CUET UG 2026 May 28 Exam Postponed: NTA Announces Revised Dates and Fresh Admit Cards
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has updated the CUET UG 2026 exam schedule for May 28, 2026, in response to the Government of India’s revised Id-ul-Zuha (Bakrid) public holiday.
Candidates whose exams were scheduled for May 28 will now take them on May 31, June 6, or June 7, 2026. Revised admit cards are being released in phases on the official CUET website.
Why Was the CUET UG 2026 Exam Postponed?
The postponement applies only to CUET UG 2026 exams scheduled for both shifts on May 28. The NTA made this change in response to the updated Bakrid holiday notification from the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT).
This adjustment helps candidates nationwide avoid travel and logistical challenges during the festival.
Revised CUET UG 2026 Exam Dates
The revised dates announced by the NTA for the postponed examinations are:
| Original Exam Date | Revised Exam Dates |
| May 28, 2026 | May 31, June 6, and June 7, 2026 |
Candidates are advised to carefully check their updated admit cards to confirm:
- New exam date
- Shift timing
- Reporting time
- Examination centre details
Read more: Official Notice
Fresh Admit Cards Released
The NTA has started releasing revised admit cards for affected candidates. Admit cards for the May 31 exam are available, while those for June 6 and June 7 will be released soon.
Students must download the revised admit card and present it at the examination centre on the test day.
How to Download the Revised CUET UG 2026 Admit Card
Candidates can follow these steps:
- Visit the official CUET UG website.
- Click on the “Download Admit Card” link.
- Enter the application number and date of birth.
- Download and save the updated hall ticket.
- Verify all details carefully before the exam day.
Important Instructions for Students
Students attending the rescheduled examinations should keep the following points in mind:
- Check the official website regularly for updates.
- Do not rely on unofficial social media forwards.
- Reach the exam centre before reporting time.
- Carry a valid photo ID along with the revised admit card.
- Verify the subject-wise exam schedule carefully.
Will Other CUET UG 2026 Exams Be Affected?
No. The postponement applies only to the examinations originally scheduled for May 28, 2026. All other CUET UG examinations are being conducted as per the existing schedule.
What Students Should Do During This Additional Time
The postponement provides students with additional preparation time. Candidates are encouraged to:
- Revise high-weightage topics
- Practice mock tests
- Improve time management strategies
- Focus on weak sections
- Review important formulas and concepts
Students are encouraged to use this postponement as an opportunity to further strengthen their preparation before the revised examination dates.
About CUET UG
The Common University Entrance Test Undergraduate (CUET UG), conducted by the National Testing Agency, is used for admission to undergraduate programs at central, state, private, and deemed universities across India. CUET scores are accepted by many institutions nationwide.
FAQs
Is the entire CUET UG 2026 exam postponed?
No. Only the examinations scheduled for May 28, 2026, have been postponed.
What are the revised CUET UG 2026 exam dates?
The postponed exams will now be conducted on May 31, June 6, and June 7, 2026.
Why did NTA postpone the May 28 CUET UG exam?
The exam was postponed due to the revised Bakrid holiday notification issued by the Government of India.
Has NTA released fresh admit cards?
Yes. Revised admit cards are being released for affected candidates.
Where can students download the revised admit card?
Candidates can download the updated admit card from the official CUET UG portal.
Will the exam centre remain the same?
Students should check the revised admit card carefully, as changes in exam centre or shift timing may occur.
Are exams on other dates affected?
No. All other CUET UG 2026 examinations will continue as scheduled.
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