
Pimpri Chinchwad University has been recognized for its outstanding contribution to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in education with the prestigious "Honoring CSR Heroes – Inspiring New India" award at the Navbharat CSR Summit 2025. The award was presented by Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, Hon’ble Governor of Maharashtra, and received by Dr. Girish Desai (Executive Director - PCET) in the presence of esteemed dignitaries. Among the distinguished attendees were Dr. Sanjay Patil, Chancellor of DY Patil University, along with Mrs. Anjali Tendulkar and Ms. Sara Tendulkar, who were also honored for their impactful CSR initiatives. This recognition highlights PCU’s unwavering commitment to academic excellence, social responsibility, and nation-building through education.
Pimpri Chinchwad University (PCU) hosted "PCU Explore Germany 2025," a celebration of German culture, language, and international collaboration. The event brought together distinguished guests and eager students for a day of cultural exchange. PCU Vice Chancellor emphasized the importance of learning new languages for personal and professional growth, highlighting Global Citizenry as a vital future skill.
Key speakers included Dr. Sarita Kelkar, who discussed cultural similarities between Germany and India, and Dr. Christina Rath, who provided insights on DAAD scholarships. Mr. Kuber Kapoor spoke about career opportunities in Germany, while Ms. Sharayu Jorkar explained the document verification process for studying abroad. Ms. Daksha Oak shared tips on mastering the German language and exploring career options post-study. The event also featured a German Schuhplattler dance performance. With support from PCU’s trustees, the event was a resounding success, inspiring students to pursue global learning experiences. PCU looks forward to next year’s celebration.

AP ICET 2026 Examination: The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) has released AP ICET 2026 notification and exam dates applicable for the upcoming session. The test will be conducted in an online (computer-based) format on April 28, 2026, in 2 sessions. The Application process will start in February 2026. The AP ICET is a state-level examination which tests the analytical, mathematical and communication skills of candidates who want to pursue management and computer applications. Candidates need to apply online on the official ICET website by registering with login credentials, uploading required documents and paying the registration fee before the deadline.

The top MBA colleges that accept CAT percentile below 90 other than IIMs, include Institute for Financial Management and Research Chennai, Sydenham Institute of Management Studies, Research and Entrepreneurship Education Mumbai, Xavier Institute of Management and Entrepreneurship Bangalore, Welingkar Mumbai, Institute of Rural Management Gujarat, BIMTECH Noida, Alliance University Bangalore, etc., among others. The other entrance exams accepted by these institutes include MAH MBA CET, XAT, MAT, ATMA, CMAT, and GMAT. The institutes offer courses like MBA, PGDM, Master's in Marketing Management (MMM), etc, and the course fees range from INR 35,000 to INR 34,60,000. The CAT result 2025 will be declared in December 2025, and candidates scoring below 90 can start exploring their options after that.

If you have achieved 90 percentile in this year's CAT exam, you should have an idea of the expected colleges for 90 percentile in CAT 2025, which comprise numerous popular B-schools across India. These include not only a few IIMs but also some top non-IIMs like XIM Bhubaneswar, IMI New Delhi, DoMS IIT Delhi, etc. With 90 percentile in CAT 2025, you are eligible for admission to a majority of MBA colleges accepting CAT. However, that does not guarantee your admission to an MBA course as the selection criteria usually includes other rounds such as Group Discussion (GD), Personal Interview (PI) and Written Ability Test (WAT).

What is a Good Score in MAH MBA CET 2026 is something most test takers wonder. A strong score in the exam can significantly enhance your chances of securing admission to leading management institutes in Maharashtra such as JBIMS, SIMSREE, and PUMBA.

How to prepare for the GK section of IIFT, CMAT, and XAT? The GK sections of these MBA entrance exams typically comprise current affairs, government schemes, awards, summits, social issues, national and international political matters, sports, entertainment, and other issues. To prepare for the GK Section of IIFT, CMAT, and XAT, candidates must have a well-defined strategy and practice some current affairs questions daily from a variety of topics to stay updated with the recent happenings. Students are eager to know more about effective ways to prepare for the GK section can go through the important tips, tricks, strategies, etc.