CUET-UG 2024 Exam Dates Set: UGC Chief Announces May 15 - 31 Schedule, Date Sheet Post March 26

The University Grants Commission (UGC) has recently confirmed the dates for the CUET-UG 2024 exams, slated to be held between May 15 and May 31, 2024. However, with the announcement of Lok Sabha Election Dates 2024 by the Election Commission of India (ECI), concerns arose regarding overlaps between CUET-UG exam dates and polling days.

CUET-UG 2024 Exam Schedule Confirmation:

• UGC Chairman M Jagadesh Kumar affirmed that the CUET-UG 2024 exams will proceed as initially proposed.

• Despite overlaps with election dates on May 20 and May 25, the exams are set to take place as scheduled.

Date Sheet Release and Considerations:

• The UGC Chief announced that the final CUET-UG 2024 date sheet will be unveiled after the conclusion of the registration cum application process on March 26, 2024.

• The release will be based on factors such as the number of registered candidates and their geographical distribution, taking into account the Lok Sabha Poll Dates 2024.

NTA's Role in CUET-UG Administration:

• The National Testing Agency (NTA) will administer the CUET-UG exams, adhering to the May 15 - 31, 2024 schedule.

• Post-application deadline, NTA will analyze registration data and election dates to formulate the final exam timetable.

Lok Sabha Poll Dates 2024:

• The Election Commission of India announced the schedule for the 2024 Lok Sabha Elections, spanning seven phases from April 19 to June 1, 2024.

• Polling dates are set for April 19, April 26, May 7, May 13, May 20, May 25, and June 1, 2024, with vote counting scheduled for June 4, 2024.

The confirmation of CUET-UG 2024 exam dates brings clarity amid concerns over potential clashes with Lok Sabha Election dates. With NTA's commitment to accommodating logistical challenges, students can prepare confidently for the upcoming exams. Stay tuned for further updates on CUET-UG 2024.