CUET UG 2026 Exam on 28 May Postponed; NTA Issues Official Notice
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially announced the postponement of the Common University Entrance Test [CUET (UG)] 2026 scheduled for 28 May 2026.
As per the latest official notice, the examination has been postponed due to the change in the date of the Id-ul-Zuha (Bakrid) holiday, as notified by the Government of India. Candidates affected by this change are advised to regularly check the official portals for revised exam dates.
The CUET UG 2026 examinations scheduled on 28 May 2026 (both shifts) have been officially postponed by NTA.
This update affects all candidates whose exams were scheduled on that date. Revised dates for the affected candidates will be announced separately.
Who is affected?
- CUET (UG) 2026 candidates scheduled for 28 May 2026
- Candidates appearing in both shifts
Why this matters
This is an important exam schedule update and directly impacts admit card planning, travel arrangements, and exam preparation timelines.
Important Dates
- Original Exam Date: 28 May 2026 (Both Shifts)
- Status: Postponed
- Reason: Change in Bakrid (Id-ul-Zuha) holiday date
- Revised Exam Date: To be announced separately
Key Details from Official Notice
According to the official NTA notification:
- Only the 28 May 2026 examinations are affected.
- Both morning and evening shifts stand postponed.
- Revised dates will be notified in due course.
- Candidates should monitor official websites for updates.
Official websites: