Over hundreds and thousands of students appear for different exams held in Karnataka every year. While some exams are held by the state government, some are held by the central government of India. Given below are some of the major exams held in Karnataka. Major Exams Held In Karnataka SSLC Examination The SSLC Examination in […]
Education in Karnataka
Karnataka is known for its well-structured educational system. With a high total literacy rate of 75.60%, this state is also famed for recruiting a maximum number of teachers in all levels of education. In Karnataka, there are three types of schools, government schools, government-aided schools and unaided private schools.
English and Kannada are the two main instruction mediums in most of these schools. The syllabus taught in schools can be CBSE, ICSE, NIOS or state syllabus. After completing secondary education students take the SSLC test for getting admission in two years long Pre-University Course. The Karnataka Examination Authority holds a Common Entrance Test for admissions in major undergraduate courses such as Engineering, Medical, Dental and Technology.
Karnataka also has several reputed institutions for higher education such as Indian Institute of Science, Indian Institute of Management, National Law School of India University and Indian Institution of Technology (IIT), Dharwad. Read more about Education in Karnataka.
ComedK Statistics
The applicants who appear for Comedk come from across the country. Few basic statistics of the applicants are published here.
Top Karnataka Government Scholarship Programs
Want to know about some of the Karnataka government scholarship programs? Are you eligible for scholarship programs offered by the Karnataka government? Let’s find out Scholarships are considered as the lifeline for economically and socially backward, meritorious students. Every year, many government departments and corporations distribute scholarships under various heads. Here is the list of […]
Choosing The Right Stream For PU Colleges In Karnataka
Planning to join PU colleges in Karnataka? Read on to know about the stream of courses you can join. In Karnataka, once students clear the Class X board exam, the next step is ‘Pre University College’ or PU College. This is a 2-years course that all students must complete before they can embark on any […]
Students With OCI Cards Are Eligible For State Quota Seats In Karnataka
Good news for students with OCI cards or Overseas Citizens of India cards. The Karnataka High Court has ruled that students with OCI cards must be treated as citizens of India when they apply for professional courses in colleges. They are now eligible for the state quota as well as the quota reserved for Non […]
Karnataka Engineering College Admissions – Government Introduces New Rules
The practice of students’ blocking-seats in the privately operated engineering colleges in the state has been going on for years now. New Karnataka engineering college Admissions regulations are here to stop it. To restrict private engineering colleges from blocking seats for students, the government of Karnataka has decided to make amendments to the existing educational […]
The New NEP Or National Education Policy Everything You Must Know
The format for education in schools across India is set to change. A new NEP or National Education Policy 2020 has been framed to replace the 1986 NEP. This will be India’s third NEP. The policy gives a broad framework for educational institutes but it is not mandatory for state governments to follow the guidelines. […]
The A To Z Of e-Sarvajanika Granthalaya or Government Digital Library In Karnataka
Digital library in Karnataka has become a reality. Keeping in mind the changing reading pattern among the readers, the state library department now gave digital touch to its collections. As part of this initiative, the department launched an App, e-Sarvajanika Granthalaya, and digitized over 1 lakh books. Read: Digital Library In Whitefield – Timing, Membership […]
Free Quota RTE Admission Process 2020 In Karnataka
RTE admission for 2020 has started. The right of the child to free and compulsory education in 2009 is popularly called the RTE Act. The Act is designed to provide 25% free seats in the private unaided schools for the children from the disadvantaged section of society. The fee money is reimbursed by the state […]
Is Homeschooling In Karnataka The New Normal?
Is homeschooling gaining popularity in Karnataka? Why more and more parents prefer homeschooling? Let’s find out. It’s been months since students heard the school bell signal the end of the day. Many worried parents have started exploring the idea of homeschooling their little ones. While some worry about when schools will reopen, others wonder what […]