CUET UG 2026: Exam on May 28 Postponed Due to Bakrid
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced a significant change to the CUET UG 2026 schedule. The examination originally planned for May 28, 2026, has been postponed in observance of Bakrid (Id-ul-Zuha). Candidates awaiting the test will now need to wait for the revised schedule, which the agency is expected to release shortly.
Official Notice Issued by NTA
According to the official notification released by the NTA, the decision to defer the exam was made following directives from the Department of Personnel and Training and adjustments to the Bakrid holiday calendar. Both shifts of the CUET UG 2026 examination that were set to take place on May 28 have been called off.
The agency has urged candidates to remain vigilant and avoid paying attention to any unverified information circulating online. Students are advised to rely solely on official channels for updates and to check the designated examination portals regularly for the latest announcements regarding the new test dates.
Exam Schedule and Scale
CUET UG has established itself as one of the country’s most prominent entrance examinations, serving as the primary gateway for undergraduate admissions into central universities and numerous other prestigious institutions across India. This year, the computer-based test is being conducted over an extended period, running from May 11 through May 31.
With over 1.5 million students registered for CUET UG 2026, any modification to the exam timetable has wide-reaching implications. The rescheduling affects not only the candidates themselves but also the participating universities and the overall examination coordination efforts nationwide.
Steps to Download the CUET UG Admit Card
Candidates who have not yet downloaded their admit card for the examination can follow these straightforward steps:
- Visit the official CUET UG website using a web browser.
- Locate the login section on the homepage and enter the required credentials, including the application ID and password.
- Click on the submit button to access the candidate portal.
- The admit card will be displayed on the screen for viewing.
- Download and save a copy of the admit card for future reference.
All candidates are strongly encouraged to keep track of official communications and prepare accordingly for the revised examination dates, which will be announced in the near future.
