The 24th edition of The Hindu EducationPlus Career Counselling is under way in the State. Organised by The Hindu, this landmark event continues its legacy of guiding students and parents in making well-informed academic and career decisions.

Designed as a one-stop platform for academic and career counselling, the event brings together renowned educationists, career experts and top institutions to provide personalised guidance on UPSC exam preparation and CET and NEET counselling, conducted by officials from the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA).

There is guidance provided on career opportunities in diverse fields, including Arts, Science, Commerce, Law, Management, Engineering, Medicine, CA and Cost Management, Fashion Designing, Animation, Performing Arts, Journalism, Architecture.

Whether students are exploring conventional paths or emerging career trends, this forum will offer the clarity, direction, and expert advice they need.

When and where

The event is being organised at Shaheen Parvaaz Hall, Sapna Landmark, Opposite Vishal Functional Hall, Airport Road, Bidar, on Saturday.

Registration starts at 9 a.m. The session is scheduled from 9.30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Entry is free and open to all students and parents.

Contact Ph: 9448160126 / 944887181/ 9731400992 for more information or check link: https://newsth.- live/CET2026ED.

Chief guest for the event is CEO of Belagavi Zilla Panchayat Rahul Shinde.

The other guests are Ramesh M. Kulkarni, Chairman, Shree Mata Manikeshwari PU College, Bidar, and Sai Gyan Public School, Basavaraj B. Molkire, Principal, Sri Channabasaveshwar Gurukul Resi, PU Science College, Kardyal, Bhalki, Bidar.

Besides, there are specialists speaking on various aspects of career.

Platinum Sponsors:The Institute Chartered Accountants of India, Presidency University and Reva University.

Gold Sponsor:CMR University, Chanakya University, East Point Group of Institutions, Hindustan Group of Institutions, Chennai and Ramaiah College of Law.

Silver Sponsorship:ACS College of Engineering, Alliance University, Adichunchanagiri University, BG Nagar, BLDE Association, Vijayapura, Bheemanna Khandre Institute of Technology (BKIT), Balki, Bidar, Credila, IIBS, IDP, JSS Science and Technology University, Mysuru, JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research, Mysuru, Karnataka State Open University, Mysuru, Khaja Bandanawaz University, Kammavaari Sangham Group of Institutions, Karnataka Bank, KLE Technological University, Hubballi, Nitte (Deemed to be University), Rajarajeswari College of Engineering, Shri Madhava Vadiraja Institute of Technology and Management, Soundarya Institute of Management and Science, SDM Educational Society (R), Ujire, Shanthivana Trust, Dharmasthala, Sharnbasva University, Kalaburagi, Shaheen Group of Institutions, Bidar, Vidyavardhaka College of Engineering, Mysuru, and Navkis College of Engineering, Hassan.

Associate Sponsors:Hyderabad Karnataka Education Society, Kalaburagi, Azim Premji University, ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education, Mahindra University, MS College of engineering, Visveswaraya Technogical University, Belagavi, and Canara Engineering College, Mangaluru.

Regional Sponsors: Kristu Jayanti (Deemed to be University) and Royal College of Management Studies.