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Hindustan Times
08-07-2025
- General
- Hindustan Times
NMMS scholarship 2025 registration underway for school students; check eligibility, selection process, amount
The Department of School Education and Literacy is accepting online applications for the National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship (NMMS) for 2025. Eligible and interested candidates can apply for NMMS scholarship 2025 on the NSP portal, NMMS scholarship registration is underway for school students, check eligibility(Shutterstock) Also read: Uttar Pradesh govt to launch mobile app for scholarships to pre, post-matric students Under this scheme, the department awards 1 lakh scholarships every year at Class 9 level, which can be continued up to Class 12. Students selected for the scholarship receive ₹12,000 per annum. Name of state/ UT Number of scholarships Andhra Pradesh 4087 Arunachal Pradesh 122 Assam 2411 Bihar 5433 Chhattisgarh 2246 Goa 144 Gujarat 5097 Haryana 2337 Himachal Pradesh 832 Jammu and Kashmir 1091 Jharkhand 1959 Karnataka 5534 Kerala 3473 Madhya Pradesh 6446 Maharashtra 11682 Manipur 255 Meghalaya 231 Mizoram 103 Nagaland 180 Odisha 3314 Punjab 2210 Rajasthan 5471 Sikkim 58 Tamil Nadu 6695 Telangana 2921 Tripura 351 Uttar Pradesh 15143 Uttarakhand 1048 West Bengal 7250 A&N Islands 42 Chandigarh 85 D&N Haveli 22 Daman & Diu 16 Delhi 1576 Lakshadweep 10 Pondicherry 125 View All Prev Next Also read: UGC Ishan Uday scholarship registration underway at NSP portal, Northeast students can get ₹8000 per month NMMS scholarship 2025: Eligibility, selection process, amount Under this scheme, 1,00,000 scholarships are awarded to meritorious students whose parental income is not more than ₹ 3,50,000 per annum from all sources at the time of selection 3,50,000 per annum from all sources at the time of selection This scholarship is provided on a yearly basis to regular students in class 9 in Government, Government-aided, local body schools. The scholarship will be for a maximum period of four years. The students studying in "Kendriya Vidyalayas and Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas are not eligible. Similarly, students in residential schools run by the centre/ state government institutions, where facilities like boarding, lodging and education and students studying in private schools are also not eligible. State governments will conduct examinations to select students of their states for the scholarship. The exam will be conducted at the Class 8 level using a Mental Ability Test (MAT) and a Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT). To appear for the selection test conducted during Class 8, the students need to score at least 55 per cent (50 per cent for SC/ST students) marks or equivalent grade in Class 7. The Mental Ability Test and the Scholastic Aptitude Test will consist of 90 multiple-choice questions each. covering science, social studies and mathematics subjects taught in classes 7 and 8. Each test will be of 90 minutes duration. The students must pass both the tests with at least 40 per cent marks in aggregate (32 per cent marks for SC, ST). Also read: Central Sector Scholarship for College, University Students: Application open, check eligibility, amount, other details To find more details and apply online, click here.
Observer
29-06-2025
- Science
- Observer
AI reduces human capacity to think, says research
It was only a matter of time, but it did come too soon. A study by MIT's Research Lab recently conducted a study on 54 individuals who were between 18 and 39 years old. Each was asked to write a couple of essays in the style of the SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test), a common exam in the United States. Some randomly selected subjects were asked to write without access to the Internet, others using only the Google search engine, and the rest using OpenAI's ChatGPT. The researchers used EEG to record brain activity across 32 regions of the brain. Unsurprisingly, they found that those who were using GhatGPT got lazier as the study went on, using cut-and-paste tactics more often. Those who had limited access to the Internet were more engaged with the essay, thought about it more, deliberated on the ideas and even took ownership of the arguments presented. Those who used ChatGPT almost stopped caring for the ideas they were generating by the end of the study. When asked to re-write their essay, this group did not remember most of the ideas which they had previously used. This is a preliminary study with few participants but the head researcher, Nataliya Kosmyna, went ahead to share the findings. According to her, 'Developing brains are at their highest risk'. She meant that the younger the learners are, the more dangerous the implications of continuous use of Artificial Intelligence. The findings seem intuitive after all. Continuously using generative AI to do all our tasks, from answering all our queries on trivia to planning out budgeted holidays, can only make us think less. It is not only that we are resorting to the easiest option but that these choices are making our capacity to make any choice seem redundant. This could be the end of critical thinking as we know it. Arguments against this scenario have already filled the research space. The most common argument is that everything depends on how we use AI – whether is it used as a supplement to just help with our work but not replace it, or even show us alternatives from which we could choose. But there are also other concerns. Beyond making us 'lazier', using generative AI has already indicated other social implications. For one, it is making people lonelier. There is very little use for companionship if the screen is fulfilling most of our needs, especially for youngsters who are already comfortable growing up with screens of different sizes. So common is the use of AI for personal needs that it is also replacing counselling, whether academic or personal, for students. Although this may sound like a good option, as it makes counselling free and always available, it does not give advice on individual situations and priorities. Depending on AI for life decisions may take more time. We cannot wish AI away, but we can learn more about it and its judicious use. Too much of it coming too soon may harm us more than we may know.
Mint
20-06-2025
- General
- Mint
SAT Results 2025: Scores for June likely to be out soon! Here's how to check, other details
SAT Results 2025: The results for Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) 2025 held on June 7, are expected to be released today, June 20. The SAT results are usually released within 2-4 weeks from the exam date. Hence, candidates who had taken the exam on June 7, can expect the results on June 20. Candidates who took the exam before June 7, whether at school or independently, may already have access to their scores. The College Board handles and releases the SAT scores. Here are the steps through which students can check their results: Visit the official College Board website. Log in with your username and password. Go to the SAT Scores section. View your scores: Click on 'View Details' or 'Score Report' to see the breakdown for Reading & Writing and Math scores. You can also download a PDF of the scores if needed After receiving the SAT scores, students need to sent them to colleges using their respective College Board account. In case an applicant did not select the colleges or recipients for the SAT scores to be sent to, or wants to add more, the student can send scores to additional institutions once they are available, mentions the College Board's website. SAT scores are valid for a period of five years from the date of the exam. For instance, for those candidates who took the exam on June 7 2025, the SAT scores will be valid approximately till June 7, 2030. A SAT score reports consist of the following information for its test takers: Total score: It is the sum of the two Section Scores, and this score ranges from 400 to 1600. Sectional score: The sectional score ranges from 200-800 and is based on the candidate's performance in various sections of the paper. The sectional score ranges from 200-800 and is based on the candidate's performance in various sections of the paper. For the exams with essay papers, essay scores reported separately on a scale of 2–8. For PSAT/NMSQT, NMSC Selection Index Score is given on a scale of 48–228.
Time of India
20-06-2025
- General
- Time of India
When will SAT scores be out in June 2025? What time to expect college test results; all you need to know
In the United States, the SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test) holds major importance for students on the road to college. The SAT, which attracts millions of students across the US, measures reading, writing, and math skills. If a student seeking admission secures a high score, then he or she can get access to scholarship opportunities. Many colleges and organizations offer scholarships based on strong SAT scores. When will SAT scores come out in 2025? The test is administered by the College Board . The organization has announced that scores will be released in phases depending on whether testing was done on a weekend or in school. Spring 2025 score release dates for SAT weekend: Friday, June 20, for tests taken on June 7. The score of the students will be released based on when the test was taken and when the test was submitted, not on the scores, grade, or location, according to the Austin American Statesman. The score is already available in case the candidate took the exam before June 7 at school or independently. Live Events What time do scores come out? Scores are typically available around 6 PM (local time) on the designated release day for SAT in-school testing. How to check SAT scores The College Board provides three ways to check the SAT score : School counselor: The school counselor of the candidate who appeared for the test will receive a PDF version of the score, which can be shared. BigFuture School mobile app: If the candidate has included his or her phone number on test day, the test score will be available on the app. College Board student account: If the student is a College Board student account holder, the scores will be available online. How to send SAT scores to colleges or universities When the appearing student registered for the SAT or took the test at school, he or she may have selected colleges or scholarship programs to receive scores. In case the applicant did not choose recipients on the day of the test or wants to add more, he or she can send scores to additional institutions once they are available, according to the College Board website. Follow these steps to send SAT scores: Sign in to the College Board account: Go to the Send SAT Scores page. If a prompt about fee waivers appears, it can be ignored unless it applies to the applicant. Select institutions to send scores to: The student can search for colleges or universities by name or code. Add institutions to the score recipient list: Click on one or more institutions to add them, then click Continue. Choose which scores to send: For each recipient, the applicant can choose to send all scores or just a specific set. If the SAT has been taken multiple times, the best score can be sent. There may be some institutions that may require all scores. This depends on the school's score submission policy. Review and finalize your order: Double-check the selections and then proceed to checkout. In addition to the test scores, the recipient will also receive demographic information. How long does the SAT take? The digital SAT is 2 hours and 14 minutes long, excluding breaks. The candidate gets a 10-minute break between the Reading & Writing and Math sections. The test is divided into two sections: Reading and Writing: 64 minutes with 54 questions (approximately 1 minute 11 seconds per question), and Math: 70 minutes with 44 questions (approximately 1 minute 35 seconds per question).
Newsweek
03-05-2025
- General
- Newsweek
When Do May 3 SAT Scores Come Out? Dates, What to Know
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Thousands of high school students are taking the SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test) today, but their scores likely won't come out until a few weeks later. The SAT is offered several times each year, with millions of students opting to take the test as part of the college admissions process. Experts told Newsweek about what SAT scores mean for colleges and students. Why It Matters Prospective college students have been facing a wide range of changes when it comes to the Department of Education and FAFSA over the last several years, but the SAT remains one of the most important tests they can prepare for to gain admission to the school of their choice. Getting into a top school generally requires a high SAT score, so many students choose to take the test several times and undergo intensive prep classes before the test. SAT prep courses from Kaplan cost anywhere between several hundred to thousands of dollars. SAT test preparation books sit on a shelf at a Barnes and Noble store June 27, 2002, in New York City. SAT test preparation books sit on a shelf at a Barnes and Noble store June 27, 2002, in New York To Know Students taking the SAT today across the country will have to wait a few weeks to get their scores back. Results are set to be released on May 16. The College Board has historically released scores in stages, with some students being able to see their results as early as 6 a.m. and others having to wait until 8 p.m. that day. Scores are often sent to school counselors, who can then discuss the results with each student. However, students can also check their scores on their own by logging into their College Board student account. The SAT has undergone some major transformations over the past several years, moving entirely to a digital format with a new structure and adaptive difficulty. Instead of the traditional three sections, reading, writing and language, and math, the test is now divided into just two: reading/writing and math, with each section containing two adaptive modules. The difficulty of the second module is determined by a student's performance on the first, making the test more personalized, experts say. In 2023, nearly 2 million students took the exam, with results being a key metric that decides which students qualify for admission or merit-based scholarships at elite schools. What People Are Saying Courtney Hill, director of admissions at SSP International, told Newsweek: "Now, more than ever in the history of higher education, it is important to remember that test scores are just one piece of data that help colleges and programs understand a student's academic context. They should not be viewed as the sole determinant of college admissions success, whether positively or negatively." Christopher Rim, founder and CEO of Command Education, told Newsweek: "Colleges are expected to interpret SAT scores the same way as before, but because the digital test differs significantly from the paper version, performance comparisons across test formats may not be perfect. "It is important for parents and students to remember that just because these tests are now digital and less lengthy does not mean that the test is easier or that studying requires less time or effort—both of these tests pose new challenges and require new strategies to excel." What Happens Next The next time the SAT will be administered is June 7, with scores to be released later on June 20. The ACT will be piloting a digital format in April as well, with the new digital version making the science section optional.
