Tripura Assures Admission for All Class 12 State Board Pass-Outs in Government Colleges
Tripura Higher Education Minister Kishor Barman has assured that every student who passed the Class 12 state board examinations this year will be granted admission to government degree colleges across the state. This comes amid growing concerns and recent protests over college seat availability in the capital city, Agartala.
In a clear and direct message to students and parents, Barman stated, “All students who have cleared the higher secondary exams will be accommodated in government degree colleges. However, the course or college of their choice may not be guaranteed due to capacity constraints.”
Over 24,000 Students to Be Accommodated
This year, over 24,000 students successfully passed the state board’s higher secondary exams, while the state has a total of 33,000 seats available in degree colleges. The numbers indicate that there is enough room to accommodate every eligible student, but challenges remain in terms of preferred courses and institutions.
To handle the increased demand, the Minister confirmed that instructions have already been issued to principals of degree colleges in Agartala to expand seat capacity wherever possible. This includes measures to ensure that infrastructure, faculty, and administrative support are scaled appropriately.
Seat Controversy at Ramthakur Degree College
The announcement follows student protests at Ramthakur Degree College, one of Agartala’s well-known institutions, where allegations emerged of illegal admissions involving over 100 students. A professor at the college was suspended for allegedly forging the principal’s signature to admit these students without following the official procedure.
The incident triggered widespread student unrest, drawing attention to broader issues of admission transparency and accountability.
Addressing the matter, Barman distanced the Higher Education Department from the controversy, stating, “The department has nothing to do with what had happened outside the campus.”
College Responds to Allegations
Principal Papri Das Sengupta responded to the controversy, clarifying that the college had already exceeded its intake capacity and could not accept any more students. She emphasized that admissions were conducted solely on a merit basis through an online portal, ensuring fairness and transparency in the selection process.
“We can’t allow more admissions,” she said. “The system was fair and based on academic merit.”
Government Moves to Restore Confidence
In light of the recent unrest, the state government is making efforts to reassure students and parents about admission availability and process integrity. The Minister’s assurance comes as part of a broader move to ensure that no eligible student is left behind due to administrative lapses or seat shortages.
While challenges remain in aligning student preferences with available seats and courses, the overall seat availability in the state offers a positive outlook for higher education access in Tripura.
Conclusion:
Tripura’s proactive response to the admission crisis highlights the government's commitment to inclusive education and fair opportunity. With measures now being taken to expand capacity and monitor admissions more closely, students who have cleared their Class 12 exams can expect access to higher education — even if not exactly as per their initial preferences. The government’s next task will be to ensure smooth implementation and increased transparency in the coming admission cycles.
