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CUET UG 2026: Admit Cards Released Amid Controversy Over Exam Centers

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the admit cards for CUET UG 2026, but many candidates are facing significant issues with their assigned examination centers. Reports indicate that some candidates have been allocated centers far from their preferred choices, leading to widespread frustration. This article outlines the process for downloading the admit card and discusses the ongoing controversy surrounding the exam center assignments, including personal accounts from affected candidates. Stay informed about the latest updates and how to navigate these challenges.
By Sourabh Singh May 7, 2026, 10:26 IST

CUET UG 2026: Important Updates for Candidates


CUET UG 2026: A significant update has emerged for those applying for the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) Undergraduate (UG) 2026. The National Testing Agency (NTA) has made the admit cards available for download starting from Tuesday, May 5. However, despite the release, many candidates are still facing unresolved issues. The NTA has assigned examination cities that range from 300 to 1,100 kilometers away, yet the admit cards do not reflect any changes in the assigned examination cities.


Downloading the CUET UG 2026 Admit Card

Let’s discuss the process for downloading the CUET UG 2026 admit card and delve into the ongoing controversy regarding the allocation of examination cities, along with the candidates' reactions following the admit card release.


Controversy Over Exam Center Assignments

Delhi Candidate Assigned Exam Center in Bihar; Many Such Cases Reported
On April 29, the NTA released the city slips for CUET UG 2026, which sparked controversy over the examination centers. Many candidates found that the cities assigned to them did not match their selected preferences. For example, a candidate from Delhi was assigned an exam center in Bihar, which is 1,155 kilometers away. Numerous similar cases have surfaced.


Persistent Issues with Exam Centers

Emailed 5 Times, Yet Center Remains Unchanged
Despite the release of the admit cards, many candidates have not seen any changes to their examination centers. A user named Ujjwal Dua expressed his frustration on 'X' (formerly Twitter), stating, "I have been assigned a city 300 km away from my preferred choice." He mentioned sending five emails and making daily complaints via phone, but the NTA has not resolved the issue.


New Centers Bring New Challenges

Centers Changed, But Problems Escalated
While some candidates have reported changes to their examination centers, they describe these new assignments as problematic. For instance, Som Gupta noted that although the distance to the new center decreased from 200 km to 170 km, the new location is in an area with limited transportation options.


Steps to Download the CUET UG Admit Card

How to Download the CUET UG Admit Card
To download the admit card, candidates should follow these steps:



  1. Visit the official website: cuet.nta.nic.in.


  2. On the homepage, click on the "CUET UG 2026 Admit Card / Hall Ticket" link.


  3. A new page will open; enter your Application ID and Password, or your Application ID and Date of Birth.


  4. After entering the details, click the "Submit" button.


  5. Your admit card will be displayed on the screen.


  6. Download the admit card and print it out.