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NDTV
2 days ago
- Business
- NDTV
Counselling Process For Admission To IITs, NITs Begins, Check Key Details
JoSAA Counselling 2025: The Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) has officially commenced the JoSAA Counselling 2025 process, facilitating admissions to premier engineering institutes such as IITs, NITs, IIITs, and other Government Funded Technical Institutes (GFTIs). Who is Eligible for JoSAA Counselling 2025? Candidates who have qualified JEE (Advanced) 2025 are eligible to participate. This centralised counselling process is the gateway to securing seats in some of India's most prestigious technical institutes. Important Dates for JoSAA 2025 • Registration & Choice Filling: June 3 to June 12, 2025 • Mock Seat Allocations: Two rounds will take place during the registration period • Last Date for Registration: June 12, 2025 (No extensions will be granted) JoSAA has introduced an optional document upload feature during registration. While not mandatory, candidates are encouraged to upload documents early to avoid last-minute issues. JoSAA 2025: Counselling Process The counselling process involves several key steps: 1. Online Registration 2. Choice Filling and Locking 3. Mock Seat Allocation (for guidance) 4. Final Seat Allocation 5. Seat Acceptance and Document Verification Applicants should prioritise and list only those academic programs they are genuinely interested in joining. Documents Required for JoSAA 2025 Admission Candidates must produce the following documents at the time of admission: • Class 10 and 12 mark sheets/certificates • Category or PwD certificate (if applicable) • JEE Main/Advanced admit card • Medical certificate • Bank account details • OCI/PIO/Passport (if applicable) JoSAA 2025: Partial Admission Fee • Rs 20,000 - SC/ST/PwD candidates • Rs 45,000 - General, OBC-NCL, and GEN-EWS candidates Institutes Participating in JoSAA 2025 JoSAA 2025 will oversee admissions to over 100 institutes, including: • Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) • National Institutes of Technology (NITs) • Indian Institutes of Information Technology (IIITs) • Government Funded Technical Institutes (GFTIs)
Indian Express
12-05-2025
- Business
- Indian Express
Facing decline in MTech enrolments, AICTE proposes 50% hike in scholarships to revive student interest
To deal with the diminishing interest in MTech courses, the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), India's technical education regulator, has mooted a hike in the postgraduate scholarships given to students. It has proposed to the Ministry of Education that the amount be hiked by 50% from the existing amount of Rs. 12,400 per month. The AICTE first wrote to the Ministry in June last year requesting that the scholarship amount for postgraduate students be increased to a minimum of Rs. 18,600, which is a proposed hike of 50%. This communication noted that the last increase was notified by the Ministry in 2015. A reminder in the matter was sent to the Ministry along with other recommendations including proposals for financial support, in early March this year. In a communication dated February 18, 2015, the Ministry wrote to the AICTE, and institutions including IITs, NITs, and IISERs, informing them of the revision in scholarship rates in AICTE approved and Centrally Funded Technical Institutions for PhD and MTech/ME programmes. For MTech programmes, the scholarship was hiked from Rs. 8000 to Rs. 12,400 per month. Based on what was then a roughly 50% increase, the AICTE has requested for a similar 50% hike this time, sources said. In its communication to the Ministry in June last year, the AICTE referred to decreasing enrolments in postgraduate engineering and technology programmes in AICTE-approved institutions. The approved intake for postgraduate engineering and technology courses fell from 1.81 lakh in 2018-19 to around 1.30 lakh in 2023-24, AICTE data referred to in the communication shows. Over this period, enrolment fell from around 66,862 (63% of seats were vacant in 2018-19), to a little over 44,000 (66% of seats vacant in 2022-23). AICTE also referred to a drop in the total number of postgraduate students admitted under the scholarship scheme – this figure has more than halved from 11,926 in 2018-19 to 5176 in 2022-23. For scholarships for postgraduate engineering courses, the student needs to have qualified in the GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering) exam. The scholarship is meant for students admitted to AICTE-approved postgraduate programmes, and in AICTE-approved institutions. The number of scholarships will be limited to the AICTE-approved intake for the course. Students who receive financial assistance from other sources, or 'sponsored candidates' and candidates admitted through the management quota are not eligible for the scholarship. In addition to requesting for a hike in the scholarship amount, AICTE has also asked that the postgraduate scholarships be granted to graduate students from AICTE-approved institutions who have a CGPA score of 8.5 or above, without having to appear for the GATE exam. Referring to an expert committee meeting held by the AICTE in May last year, the communication stated that the experts 'recommended' that the scholarship amount of Rs. 12,400 per month is 'rock bottom', and hence, the AICTE may request the Ministry of Education to increase the amount. It also pointed out that the amount for Junior Research Fellows (JRF) and Senior Research Fellows (SRF) was increased in 2023 from Rs. 31,000 to Rs. 37,000 (JRF), and from Rs. 35,000 to Rs. 42,000 (SRF) per month. Sources in the AICTE said that the dipping enrolment in MTech courses has been a cause for concern, with the postgraduate degree being important when it comes to teaching jobs in engineering. For the waning interest, they pointed to reasons including students choosing to work soon after a BTech or going abroad for higher studies.
The Hindu
27-04-2025
- Science
- The Hindu
National conclave on NEP concludes at NITC
The National Institute of Technology Calicut (NITC) successfully hosted a two-day national conclave titled 'Implementation of NEP 2020: Moving Towards Academic Excellence' on April 25 and 26. The event served as a national platform for academic leaders, policymakers, nodal officers, and representatives from Centrally Funded Institutions (CFIs) to engage in in-depth and collaborative dialogue on strategies for effectively implementing the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. Chairman of the National Board of Accreditation (NBA) Anil D. Sahasrabudhe in his inaugural address, called for a paradigm shift in higher education that emphasises flexibility, innovation, and holistic student development. Former Chairman of the University Grants Commission (UGC) Ved Prakash in his keynote address, reflected on the foundational principles of NEP 2020 and highlighted the urgent need for systemic reforms encouraging multidisciplinary learning, student-centric approaches, and greater internationalisation in Indian higher education. Throughout the two days, the conclave featured a series of expert-led sessions. Former Officer on Special Duty (NEP) at the Ministry of Education Shakila Shamsu addressed the need for holistic and multidisciplinary education, advocating experiential and learner-driven models that support flexible academic structures and lifelong learning. In a virtual session, former Director of IIT Delhi and current Group Vice-Chancellor of BITS Pilani V. Ramgopal Rao spoke on the long-term impact of NEP 2020 on global university rankings. He emphasised that strategic implementation of the policy could enable Indian institutions to enhance research output, foster innovation ecosystems, and build meaningful international partnerships. Adding to the discourse on global engagement, P. Arumugam of IIT Roorkee shared insights on the internationalisation of higher education. He discussed actionable policies promoting student and faculty mobility, global collaboration, and institutional visibility on the world stage. The significance of integrating India's intellectual heritage was conveyed by R. Sridharan, former chairperson of the Centre for Indian Knowledge Systems at NIT Calicut. He advocated for the inclusion of indigenous knowledge, philosophy, and scientific traditions into contemporary curricula, promoting a deeper connection to India's cultural roots. Sameer S.M. from NIT Calicut presented a compelling vision for flexible curriculum design in line with NEP 2020. He emphasised the role of modular course structures, interdisciplinary pathways, and technological tools in delivering a more personalised and adaptive learning experience. A key highlight of the conclave was the interactive session featuring nodal officers from six nominated State universities in Kerala, along with participants from various CFIs. The session fostered an exchange of experiences, challenges, and best practices, offering practical perspectives on the diverse approaches institutions are adopting to implement NEP 2020 effectively.
