The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially announced the re-examination dates for the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) Undergraduate 2026, specifically for candidates who were impacted by a technical glitch that occurred on May 30. The re-test will be conducted on June 6 and June 7, 2026. This decision comes after numerous complaints from test-takers who faced disruptions during the original examination, leading to an unfair assessment environment.
Reason for Re-test
On May 30, 2026, a significant technical malfunction affected the CUET UG examination process. Many candidates reported issues such as login failures, freezing of the test interface, and unexpected logouts. These problems prevented them from completing the exam smoothly, raising concerns about the integrity and fairness of the results. In response, the NTA decided to provide affected students with a second chance to appear for the exam under controlled conditions.
Eligibility for Re-test
Only those candidates who were directly affected by the technical glitch on May 30 are eligible for the re-test. The NTA has advised students to check their application status on the official website to confirm their eligibility. Additionally, candidates who faced issues but did not report them during the exam are encouraged to contact the NTA helpline for further guidance. The agency has assured that all legitimate cases will be accommodated.
Exam Schedule and Format
The re-examination will be held in two sessions: June 6 (morning shift) and June 7 (afternoon shift). The exam pattern will remain identical to the original CUET UG 2026 test, including the same number of questions, duration, and marking scheme. Candidates must bring their admit card and a valid photo ID to the test center. The NTA has also emphasized that the re-test will be conducted with enhanced technical support to prevent any recurrence of glitches.
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Admit cards for the re-test will be available for download from June 1, 2026, on the official NTA website.
- Candidates must report to the test center at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time.
- Any candidate found using unfair means will be disqualified and face legal action.
- In case of any further technical issues during the re-test, candidates should immediately inform the invigilator.
Impact on Admission Timeline
The NTA has assured that the re-test will not significantly delay the overall admission process for universities. The results for the re-test are expected to be declared within two weeks after the examination. Participating universities have been informed about the revised schedule and have agreed to adjust their admission timelines accordingly. This move aims to ensure that no student is disadvantaged due to the technical fault.
For more updates, candidates are advised to regularly visit the official NTA website and stay connected with their respective university portals.
