CUET UG 2026 examination could not start on time at many examination centers on May 30, 2026. The exam was delayed due to technical glitches, following which NTA immediately issued an update and implemented a revised schedule. On May 30, 2026, there was chaos at various examination centers across the country regarding the CUET UG 2026 examination. At some places, technical glitches led to delays in the start of the exams, while at other places chaos and rumors increased tension. Meanwhile, news of exam cancellation started spreading, which obviously increased the disappointment and anger among students and parents.
Trouble started due to technical problems
CUET UG 2026 exam was being conducted at multiple centers across the country; However, due to technical glitches at some places, the examination could not start on time. The agency responsible for conducting the exam – Tata Consultancy Services (TCS iON) – said that the delay was due to technical issues in the system, which have now been fixed.
Students and parents angry
At many examination centres, students had to wait for long hours and complained about lack of basic facilities in the examination halls. Complaints were also made at many places regarding shortage of drinking water and running fans. As a result, frustration and anger increased among students and their parents.
Rumors made the situation worse
Meanwhile, rumors started spreading in some areas that CUET UG 2026 exam has been cancelled. After these news, crowds gathered outside many examination centers and the atmosphere became tense. Students and parents raised questions on the efficiency of the management and demanded clarification.
NTA’s statement and control over the situation
The body responsible for conducting the exam – National Testing Agency (NTA) – clarified that students whose exam started late will be given the full scheduled time so that no candidate is at a disadvantage. Furthermore, the agency said that the rumors of exam cancellation are false and the exam process continued as per the schedule.
change in exam time
In view of the delays at some centres, the exam schedule was revised. Admission for the afternoon shift began at 2:30 pm, and the examination, originally scheduled at 3:00 pm, was rescheduled to begin at 4:00 pm.