Odisha: Vice Chancellors’ conference in Bhubaneswar concludes

Bhubaneswar, June 1: Governor Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati, on Monday called upon Vice-Chancellors across the State to take proactive measures to protect university land from encroachment, stressing that safeguarding institutional assets was essential for the long-term growth and development of higher education institutions. Speaking at the valedictory session of the two-day Conference of Vice-Chancellors of […]

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Three tribal EMRS alumni shine in Odisha Civil Services exam

Bhubaneswar, June 1: The Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) of Odisha have hit a historic milestone. In a powerful demonstration of how quality education can transform tribal communities, three distinguished alumni have successfully cleared the prestigious Odisha Civil Services Examination conducted by Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC). Leading this inspiring group is Nilima Kumari Nayak, […]

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Odisha Governor calls for globally competitive universities rooted in Indian values at VC meet

Bhubaneswar, May 31: Governor Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati on Sunday called upon universities in Odisha to evolve into globally competitive, socially responsible and technologically advanced institutions while remaining deeply rooted in Indian values. He emphasised that higher education institutions must play a pivotal role in building an Atmanirbhar Bharat and preparing the State for future […]

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Yuva Sangam Tour: Odisha Governor interacts with Gujarat Student delegation 

Bhubaneswar, May 29: Governor Dr Hari Babu Kambhampati has interacted with the student delegation at the Lok Bhavan here. For the context, the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Rourkela is conducting Yuva Sangam Phase VI. As part of the programme, as many as 39 students from Gujarat under the Government of India’s Ek Bharat Shreshtha […]

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World Skill Center-Bhubaneswar 2026 Application deadline extended till May 15

Bhubaneswar, May 2: The World Skill Center (WSC), Bhubaneswar, has extended the deadline for submission of online applications for admissions to its 202627 academic session until May 15, offering aspiring candidates across India an extended opportunity to take a decisive step toward industry-ready careers. The online entrance examination for the admissions to the courses is […]

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Odisha: Chandrasekharpur DAV records 100% pass rate in CBSE Class-X exam

Bhubaneswar, April 15: The DAV Public School, Chandrasekharpur has once again set a benchmark of academic brilliance in the CBSE Class-X Examination 2026, accomplishing a 100% pass percentage. Leading this remarkable achievement, Shreya Tripathy and Ruhan Mohanty have emerged as the toppers of the school with an outstanding score of 499 marks (99.8%) followed by […]

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Odisha Appoints Vice Chancellors Across State Universities

Bhubaneswar, April 6: In a major development in Odisha’s higher education sector, the Office of the Chancellor at Lok Bhavan has announced the appointment of Vice Chancellors for 14 state universities. The appointments were made under the provisions of the Odisha Universities Act, 1989, and the Odisha University Act, 2017. According to an official press […]

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Odisha to admit 1,300 students into 4-Year ITEP through NCET 2026; Applications open till March 10

Bhubaneswar, February 20: The Higher Education Department has notified that admissions into the four-Year Integrated Teacher Education Programme (ITEP) for the academic session 2026–27 will be conducted through the National Common Entrance Test (NCET) 2026. In Odisha, admission into ITEP from the academic session 2026–27 onwards shall be based strictly on NCET scores. The programme […]

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IIMC Dhenkanal announces two new Master’s programmes; Check details

Dhenkanal, January 16: The Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC), Dhenkanal is launching two new Master’s degree programmes – MA in Corporate Communication and Brand Management (MA-CCBM) and MA in Media and Communication Governance (MA-MCG) – from the next academic session. The IIMC, a Deemed to be University, has announced admissions for the Academic Session […]

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Odisha launches ‘Videsh Siksha Bruti,’ to give Rs 25 lakh to SC, ST students to study abroad

Bhubaneswar, November 26: Higher Education Minister Suryabanshi Suraj on Wednesday launched the ‘Videsh Siksha Bruti’ Scheme, marking a significant step towards supporting meritorious SC/ST students aspiring to pursue higher studies abroad. Under the scheme, SC and ST students belonging to families with an annual income of Rs 12 lakh or below are eligible to apply. […]

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