The release of the CUET UG 2026 City Intimation Slip on April 29, 2026, has sent waves of frustration through the student community. Many candidates have found themselves assigned to examination centres located far from their preferred locations, complicating their travel arrangements.
This year’s Common University Entrance Test is set to take place from May 11 to May 31, and students had hoped for a smoother process. But with the city intimation slip now in hand, many are scrambling to figure out how to reach their exam centres—especially those placed in distant cities like Mohali or Jaipur.
Key concerns include:
- Students reported being assigned to centres that are significantly far from their homes.
- The city intimation slip does not serve as an admit card; it lacks crucial details such as the exact exam centre and the date and time.
- Many candidates are worried about incurring additional costs due to travel and accommodation in extreme heat.
An anonymous candidate shared their concern: “I don’t know how a poor student like me will manage the expenses, especially in this extreme heat.” This sentiment resonates with many who feel that the allocation process has overlooked their logistical realities.
Officials from the National Testing Agency (NTA) have emphasized that the city intimation slip is merely a preliminary document. They advise candidates to treat it as such while planning their travel. Yet, they also state that no requests for rescheduling or shifting of exam dates will be entertained.
Next steps for students:
- Candidates are encouraged to download their city intimation slips from the official website cuet.nta.nic.in.
- They must finalize their travel arrangements well ahead of time to avoid last-minute confusion.
- As per NTA guidelines, students should remain informed about any updates regarding their exam schedules.
The NTA maintains that this process helps students avoid last-minute confusion—though many would argue it has instead introduced new challenges. As the exam dates approach, students continue to voice their concerns over logistics and accessibility.
