A 25-year-old UPSC aspirant named Alta Bharat Kumar Reddy was discovered dead in his locked flat. Police received a PCR call regarding the suspected suicide at 2:38 pm on Monday. A suicide note revealing study-related depression was recovered from the scene by the authorities. Preliminary inquiries did not indicate any foul play in the circumstance. The incident has raised concerns about the mental health of students preparing for competitive exams.

Jamia Millia Islamia has formed a committee to engage with students protesting for the restoration of the union. Demonstrations intensified after a hunger strike and police interventions on campus occurred recently. The university cited previous disruptions and legal proceedings that led to the union's dissolution in 2006 as reasons for its decision. Students are demanding the restoration of their union and the withdrawal of disciplinary actions against their peers.

The Indian Coast Guard Recruitment for 2026 includes 365 posts with a closing application date of October 21. Interested candidates can apply for roles including Navik and Yantrik, starting from October 6. Eligibility criteria require educational qualifications and age limits between 18 to 22 years. The selection process involves a Computer Based Test and physical evaluations for successful applicants.

NIOS will reopen registration for its six-month bridge course for primary teacher education on October 21. Eligible candidates can submit their applications until October 28 through the official website. The course is required for primary teachers appointed based on BEd qualification in a specified period. The National Council for Teacher Education will develop the course under the Ministry of Education's supervision.

The Madhya Pradesh Board of Secondary Education (MPBSE) has revised the examination pattern for Classes 9 to 12 from the 2026–27 academic session. Internal choices in two-mark questions have been discontinued in main subjects, while choices in three- and four-mark questions will continue. The Board has also introduced internal choices in five- and seven-mark questions for NSQF subjects.

The Maharashtra State CET Cell has announced legal action against social media accounts spreading misleading information about entrance examinations and admissions. A task force has been established to monitor online content, and students can report false claims through the designated complaints email. The authority has also issued a legal notice to the YouTube channel Digital Master over a podcast announcing unconfirmed MHT-CET 2027 dates. The channel has been directed to remove the video and submit a written explanation.