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Amrita School of Business Amaravati MBA Admission 2026: The Amrita School of Business (ASB) Amaravati, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham University has opened its MBA admissions for the 2026-2028 batch. This campus is the latest addition to the Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham network and offers a curriculum aligned with global standards, including specializations in Marketing, Finance, HR, Operations, and Business Analytics. Apply Before Apr 15, 2026. Candidates can apply Online. Apply to any top 250 B Schools from one window. Shortlist, save. CLICK MBA Eligibility Criteria https://campusutra.com/amrita-launches-ai-powered-management-mock-interview-platform-for-mba-aspirants/ Academic Performance: Minimum 60% aggregate in 10th, 12th, and Undergraduate degree. (Note: This is slightly higher than…

The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has announced a fresh extension of the application deadline for January 2026 admissions and re-registration. Candidates can now apply or re-register for the January 2026 academic session until February 15, 2026 by visiting the official website. Apart from this IGNOU has also issued an important advisory for online programmes. Students enrolled in online programmes must study through digital platforms. A laptop or computer with reliable internet access is mandatory. Learners should be comfortable using online learning systems and tools. IGNOU will not provide physical study materials for online programmes. All course content and…

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially issued the admit cards for the upcoming Class 10 and Class 12 examinations. With both board exams scheduled to commence on February 17, these hall tickets serve as mandatory credentials for entry into the examination centers. IMPORTANT HIGHLIGHTS: CBSE 2026 Hall Tickets Now Available Status: Admit cards for Class 10 and 12 have been released. Exam Start Date: February 17, 2026. Release Context: This follows last year’s timeline (February 3 release). Mandatory Document: Students cannot enter the exam hall without a valid admit card. Continuing the trend from the previous year—when…

Hyderabad – February 6, 2026: Reinforcing the Government of Telangana’s strong focus on youth workforce development and education, WE Hub—India’s first state-led nodal organisation for women entrepreneurs—has taken a significant step toward bridging the gap between education and employability through its Campus to Career initiative. As part of this effort, WE Hub signed MoUs with over 20 academic institutions to roll out the Campus to Career program across colleges in Telangana. Through these partnerships, WE Enable, WE Hub’s flagship student-focused intervention, will be implemented to strengthen industry readiness, employability, and career pathways for women students across the state. The Campus to Career initiative…

New Delhi, February 3, 2026: Round 1 of the 12th IIHM International Young Chef Olympiad (YCO), the world’s largest and most inclusive competition for student chefs, was held at the International Institute of Hotel Management (IIHM) Delhi Campus, turning the capital into a vibrant hub of global culinary talent. The Delhi leg of Round 1 of YCO 2026, held under the aegis of IIHM in partnership with the International Hospitality Council (IHC) London, was one of five simultaneous city rounds for Round 1, alongside Bengaluru, Pune, Goa and Hyderabad, marking the start of a multi-city culinary journey across India. Following the Grand Opening Ceremony in Bengaluru, contestants were divided…

Bengaluru, February 4, 2026 – In a significant move to bridge the gap between classroom learning and industrial application, tech giant Apple has announced the launch of its first-ever Education Hub in India. Located in the tech capital of Bengaluru, this initiative is set to redefine workforce development by offering advanced training in coding, automation, and digital skills. Operated in collaboration with the Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), the hub aims to empower thousands of individuals within Apple’s supply chain, preparing them for the next generation of high-tech manufacturing. A New Era of Technical Training in India The Bengaluru…

The Orange Economy refers to the economic value generated from creativity, culture, and ideas protected by intellectual property, where talent, imagination, and innovation serve as the primary raw materials. Symbolized by the colour orange—representing creativity, cultural vibrancy, and innovation—it encompasses a wide range of industries including media, film, television, advertising, marketing, branding, design (graphic, fashion, product and UX), music, performing and visual arts, publishing, gaming, architecture, creative technology, cultural heritage, crafts, festivals, and digital platforms driven by creators and influencers. This economy matters because it generates large-scale employment, particularly for youth and gig workers, drives innovation and entrepreneurship, strengthens nation…

CMAT 2026 Results: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced the Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) 2026 result date on its official X handle. Candidates who appeared for the CMAT 2026 exam, which was conducted on January 25, 2026 in CBT mode across India can check their result from the official website – cmat.nta.nic.in, once released. Apply to any top 250 B Schools from one window. Shortlist, save. CLICK The answer key PDF is available for download on the official website, cmat.nta.nic.in. Candidates aspiring to take admission in MBA programmes who appeared for the exam can check and download the final…

Hyderabad, Feb 4, 2026: International Institute of Information Technology hosted the Urban AI Forum: Rethinking Cities by Leveraging Artificial Intelligence, an official pre-summit event of the India AI Impact Summit 2026, in partnership with Bordeaux Métropole, NASSCOM and iSPIRT. The forum on campus  brought together policymakers, academics, industry leaders and civil society representatives to explore the transformative role of artificial intelligence in shaping the future of cities. The Urban AI Forum served as a platform for dialogue on how AI-driven technologies can enhance urban governance, sustainability, inclusivity and democratic participation. The event aimed to move the conversation beyond conventional smart city narratives towards…

The Union Budget 2026-27 always carries a dual expectation addressing immediate national priorities while laying the foundation for long-term capacity building. From the standpoint of higher education and particularly institutions committed to nation-building, the Budget signals intent but also reveals the distance yet to be covered. On employability and the Professors of Practice (PoP) initiative, the direction is encouraging. Formal recognition of industry practitioners within academia can meaningfully narrow the industry–academia gap. However, for this to translate into real impact, institutions require sustained funding flexibility, clear appointment frameworks and incentives that make long-term engagement attractive for seasoned professionals. Without these…

For the NMAT 2025 aspirants, the journey doesn’t end with a high score; it begins with picking the right B-School that justifies the “Investment” in your MBA. While NMIMS Mumbai remains the flagship destination, several other players like XIMB, KJ Somaiya, and TAPMI offer a compelling narrative when you weigh their tuition fees against the average placements. Apply to any top 250 B Schools from one window. Shortlist, save. CLICK In this comparative analysis, we dive deep into the numbers to see which B-Schools are delivering the best Return on Investment (ROI) this season. The ROI Landscape: Top NMAT Accepting B-Schools…

IIT Kharagpur Admission 2026: The Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT Kharagpur) has announced the commencement of online applications for admission to its law and public policy programmes for the academic year 2026. Applications are now open for the LLB (Honours in Intellectual Property Law), LLM., and the Master’s in Public Policy, Law and Governance (MPPLG) programmes. Engineering Entrance Exam 2026 -2027. B Tech last date and Application Fees The last date for submission is February 20. Detailed admission guidelines and application links are available at iitkgp.ac.in/llb-llm  and iitkgp.ac.in/mpplg  The three-year, full-time LLB (Honours in Intellectual Property Law) programme is…

For the value-conscious MBA aspirant, the CMAT (Common Management Admission Test) remains one of the most critical gateways. While Tier-1 exams often lead to high-fee institutions, CMAT opens doors to “ROI Goldmines”—colleges where the cost of education is dwarfed by the starting salary.  Apply to any top 250 B Schools from one window. Shortlist, save. CLICK Here is an exploration of Private Business Schools that accept CMAT 2026 scores, ranked by their Return on Investment (ROI). The table evaluates these institutions using three primary data points: Fees (cost of the program), Average CTC (expected annual salary), and the resulting ROI (calculated…

Director, Birla Institute of Management Technology (BIMTECH), Greater Noida The Union Budget 2026–27 marks a decisive shift from incremental welfare spending to strategic nation-building, anchored in the long-term vision of Viksit Bharat @2047. India aims to emerge as a global hub for high-value services, healthcare innovation, and next-generation technologies, with education, research, and skill development at its core, turning its demographic advantage into a knowledge-driven economy. A 2025 McKinsey study underscores the impact of early exposure to digital and analytical skills, highlighting that such investments can dramatically enhance workforce productivity, particularly in emerging economies like India. The Budget reflects this…

Dr. Vinita S Sahay, Director of the Indian Institute of Management Bodh Gaya, brings her sharp academic insight and policy-oriented perspective to analyze the Union Budget 2026–27. With a career dedicated to shaping management education and aligning institutions with national priorities, she examines how the budget’s provisions resonate with both the everyday citizen and Higher Education Institutions (HEIs). We requested Dr. Vinita Sahay to comment on the following aspects of the Budget 2026: Youth focus Employability & industry linkages Infrastructure & digital ecosystem Research & facilities (towards global research hubs) Cost of education/affordability Her reflections highlight the government’s emphasis on…

Like every year this year too we have been following the Union budget and have engaged with thought leaders from India’s premier management institutes to discuss the roadmap, execution, and student-centruc actionable. The Union Budget arrives at a time when the GD/PI also commences and the objective is also to run through possible pointers for the aspirants of MBA / PGDM to be prepared for any questions which they may face in the interviews. It has always helped students in the past as they can pick 2–3 points and build a structured answer in interviews, showing awareness of both opportunities…

I listened to the Union Budget 2026–27 speech carefully. Not just for numbers, but for signals. As educators, we’ve learnt that often what is left unsaid is more important that what is said. The Budget speech of Finance Minister Mrs. Nirmala Sitharaman spoke of stability, inclusion, productivity, and India’s long-term growth path. There was a clear emphasis on skilling, digital public infrastructure, and technology-led development. From a macroeconomic standpoint, the tone was reassuring. The Big Picture: Stability First, Transformation Later The Budget speech reinforced India’s strong growth momentum and fiscal discipline. Education featured within the broader framework of human capital…

Union Budget 2026 marks a welcome shift in India’s education discourse—from access and expansion to capability, innovation, and global competitiveness. Around Rs. 1.39 lac crore consolidated allocation for education marginally higher than last year and is a little over 2.5% of the total budget outlay of Rs. 53.5 Lac crore. With allocations of ₹83562 crore for school education and ₹55,727 crore for higher education, the budget signals intent to modernise learning systems through artificial intelligence, skilling, and integrated academic infrastructure. Yet, the scale of ambition is still not fully matched by the depth of fiscal commitment. The budget’s emphasis on…

India, as a country, is recognised as the manpower provider to the world. Yes, but as the provider of quality manpower, highly skilled manpower, the achievement to potential ratio is around 10 %. One of the major reasons is the high cost of higher education and inadequate support system which could act as a mitigating measure. In earlier times, a lot of talented manpower could be created because of liberal scholarship schemes by the central government or long term interest free loans by the state governments. Of course, the numbers would not have been much. But the concept holds true.…

New Delhi, February 1, 2026 — Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will hold a special interaction with nearly 30 college students from across India immediately after presenting the Union Budget 2026-27 in Parliament on Sunday, the Finance Ministry announced. Students to Witness Budget Presentation Live On Budget Day 2026, the selected students will be given exclusive access to the Lok Sabha Gallery to watch the live presentation of the Union Budget. This rare opportunity will allow them to observe parliamentary proceedings during one of the most significant annual events in India’s economic calendar. From Manpower Supplier to Skill Superpower: Why…