The GATE 2025 examination will consist of 30 papers, allowing candidates to choose one or two test papers from permissible combinations. The exam duration is three hours and the score is valid for three years. It includes questions in multiple formats such as MCQs, MSQs, and NAT questions, assessing skills like recall, comprehension, application, analysis, and synthesis. A negative marking system applies to incorrect answers in MCQs, with one-third of a mark deducted for 1-mark MCQs and two-thirds of a mark deducted for 2-mark MCQs.
https://www.ndtv.com/education/gate-2025-admit-cards-released-check-direct-link-here-7421191#pfrom=home-ndtv_educationNew Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed Act 1669 into law, eliminating the requirement for teachers to pass basic reading, writing and mathematics tests to be eligible for public school positions. The law aims to address teacher shortages in the state by making it easier for aspiring educators to join the profession. Despite receiving broad support from the state legislature with a 34-2 vote, the move has been met with criticism from some, including billionaire Elon Musk. The new law still requires teachers to hold a bachelor's degree and pass specialized tests within their subject area. According to the New Jersey Education Association, the law removes an "unnecessary barrier" for qualified candidates who may not perform well on standardized tests.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14259089/us-state-ends-teacher-reading-writing-arithmetic-skills-test.htmlThe Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the results of the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) held on December 14, 2024. Interested candidates can check their results by visiting the official website ctet.nic.in and following a series of steps to access their scorecard. The test was conducted in two shifts for Paper 1 and Paper 2, with Paper 1 catering to those who wish to teach classes 1-5 and Paper 2 for those intending to teach classes 6-8. The CBSE has also released the answer key and response sheets, allowing candidates to raise objections until a specified date.
https://www.ndtv.com/education/ctet-result-december-2024-to-be-released-soon-check-details-7404215#pfrom=home-ndtv_mainnavigationA law eliminating the basic skills test for teachers to be certified went into effect on January 1 in New Jersey. The move is part of a trend by the National Education Association (NEA) to remove barriers to teaching, with the goal of increasing its membership base. According to Erika Sanzi, Director of Outreach at Parents Defending Education, this decision aims to boost the number of dues-paying members for the NEA.
The Board of Secondary Education Karachi (BSEK) has instructed school heads to register for the Class X exam through an online portal at bsek.edu.pk. To do so, they must log in with their school code and old password, then upload three documents: a letterhead, identity card, and selfie or passport photo. After document verification within 24-48 hours, they will be prompted to set a new password for security purposes. Once registered, they can access exam forms and fee challans through the automated system.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1268077-forms-for-class-x-exams-to-be-received-online-onlyThe Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced several changes for the upcoming academic session. To assess student performance, 50% of questions in exams will be competency-based, a pattern that was introduced last year and remains unchanged. Students must maintain at least 75% attendance to be eligible for exams, with some flexibility available for valid reasons such as medical issues or sports tournaments. The board is also implementing enhanced security measures, including biometric authentication through digital fingerprinting, photo capturing, and face matching with candidates' scanned images. Additionally, the two-term board exam system will be reintroduced in 2025-26, allowing students to demonstrate their progress across two assessment periods each year.
https://www.ndtv.com/education/cbse-practical-exams-2025-begin-theory-papers-start-on-february-15-know-major-changes-7393996#pfrom=home-ndtv_mainnavigationThe Telangana Open School Society (TOSS) has announced a payment schedule for SSC and intermediate public exams, which will be held in April and May. Students can pay their fees through the TOSS website or at TG Online and Mee Seva centres across the state from January 9 to 22.
https://www.deccanchronicle.com/southern-states/telangana/toss-announces-fee-schedule-for-public-exams-1851531The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced that the difficulty level of questions in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics for Class 12 board exams will be aligned with the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Mains. In contrast, the Biology section will have a difficulty level similar to the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET). This change is aimed at making the exam more challenging and relevant to students who aspire to pursue engineering or medical education.
https://www.ndtv.com/education/mht-cet-2025-registration-begins-for-maharashtra-common-eligibility-test-7367547#pfrom=home-ndtv_mainnavigationThe Telangana government has announced that candidates who secured a rank in the Diploma in Elementary Education Common Entrance Test (DEECET-2024) can now opt for remaining seats through web counselling. The submission of preferences by candidates will take place from January 2 to 4, allowing them to secure admission into Diploma in Elementary Education or Diploma in Pre-School Education courses for the 2024-25 academic year.
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