Higher education institutions linked to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands have issued fresh updates on admissions, with both the Regional Institute of Education (RIE) Bhubaneswar and Andaman College (ANCOL) releasing information on merit lists and counselling schedules. The announcements affect prospective students across the islands, with authorities urging candidates to carefully follow the timelines and instructions published on official portals.
The RIE Bhubaneswar, which conducts admissions for its integrated four-year B.Sc B.Ed courses, published its provisional merit list on September 3. The list pertains to unreserved seats at the Sri Vijaya Puram study centre and can be accessed through the official website at https://cee.ncert.gov.in. Students have been advised to review the provisional allocations and raise objections, if any, within the stipulated time frame. The final merit list will be issued once the objection window closes, after which confirmed candidates will receive further instructions on reporting and fee submission.
The B.Sc B.Ed programme at RIE is designed to offer dual degrees, combining subject specialisation with professional teacher training, and is seen as a competitive route into both education and science careers. For students in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, the local centre provides access to high-quality teacher education without requiring relocation to the mainland. Officials said that the latest merit list is part of the Centralised Admission Process (CAP), under which seat allotments are finalised based on entrance performance and eligibility criteria.
Meanwhile, Andaman College (ANCOL), affiliated with Pondicherry University, has announced a counselling round for filling vacant seats in undergraduate programmes. The counselling will take place on September 6 at the ANCOL campus. The college has invited candidates who had earlier applied but did not secure seats in the initial rounds, along with fresh applicants where vacancies remain. Courses on offer include B.A., B.Sc., and B.Com. across multiple streams, with admissions subject to merit, availability, and adherence to university guidelines.
ANCOL authorities have stressed that candidates must report in person for counselling with original documents and prescribed fees. Failure to attend will result in forfeiture of claim to the available seats. With limited slots remaining, the spot round is considered crucial for students who are yet to secure admissions in the current cycle.
Together, the announcements underline a critical phase in the academic calendar for students in the islands. While RIE’s merit list represents progress in structured teacher education pathways, ANCOL’s spot counselling reflects the need to maximise utilisation of available UG seats. For aspirants, both developments mark opportunities that require prompt attention to avoid missing deadlines.
Education officials have reiterated that students should rely only on official portals and notices for updates to avoid misinformation. They also reminded applicants that merit-based systems leave little room for adjustments after deadlines expire, making it essential to complete all formalities on time.
For island students, local opportunities at RIE Bhubaneswar’s Sri Vijaya Puram centre and ANCOL remain vital, given the logistical and financial challenges of relocating to mainland India for higher studies. The institutions serve as important access points for professional education, ranging from science and teaching tracks to general degree programmes. With the release of new lists and counselling dates, authorities expect a flurry of activity in the coming days as families and candidates finalise choices.
As the admission season advances, the dual announcements from RIE and ANCOL highlight both the competition for coveted integrated programmes and the chance to utilise remaining UG seats. Students have been advised to monitor official websites closely and prepare documents in advance to ensure smooth completion of the process.
