NTA Postpones CUET-UG 2026 Exams Scheduled for May 28 Due to Bakrid
CUET-UG 2026: NTA postpones May 28 exams due to Bakrid; fresh dates soon

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The National Testing Agency (NTA) has postponed the CUET-UG 2026 exams set for May 28 due to a change in the holiday date for Id-ul-Zuha (Bakrid). Revised dates will be announced soon. The exams began on May 11 and will continue until May 31.
- 01The CUET-UG 2026 exams were originally scheduled for May 28 but have been postponed due to Bakrid.
- 02Approximately 15.68 lakh candidates have registered for this year's CUET, making it a significant entrance exam in India.
- 03The postponement follows a change in the holiday date announced by the Department of Personnel and Training.
- 04Candidates are advised to check the official website for updates on revised exam dates and other announcements.
- 05The NTA has provided contact details for students needing assistance regarding the exam schedule.
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The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced the postponement of the Common University Entrance Test Undergraduate (CUET UG) 2026 examinations that were scheduled for May 28. This decision comes in light of a change in the holiday date for Id-ul-Zuha (Bakrid), as stated in a public notice issued on May 24. The NTA confirmed that only the exams on May 28 will be affected, and that revised dates will be communicated separately. The CUET UG 2026 examinations commenced on May 11 and are set to run until May 31, utilizing Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode across various centers in India and internationally. With around 15.68 lakh candidates registered, CUET has emerged as one of the largest entrance examinations in the country. Students are encouraged to frequently check the official NTA website, cuet.nta.nic.in, for updates and to stay informed through official communication channels regarding examination schedules and admit cards. For any queries, candidates can reach out to the NTA helpdesk or email the provided contact.
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The postponement affects students preparing for the CUET-UG 2026, requiring them to adjust their study schedules accordingly.
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