Academic competition. Upon hearing this phrase, 9 out of 10 people have a string of numbers rolling in their heads. 95, 98, 99..and so on. The one thing in common about these numbers: they all range between 90 to 100. Such has been the scenario. 89 and people(you know who) start to believe a student has missed out on something. Well, reality cannot be farther away. I mean, I’m not saying that marks don’t carry any value. They surely do.  The more appropriate statement would be that they do not carry enough value. And I cannot stress this enough. The National Education Policy 2020, is a c ..read more

We live in an ERA of TRENDS Trends on Instagram, on Facebook, on Youtube, and even in career options. Food Blogging is among the Top 5 Instagram Trends Trending career options change almost every 2 years due to various factors such as: Technology Relevance Employment Growth Demography Let’s NOT FORGET the most important factor that has changed the trend of career options – COVID-19. Now, with COVID-19 along with the other factors, the trend in career options in India has shifted drastically.  6 years ago, we found some interesting facts to boggle your mind! Gen Z hired were being hired ..read more

You are the most important influence in your child’s life. And you are also an integral part of their career and higher education choices. But let’s tell you what you must not do for your child’s career journey and guidance – even though you mean well.  While you would only want the best for your child, it is also true that they are constantly under the influence of peers, teachers, and the humongous amount of information online. If you want to support your child and make a difference in their career journey, then there are a few things you must take care of. These are the 6 mistakes you ..read more

A premier institute with nearly three decades of excellence and an Institute of Eminence (MHRD, Govt. of India), VIT University is a name to reckon with. The university is synonymous with higher education on par with international standards and is known for its constant innovation.  Getting admission to VIT is nothing short of a proud moment for Indian students and the many aspiring international students as well! Background VIT was established in 1984 as a self-financing institution called the Vellore Engineering College, under the University Grants Commission (UGC) Act, 1956. The Union ..read more

40:30:30 In June 2021, the Central Board of Secondary Education announced a new marking scheme for the students of Class XII.  40% Pre-Board marks 30% Class XI final exams 30% Class X Board exams This new marking scheme proposed by the CBSE and submitted to the Supreme Court could be either a bane or a boon for the students of 12th grade.  There will be other options that can be considered by the students that can help them take the ‘usual’ route for their college admissions. But before we talk about the other options, let’s dig deeper and understand how the marking schem ..read more

Is there a global & world-class business & management program you know of that can actually enable students to study an industry immersive program, designed in collaboration with the top organisations in the world? Sounds incredible, doesn’t it! But such a degree program is closer than you think and is one that is bound to change student prospects in the 21st century. About Deakin University With over 45 years of experience, Deakin is at the top, among Australia’s leading tertiary education providers. The university has won numerous awards and is internationally renowned for its resea ..read more

Career Guidance, a phrase comprising 2 simple words, is as layered as a concept can get. Especially in a country like India – with a population of 1.3 billion people and 10 times the number of opinions! Ranging from our independence till the early 21st century, the concept of a successful academic career has been based on 2 things. Marks in exams Education or Law which then was overtaken by Medicine or Engineering We couldn’t be more literal with the definition. Additionally, the absence of experts who could guide students created a funnel for students to go through while the parents watche ..read more

“Yes, Sir. We’ll first screen your brother based on marks. After that, he’ll need to pass the interview to secure admission at our college.” The above is an excerpt from my conversation with the admission cell of a college. As you can infer, I was inquiring about the admission of my brother for class 11. When I heard the word ‘interview’, I was surprised and relieved at the same time. Surprised because the college is in a tier 2 city, yet the admission board is so clear on what they expect from their applicants. The same was the situation when I called the other 11 colleges on my list from al ..read more

“You are more than your marks”- The best colleges in the world today.There’s a strong reason why the best colleges around the world are restructuring their admission processes around this very thought. In the early 2000s, scoring an 80+ in your boards would make you a celebrity around the local household. And with a score of 90+ news channels came to your house asking you about your preparation methods.  And not to forget a spot on the front page of the local newspapers reading, “Middle-Class Student Makes the State Proud”. Gradually, the status quo built around just a 90+ score in the ..read more

Nothing is of more importance for the public weal, than to form and train up youth in wisdom and virtue. — Benjamin Franklin Character can be defined as the mental and moral qualities distinctive to an individual. Before anything else, what does education constitute in layman terms? You must have guessed world-class academic coaching with some extra-curricular activities that could assist the former. It’s a bummer that we take character education which is ideally meant to be on top of our priority list for granted.  Even now, if you’re questioning the importance of character education, w ..read more