There is no shortage of seats in class XI, assurance given to the Education Secretary Ranchi News – Times of India

RANCHI: Even though many more students have appeared for the class X examinations of various boards this year as compared to other years, the officials are confident that those who want to pursue further studies will get admission in some or the other institute.
Notably, 4,15,924 out of 4,33,571 students, who appeared in the Class X examination conducted by the board. Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC) passed the exam this year. This year the pass percentage was 95.92%, which was better than last year’s 20.85%.
While better results have made it difficult for many students to get into the institutions of their choice, Education The department claimed that no student would be denied the opportunity to pursue higher education.
Education Secretary Rajesh Sharma said, “We have a flexible approach when it comes to taking admission in our schools. The number of seats can be increased if needed.
He said that the education department is also planning to launch a special drive to enroll students. class XI To prevent drop-out.
A JAC source said that currently, there were around 5.25 lakh seats available for class XI students in plus-two schools and colleges affiliated to JAC.
Experts said the situation was no different for students of CBSE schools. Around 70,000 students in the state passed the Class X examinations under CBSE, with a significant proportion exceeding 90%. Jawahar Vidya Mandir-Shyamali principal Samarjit Jana said, “There is no dearth of seats for students in class XI. However, many students may not find the subject of their choice. ”
Notably, there are 112 secondary schools affiliated with the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE), but the number drops to 50 after that. Talking about the limited number of seats in the Higher Secondary Section, the Regional Coordinator CISCEChristopher Francis said, “After class X, many of our students shift to CBSE affiliated schools. In addition, a significant number move out of state. I cannot say that in aiming to take admission in the state. How will things be for our students?
This year around 13,640 students from CISCE affiliated schools passed class X.

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