News from the world of Education: June 3, 2026
The article highlights various educational initiatives and opportunities available in India. It includes information on awards, fellowships, admissions, and scholarships across multiple institutions. Key deadlines for applications and eligibility criteria are also provided for prospective students and educators.
- ▪Shikshagraha Awards are open for nominations to recognize educators and community leaders impacting public education, with a deadline of July 31.
- ▪Sightsavers India is inviting applications for its 2026 Fellowship Programme for Indian nationals in Ophthalmology, with a deadline of July 20.
- ▪CMR University is accepting applications for its B.Com programmes for the 2026-27 intake, requiring a pass in Class 12 from a recognized board.
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Shikshagraha AwardsShikshagraha invites nominations for the third edition of the Shikshagraha Awards, instituted by The Shibulal Family Philanthropic Initiatives, to recognise educators, community leaders, and grassroots changemakers who are reshaping public education from within. Eligibility: Individuals working in schools or governmental or institutional frameworks, and grassroots leaders making an impact in under-served communities.Deadline: July 31For more details, visit shikshagraha.org/awardsSightsavers FellowshipSightsavers India invites applications for the 2026 cohort of its 18-month India Fellowship Programme. Selected fellows will receive a monthly stipend along with benefits including completion incentives, mediclaim, accident insurance and professional indemnity insurance.
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