NIRF India Rankings 2025 Released

 NIRF India Rankings 2025 Released

The National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2025, released by the Ministry of Education, has once again highlighted the best higher educational institutions in India. These rankings help students, teachers, and parents understand the performance of universities and colleges across different fields.

NIRF INDIA RANKING 2025

🌟 Key Highlights

🏆 Overall Rankings

IIT Madras has been ranked No. 1 in the Overall Category for the seventh year in a row.

IISc Bengaluru stands at 2nd place, while IIT Bombay takes the 3rd position.

🎓 Universities

Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), Karnataka, entered the Top 3 universities for the first time.

🏫 Colleges

Hindu College (Delhi University) is ranked No. 1 college in India.

Miranda House (Delhi University) secured 2nd place.

32 colleges from Delhi University featured in the rankings.

⚙️ Engineering

Top five institutes remain dominated by IITs:

IIT Madras

IIT Delhi

IIT Bombay

IIT Kanpur

IIT Kharagpur

⚖️ Law

National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bengaluru is the No. 1 Law College in India.

🩺 Medical

SGPGIMS and KGMU from Uttar Pradesh made it into the Top 10 medical institutions this year.

🌍 Regional Highlights

Tamil Nadu shines with 33 colleges in the Top 100 list – more than any other state.

Institutions from Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh did not feature in the Top 10 overall, but performed well in specialized categories like Agriculture, Pharmacy, and Management.

✨ Why Should Students Care?

The NIRF Rankings are important because they:

Help students plan for future higher studies.

Show which institutions are best in engineering, medicine, law, management, and other fields.

Encourage schools and colleges to keep improving in research, teaching, and innovation.

📌 Library Takeaway

As students of PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Sundargarh, you should explore these rankings to set your goals for higher education. Whether you dream of joining an IIT, IISc, medical college, or law school, the NIRF 2025 list can guide you toward the best institutions.

Stay curious, keep reading, and plan your journey ahead with knowledge! 🚀

CBSE Material at a Glance

 CBSE Material at a Glance

CBSE Sample Qs and Marking Scheme 2025-26 (class X)

CBSE Sample Qs and Marking Scheme 2025-26 (class XII)

CBSE Curriculum 2025-26

CBSE Curriculum Archive

CBSE Marking Scheme for Class X & Class XII

CBSE Sample QS Papers (2015-2024)

CBSE E Books and Supportive Materials

CBSE Previous Years Questions (Class X)

CBSE Previous Years Questions (Class XII)

CBSE Question Bank Class X

CBSE Question Bank Class XII

CBSE Additional Question Banks Class X & Class XII

Practice Question sets for class 3 to 9 (Math and Science)

IX, X,XI and XII-Student Support Material-25-26

IX, X,XI and XII-Student Support Material-25-26 

CLASS IX, X,XI and XII

 Student Support Material 

ALL SUBJECTS 

Subject Teachers are requested to go through the material and discuss in their Class.

CLICK ON THE LINK BELOW

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1xt-GwYWhU4FihrknircdK7zR6JMBsaLX

Class IX - Google Drive

Class X - Google Drive

Class XI - Google Drive

Class XII - Google Drive

E-Manuscripts, Vedas & Samhita: Multidisciplinary

 E-Manuscripts, Vedas & Samhita: Multidisciplinary

E-Manuscripts, Vedas & Samhita: A Multidisciplinary Perspective 

E-Manuscripts  

Definition: Digitized versions of traditional manuscripts (often palm-leaf, birch-bark, or handwritten texts) preserved through scanning and metadata cataloging.

Role in Preservation: Prevents decay of fragile originals while ensuring accessibility to scholars worldwide.

Technological Aspects: Optical Character Recognition (OCR) for ancient scripts, metadata standards (MARC21, Dublin Core), and e-Granthalaya-type platforms for access.

Disciplines Involved: Library Science, Digital Humanities, Information Technology, Archival Studies.

Vedas

Definition: The earliest body of Indian knowledge tradition, comprising Rigveda, Samaveda, Yajurveda, and Atharvaveda.

Domains of Knowledge:

• Philosophy: Concepts of Brahman, Atman, cosmology.

• Linguistics: Sanskrit grammar, phonetics.

• Science: Early references to astronomy, medicine (Ayurveda), and mathematics.

• Performing Arts: Music and chanting styles rooted in Vedic traditions.

Interdisciplinary Relevance: Religious studies, anthropology, linguistics, musicology, philosophy

Samhitas

Meaning: Collections of mantras, hymns, or knowledge systems compiled systematically.

Types:

• Vedic Samhitas (e.g., Rigveda Samhita).

• Ayurvedic Samhitas (Charaka Samhita, Sushruta Samhita) – foundational texts of medicine.

• Other Knowledge Compilations in fields like astronomy, polity (Arthashastra), etc.

Relevance: They bridge spiritual, scientific, and practical knowledge traditions.

• National Mission for Manuscripts

• Indian Manuscript

• Indian Culture

• University of Pennsylvania

• University of Cambridge

• Cambridge Digital Library

• Catalogue of the Sanskrit Manuscript

• Ved Puran

• Myhindi.org

• Free Hindi ebooks

• NIIMH

• Sanatan Group

• Motivational Stories in Hindi

• Vedic Heritage

Book Review Writing Competition – Reading Promotion Week – 1 (2025–26)

 📝 Book Review Writing Competition – Reading Promotion Week – 1 (2025–26)

PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Sundargarh
7th August 2025 | Classes 6–8

🏆 Senior Category Winners (Classes 6 to 8):

PRASIDDHI BHOI - 6A 🥇 (1st)

JINISHA SAI - 8A 🥈 (2nd)

ALISHA KUMARI SHARMA - 6B 🥉 (3rd)

The Reading Promotion Week – 1 at PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Sundargarh concluded with an insightful Book Review Writing Competition on 7th August 2025. The competition was exclusively for the Senior Category (Classes 6–8), where students showcased their analytical and writing skills by reviewing books they had read during library periods.

The competition was organised under the guidance of Mr. Sunil Prasad, Librarian, along with Mr. Surya Kanta (Coach), who encouraged students to reflect deeply on the books they chose.

🌟 Event Highlights:

• Students wrote reviews highlighting the title, author, summary, favourite character/quote, and personal opinion.

• Emphasis was placed on clarity, originality, and depth of thought rather than length.

• Many participants linked the messages of their books to real-life lessons and values.

• The best reviews were selected for library display to guide peers in choosing their next reads.

🎉 Memorable Moment:
One student wrote a heartfelt review of a biography, ending with the line – “This book didn’t just tell a story, it changed how I see my own goals.” It received special appreciation from the judges.

🏆 Outcome:
The judges praised the effort and maturity displayed in the reviews. The top three winners were selected, and all participants were acknowledged for their thoughtful contributions.

✨ Conclusion:
The Book Review Writing Competition was the perfect finale to the Reading Promotion Week – 1. It encouraged students to not just read books but to reflect, analyse, and share their insights with others. The event strengthened the culture of meaningful reading in the school.

Words Per Minute (WPM) Reading Competition – Reading Promotion Week – 1 (2025–26)

 📚 Words Per Minute (WPM) Reading Competition – Reading Promotion Week – 1 (2025–26)

PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Sundargarh
6th August 2025 | Classes 3–5 & 6–8

✨ Junior Category Winners (Classes 3 to 5):

SNEHA BEHERA - 5B 🥇 (1st)

MANAVENDRA JAYASINGH - 5B 🥈 (2nd)

DARSHIL PATEL - 5A 🥉 (3rd)

🏆 Senior Category Winners (Classes 6 to 8):

SEIKH FARHANA RAHMANI - 8A 🥇 (1st)

LUVANYAA SHARMA - 6B 🥈 (2nd)

ANAYA EKKA - 6A 🥉 (3rd)

The Reading Promotion Week – 1 at PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Sundargarh witnessed an engaging Words Per Minute (WPM) Reading Competition on 6th August 2025. Students from Classes 3 to 8 actively participated to test their reading fluency, accuracy, and speed.

The competition was organised under the guidance of Mr. Sunil Prasad, Librarian, along with Mr. Chhabila Pradhan (PRT). It was conducted separately for Junior (Classes 3–5) and Senior (Classes 6–8) categories.

🌟 Event Highlights:

• Students were given short reading passages suited to their level.

• Each participant was timed for one minute while reading aloud.

• Judges measured speed (words per minute), accuracy, pronunciation, and expression.

• The activity motivated students to focus on both clarity and pace in their reading.

🎉 Memorable Moment:
One junior student read her passage so clearly and confidently that the audience clapped spontaneously—even before the timer ended!

🏆 Outcome:
The judges were impressed by the fluency and improvement shown by many students. The top three winners from each category were selected, while all participants received valuable feedback on how to become better readers.

✨ Conclusion:
The Words Per Minute Reading Competition added a fun yet meaningful dimension to the Reading Promotion Week – 1. It not only encouraged healthy competition but also helped students discover ways to improve their reading skills, speed, and confidence.

 

 

Drawing Competition – Reading Promotion Week – 1 (2025–26)

 🖌️ Drawing Competition – Reading Promotion Week – 1 (2025–26)

PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Sundargarh
5th August 2025 | Classes 3–5 & 6–8

✨ Junior Category Winners (Classes 3 to 5):

ANWESHA SARANGI - 5A 🥇 (1st)

AARADHYA BISHWAKARMA - 4A 🥈 (2nd)

APARNA DASH -  5A 🥉 (3rd)

 ADWAIT KUMAR SAHOO - 3A 🥉 (3rd)

🏆 Senior Category Winners (Classes 6 to 8):

AMRIT DASH - 6A 🥇 (1st)

ADYASHREE SAHOO - 6B 🥈 (2nd)

CHUNMUN - 6B 🥉 (3rd)

The Reading Promotion Week – 1 at PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Sundargarh continued with a burst of creativity through the Drawing Competition held on 5th August 2025. Students from Classes 3–8 participated with great enthusiasm, expressing their imagination and love for stories through colours and art.

The competition was organised under the guidance of Mr. Sunil Prasad, Librarian, along with Ms. Anjali (PRT), who motivated students to showcase their artistic flair. The event was conducted separately for Junior (Classes 3–5) and Senior (Classes 6–8) categories.

🌟 Event Highlights:

• Theme: “Favourite Stories and Characters from Books”

• Students illustrated scenes, heroes, and characters inspired by their reading.

• Judging was based on originality, creativity, neatness, and relevance to the theme.

• Drawings were displayed in the library, turning it into a mini art gallery.

🎉 Memorable Moment:
One senior student sketched an elaborate scene from a classic children’s tale, and the detailing left both judges and peers amazed.

🏆 Outcome:
The judges admired the creativity and storytelling through art. The top three winners from each category were awarded, while all participants were appreciated for their imagination.

✨ Conclusion:
The Drawing Competition gave students a chance to blend their love for books with creativity. It was a colourful addition to the Reading Promotion Week – 1, inspiring young minds to see stories not just in words but also through the language of art.