CUET UG Exam 2026 to be held on May 28 postponed, new date soon at cuet.nta.nic.in

CUET UG Exam 2026 which was scheduled on May 28, 2026 has been postponed. The new date will be available on the website soon.

Published on: May 25, 2026 10:42 AM IST

By HT Education Desk | Edited by Papri Chanda

Prefer HTon Google

Share via

Copy link

The National Testing Agency (NTA has postponed the CUET UG Exam 2026 to be held on May 28, 2026. Candidates can check the official notice on the official website of CUET UG at cuet.nta.nic.in.

CUET UG Exam 2026 to be held on May 28 postponed, new date soon at cuet.nta.nic.in (Hindustan Times)

As per the official notice, the CUET UG exam scheduled to be held on May 28, 2026 in both shifts stand postponed. The exam has been postponed due to change in the date of the holiday on account of Id-ul-Zuha (Bakrid). The revised exam dates for the affected candidates will be notified in due course.

The CUET UG exam is scheduled to be held from May 11 to May 31, 2026 cross India and at 14 international cities across 13 countries, including in Sharjah and Abu Dhabi (UAE), Riyadh (Kingdom of Saudi Arabia), Kuwait, Kathmandu (Nepal), Doha (Qatar), Muscat (Oman), Manama (Bahrain), Singapore, Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia), and Washington DC.

A total of 15,68,866 candidates have registered for CUET (UG) 2026. Under the flexibility offered to candidates to opt for up to five subjects each, the registrations have generated an aggregate of approximately 67,56,321 test instances across 12,906 distinct subject combinations, with candidates opting for an average of 4.31 subjects each.

CUET UG Exam 2026: How to download notice

Candidates who had to appear for May 28 exam can check the revised date when announced by following the steps given below.

1. Visit the official website of CUET UG at cuet.nta.nic.in.

2. Click on CUET UG Exam 2026 revised date link available on the home page.

3. A new PDF file will open where candidates can check the dates.

4. Download the file and keep a hard copy of the same for further need.

For more related details candidates can check the official website of CUET UG.

Official Notice Here

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
HT Education Desk
For over a decade, the Hindustan Times Digital Streams – Education Desk has been a trusted source for accurate, in-depth, and timely news on education and careers. We bring the latest updates on board exams, competitive exams, results, employment news, study abroad, scholarships, and school and college admissions, helping students, job seekers, and educators make informed decisions. Our Coverage Areas 1. Board Exams & Results: Comprehensive reporting on CBSE, CISCE, and state board exams (UP, Bihar, Maharashtra, West Bengal, Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and others), including schedules, admit cards, answer keys, results, and career opportunities. 2. Competitive Exams: Insights into major exams like UPSC, JEE, NEET, GATE, CAT, SAT, and state and central government services. Exam Results: Timely updates on UPSC, SSC, SBI, IBPS, NTA, IIMs, and other competitive exam results. 3. Employment News: Notifications on government and private sector jobs, vacancies, eligibility, application processes, and results. 4. Study Abroad: Information on top universities, courses, tuition fees, scholarships, visa regulations, and career prospects for international students. Features & Analysis: Opinion pieces, expert explainers, deep-dive reports, and interviews with key figures in education. 5. Breaking Education News: Real-time updates on major policy changes, institutional reforms, and trends shaping the education sector. 6. With a commitment to factual, unbiased journalism, HT Digital’s Education Desk has seen continuous growth in readership, offering credible and engaging content tailored for students, parents, and professionals. Meet the Team 1. Nilesh Mathur – News Editor A journalist with 24 years of experience, including 18+ years at Hindustan Times, Nilesh leads editorial planning, ensures factual accuracy, and enhances audience engagement through strategic content. 2. Papri Chanda – Deputy Chief Content Producer With over a decade of experience in education journalism, Papri specializes in exam-related content, study abroad insights, and education trends. She also explores new opportunities in education that benefit students. 3. Bishal – Senior Content Producer Active in the education and jobs sector since 2019, Bishal focuses on tracking developments, analyzing trends, and crafting informative content for students and job aspirants. 4. Gaurav Sarma – Deputy Chief Content Producer A multimedia journalist with 9+ years of experience, Gaurav is skilled in research-based storytelling, feature writing, and reporting on competitive exams, online courses, and education trends. At Hindustan Times Digital Streams – Education Desk, we strive to be the go-to platform for students and professionals navigating the dynamic world of education and careers.Read More

Get latest news on RRB NTPC Admit Card along with Board Exam, Competitive Exam and Exam Result at Hindustan Times. Also get latest Job updates on Employment News, NEET UG Answer Key