Students of the 2019–20 academic session from the Department of Al-Fiqh and Law at Islamic University have launched protests over delayed exams and results.

On Sunday, students began a sit-in in front of the department at noon, later locking its gates at 1:00 p.m. Their three demands are:

Publication of the first-semester results of the fourth year by Monday.

Completion of the second-semester exams by the end of August.

Release of the second-semester results by September 15.

While most of the university’s 36 departments have completed the honours program for the 2019–20 batch, this department has yet to publish the fourth-year first-semester results. The second-semester exams, originally scheduled for June 28, have also been postponed.

The department chair said an emergency meeting has been called to address the issue.

The results of the 2025 SSC and equivalent exam recheck process have been published simultaneously at 10:00 AM across all nine general education boards, as well as Madrasa and Technical boards. This year saw a notable rise in applications—92,863 students requested rechecking of 223,664 scripts, an increase of about 21,000 applicants and 40,000 scripts compared to last year. According to the latest figures, 606,660 students failed in the SSC and equivalent exams this year, including 324,716 boys and 275,944 girls.

The results of the 2025 SSC and equivalent examinations’ recheck process will be published today at 10:00 AM. Students under the country’s nine general education boards, as well as the Madrasa and Technical Education Boards, can check their results using their roll numbers on their respective websites. According to Dhaka Board Exam Controller Professor S.M. Kamal Uddin, applications for rechecking were accepted from July 11 to July 17 via Teletalk mobile service. A record 92,863 students applied to recheck a total of 223,664 exam scripts, with mathematics being the most challenged subject—42,936 scripts. The recheck process does not involve re-evaluating answers but verifies whether marks were correctly added, if any question was left unmarked, and if OMR sheet entries were accurate.

The special final admission process for GST cluster universities for the 2024-25 academic year will take place on August 9 and 10. Candidates must pay the initial admission fee between August 8 (12:00 PM) and August 9 (11:59 PM). Original documents submission and final admission must be completed on August 10, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. All procedures, including university-specific fees, must be followed for admission completion. No further admission opportunities will be available afterward.

The education system is undergoing a rapid transformation driven by technology. Tools like AI, digital classrooms, and smart learning software are making education more personalized, flexible, and accessible. Students can now learn at their own pace, get instant feedback, and explore lessons through interactive formats. Online schooling, homeschooling platforms, and AI-based assessments are reshaping traditional learning. These innovations also help teachers with evaluations and content creation. Experts believe future education will be more learner-centered, tech-driven, and universally accessible.

The Ministry of Primary and Mass Education clarified that the “Government Primary School Scholarship Exam” will remain exclusive to students of public schools, to help children from low-income families continue their education through financial support.

Responding to criticism from the Bangladesh Kindergarten Association, the Ministry noted that the majority of public school students come from underprivileged backgrounds, while kindergarten students often hail from more affluent families.

"This program is designed to reduce inequality, not to discriminate," the statement said. The ministry reaffirmed its commitment to promoting inclusive education by targeting those in genuine need of state support.

Switzerland’s unique Vocational Education and Training (VET) system starts at age 15, combining practical work experience with classroom learning. Nearly two-thirds of students choose vocational paths over university, gaining paid apprenticeships in over 250 recognized professions. This dual system ensures students develop relevant skills aligned with labor market needs, contributing to Switzerland’s low youth unemployment. The flexible structure also allows career shifts without bureaucratic hurdles, making it a model for producing a competitive, skilled workforce that drives the country’s strong economy.

Despite its legacy as the “Oxford of the East,” Dhaka University is facing a serious decline in academic quality, research output, and teacher-student engagement. Political interference, unmeritocratic faculty recruitment, and administrative neglect have weakened its core functions. While infrastructure projects have expanded, efforts to improve education and research remain minimal. Experts argue that without prioritizing teacher training, updated curricula, and research integrity, sustainable development is impossible. Dhaka University’s future depends on restoring academic excellence over politicized development.

The admission process for Class XI (equivalent to Grade 11) in all public and private colleges across Bangladesh begins today for the 2025–26 academic year and will continue until August 11.

Applications must be submitted online. As in previous years, admissions will be based solely on SSC (or equivalent) exam results—no entrance tests will be held. The application fee is set at BDT 220. Depending on the institution, the total cost of admission may range from BDT 1,500 to BDT 8,500.

Students cannot transfer between colleges or receive clearance certificates without approval from the education board. The entire admission process—including application, merit list publication, enrollment, and class commencement—must be completed within 45 working days after the SSC results are released.

The Bangladesh Technical Education Board (BTEB) will start admissions for the 2025-26 academic year on July 30. Candidates can apply online for four-year diploma courses in Engineering, Textile, Agriculture, Fisheries, and two-year vocational courses including BMT and Commerce. Admission at institutions runs until September 14. Students must confirm admission by submitting required documents within seven working days. ‘O’ Level students must submit equivalency certificates before applying. No blank form admissions will be accepted.

The Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) and equivalent exams scheduled for July 22 and 24—postponed due to the Uttara plane crash—will now be held on the same day. Adviser C.R. Abrar said the July 22 exam will take place in the morning and the July 24 exam in the afternoon. However, the revised date has not yet been finalized. The exams affected include second papers of Chemistry, Islamic History, History, Home Management, and Marketing (July 22), and first papers of Economics and Engineering Drawing (July 24).

All HSC and equivalent examinations scheduled for Tuesday, July 22, have been postponed following the tragic crash of a Bangladesh Air Force training aircraft into Milestone School in Uttara. The decision was confirmed by Information Advisor Mahfuz Alam and Youth Advisor Asif Mahmud via Facebook. The postponement was made under the directive of the Education Advisor. Today’s exams were scheduled to include Chemistry, History, Islamic History, and Production Management.

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami organized a protest march and rally in Chattogram on July 17, condemning recent attacks, arson, and unrest in Gopalganj. Starting from the north gate of Anderkilla Shahi Jame Mosque, the procession moved through major city streets before concluding at a rally in front of the Press Club. Addressing the gathering, acting city Ameer Muhammad Nazrul Islam described the 2024 July Uprising as a public rebellion against fascism, symbolized by martyrs like Abu Saeed. He accused authorities of attempting to destabilize the situation by orchestrating attacks in Tungipara on the anniversary of the uprising. Nazrul also referenced the country’s liberation war, national unity, and the historical context of political oppression in his speech.

The admission circular for the 2024–25 academic year at Dhaka’s seven government colleges will be published by July 20, with online applications starting soon after. Admission tests are expected in late August or early September. For the first time, the process will be conducted under the newly proposed Dhaka Central University. Students who passed HSC in 2023 will be eligible as second-time candidates, though this option may be discontinued next year. Traditional exam methods will be used, with BUET possibly providing technical support.

Anamika Debnath, a student of Feni Girls’ Cadet College, has emerged as the top performer in the recently published SSC results under the Cumilla Education Board, scoring an impressive 1,264 out of 1,300 marks.

Although the Cumilla Board did not officially rank students by position, examinees have been calculating and sharing their scores on social media, through which Anamika's achievement gained attention. She excelled in the science stream, earning top marks in subjects such as Bangla, English, Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry.

Anamika’s mother shared that her daughter has been academically driven from a young age, and credited the teachers and structured environment of Feni Girls’ Cadet College for her outstanding results.