According to the latest public notice dated May 24, 2026, the examination scheduled in both shifts on May 28, 2026 has been deferred. The revised examination dates for affected candidates will be announced separately by the authorities.
Official Announcement by NTA
The public notice issued by the NTA stated that the decision has been taken in view of the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandum dated May 22, 2026, which revised the holiday schedule related to Id-ul-Zuha.
As a result, candidates who were supposed to appear for CUET UG examinations on May 28 will now have to wait for fresh examination dates.
Why Was the CUET UG 2026 Exam Rescheduled?
The postponement comes after a revision in the holiday calendar concerning Bakrid (Id-ul-Zuha).
Authorities decided to avoid potential administrative and logistical challenges that could affect:
- Examination centre management
- Availability of staff and invigilators
- Transportation arrangements
- Student convenience and accessibility
The move aims to ensure smooth and fair conduct of the national-level entrance examination.
Which Candidates Are Affected?
The latest notice specifically impacts:
✔ Candidates scheduled for May 28, 2026examination date
✔ Students appearing in both
shifts on that day
✔ CUET UG aspirants across
examination centres assigned for that date
Candidates appearing on dates other than May 28 currently remain unaffected unless further notices are issued.
What Happens Next?
NTA has clarified that:
• Revised dates will be
announced later
The agency will issue a fresh notification regarding the new examination
schedule.
• Candidates should continue
monitoring official websites
Students are advised to regularly visit official portals for updates.
• Admit cards may be revised
if necessary
Fresh examination city slips or updated admit cards may be released for
affected students.
Official Websites for Updates
Candidates can regularly check:
Important Advice for Students
Students affected by the postponement should:
- Keep checking official notifications daily
- Preserve previously downloaded admit cards and application details
- Avoid relying on unverified social media messages
- Stay prepared according to the existing syllabus
Since only the examination date has changed, there has been no announcement regarding changes in syllabus, pattern, or eligibility rules.