The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced the postponement of the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) UG 2026 examinations originally scheduled for May 28. The decision comes in view of the Bakrid festival, which falls on the same date. The NTA stated that fresh dates for the affected exams will be released shortly on the official website, cuet.nta.nic.in.
Reason for Postponement
The NTA cited the Bakrid holiday as the primary reason for rescheduling the exams. The agency aims to ensure that candidates can participate in the festivities without any academic disruptions. The move is expected to benefit a large number of students who would have been unable to appear for the test due to religious observances.
Impact on Candidates
The postponement affects all candidates who were scheduled to take the CUET UG on May 28. The NTA has assured that the revised schedule will be communicated well in advance to allow students adequate time for preparation. Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website for updates.
How to Check Revised Dates
- Visit the official CUET website: cuet.nta.nic.in
- Click on the 'Latest Updates' section
- Download the official notification regarding the revised exam dates
- Keep a printout or screenshot for future reference
The NTA also reminded candidates to keep their login credentials handy for accessing the updated schedule. The agency is expected to release the new dates within a week. This is not the first time the NTA has rescheduled exams due to festivals; similar adjustments were made in previous years for Holi and Diwali.
CUET UG is a crucial entrance exam for admission to undergraduate programs in central universities across India. The test is conducted in multiple shifts over several days. The postponement of the May 28 exam is likely to cause a ripple effect on the overall schedule, but the NTA has assured that the integrity and fairness of the examination process will be maintained.
