Higher Education

Over 13% students opt for higher studies over placements this year: Survey

Of the 2,656 students who graduated this year, 359 students said that they are opting for higher studies, according to the IIT-D survey

China moots 'love education'. Can it revive its declining population?

Beijing has reportedly called on colleges and universities to introduce "love education," aiming to promote positive perspectives on marriage and relationships amid population decline

India's goal to improve higher education enrolment seems hard to get

Country will need more universities and colleges to meet 2035 target set by National Education Policy

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Equity-heavy portfolio will build corpus for child's education abroad

Parents must not compromise on retirement security to fund their children's higher education

Centre launches PAIR programme to enhance research in higher education

Each PAIR network will consist of one hub and up to seven spoke institutions

Funding higher education: Easy financial assistance is not enough

The market for education loans in India has evolved significantly over the years, with the outstanding portfolio under education loans growing by 17 per cent to Rs 96,847 crore in 2022-23

PM-Vidyalaxmi scheme for higher education: What it is & how to apply

For a loan of up to Rs 7.5 lakh, a student will be eligible for a credit guarantee of 75% of outstanding default

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DU's revenue from student fees doubles to over Rs 200 cr in five yrs: Data

Delhi University's revenue collection from student fees has more than doubled in the past five years, with over Rs 200 crore amassed in the previous fiscal year, even as funds from UGC grants have largely remained underutilised. According to data shared by its finance department, the university's internal receipts (fund inflow), which mainly includes fees of students but also other items such as consultancy fees, stood at nearly Rs 100 crore in 2019-2020. The figure rose to over Rs 200 crore in the year 2023-24. The varsity's grants from the University Grants Commission (UGC) over the 5 years have increased in absolute terms but there is a downward trend in the share of UGC grants in the total fund inflow (receipts). In 2019-2020, DU recieved around Rs 600 crore from UGC and in 2023-2024 a little less than Rs 800 crore, data shows. The share of UGC grants inflow has fallen from around 83 per cent to 77 per cent between 2019-20 and 2023-24, indicating that the role of public funding

Education sector expected to see 12-14% revenue growth in FY25: Crisil

The education sector is well-positioned for growth, supported by higher enrolments, new courses, and ongoing infrastructure investments

Encourage women for higher education to make India developed by 2047: Murmu

President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday said women need to be encouraged to pursue higher education and become independent to achieve the goal of making India the most developed nation by 2047. She also sought everyone's cooperation to help people from backward communities join the march of development. "I would like to call upon all educational institutions and teachers to encourage daughters to pursue higher education and become self-reliant as we want to make India the most developed and most advanced country by 2047," Murmu said at the convocation ceremony of Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Vishwa Vidyalaya (DAVV) in its diamond jubilee year. "...Therefore, all of us need to support and encourage women to move ahead as they constitute half of the country's population. If our daughters dream big and bring it to reality with your support and guidance, only then will they be able to become partners in the development of the country in the true sense," she said. The president noted that among .

AP ICET 2024: Registration for 2nd phase counselling to begin from today

The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) has declared the Andhra Pradesh Integrated Common Entrance Test (AP ICET) 2024 2nd phase counselling schedule at the official website

Hijab ban in Mumbai college explained: Supreme Court to hear plea on Aug 9

Chembur Trombay Education Society's N G Acharya and D K Marathe College introduced a new dress code banning religious attire and religious identifiers within the college premises

Higher education institutes ranks under NIRF likely on Aug 12: Edu ministry

Rankings of higher education institutions under the ninth edition of the National Institutional Ranking Framework will be announced on August 12, Union education ministry officials said on Monday. The annual rankings are usually announced in April but have been delayed this year. "The National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) rankings will be announced at 3 pm on August 12," a senior ministry official said. Last year, the Indian Institute of Technology - Madras continued its dominance as the best higher education institution in the country as it secured the top spot for the fifth consecutive year. The ranking framework evaluates institutions on five broad generic groups of parameters of teaching, learning and resources, research and professional practice, graduation outcomes, outreach and inclusivity and perception. The ranks are assigned based on the total sum of marks assigned for each of these five broad groups of parameters.

Union Budget 2024-25 significant milestone for country, says Sicci

The Union Budget 2024-25 is a significant milestone for India, with its focus on skills development, higher education, and the empowerment of youth and women, said the Singapore Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI) on Wednesday. "These initiatives are crucial in preparing the Indian citizenry to tackle the economic challenges of the future," SICCI Chairman Neil Parekh said, commenting on the latest financial package designed to drive the Indian economy forward. "SICCI lauds these efforts announced by India's Finance Minister Nirmala Sitaraman. It commends the Indian government under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi for its foresight in preparing the younger generation to take India to even greater heights," said Parekh. The Budget has allocated Rs 1.48 lakh crore for education, employment, and skill development initiatives in the country, demonstrating the government's commitment to empowering the youth and enhancing their skills for better employment ...

Budget 2024: FM Nirmala Sitharaman hikes higher education funding by 8%

Union Budget 2024: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman allocated Rs 47,619 crore for the higher education sector under the Ministry of Education

Education Budget 2024: What did FM Sitharaman say in the past five Budgets?

Education Budget 2024: The BJP-led NDA government has steadily increased its allocation towards the education sector, focusing on skilling and digitisation. Here are highlights of the last 5 years

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Assam announces monthly stipend to curb child marriage, support education

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday announced that his government would provide monthly stipends to all girl students from class 11 to post-graduation over the next five years, aiming to prevent child marriages. Addressing a press conference, Sarma said the scheme, 'Nijut Moina', was approved by the cabinet, which estimated that Rs 1,500 crore would be required in five years to give the incentives to around 10 lakh girls. "A married girl will not get the benefit. The only exception will be those married girls who are enrolled in PG courses, they will also benefit," he said. The sole aim of this scheme is to delay the marriage of a girl so that she can be financially independent and start earning for herself and her family, Sarma said. "The scheme will increase the gross enrollment ratio of girls substantially," he asserted. All girls studying in classes 11 and 12 will get Rs 1,000 every month, it will be Rs 1,250 for degree students and Rs 2,500 for girls doing .