Prayagraj, July 21 -- : The Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (UPMSP), also known as the UP Board, is considering increasing the admission quota for 'external' students in classes 10 and 12 from 10 to 20 in its affiliated schools.

External students are those seeking admission from other education boards or other states. The proposal was discussed during a recent workshop held at the UP Board headquarters. Principals of government, aided and private schools shared their views on the issue. Following the discussions, the Board sent a proposal to the state government seeking approval to increase the admission limit.

Under a government order issued on July 20, 2010, UP Board-affiliated schools are allowed to give direct admission to ...