CUET UG 2026 Candidates Report Technical Delays at Multiple Examination Centres

Students Raise Concerns Over Verification and Server Issues

Several CUET UG 2026 candidates across multiple states reported technical delays and verification-related disruptions during examinations this week, triggering fresh concerns regarding examination management and digital infrastructure readiness.

Students appearing for the Common University Entrance Test in cities including Delhi, Lucknow, Jaipur, Patna, Bhopal, and Bengaluru claimed that server slowdowns, delayed biometric verification, and late entry procedures affected examination schedules at select centres.

Some candidates alleged that technical interruptions reduced available exam time and increased stress during one of the country’s largest university entrance examinations.

The National Testing Agency has not announced any major cancellation or nationwide disruption, though local authorities and examination centres reportedly reviewed technical complaints raised by students during ongoing sessions.

University admission officials are closely monitoring the examination process as CUET scores remain central to undergraduate admissions across several central and participating universities.

Debate Continues Over Digital Exam Preparedness

The issue has once again intensified discussions regarding India’s growing dependence on digital examination systems and whether infrastructure across all regions is fully prepared to handle large-scale computer-based testing.

Education experts say technical disruptions, even when localised, can significantly affect student confidence and examination performance during highly competitive admission cycles.

Several student groups have also demanded greater transparency regarding grievance redressal systems and compensation mechanisms in cases involving technical delays during entrance examinations.

The discussion comes at a time when national-level examinations are already facing increased scrutiny following controversies surrounding paper leaks and examination security.

Policy analysts believe future examination reforms may increasingly focus on digital infrastructure resilience, server stability, biometric systems, and backup protocols to reduce disruption risks during large-scale tests.

Students continue awaiting further clarification from authorities regarding complaints raised during the ongoing CUET UG examination cycle.