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Meghalaya Man to Take SSLC Exam After 37 Years, 59-Year-Old Pursues Education
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🗓 29 Sep 2026, 05:18 PM
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A 59-year-old man from Meghalaya is preparing to sit for the Secondary School Leaving Certificate exam after a 37-year hiatus, marking a rare return to formal education.
A 59-year-old man from Meghalaya has announced that he will sit for the Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) exam after a 37‑year gap since he first dropped out of school. The decision comes as part of a growing trend of adults in India returning to formal education to improve their prospects.
The man, who has lived in Meghalaya for most of his life, had left school in his early twenties to support his family. He now plans to study for the exam with the help of local community groups and online resources.
Experts say that adult learners often face challenges such as balancing work and study, but the government’s scholarship schemes for older candidates can ease the burden. The man’s determination is seen as an inspiration for others who wish to complete their education later in life.
He hopes that passing the SSLC will open doors to better employment opportunities and enable him to contribute more effectively to his community.
The man, who has lived in Meghalaya for most of his life, had left school in his early twenties to support his family. He now plans to study for the exam with the help of local community groups and online resources.
Experts say that adult learners often face challenges such as balancing work and study, but the government’s scholarship schemes for older candidates can ease the burden. The man’s determination is seen as an inspiration for others who wish to complete their education later in life.
He hopes that passing the SSLC will open doors to better employment opportunities and enable him to contribute more effectively to his community.