JKBOSE–HED Academic Calendar Mismatch: College Admissions Decision Under Review, CUET Also Being Evaluated
Srinagar, January 22, 2026:
The Jammu and Kashmir government is actively reviewing college admission timelines following a mismatch between the academic calendars of the Jammu & Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE) and the Higher Education Department (HED). The matter, including the future of CUET for undergraduate admissions, is under consideration at the highest level, officials said.
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Background: Why the Admission Issue Has Arisen
The issue surfaced after JKBOSE recently declared Class 12 results for students in both Kashmir Division and winter zones of Jammu Division. Due to differing academic calendars between JKBOSE and HED, students have expressed concern over possible delays in college admissions.
According to official data:
- Results have been declared for students falling under the catchment areas of
- 72 colleges in Kashmir Division
- 22 colleges in winter zones of Jammu Division
- This impacts students aspiring for admission in around 95 government degree colleges across J&K.
Key Highlights of the Government’s Review
- The Higher Education Department (HED) is examining options to bridge the transition gap.
- The government has acknowledged students’ concerns about loss of academic time.
- A formal decision on UG admissions is expected shortly.
What Director Colleges Said
Speaking to Greater Kashmir, Director Colleges, Prof. Sheikh Aijaz Bashir, said the issue is under serious deliberation:
“The issue is being examined at the highest level. The government is concerned about time management of students.”
He emphasized that the Education Minister has a clear stand that students’ time should not be wasted and assured that a decision would be announced soon.
CUET for UG Admissions: Will It Be Scrapped?
On being asked whether the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) would be done away with for undergraduate admissions in J&K, the Director Colleges clarified:
- The CUET policy is under evaluation
- No final decision has been taken yet
- Any change will be communicated officially to students
“The concern of students is our primary focus. We do not want to waste their time,” he added.
Academic Planning & Principals’ Meeting
The Director Colleges also referred to a recent meeting of college principals at Government Degree College (GDC) Baramulla, where:
- Academic preparedness for the upcoming session was discussed
- Focus was laid on academic excellence and institutional growth
- Principals were briefed on future academic and administrative directions
GDC Baramulla, being an autonomous institution, was highlighted as a potential beacon of higher education in North Kashmir.
What Students Should Expect Next
- An official announcement on college admissions is expected soon
- Clarity on UG admission process and CUET will follow
- Admissions will be planned keeping students’ academic time in view
Students are advised to rely only on official notifications from the Higher Education Department and reputed news sources.
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