Technical glitch delays CUET-UG exam, retest planned

A technical failure disrupted the Common University Entrance Test for undergraduate courses (CUET-UG) at numerous centers across India on Saturday, May 30, 2026, leading to hours of delays, widespread confusion, and a decision to grant a retest to thousands of affected candidates. The National Testing Agency (NTA), which administers the exam, attributed the glitch to its technology partner, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS).

The issue primarily impacted the morning session, scheduled to begin at 9:00 AM. Candidates who had arrived on time and completed biometric registration reported being seated in examination halls only to be informed of technical problems. Official communication from the NTA, posted on social media platform X hours after the scheduled start, confirmed a delay and stated the issue had been resolved. The agency said examinations would proceed with full compensatory time to ensure no candidate was disadvantaged. The afternoon session was subsequently revised, with exams beginning at 4:00 PM instead of 3:00 PM.

However, on-the-ground accounts contradicted the agency's assurances of a smooth resumption. Students and parents described prolonged uncertainty, with many...