202 higher educational institutes to use CUET-UG scores this year, says UGC chief

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have registered for using CUET-UG scores for their admission in UG programmes. More are joining...." Earlier in the day, the UGC chairman outlined the initiatives taken by the higher education regulator in the country for conducting the Common University Entrance Test for Undergraduates (CUET UG) 2024. Kumar said to improve the overall testing experience for candidates appearing in CUET UG 2024, the difficulty level of the entrance exam has been reduced to moderate, accessibility enhanced, and logistical challenges have been reduced to make the test stress-free for the candidates, reported ANI.

Detailing the steps taken by the National Testing Agency--responsible for conducting the CUET— Kumar told ANI that the NTA has planned more test centres, hybrid mode examinations, timely availability of admit cards, and breaks between exams held on the same day to make the same more convenient and stress-free for the aspirants. "Gap/breaks will provide students a mental and physical break, allowing them to transition between subjects and reduce stress," he said. "Since this time, NTA is conducting CUET-UG in hybrid mode, we will have more centres in cities, and students will get the centres of their choice.

For security reasons, students can download admit cards a few days before the test," ANI quoted the UGC chairman as saying. Kumar further said the third edition of the Common University Entrance Test for Undergraduate (CUET UG) 2024 will be conducted between May 15 and May 31, 2024. The date sheet of the same will be released after the registration process is completed on March 26.