Technical Glitches Disrupt Cuet-UG Exam for Thousands in Noida
Another exam, another mess: Glitches cancel Cuet morning slot at Noida centre
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On Saturday, technical issues at the Aadarsh Pariksha Kendra in Noida led to the cancellation of the morning slot for the Cuet-UG exam, affecting nearly 2,000 candidates. Many students faced long waits and confusion, prompting protests and frustration over the lack of communication from officials.
- 01Candidates at the Noida exam center faced a three-hour wait with no clear communication from officials.
- 02Out of 73,106 candidates registered for the first shift, 69,341 managed to take the exam after delays, while 3,765 left due to the confusion.
- 03Physical conditions in the exam hall were poor, with reports of no functioning fans and candidates feeling anxious and unwell.
- 04The second shift also experienced delays, with entry gates opening late, causing further distress among students.
- 05Faculty members criticized the National Testing Agency (NTA) for the administrative chaos impacting students' mental health.
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On Saturday, the Cuet-UG exam at the Aadarsh Pariksha Kendra in Noida was marred by significant technical glitches, causing the cancellation of the morning shift. Candidates began arriving at 7:30 AM, but by 11 AM, many were still waiting without clear communication from officials. Anshika Mishra, an 18-year-old candidate, expressed her frustration, stating that her preparation felt wasted after the ordeal. The National Testing Agency (NTA) reported that out of 73,106 candidates who completed biometric verification, only 69,341 were able to take the exam after delays, while 3,765 left in frustration. Physical conditions in the exam hall were inadequate, with no functioning fans, adding to the anxiety of the candidates. The chaos extended into the second shift, with entry delays causing further distress among students. Faculty members criticized the NTA for the lack of organization and communication, emphasizing the emotional toll on students who had invested significant effort in their preparation.
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The cancellation and delays affected thousands of students preparing for their future academic paths.
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