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The Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University is launching a four-year BMS course for 2026 - 27. Only 60 students will be admitted each year through the indian Institute of packaging. The programme expands undergraduate options with a clear focus on management education. Admissions rely on the university's CET, which evaluates core competencies.

Students must take the university's Common Entrance Test to qualify. Their CUET UG results are reviewed alongside test performance. The selection process balances both entrance exam outcomes and academic background. Admission criteria remain transparent and consistent across applicants. Final placement depends on combined CET and CUET scores. IPU has maintained a dual admission pathway, where seats unfilled through CET will be allocated based on CUET merit. To be eligible, candidates must have passed Class 12 with at least 50% marks and English as a subject.

The BMS programme launch is against the background of increasing demand for management education at the bachelor's degree level, with multiple universities across the country already running these types of programs. The decision of IPU indicates an intent to sync academic offerings with industry trends and student choices.

The university had ushered in its admissions process for the 202627 academic session on January 28 by publication of its undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD programmes. The university with more than 43,000 seats in 130+ affiliated colleges and

schools IPU remains one of the biggest state universities of the country. Alongside BMS, IPU got 24 more courses this year which show that the university is definitely growing in academic terms. Introduction of such programs as MTech in Robotics and Artificial Intelligence, BTech in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, and MA in Mass Communication (Weekend Programme) clearly indicate a move towards meeting the current industry standards. Besides, others developments at IPU have included the expansion of academic disciplines for example clinical psychology, industrial chemistry, physiotherapy as well as teacher education.

Such growth accentuates the emphasis of IPU on education that equips students for the future combining aspects of technology, healthcare, and management to fulfill the changing needs of the market. By introducing modern courses and providing various admission methods, the university intends not only to draw a wide range of students but also to bolster its academic offerings.

Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee has started the registration for the first time Common Offer Acceptance Portal (COAP) 2026, which is a single window platform for MTech admissions and PSU recruitments through GATE. Interested and eligible candidates may register online.

In order to apply for an offer, candidates must have a valid GATE score of the year 2024 or 2025 or 2026 and must be Indian nationals. Those who have more than one GATE scorecard have to use the best one (highest score or best rank) for the registration.

The COAP 2026 admissions will entail multiple sessions for colleges and PSUs to offer admissions and recruitments. Round 1 will be open for admitting purposes only from May 11 to May 13, 2026. The last round, Round 10, will be almost month-long from June 8 2026 to July 10, 2026. Candidates will be viewing offers and making decisions on offers in these rounds.

The portal features top institutions of the country that include Indian Institute of Science and leading IITs, e.g. Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, Indian Institute of Technology Delhi, and Indian Institute of Technology Madras, etc.

Prospective candidates can open the official website, click on the registration link, fill in the GATE registration number, along with email ID and mobile number, create login credentials, and finally fill out the application form. Once submitted, candidates should download and keep a copy of the confirmation page for future reference.

One should keep in mind that COAP is meant only as a platform for viewing and accepting offers. In order to be eligible for admission or recruitment, candidates have to submit applications to each of the participating institutes or PSU separately. Applicants are advised to keep an eye on the official website for COAP 2026-related updates and announcements.

Accelerated global energy transition is presenting the solar sector as the one with the highest potential for exponential growth - which in turn is influencing the career decisions of engineering and management students alike. Climate change along with energy security have become major topics of concern and thus solar energy education has shifted from being a mere niche specialisation to a strategic career path that is future-ready.

Solar usage is soaring globally due to a combination of factors such as technological advancement leading to cost reduction, government subsidies, and corporate environmental responsibility. These changes have resulted in the soaring of demand for skilled persons in solar systems, batteries and network power flow. Engineering students are attending elective courses in photovoltaic technology, energy storage, and grid connection-methods in order to become proficient in planning and construction of large-scale solar installations.

Management students are uncovering new opportunities through exposure to renewable energy finance, policy making, and project management. As companies in the solar sector expand, there will be a growing need for professionals who can integrate technical work with business strategies.

One of the reasons for the popularity of solar energy education programs is because they integrate multiple disciplines. On the one hand, engineering students are taught how to create system designs, enhance efficiency, and use environmentally-friendly materials. On the other hand, management students are educated on energy related legislation, methods of financing, and the analysis of market trends. All these make them capable of serving energy companies, the consultancy sector, and government agencies.

The industry's importance is clear because it helps solve real-world problems. As nations reduce fossil fuel use, solar workers help cut carbon pollution and create lasting infrastructure. This connection to environmental progress gives students a strong reason to stay involved - making the path both career-oriented and socially meaningful.

Innovation is another major driver. The sector offers a wide range of research and development opportunities - from next-generation solar panels to smart grid technologies. Students can participate in very advanced work, which can lead to the future of clean energy.

Another reason to choose solar energy education is career flexibility. You could work for established companies or set up your own business based on solar solutions for urban and rural areas. Since renewable energy targets are being adopted globally by governments, the opportunities in policy and infrastructure are also expanding.

As the clean energy economy continues to build, solar energy education is establishing itself as a future-proof career option providing not only stability and growth but also the chance to be part of a global sustainability movement.

The Indian students intending to pursue a dual degree can initiate a Bachelor of Technology program at MIT in India from August 2026 and later transfer to Monash University, Australia for the last two years, thereby obtaining degrees from both the institutions. Areas of engineering to be focused on:

Transfer Policy & Credits: 60 transfer spots per year are available, and the coursework done at MIT can be credited towards the Monash degree. Monash University and the Manipal Institute of Technology (a constituent institution of the Manipal Academy of Higher Education) have revealed a new dual degree collaboration which offers pathways for Indian students to pursue software engineering or chemical engineering studies in Australia.

Bachelor of Technology students eligible for the program at Manipal Institute of Technology (MIT) will get a chance to start their education in India from August 2026 and then move to Monash University in Australia for their final two years. On completion, graduates will receive two degrees, one from MIT and one from Monash University.

Credit will be granted for the subjects they complete at MIT. There will be up to 60 places available to transfer to Monash per year.

For chemical engineering, students will undertake advanced study focused on the design and optimisation of industrial processes, including process control, reaction engineering, process design and particle technology. Students will also complete major design and project-based units supporting real-world engineering applications.

In software engineering, students will undertake units on designing secure and scalable digital systems and learn how to apply AI to modern software development. This includes software security, operating systems, cloud computing, and software engineering architecture and design, alongside emerging capabilities in AI-assisted engineering and the design of AI-enabled systems.

Delhi University is making a big push for its distance education programmes by planning to start two new degree courses - a BSc in Computer Science and a MBA in Healthcare - through its School of Open Learning for the academic session 2026-27.

The new degree programmes are subject to getting the formal nod from the university's Executive Council, DU's highest decision making authority. Some sources mentioned that the syllabi of both the courses are ready and will be submitted to the Council for approval in its next meeting.

Focus on Industry-Relevant Learning

Make the Healthcare Sector Your Classroom Among the several initiatives of SOL that aim to bridge the gap between industry and academia, one of the flagship programs is MBA in Healthcare. To practically acquaint the students with the evolving healthcare scenario in India, SOL and Indian Institute of Health and Family Welfare have partnered to offer internship opportunities to the students.

Through this effort, they seek to raise the employability level and sector skills of education through distance mode, which is one of the growing areas of concern.

On the other hand, the BSc in Computer Science is an initiative to meet the growing demand for widespread, easily accessible tech education, which is especially important at present when students are not able to pursue full-time, on-campus degrees.

Approval Process Underway

Other than attracting students, these programs must get approval from the Distance Education Board, which is likely to happen by April 2026. University will start the admission process only after this regulatory clearance.

Admission Timeline

The dates for admissions to School of Open Learning (SOL), University of Delhi (DU) are announced only after getting all the necessary approvals. Tentatively, if everything goes well, DU-SOL admissions for the academic session 2026-27 may be conducted from June to September 2026 as per its schedule for both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.

Broadening Reader Base through Distance Education

This development highlights Delhi University's commitment to enhancing students' learning experience by providing them with different channels to reach their educational goals through SOL, which has for a long time been one of the main routes for student access especially those who have other responsibilities besides studying. So far adding industry and healthcare area programmes via technology, the only skill-based education focus of the university is benefitting not only by demand forces of the market in education but also by aligning with the educational policies emphasizing skills.

India's hospitality sector revenues would grow 9, 12 pct in 2025, 26, helped by continued demand in all segments, the report said on Wednesday.

The Indian hospitality sector is expected to continue generating good operating results in FY26, with domestic leisure travel, MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) activity, weddings and strong corporate demand being the main factors, said rating agency Icra in a report.

However, the Icra report said the prospects for growth in the hospitality sector are still quite positive even in view of the high base of FY25.

Pan, India premium hotel occupancy is forecasted at 72, 74 pct in FY26, as against 71, 73 pct achieved during the first 11 months of this fiscal year.

Average Room Rates (ARRs) are expected to rise to Rs 8, 200, 8, 500 per night, from Rs 8, 000, 8, 200 in FY2025, supported by ongoing good demand conditions and strong pricing power.

Premium room stock in 12 main cities is projected to increase by only 5, 6 pct p.a. over FY25, FY26, lagging behind the estimated demand growth of 8, 9 pct.

The demand-supply imbalance is likely to persist over the next 2-3 years, supporting occupancy levels and rate growth.

According to the report, demand drivers have diversified materially and now span corporate travel, weddings and social events, MICE activities, concerts, sports events, religious tourism and leisure-led travel to tier II and III cities.

This diversification has reduced the sector's vulnerability to global and cyclical shocks, it added.

Hotel companies are increasingly adopting asset-light expansion models through management contracts and franchise arrangements, said the report.

These models generate fee-based income with lower capital intensity, improve return on capital employed and support stronger free cash flow generation, added the report.