The ***All India Management Association (AIMA)*** has announced the MAT December 2026 examination schedule. The Paper-Based Test (PBT) is scheduled for December 20, while the Computer-Based Test (CBT) will take place on December 27. Registrations are open through the official MAT website.
VITEEE 2027 registration has begun at [viteee.vit.ac.in](http://viteee.vit.ac.in), with applications open until March 31, 2027. This year brings mandatory real-time photo capture, a revised INR 1,450 fee and a two-hour exam. The CBT runs April 27 to May 2, 2027. Candidates should read the VIT information brochure carefully before applying.
*The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has opened registration for the NEET UG 2026 Stray Vacancy Round for MBBS and BDS admissions. Following the updated notice, registration and fee payment are open until October 14, 2026, through mcc.nic.in. Choice filling closes on October 15, the seat allotment result is scheduled for October 17, and candidates allotted seats must report to their colleges between October 19 and 26, 2026.*
The best time to start CAT preparation is six to twelve months before the exam. Beginners should begin in January-March, while those familiar with the syllabus can start in June-July. Working professionals and repeaters need tailored plans. Here is a month-wise guide for every profile aiming for a 95+ percentile.
<h1>NMAT 2026 Registration Deadline Extended to October 25</h1>The registration deadline for the NMAT by GMAC 2026 examination has been extended to **October 25, 2026**, giving MBA aspirants additional time to complete their applications. Candidates can also schedule their examination slots until the revised deadline.
According to the latest update published by Shiksha, the extension applies to both registration and exam scheduling. The official NMAT by GMAC website provides the examination schedule, registration process and fee details.
The NMAT 2026 examination window will run from **November 2 to December 20, 2026**. Candidates who wish to reschedule their examination can do so until December 17, 2026. The retake registration and scheduling window will remain open from November 3 to December 17, 2026.
The registration fee is ₹3,000 plus applicable taxes, while retakes and rescheduling require separate payments. Applicants must complete their registration online through the official [NMAT website](https://www.mba.com/exams/nmat) and check the admission requirements of their preferred business schools.
Candidates should note that registering for NMAT does not automatically complete their application to individual B-schools. Separate institutional applications may be required, depending on the college.
Aspirants are advised to verify all deadlines on the official website before applying.
The Karnataka Examinations Authority has released the official choice-entry schedule for Karnataka PGCET 2026 on October 9. The notice clarifies that entry and option rearrangement are separate activities, with the entry window closing October 13. Candidates must use the dedicated admissions portal, not the document verification section, to submit choices.
The Common Admission Test (CAT) 2026 has recorded **2.84 lakh registrations**, marking a slight decline compared with the previous year, according to the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Indore, which is conducting the examination this year.
CAT remains one of India’s most competitive management entrance examinations, serving as the gateway to postgraduate management programmes at the IIMs and several other leading business schools.
The **CAT 2026 examination is scheduled for November 29, 2026**, and will be conducted in three sessions across around 170 cities. The exam will be held in computer-based test (CBT) mode and will consist of three sections — Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC), Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR), and Quantitative Ability (QA).
Candidates will have a total of 120 minutes, with a 40-minute sectional time limit. The CAT 2026 admit cards are scheduled to be released from November 4.
Despite the marginal fall in registrations, the competition for IIM and other top B-school seats is expected to remain intense, making strategic preparation and effective time management crucial for aspirants.
The Karnataka Examinations Authority has extended the Karnataka PGCET 2026 fee payment and Seat Confirmation Slip download deadline to October 9, 2026. Allotted candidates must then report physically to their allotted colleges by 6 PM on October 11, 2026. KEA has not announced any official update on choice entry yet.
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has opened the online application process for **Karnataka PGET 2026 counselling** for postgraduate medical admissions. The registration process began on **October 5, 2026**, giving eligible NEET-PG 2026 candidates an opportunity to apply for postgraduate medical seats across Karnataka.
According to the schedule currently displayed on the KEA portal, candidates can submit their applications **until October 15, 2026, without a late fee**. The schedule also lists **October 8, 2026, as the offline verification date**.
The PGET counselling process is applicable to candidates seeking admission to postgraduate medical programs, including **MD, MS, PG Diploma and DNB courses**, subject to the eligibility conditions prescribed by KEA. Candidates who have qualified NEET-PG 2026 are required to complete the registration and application process through the official KEA portal.
Aspirants should carefully check the official KEA portal for the latest instructions, verification requirements and subsequent counselling updates, as the detailed schedule and admission guidelines may be updated by the authority.
An MBA need not break the bank. With over 1,300 MBA colleges in India, aspirants can choose affordable options like FMS Delhi, JBIMS, TISS and DTU. Fees range from under INR 1 lakh to INR 12 lakh, while top recruiters include Deloitte, Google and Amazon. Check exams and placements too.
Registration for the **Symbiosis National Aptitude Test (SNAP) 2026** is currently underway for candidates seeking admission to MBA programs offered by institutes under Symbiosis International (Deemed University). The application process began on **August 21, 2026**, and candidates can submit their applications online through the official SNAP website until **November 25, 2026**.
SNAP 2026 will be conducted as a computer-based test on **December 13, December 19 and December 26, 2026**. Candidates can appear for up to three attempts, with the higher score considered for the final percentile calculation.
The **SNAP registration fee is ₹2,550 per test**, excluding applicable government taxes. In addition, candidates applying to Symbiosis MBA programs must pay a **₹1,000 program registration fee for each program** they select. Both fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
To register, candidates need to create an account on the official portal, enter their personal and academic details, verify their mobile number or email through OTP, upload a recent color passport-size photograph and complete the required fee payment. Candidates should carefully review their information before submission, as changes are not permitted after registration.
SNAP is mandatory for admission to selected MBA programs across **17 Symbiosis institutes**. Aspirants are advised to complete registration well before the deadline and carefully check program-specific eligibility requirements before applying.
**MAT September 2026 results are expected soon, with candidates likely to receive their scorecards in the first week of October.** However, the All India Management Association (AIMA) has not announced an official result date yet.
The September session of the Management Aptitude Test (MAT) was conducted in two modes. The **Paper-Based Test (PBT) was held on September 13, 2026**, while the **Computer-Based Test (CBT) took place on September 20, 2026**.
According to the latest update, AIMA generally informs candidates about scorecard availability through individual communication. Once released, the MAT scorecard will be available through the official MAT website.
<h3>How to Download MAT 2026 Scorecard</h3>Candidates can download their scorecard by visiting the official MAT website and logging into their Applicant Dashboard using their registered credentials. They should select the relevant exam month and access the scorecard option to download the document. AIMA also advises candidates to regularly check the MAT website for updates.
The MAT score is accepted by numerous management institutes across India, making the upcoming scorecard important for candidates planning their MBA or PGDM admissions.
IIM Indore's CAT 2026 registration window closes September 15, 2026, at 5:00 PM. Candidates targeting IIMs and other participating institutes must submit applications and pay fees via [iimcat.ac.in](http://iimcat.ac.in) before the deadline. The exam is scheduled for November 29, 2026.
***West Bengal has released the revised tentative schedule for Round 2 of WB NEET UG 2026 counselling, covering State Quota, Private Management Quota and NRI Quota seats. Candidates should carefully follow the registration, verification, choice-filling, allotment and admission deadlines.***
WBMCC has commenced round 1 reporting for candidates allotted MBBS/BDS seats through West Bengal NEET counselling. Candidates can report at their allotted institutes from September 1 to 5, 2026, for document verification and admission formalities. The round 1 result was declared on August 31, 2026.
***West Bengal NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 1 choice filling has started.**** Eligible candidates can now submit and lock their preferred MBBS and BDS colleges through the WBMCC counselling portal. The revised merit list and Round 1 seat matrix are also available for candidates to check before making their choices.*
MCC has released the provisional NEET UG Round 1 Seat Allotment Result 2026, allotting 29,945 seats. Candidates can check status at [mcc.nic.in](http://mcc.nic.in). Grievances must be submitted by 3:59 PM on August 21. Allotted candidates should report to institutes between August 22-31 with original documents for verification.
*West Bengal NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 1 choice filling and locking has begun for eligible candidates seeking MBBS and BDS admission. Candidates can submit and lock their preferred courses and colleges through the official WBMCC counselling portal until August 21, 2026, at 4 PM. The Round 1 seat allotment result is scheduled to be published on August 25, 2026, after 4 PM. Candidates are advised to carefully review their preferences before locking their choices and follow the official counselling schedule to avoid missing the deadline.*
The **West Bengal NEET UG Counselling 2026** process has moved to the choice-filling stage for Round 1. Candidates who have completed the required counselling registration and are eligible for the current round can now submit their preferred colleges and courses through the official **West Bengal Medical Counselling Committee (WBMCC)** portal.
<h3>West Bengal NEET UG Counselling 2026: Important Dates</h3>The Round 1 choice-filling and locking window opened on **August 19, 2026, at 4 PM**. Candidates have until **August 21, 2026, at 4 PM** to complete the process.
The Round 1 seat allotment result is scheduled to be released on **August 25, 2026, after 4 PM**.
Candidates should complete their choices well before the deadline rather than waiting until the final hours.
<h3>How to Fill Choices for West Bengal NEET UG Counselling 2026?</h3>Candidates can follow these steps:
<ol>
- Visit the official WBMCC website.
- Open the **UG Medical/Dental Counselling** section.
- Log in using the required credentials.
- Access the choice-filling option.
- Select preferred colleges and courses.
- Arrange the choices according to preference.
- Review the submitted choices carefully.
- Lock the choices within the specified deadline.
- Save the confirmation for future reference.
</ol><h3>Why Choice Filling Matters</h3>The order in which candidates arrange their preferences is an important part of the counselling process. Candidates should therefore review the available options carefully and make their preference list based on their individual requirements and eligibility.
Candidates are advised to rely on the **official WBMCC counselling notifications** for the latest schedule, instructions and any subsequent changes.
*WBJEEB has opened JENPAS UG counselling 2026 round 2 registration and choice filling at *[*wbjeeb.nic.in*](http://wbjeeb.nic.in)*, with today, August 19, as the last date. Candidates must log in, fill choices, upload documents, and pay fees. Round 2 seat allotment results will be declared on August 21, 2026.*
The **West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) **has started accepting registrations for JENPAS UG counselling 2026 round 2. Candidates seeking admission through the Joint Entrance Nursing, Paramedical, and Allied Sciences examination can complete their registration and choice filling at the official website, [wbjeeb.nic.in](http://wbjeeb.nic.in).
Today, **August 19, 2026**, is the last date for candidates to complete JENPAS UG round 2 counselling registration and choice filling. Based on the preferences submitted, WBJEEB will release the round 2 seat allotment result on August 21, 2026.
**How to Complete JENPAS UG Round 2 Counselling Registration & Choice Filling**
**Candidates can follow these steps to register and fill choices for JENPAS UG counselling round 2:**
- Visit the official website, [wbjeeb.nic.in/jenpas-ug/](http://wbjeeb.nic.in/jenpas-ug/)
- Click on the "Round 2 Registration & Choice Filling" link for JENPAS UG
- On the new page, complete the registration process
- Fill out the application form with required details
- Upload the necessary documents
- Pay the registration fee
- Submit and save the form for future reference
Candidates are advised to complete the process well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues on the portal. Those who miss the registration window may not be considered for round 2 seat allotment.
Once the seat allotment result is declared on August 21, allotted candidates will need to proceed with document verification and admission formalities within the timeline specified by **WBJEEB**. Candidates are encouraged to keep checking the official website for further updates on subsequent counselling rounds, reporting schedules, and any changes to the admission process.
For accurate and updated information, candidates should rely only on the official WBJEEB website.
*The ****Medical Counselling Committee (MCC)**** has extended the ****NEET UG Counselling 2026 ****Round 1 choice-filling and choice-locking deadline. Candidates can now submit and lock their preferred colleges and courses until ****August 18, 2026, at 11:59 PM****. The revised schedule was issued by MCC on August 13, 2026. The Round 1 seat allotment result is scheduled to be announced on ****August 19, 2026****, followed by institute reporting from August 20 to 25. Candidates must carefully arrange their preferences according to the available seat matrix, admission chances, college preferences and previous cutoff trends. Once choices are locked, they cannot be modified.*
The **Medical Counselling Committee (MCC)** has revised the schedule for **NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 1**, giving candidates additional time to complete their choice-filling and locking process.
As per the revised schedule, candidates can fill and lock their preferred colleges and courses until **August 18, 2026, 11:59 PM**. Choice locking is available from August 17 to August 18.
Candidates should log in to the official MCC counselling portal and arrange their choices in the order of preference. There is **no fixed limit on the number of choices** that can be entered. However, aspirants should include choices only after checking the MCC seat matrix, previous cutoff trends, course availability and their own preferences.
<h3>How to Fill Choices</h3>Candidates need to visit the MCC website, log in using their NEET credentials and select the **Choice Filling** option. Available colleges and courses can then be added to the choice list. Candidates can move choices up or down, delete them or swap their positions before final submission.
<h3>How to Lock Choices</h3>After finalizing the preference order, candidates must select **“Choice Lock”** and confirm the submission by entering their password. They should download or print the locked-choice confirmation for future reference. Once locked, choices **cannot be unlocked or modified**.
<h3>What Happens Next?</h3>The **MCC NEET UG Round 1 seat allotment result is scheduled for August 19, 2026**. Candidates allotted seats will have to report to their respective institutes between **August 20 and 25**, while institute-level data verification is scheduled for August 26.
Aspirants should therefore complete the choice-filling and locking process before the deadline and carefully verify their preference order before submitting it.
NEET UG 2027 is expected to be held on May 2, 2027, in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode. Following the 2026 paper leak controversy, authorities are considering key changes including increased exam duration, age limit caps, and restrictions on the number of attempts for candidates.
MCC has launched NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 1 for 15% AIQ MBBS/BDS seats, with registration, fee payment, and choice locking underway. States including Bihar, UP, Karnataka, and Maharashtra have released seat matrices and counselling schedules, with the remaining 85% seats to be filled via state-wise processes for 2026-27 admissions.
*The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) has commenced the ****JENPAS UG 2026 Round 1 counselling process**** by releasing the official counselling schedule. Qualified candidates can now register, pay the counselling fee, and fill in their preferred choices from ****6 August to 10 August 2026****. The ****Round 1 seat allotment result**** will be declared on ****12 August 2026****, followed by seat acceptance and institute reporting from ****12 August to 16 August 2026****. Candidates holding a valid ****JENPAS UG 2026 Rank Card**** are eligible to participate. Timely registration and careful choice filling are crucial for securing admission to preferred nursing and paramedical institutes.*
MCC has opened NEET UG 2026 Round 1 counselling registration for MBBS, BDS and BSc Nursing seats under 15% AIQ, AIIMS, JIPMER, Central Universities, ESIC, AFMC and Deemed Universities. Candidates can register at [mcc.nic.in](http://mcc.nic.in) before completing fee payment, choice filling and locking.
*The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has released the official ****NEET UG Counselling 2026 schedule**** for admissions under the ****15% All India Quota (AIQ), Deemed Universities, and Central Universities****. The counselling process will begin in ****August 2026**** and will continue through multiple rounds, including Round 1, Round 2, Round 3, and the Stray Vacancy Round. Candidates seeking admission through state quota seats must also follow the counselling schedule announced by their respective state authorities.*
MCC has introduced major reforms for NEET UG 2026 counselling, eliminating physical reporting for seat upgradation and making seat resignation fully online. NRI quota candidates in deemed universities can now upload documents digitally. These changes, notified to state authorities including KEA, aim to simplify admissions for MBBS and BDS aspirants nationwide.
*The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) has officially declared the ****WB ANM(R) & GNM Result 2026****. Candidates can now download their ****Rank Card****, while the ****Final Answer Key**** has also been released. With the results now available, aspirants should verify their rank and begin preparing the required documents for the upcoming admission process.*
*The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) has announced the ****WBJEE 2026 Round 3 seat allotment result**** for engineering, technology, architecture, and pharmacy admissions. Candidates can check their allotment status by logging into the official counselling portal using their credentials. Those allotted a seat must complete the admission formalities, including fee payment and reporting to the allotted institute, within the stipulated deadline. Round 3 is the final regular counselling round, and eligible candidates may subsequently participate in the mop-up round, if conducted by WBJEEB.*
*The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) declared the ****JENPAS UG 2026**** results on ****July 25, 2026****, marking the beginning of the admission process for candidates seeking undergraduate nursing, paramedical, and allied health science courses in West Bengal. Candidates can now download their rank cards from the official WBJEEB portal using their login credentials.*
*With the results announced, aspirants should prepare for the upcoming counselling process by verifying their rank cards, keeping essential documents ready, and regularly tracking counselling notifications, seat allotment schedules, and admission deadlines. Timely participation in each stage is crucial to securing a preferred college and course.*
MBA admission 2026 is underway at several private universities, with Tier 2 and Tier 3 colleges still accepting applications. Tier 1 institutes have concluded admissions and are preparing for the 2027 batch. Aspirants targeting 2027 must track CAT, XAT, MAT, ATMA, SNAP, NMAT and CMAT dates, as a valid entrance score is mandatory for MBA admission.
The National Medical Commission has released the MBBS seat matrix for 2026-27, confirming 1,36,939 seats across 823 colleges. Karnataka leads with 15,395 seats, followed by Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Maharashtra, as per [nmc.org.in](http://nmc.org.in).
*The ****Medical Counselling Committee (MCC)**** will release the ****NEET UG 2026 AIIMS MBBS cutoff**** after the counselling process begins. Unlike the qualifying cutoff announced by the ****National Testing Agency (NTA)**** with the NEET UG 2026 results, the AIIMS cutoff will be published separately in the form of ****opening and closing ranks**** for every counselling round and category.*
*The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Undergraduate courses (NEET UG) will be conducted entirely in ****Computer-Based Test (CBT)**** mode from ****2027****, Union Education Minister ****Dharmendra Pradhan**** has announced. The decision marks a significant shift from the existing pen-and-paper (OMR) format and is aimed at making the examination process more secure, transparent, and technology-driven.*
NTA has released NEET 2026 qualifying cutoffs category-wise. UR/EWS candidates need 715-213 marks (50th percentile), while OBC, SC, ST require 212-177 marks (40th-50th percentile). Total 1,121,185 candidates qualified. Cutoffs rose compared to last year, intensifying competition for government medical college admissions.
*The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) is yet to announce the official schedule for NEET UG 2026 counselling. However, qualified candidates can begin preparing by understanding the counselling process, eligibility criteria, registration steps, and the documents required. MCC counselling will cover admissions under the 15% All India Quota (AIQ), AIIMS, JIPMER, Central and Deemed Universities, ESIC, AFMS (subject to eligibility), and *[*B.Sc*](http://B.Sc)*. Nursing seats, while the remaining 85% State Quota seats will be filled through respective state counselling authorities.*
WBJEEB will close WBJEE 2026 Round 2 counselling registration and choice filling today, July 17. Candidates can register at [wbjeeb.nic.in/wbjee](http://wbjeeb.nic.in/wbjee), pay the counselling fee, and lock their course and college preferences. Seat allotment result is scheduled for July 21.
*The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially declared the Re-NEET UG 2026 Result on July 16, 2026, for candidates who appeared in the re-examination conducted on June 21, 2026. Along with the results, the agency has released the Top 10 All India Rank (AIR) holders, final answer key, scorecards, and examination statistics. This year, 11.21 lakh candidates qualified, with Aryan Gupta securing AIR 1 and Panshul Bansal securing AIR 2. Qualified candidates can now download their scorecards and prepare for the upcoming NEET UG 2026 counselling process.*
Re-NEET UG 2026 Result Declared: 11.21 Lakh Candidates Qualify; Check Top 10 Toppers, Scorecard & Counselling Details
The **National Testing Agency (NTA)** has announced the **Re-NEET UG 2026 Result** on **July 16, 2026**, bringing relief to lakhs of medical aspirants who appeared for the re-examination held on **June 21, 2026**. Candidates can now access their scorecards through the official NEET portal by logging in with their application number and password.
Along with the result, NTA has also published the **final answer key, merit list, topper list, and detailed examination statistics**. The declaration of results marks the beginning of the admission process for MBBS, BDS, AYUSH, [B.Sc](http://B.Sc). Nursing, BVSc & AH, and other undergraduate medical courses across India.
**Re-NEET UG 2026: Key Highlights**
- **Exam Name:** Re-NEET UG 2026
- **Conducting Authority:** National Testing Agency (NTA)
- **Re-Exam Date:** June 21, 2026
- **Result Date:** July 16, 2026
- **Result Mode:** Online
- **Official Website:** [neet.nta.nic.in](http://neet.nta.nic.in)
- **Courses Covered:** MBBS, BDS, AYUSH, [B.Sc](http://B.Sc). Nursing, BVSc & AH and other undergraduate medical programs.
**Re-NEET UG 2026 Statistics**
The official statistics released by the NTA reveal the scale and competitiveness of this year's examination.
- **Qualified Candidates:** 11.21 lakh
- **Overall Qualification Rate:** Approximately 58%
- **Women Qualified:** More than 58% of the successful candidates are female.
- **Candidates Scoring Above 690 Marks:** 138
- **Highest Score:** 715 out of 720
- **Candidates Appeared:** Nearly 20 lakh.
NEET UG 2026 Top 10 Toppers
The NTA has released the names of the **Top 10 All India Rank (AIR) holders** for Re-NEET UG 2026.
| **All India Rank** | **Candidate Name** |
| --- | --- |
| AIR 1 | Aryan Gupta |
| AIR 2 | Panshul Bansal |
| AIR 3 | Uplakshya Goyal |
| AIR 4 | Ayush Bhalotia |
| AIR 5 | Kudale Shravani Krishna |
| AIR 6 | Riya Ranjan |
| AIR 7 | Aryan Dubey |
| AIR 8 | Geetansh Sarin |
| AIR 9 | Gaurav Singh |
| AIR 10 | Mohanish Maruti Bhosale |
This year, **Aryan Gupta** and **Panshul Bansal** emerged as the top performers by securing **715 marks out of 720**, making them the highest scorers in the examination. The merit list also highlights the exceptional performances of candidates from across the country.
**How to Check the Re-NEET UG 2026 Result**
Candidates can download their scorecards by following these simple steps:
- Visit the official NEET website.
- Click on the **NEET UG 2026 Result** link.
- Enter your **Application Number**, **Password**, and **Security Pin**.
- Submit the details.
- Download and save the scorecard for future reference.
**Details Mentioned on the Scorecard**
**The downloaded scorecard will include:**
- Candidate's Name
- Roll Number
- Application Number
- Subject-wise Marks
- Total Score
- Percentile
- All India Rank (AIR)
- Category Rank
- Qualifying Status
- Category
- Other examination details.
**Final Answer Key Released**
Alongside the declaration of the results, the National Testing Agency has also released the **Final Answer Key** for Re-NEET UG 2026. The final scores have been calculated based on this revised answer key after considering the objections raised by candidates during the answer key challenge window.
**What's Next After the Result?**
Candidates who have qualified the examination can now participate in the **NEET UG 2026 counselling process**.
The counselling will include:
- **15% All India Quota (AIQ) Counselling** conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC).
- **85% State Quota Counselling** conducted by respective state counselling authorities.
Admissions will be offered to undergraduate medical and allied health programmes, including:
- MBBS
- BDS
- BAMS
- BHMS
- BUMS
- BSMS
- [B.Sc](http://B.Sc). Nursing
- BVSc & AH
- Other allied medical courses.
With the announcement of the **Re-NEET UG 2026 Result**, the focus now shifts to the counselling and admission process. Candidates are advised to carefully verify their scorecards, keep all required documents ready, and regularly check the official counselling notifications issued by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) and respective state authorities. As competition for medical seats remains intense, timely registration and informed college selection will play a crucial role in securing admission to the desired institution.
NTA has extended the last date for NEET UG 2026 fee refund bank account verification to July 31, 2026, from the earlier July 14 deadline, giving candidates more time to update their bank details on [neet.nta.nic.in](http://neet.nta.nic.in).
*The Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) 2027 registration process has officially begun from ****July 15, 2026****. Conducted by ****XLRI – Xavier School of Management****, XAT is one of India's premier MBA entrance examinations and is accepted by ****250+ B-schools**** across the country. Eligible candidates can now submit their applications through the official XAT portal, *[***xatonline.in***](http://xatonline.in)*, until ****December 6, 2026****. Along with the registration schedule, XLRI has announced the exam date, admit card timeline, and the early release of test city intimation slips.*
JoSAA will declare the 2026 Round 4 seat allotment result on July 10, updating opening and closing ranks for IITs, NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs. Candidates can log in at [josaa.nic.in](http://josaa.nic.in) with their JEE Main application number and password to view their allotted seat and complete the required post-allotment steps.
*The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) has released the ****ANM(R) & GNM 2026 Model Answer Key**** for candidates who appeared in the entrance examination. Applicants can now download the provisional answer key and response sheet, estimate their scores, and raise objections online until ****11 July 2026 (11:59 PM)**** by paying the prescribed fee.*
***Synopsis: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has extended the deadline for NEET UG 2026 fee refund bank account verification to July 14, 2026****. Eligible candidates can now verify, update, or correct their bank details through the official NEET UG portal to ensure timely processing of their fee refund. Candidates are advised to complete the verification well before the deadline to avoid delays.*
WBJEEB has released WBJEE 2026 Round 1 seat allotment results at [wbjeeb.nic.in/wbjee](http://wbjeeb.nic.in/wbjee). Allotment is based on rank, preferences and seat availability. Candidates must confirm admission and pay the seat acceptance fee by July 11. Round 1 cutoff is expected soon.
NTA will release Re NEET UG 2026 results by July 20, with over 20 lakh candidates awaiting scores. The result PDF will include cutoffs, category-wise data, and state statistics. Here's how to check your result and download your scorecard.
***JoSAA has announced the Round 3 seat allotment results for the 2026 engineering admission process. Candidates who participated in the counselling can now check their allotment status on the official JoSAA portal. The counselling process facilitates admissions to 23 IITs, 31 NITs, 26 IIITs, and 47+ Government Funded Technical Institutes (GFTIs) across the country***
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