CUET UG 2026 Exam Postponed Due to Bakrid Date Change
CUET UG 2026 exam postponed: NTA issues circular after Bakrid date change, check details
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The National Testing Agency (NTA) has postponed the Common University Entrance Test Undergraduate (CUET UG) 2026 exams originally set for May 28, following a government announcement about the revised date for Eid-ul-Zuha (Bakrid). Candidates are advised to check the official NTA website for updates on the new exam schedule.
- 01The CUET UG 2026 examinations were initially scheduled to run from May 13 to early June.
- 02The postponement affects both shifts of the exam on May 28, as announced by the NTA.
- 03Candidates are encouraged to regularly check the NTA and CUET websites for updates on the rescheduled exam dates.
- 04Students can reach out to the NTA helpdesk for any clarifications regarding the exam schedule.
- 05The NTA will announce the revised examination dates separately in the near future.
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The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially announced the postponement of the Common University Entrance Test Undergraduate (CUET UG) 2026 exams that were scheduled for May 28. This decision comes in light of a government communication regarding the revised date for Eid-ul-Zuha (Bakrid), which necessitated the change. Both shifts of the examination on this date have been deferred. The CUET UG 2026 began on May 13 and is being conducted in multiple shifts to facilitate admissions to undergraduate programs in central universities and other participating institutions across India. The examination was originally planned to continue until early June. Candidates are advised to monitor the official NTA and CUET websites for updates on the new exam schedule, as further details regarding the rescheduled dates will be announced shortly. The NTA has also provided contact information for students seeking clarification or assistance, encouraging them to plan their preparations accordingly.
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The postponement may affect students' exam preparation schedules and timelines for university admissions.
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