A daylong job fair jointly organized by the Chittagong University Central Students’ Union (ChakSU) and Excellence Bangladesh was held at Chittagong University on Monday. Around 5,000 students submitted their CVs to nearly 30 local and private organizations, including Meghna Group, Islami Bank, Ibn Sina, Pran, and City Bank. The event took place at the university’s Buddhijibi Chattar and Central Shaheed Minar premises, drawing participants from both the university and other institutions in Chittagong.

Organizers said the participating companies could offer around 500 full-time, part-time, and internship opportunities. Company representatives interacted directly with students, collecting CVs based on their qualifications and interests. Alongside the fair, a career summit for final-year and master’s students was held at the Faculty of Business Administration auditorium, focusing on job preparation, career planning, and professional skill development.

ChakSU officials reported positive feedback from students and noted that future editions may be expanded, despite this year’s one-day limit due to monsoon weather. Organizers expressed hope that such fairs will strengthen links between students and industries, easing their transition into professional life.

The Directorate of Secondary and Higher Education (DSHE) has issued an instruction for all educational institutions under its authority to submit creative materials including logos, reels, mascots, slogans, and theme songs for the upcoming Prime Minister’s Gold Cup National Football Competition 2026. The directive was announced through a press release from the DSHE’s Physical Education Division on Monday. Participants must send their submissions by July 28, 2026, via email to hpmgoldcup@gmail.com.

According to the notice, logos should be sent in PNG, JPG, or JPEG formats, while reels must be related to football activities of secondary and higher secondary students and shared through a link. Theme songs should be submitted in Word and PDF formats, and mascots and slogans must also be sent via email. Each submission must include a valid mobile number and contact address.

The directive further states that winners of the competition will receive awards from the Prime Minister. Those who have already submitted their entries do not need to resend them.

The Board of Administrators appointed by the President of Bangladesh has reported extensive irregularities and corruption involving the former trustee board of the European University of Bangladesh. The administrators, who took charge on July 7, 2026, released preliminary findings on Sunday, revealing financial discrepancies, asset misappropriation, and administrative misconduct. The report noted that the university’s educational activities had been severely disrupted due to internal conflicts and mismanagement.

According to the press release signed by coordinator Mohammad Tanvir Rahman, the administrators found that the previous board lacked proper registration with the RJSC and faced credible allegations of forgery. The investigation uncovered misuse of university assets, including a 9,000-square-foot floor in a Shyamoli building valued at Tk 30 crore and a ten-story building in Mirpur-2. The administrators also identified tax and VAT irregularities, unauthorized admissions, certificate trading, and favoritism in recruitment and promotions.

The Board of Administrators has invited the Anti-Corruption Commission, National Board of Revenue, BFIU, and CID to conduct independent investigations. They expressed confidence that with cooperation from students, teachers, and staff, the university’s academic environment could be restored and a new trustee board established.

Jagannath University has appointed Professor Dr. Shaoli Mahbub from the Department of Anthropology as the new dean of its Faculty of Social Science for a two-year term, effective July 20, 2026. The appointment was confirmed through an office order signed by Acting Registrar Professor Dr. Md. Sheikh Gias Uddin on Sunday, July 19.

The decision follows widespread student protests against the earlier appointment of Professor Dr. Md. Ainul Islam from the Department of Economics, whose selection sparked controversy due to allegations about his political role during the July 2024 mass uprising. Students argued that appointing a teacher accused of supporting “fascism” contradicted the spirit of that movement. Demonstrations on July 16 led to Ainul Islam leaving his office amid student blockades.

After three days of continuous protests, the university administration revoked the previous appointment and officially named Dr. Shaoli Mahbub as the new dean, ending the dispute within the faculty.

A delegation of Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) examinees submitted a memorandum to the chairman of the Chattogram Education Board, Professor Abdullah Al Mamun Chowdhury, on Sunday, July 19, 2026. They demanded the prompt resumption of the 2026 HSC examinations, which were suspended midway due to flooding, and called for a revised schedule that ensures reasonable gaps between subjects to allow adequate preparation time.

The students, representing Chattogram College, Government Haji Muhammad Mohsin College, Government City College, and Cantonment Public College, personally delivered the memorandum at the board office. They stated that a balanced schedule would help reduce mental stress and improve exam readiness. The board chairman accepted the memorandum and assured that the matter would be presented to higher authorities.

Professor Parvez Sajjad Chowdhury, the board’s controller of examinations, confirmed that the issue would be discussed with senior officials before announcing the next decision.

The publication of this year’s Secondary School Certificate (SSC) and equivalent examination results, initially scheduled for July 20, will not take place as planned. Education board officials confirmed that preparations remain incomplete due to disruptions surrounding the Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) examinations. The Inter-Education Board Coordination Committee expects to complete preparations between July 27 and 28, but no new date for result publication has been finalized.

Professor Syed Akhteruzzaman, chairman of the Dhaka Education Board and head of the coordination committee, stated that boards were instructed to prepare for a July 20 release but could not meet the deadline because of recent instability. The Ministry of Education has been informed of the situation. Earlier, Education Minister Ehchanul Haque Milan had announced that results would be published by July 20, and the ministry had directed boards to prepare accordingly.

According to the report, heavy rainfall and waterlogging disrupted HSC exam arrangements, diverting administrative focus. This year, 1,857,344 students registered for SSC and equivalent exams under 11 education boards, including general, madrasa, and technical streams.

Education Minister Dr. A N M Ehsanul Haque Milan inaugurated the academic activities of Naogaon University on Saturday at the Naogaon Sadar Upazila auditorium. He stated that no amount of trolling or false accusations could divert him or his ministry from their responsibilities. The minister also unveiled the nameplate of the university’s temporary campus at Barunkandi and emphasized that those spreading disorderly remarks to incite society would fail to influence the youth.

Dr. Milan explained that recent decisions, such as delaying an HSC exam in Cumilla due to waterlogging, were made with students’ welfare in mind. He urged responsible behavior on social media regarding rumors of question leaks and exam procedures. Highlighting the government’s increased education budget from Tk 870 billion to Tk 1.36 trillion, he said the goal is to allocate 5% of GDP to education. He also announced plans to hold SSC exams in January and HSC exams in March from 2027 to reduce session delays.

The minister added that Naogaon University began with 80 students and will soon move to its permanent campus, with plans to establish an international-standard School of Agriculture.

Education and Primary and Mass Education Minister Ehsanul Haque Milon announced that Bangladesh is being developed to become a global 'education hub'. He made the statement on Saturday while addressing the inauguration ceremony of Naogaon University’s academic activities as the chief guest. The minister said that while Bangladeshi students now go abroad for higher studies, the government wants to transform local universities into centers of excellence that will attract foreign students.

Milon emphasized that Bangladeshi students are highly talented and have earned recognition abroad. He noted that the country’s large human resource base presents immense potential for national development, which can be realized by building a skilled workforce. He also mentioned that universities should consider regional needs when introducing new programs. Given Naogaon’s agricultural output, he suggested that subjects like food technology could be added in the future.

The event was chaired by Naogaon University Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. Moha: Hasanat Ali and attended by several senior officials, including the UGC chairman, vice-chancellors of other universities, and local government representatives.

The Skill Institute of Technology (Skill-IT) was inaugurated in Bagerhat on Saturday with the aim of developing skilled human resources and equipping young people with modern technology and job-oriented education. The inauguration ceremony was attended by Deputy Speaker of the National Parliament Barrister Kaiser Kamal as the chief guest. Barrister Sheikh Md. Zakir Hossain, Administrator of the District Council, was present as a special guest, and former secretary Dr. Md. Faridul Islam presided over the event.

Among others, former student leader CPO Rafiqul Islam Jaglu and acting principal of Government P.C. College Jahangir Ali were present along with local dignitaries. In his speech, Barrister Kaiser Kamal praised the charitable activities of the Latif Master Foundation and expressed confidence that the institution would gain national and international recognition. He also said such initiatives would help realize the vision of a self-reliant Bangladesh.

The event concluded with prayers seeking the overall success of the institution, attended by people from various professions, students, parents, and social and political figures.

In Rajshahi, the scholarship results for 238 students from 11 schools have gone missing, sparking widespread concern among teachers, parents, and students. The incident occurred at the Rajshahi Upashahar Model Government Primary School examination center, where none of the students appeared on the list of scholarship recipients published on July 12, 2026. Following the discovery, teachers, students, and guardians held a human chain protest and submitted a memorandum demanding a re-evaluation, impartial investigation, and corrected results within five working days.

Officials acknowledged the irregularity but said the cause remains unclear. The Boalia Thana Education Officer explained that answer scripts were sent to the district treasury and then to external examiners, suggesting that the issue could have occurred at any stage. The District Primary Education Officer noted that a technical error in the OMR-based result preparation might be responsible. The incident has raised serious questions about the reliability of the entire evaluation system.

Parents and teachers fear the episode has deeply affected students’ confidence, as many now doubt their own abilities despite the uncertainty surrounding their actual results.

Widespread dissatisfaction has emerged among students and parents regarding the quality of classroom teaching in most public and private schools across Bangladesh, including the capital. Many teachers are accused of irregular attendance and superficial teaching focused only on completing syllabuses. As a result, students increasingly depend on private tutoring and coaching centers, raising family expenses and causing physical and mental strain. Despite a policy introduced in 2012 to curb teachers’ involvement in coaching, its implementation remains largely absent.

In response, the current government has launched several initiatives to improve education quality, including an online class monitoring system under the Directorate of Secondary and Higher Education (DSHE). However, education stakeholders argue that without stronger field-level supervision and effective laws against coaching businesses, online monitoring alone will not yield results. Experts also cite teacher shortages, weak infrastructure, and low budgets as key factors behind declining standards.

Government officials have announced plans to enhance teacher training, increase remuneration, and revise curricula to promote joyful learning. Authorities emphasize that these reforms are part of a long-term strategy to address systemic issues in the education sector.

More than Tk 7.2 million in unpaid hall fees have accumulated across several residential halls at Rajshahi University of Engineering and Technology (RUET), creating financial pressure on the administration. The largest arrears are reported at Sher-e-Bangla A.K. Fazlul Haque Hall with about Tk 3 million, followed by Shahid Lt. Selim Hall with Tk 1.3 million, Shahid Abdul Hamid Hall with Tk 1.17 million, and Shahid President Ziaur Rahman Hall with Tk 1.1 million. Smaller amounts are owed in other halls, while one female hall has no dues.

RUET’s Student Welfare Director, Professor Dr. Robiul Islam Sarkar, said notices have been issued to all halls, and some students have since cleared their dues. The university has approved measures to link hall fee payments with exam registration and will introduce an online payment system next month. This system will include online registration and hall coupons to prevent future arrears.

Officials believe that digitalizing payments and enforcing existing policies—such as canceling seats for students who owe more than three months’ fees—will significantly reduce overdue balances and improve financial management.

The ongoing 2026 Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) and equivalent examinations under the Chattogram Education Board have been suspended indefinitely. The announcement was made on Thursday night through a notice signed by Professor Syed Akhtaruzzaman, Chairman of the Dhaka Education Board and President of the Inter-Education Board Coordination Committee. Examinations under other education boards will continue according to the existing schedule.

According to the notice, the decision was taken after reviewing the overall post-flood situation in affected areas, the physical and mental condition of students, discussions with stakeholders, and the difficulties in transportation due to damaged roads. The suspension applies to all remaining subjects of HSC, Alim, HSC (BMT), HSC (Vocational), and Diploma in Commerce examinations under the Chattogram Education Board, Bangladesh Madrasah Education Board, and Bangladesh Technical Education Board in the Chattogram region.

A revised schedule for the postponed examinations will be announced later through an official notice.

Milestone College authorities have stated that Rubaiya Mehzabin Suhi, who recently gained attention on social media during the ongoing HSC examinees’ movement, is no longer a student of the institution. The college filed a general diary at Turag Police Station regarding the matter. The report was lodged by the college’s security officer, Muhammad Zahurul Islam, on behalf of the institution.

According to the diary, Suhi was enrolled in the English-medium science department for the 2024–25 academic year but was issued a transfer certificate with approval from the Dhaka Education Board due to disciplinary reasons. The college clarified that she currently has no right to use its identity. The report also mentioned that a recent video circulating online showed Suhi using the college ID while speaking about the HSC examination and question paper issues.

Milestone College claimed that Suhi’s use of its identity despite no longer being a student created public confusion and harmed the institution’s reputation. The college requested the police to take necessary legal action.

Leaders from Bangladesh’s higher education sector have called on the government to impose strict regulations on unlicensed education consultancy firms that have proliferated across the country. Speaking at a press conference organized by the Foreign Admission Career Development Consultants Association Bangladesh (FACD-CAB) at the National Press Club on Thursday, they warned that these firms, operating with only basic trade licenses, are deceiving students seeking higher education abroad.

FACD-CAB President Zulfiqar Ali Jewel said that new consultancies are emerging daily with minimal investment, endangering the future of thousands of students. He alleged that these unauthorized firms lure students with false promises of foreign education, extracting large sums of money and causing both financial and emotional harm. The association urged the government to establish a clear regulatory framework requiring official approval for operating education consultancy businesses.

Speakers at the event, including senior vice president Bashir Ahmed and Mehedi Hasan, emphasized that a specialized approval board could help curb fraudulent practices and protect students’ interests.