the Jharkhand Academic Council all set to follow suit in May-end, admissions for undergraduate courses in the state universities have also begun with the activation of the "Chancellor's Portal".
Ranchi University (RU) officials said application forms for the courses would be accepted till June 19 and the list of selected candidates would be published by June 23. The documents attached to the applications will be verified between June 24 and June 30.
According to university authorities, candidates can apply with their valid Common University Entrance Test (CUET) scores and also their Class XII marks, but preference would be given to the former.
The dean of students' welfare, S K Sahu, said, "The candidates have to state their choice of subjects and colleges in the application forms. In case of internet connection problems, they can also come to their respective colleges of choice where the common resource centres would help them fill up the forms. In case there is a vacancy after the first round of admissions, more applications would be invited again."
It may be stated here that there are over 40,000 seats for UG courses in 19 constituent and 17 minority and affiliated colleges of the university.
Similarly, the vice-chancellor of Sidu Kanho Murmu University, Vimal Prasad Singh said, "Our university will take admissions in 27 constituent and 16 permanent and temporary affiliated colleges. The students are now acquainted with online admission using the Chancellor's Portal"
Dr Shyama Prasad Mukherjee University VC Dr Tapan Shandilya said the admission exercise has started for his university as well.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
India Today
a day ago
- India Today
CBSE's open-book exams could end the era of rote learning in schools
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is piloting open-book assessments (OBAs) for Class 9, with plans to roll them out from the 2026–27 academic year. The move marks a significant departure from rote memorisation, aligning with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and the National Curriculum Framework for School Education (NCFSE) 2023.'Life is an open-book. The world doesn't reward memorisers; it rewards problem solvers,' says Kanak Gupta, Group Director, Seth M.R. Jaipuria Schools. Experts note that this shift places India firmly on the path to 21st-century education, where analysis, creativity, and application are at the core of learning to Naman Jain, Vice Chairman, Silverline Prestige School, the new system aims to reduce exam stress, promote questioning minds, and develop decision-making skills amongst TAKE Teachers involved in pilot projects welcomed the reform but admitted it brings challenges.'Teachers will have to move away from traditional lecturing and adopt constructivist, discussion-driven teaching,' says Dr. Alka Kapur, Principal, Modern Public SchoolShe points out that open-book exams require curiosity-driven learning and collaborative classrooms, where knowledge is constructed rather than there are hurdles too. Sanamdeep Chadha, Director, Genesis Global School, highlighted that many students leaned too heavily on their textbooks, wasting time flipping pages instead of applying Misra, Director Principal at DPS international, Gurgaon DPS Jaipur & Dharav High School, adds that while teachers recognise the need to test application and reasoning, designing such questions regularly has been difficult because most educators are not yet trained for there's optimism. As one pilot teacher summed up: assessment is no longer a burden, it's an opportunity to make learning deeper and more EXPERIENCEFor students, the first taste of OBAs was a mix of excitement and assumed 'open-book' meant 'open-easy' only to discover otherwise. 'The book was a lifeline, not a jackpot,' one student quipped during a mock testCOMMON STRUGGLES INCLUDEDTime management while flipping through textsDifficulty structuring and articulating answers, even when ideas are in finding answers directly from the book, instead of relying on conceptual some students thrived, using colour-coded tabs, summaries in margins, and quick navigation tricks to their advantage. Teachers also observed that weaker students felt less stressed and more confident when allowed to rely on NEXT IN SCHOOLSCBSE has indicated that the shift will be phased and carefully scaffolded. Plans include:Sample question papers to set benchmarksTeacher training in framing application-based questions and rubricsContinuous professional development and workshops to align pedagogy with OBA philosophySpecial focus on Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities, where training gaps may be largerSchools like Jaipuria have already launched question bank incubators where teachers collaborate to design open-book-style ROTE LEARNINGadvertisementAll experts agree: rote learning is on its way out. Instead, OBAs will encourage:Analysis – breaking down complex issues and causesEvaluation – judging credibility, relevance, and authenticity of informationApplication – connecting concepts to real-world scenariosCreativity – generating new ideas and perspectives'This is about moving from 'What does the book say?' to 'What can the student do with this information?',' says a senior teacher from Delhi Public implemented effectively, open-book exams could transform Class 9 from a pre-board panic year into a foundation year for critical thinking, reshaping how young Indians learn, and ultimately, how they thrive in a world that values problem-solvers over parrots.- Ends
Time of India
3 days ago
- Time of India
CBSE CTET 2025 Notification expected soon at ctet.nic.in: Check who is eligible and steps to register online
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is expected to release the notification for the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2025 soon on its official website, Considered one of the most important qualifying exams for aspiring teachers in India, CTET serves as a gateway for teaching positions in central government schools such as Kendriya Vidyalayas, Navodaya Vidyalayas, and other schools under the Union Territories, as well as many private institutions. The exam, held twice a year, assesses candidates' teaching aptitude for classes I–VIII. While exact dates for the 2025 cycle are yet to be confirmed, reports suggest that the exam could be conducted in July or December. Here's a look at the expected eligibility, exam details, and registration steps. Who is eligible for CTET 2025? For Classes I–V (Paper I): Candidates must have completed or be in the final year of a two-year Diploma in Elementary Education ( or equivalent, along with meeting the prescribed minimum marks in Class 12. For Classes VI–VIII (Paper II): A bachelor's degree with a two-year or a four-year integrated B.A./ or is required. Eligibility criteria are guided by NCTE regulations and specific recruitment rules of institutions like KVS or NVS. There is no upper age limit for appearing in CTET. Steps to register online for CTET 2025 Here is how interested and eligible candidates will be able to register online for the CTET December 2025 exam: Visit the official website: Click on the 'Apply for CTET 2025' link and complete the registration with personal and academic details. Choose exam centre, paper (I or II, or both), and preferred language. Upload recent passport-size photographs and signature as per format. Pay the application fee online (General/OBC: ₹1,000 for one paper, ₹1,200 for both; SC/ST/PwD: ₹500 for one paper, ₹600 for both). Submit the form and download the confirmation page for records. CTET exam pattern 2025 The CTET exam is divided into two papers. Paper I is designed for candidates aiming to teach Classes I to V, while Paper II is meant for those aspiring to teach Classes VI to VIII. Each paper consists of 150 multiple-choice questions and does not have any negative marking. The subjects covered in the exam include Child Development and Pedagogy, Language I and Language II, Mathematics, and Environmental Studies for Paper I, while Paper II includes Child Development and Pedagogy, Language I and Language II, Mathematics, and Social Studies or Science. Once cleared, the CTET certificate has lifetime validity and can be used to apply for multiple teaching recruitments across various central and private schools. Ready to navigate global policies? Secure your overseas future. Get expert guidance now!
New Indian Express
3 days ago
- New Indian Express
TN to start 'Vetri Palligal' at Rs 111 cr to help students with competitive exams
CHENNAI: The school education department has sanctioned Rs 111.37 crore to transform government higher secondary schools, one in each of the state's 414 blocks, into 'Vetri Palligal' that will offer career counselling and intensive coaching to help students crack competitive exams. In the first phase, 236 schools will be developed at a cost of Rs 54.73 crore. The initiative is part of the efforts to ensure that more than 2,000 government school students secure admission to premier higher education institutions every year. A key feature of these 'Vetri Palligal' will be weekend support classes for classes 11 and 12, where interested students will receive coaching for exams such as JEE, NEET, CLAT, CUET and IPMAT, among others. District Model Schools will act as academic hubs, providing study material, career guidance and academic support to these centres. Currently, District Model Schools reach over 14,140 students across 38 districts. With one Vetri Palli in every block, the reach is expected to expand to nearly one lakh students, averaging 240 higher secondary students per block, according to a government order.
