Live Updates: NTA Postpones CUET UG 2026 Exam, IIT Madras to Review CBSE Revaluation, Schools Closed In Bihar Due to Heatwave
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Live Updates: NTA Postpones CUET UG 2026 Exam, IIT Madras to Review CBSE Revaluation, Schools Closed In Bihar Due to Heatwave
Stay updated with the latest news about education boards, board exam results, admit cards, entrance exam notifications, answer keys, counselling dates and all news of university admissions in India. Rising temperatures and worsening heatwave conditions across Bihar have forced district administrations to suspend school classes for younger students in several areas. A
Students can check the direct result link and the required documents and steps to download the results and answer keys of key exams of 2026. The major school announcements regarding school holidays, class 10 and 12 board examinations and important rules and regulations. The JEE Advanced Response Sheet 2026 has been released.
The NEET UG 2026 re-exam is set to be conducted on June 21, 2026. Following the paper leak controversy, updated rules, set-wise examination conduction, and important previous-year question papers all can be found in this live blog.
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Live Updates
- 11:55 (IST) 25 May 2026
Why are IIT Madras experts examining the CBSE revaluation portal?
Officials in the Ministry of Education said the IIT Madras team was asked to examine the robustness of the CBSE portal and server infrastructure and ease the login authentication process for the e-portal. They are also expected to assess the performance of the payment gateway and propose strategies to avoid future disruptions in the re-evaluation process.
Students complained online that they were unable to view scanned copies of their answer sheets even after completing the payment process. Officials in the education ministry said the aim was to ensure a trouble-free and hassle-free revaluation portal for Class 12 students.
- 11:27 (IST) 25 May 2026
Why was the CUET UG 2026 exam postponed?
As per NTA officials, it was decided on the basis of the revision of the official public holiday for Id-ul-Zuha (Bakrid) by the government. Since the exam has been scheduled on the revised date of the official public holiday, the NTA has decided to postpone both shifts of the CUET UG examination scheduled for 28th May.
- 10:54 (IST) 25 May 2026
Which Bihar districts are affected by order to temporarily close schools
Vaishali and Saran are the districts where restrictions have been imposed for the closure of schools. In Vaishali, school closure is applicable in all government and private schools for younger classes. The administration has requested residents to take precautions to mitigate the high temperatures and to avoid unnecessary outdoor activities during the late afternoon.
- 10:11 (IST) 25 May 2026
What led to school holiday in Bihar?
The administration decided to shut schools in Bihar due to the escalation of the heatwave and school children’s health concerns.
