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The Hindu
2 days ago
- General
- The Hindu
Coimbatore Corporation launches free NEET coaching for Class XI and XII students
Free NEET coaching for Class XI and XII students of Corporation schools was inaugurated on Tuesday at the Sidhapudur Corporation Higher Secondary School in Coimbatore city. District Collector Pavankumar G. Giriyappanavar, Coimbatore MP Ganapathi P. Rajkumar, and Corporation Commissioner M. Sivaguru Prabakaran participated in the event and distributed study materials to students. Addressing the students, the District Collector encouraged them to remain dedicated and approach their studies with humility. Stating that no barriers existed for government school students, he urged them to aim to clear the NEET exam in their first attempt. He noted that students from government schools had shown individual interest, and that the higher education enrolment rate had now crossed 96%. Mr. Rajkumar said this was the second consecutive year the NEET coaching was being offered. He added that Tamil Nadu students were performing well in academics and that students belonging to the 7.5% reservation category need not worry about fees, as the government will cover them. Corporation Commissioner said that last year the coaching started only in October, whereas this year it had begun earlier. 'Last year, eight students qualified through the coaching; four of them are likely to get MBBS seats and the others have chances in BDS,' he said. He also thanked the Times NEET Coaching Institute for providing the coaching free of cost. A total of 126 students—25 boys and 101 girls —have been selected for the coaching programme. Transportation and food will be arranged for the students. The coaching sessions will be held twice a week.
The Hindu
23-05-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Over 1,500 Corporation school students attend higher education orientation in Coimbatore
More than 1,500 students from the Corporation schools in Coimbatore, who had completed their Class XII examinations, participated in a higher education orientation programme, held in the city on Friday, under the State government's Kalloori Kanavu scheme. The event featured stalls from 41 colleges, which showcased a range of higher education opportunities available to students. A special camp was also organised to assist students in obtaining essential documents such as income certificates, community certificates, first-generation graduate certificates, and to update Aadhaar details. A handbook listing colleges in the district and the courses they offer was distributed to students. The booklet is intended to serve as a guide to help them make informed decisions about pursuing higher education. Coimbatore District Collector Pavankumar G. Giriyappanavar addressed the students, encouraging them to introspect and make use of the orientation camps. 'Self-reflection can lead to success and inspire individuals throughout their journey. Students should make full use of the Kalloori Kanavu initiative, as higher education plays a key role in career development,' he said. The programme featured thematic sessions conducted by subject experts. One session focused on the role of self-confidence in pursuing higher education, while another provided guidance on available scholarship schemes. Insights into paramedical education were also shared. Further sessions covered opportunities in ITI, diploma, engineering, and arts and science programmes. Information on agricultural education was provided by the District Employment Office, and details regarding education loans were shared by a representative from the banking sector. Coimbatore MP Ganapathi P. Rajkumar, Mayor K. Ranganayaki, Corporation Commissioner M. Sivaguru Prabakaran, and officials from the School Education Department and other departments were present.
