The National Testing Agency (NTA) has issued a clarification regarding the CUET (PG) 2026 rescheduled examinations, stating that no candidate's score will be normalised. In a statement released on Saturday, the exam body addressed queries on social media about certain subjects being held on more than one date and the non-application of normalisation.
NTA Responds to Social Media Queries
The NTA noted that it had received several questions on social media platforms regarding the conduct of some CUET (PG) 2026 subjects on multiple dates. Responding to these, the agency emphasised that the scores of candidates appearing for these subjects would not be normalised. The statement read, 'No candidate’s score is normalised. The scores are computed based on the raw marks obtained by the candidates.'
Background of the Issue
The clarification comes after concerns were raised by candidates and parents about the fairness of the examination process. Some subjects in the CUET (PG) 2026 were held on more than one date due to logistical reasons. This led to speculation that the NTA might apply normalisation to equate scores across different dates. However, the NTA has now made it clear that normalisation will not be applied.
Impact on Candidates
The NTA's clarification is expected to bring relief to candidates who were worried about the potential impact of normalisation on their scores. The agency assured that the evaluation process would be transparent and based solely on raw marks. Candidates are advised to check the official NTA website for further updates and details regarding the CUET (PG) 2026 results.
Official Statement
In its official statement, the NTA said, 'It is clarified that no candidate’s score is normalised. The scores are computed based on the raw marks obtained by the candidates. The NTA is committed to ensuring a fair and transparent examination process.' The agency also urged candidates to rely only on official communications for accurate information.
Next Steps
The NTA is expected to announce the results of the CUET (PG) 2026 examinations in due course. Candidates are advised to keep checking the official website for updates. The agency has also set up a helpline for any queries related to the examination.
