CUET UG 2026 May 28 Exam Postponed: NTA Confirms New Dates Coming Soon
Updated: May 25, 2026. In a significant development for lakhs of CUET aspirants, the National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially postponed the CUET UG 2026 examination scheduled for May 28, 2026. The decision follows the Government of India’s revised notification on the Id-ul-Zuha (Bakrid) holiday, which now falls on the same day. Both shifts originally planned for May 28 stand deferred, and revised exam dates will be announced shortly on the official portal cuet.nta.nic.in.
If you are a candidate scheduled for May 28, this guide walks you through exactly what happens next, how to prepare for the rescheduled date, and the official channels you must monitor. Aspirants on other dates between May 11 and May 31 should continue with their existing admit cards.
What NTA’s Official Notice Says
According to the notification issued late on May 24, 2026, “the examinations scheduled for 28 May 2026 (both shifts) stand postponed in view of the change in the date of the Id-ul-Zuha (Bakrid) holiday as per the Government of India notification, and revised exam dates for affected candidates will be announced shortly.”
Key takeaways:
- Affected date: May 28, 2026 (both Shift 1 and Shift 2)
- Reason: Bakrid holiday rescheduled by GoI
- Unaffected: All other slots between May 11–31, 2026 will run as per existing admit cards
- Action required: Wait for the fresh date intimation; do not visit centres on May 28
How the CUET UG 2026 Window Looks Now
CUET UG 2026 is being conducted in CBT (Computer-Based Test) mode across 300+ Indian cities and 15 cities abroad. The 21-day exam window opened on May 11 and was originally scheduled to close on May 31. With May 28 deferred, NTA is expected to slot the rescheduled shifts into a buffer day in early June — historically NTA keeps 2–4 days as contingency at the tail of the window.
Candidates appearing on dates other than May 28 should focus on revision and centre reporting logistics. Read our CUET UG 2026 exam day checklist for a complete pre-exam workflow.
What Should You Do If You Were Scheduled for May 28?
1. Monitor only official channels
Refresh cuet.nta.nic.in and nta.ac.in twice daily. Avoid forwarding messages on WhatsApp groups — NTA has explicitly asked candidates to ignore unofficial circulars.
2. Keep your admit card login ready
The revised admit card will be issued against your existing application number and password. Bookmark the official login page now.
3. Use the buffer for a strategic mock
A 4–7 day buffer is a gift. Attempt one full-length mock under exam conditions this week. Our CUET Mock Test Series 2026 gives you NTA-pattern sectional and full tests with detailed analytics.
4. Revise high-weightage chapters one final time
Focus on Reading Comprehension, Quant Quick Tricks, and General Awareness from the last 6 months. Our CUET General Test current affairs hub is updated daily.
Will the Result Date Shift?
As per NTA’s published tentative calendar, the CUET UG 2026 provisional answer key is expected in the third week of June, and results are slated for the first week of July 2026. A 3–4 day shift in the exam tail is unlikely to materially move the answer-key window, but the final answer key and result may slip by 2–5 days. We will update this post the moment NTA confirms.
Impact on University Admissions
The Delhi University CSAS portal, JNU’s admission portal, and BHU’s UG counselling all open after CUET results. A marginal delay in NTA’s result will compress the CSAS preference-filling window — making it more important than ever to have your college and course list ready in advance.
FAQs
Is the entire CUET UG 2026 exam postponed?
No. Only the May 28, 2026 shifts (both morning and afternoon) are postponed. All other dates between May 11 and May 31 will run as scheduled.
When will NTA announce the new exam date?
NTA has stated revised dates will be released “shortly.” Based on past patterns, expect an official notice within 3–5 working days. Monitor cuet.nta.nic.in.
Do I need to download a new admit card?
Yes. Once the new date is notified, a revised admit card will be released. Your existing admit card for May 28 is no longer valid.
Will the CUET UG 2026 result be delayed?
A minor delay of 2–5 days is possible, but the broad timeline — answer key in third week of June, result in first week of July — remains intact as of now.
What should affected candidates do today?
Do not travel to the exam centre on May 28. Use the buffer to attempt one full-length mock and revise weak chapters. Wait for the official rescheduling notice.
Stay Updated
CUET Gurukul will track every NTA notification through the rest of the May 11–31 window and into the result and CSAS phase. Bookmark our CUET news desk and enable browser notifications so you never miss a date change.
Sources: cuet.nta.nic.in, NTA official press release dated May 24, 2026.
