‏Cluster University Srinagar has officially announced the postponement of all examinations scheduled to be held up to and including March 7, 2026, according to an official notification issued by the Office of the Controller of Examinations.

The announcement was made through an Examination Postponement Notice released on March 4, 2026, informing students and affiliated colleges about the change in the examination schedule.

Students Advised to Stay Updated

Students are encouraged to stay updated through official communication channels of the university, including the official website and notices issued by their respective colleges.

University officials emphasized that the updated examination schedule will be notified separately once finalized.

For further updates and the revised examination timetable, students can visit the official website of Cluster University Srinagar.

Srinagar: Sakina Itoo on Tuesday announced that all schools and colleges across the Kashmir Division will remain closed till March 7, 2026.

The announcement was made through her official post on X, where she stated, “All schools and colleges of Kashmir Division to remain closed till 7th of March 2026.”

The decision comes amid the prevailing situation, with authorities taking precautionary measures to ensure the safety and well-being of students and staff.

Officials said further updates regarding the reopening of educational institutions will be communicated in due course. Students, parents, and faculty members have been advised to stay in touch with official channels for timely information.(KNC)

Srinagar, Mar 03: The Jammu and Kashmir government has decided to reopen schools, colleges and universities in eight districts of Kashmir from Wednesday, Education Minister Sakina Itoo said on Tuesday.

The announcement comes after authorities had ordered the closure of all educational institutions across the Valley as a precautionary measure in view of the prevailing situation.

However, the Minister said that a final decision regarding reopening of institutions in Srinagar and Budgam districts will be taken later this evening.

“As of now, institutions in eight districts will resume classes from tomorrow. The decision with regard to Srinagar and Budgam will be reviewed and announced shortly,” Itoo said.

Earlier, the government had temporarily suspended academic activities to ensure the safety of students following widespread protests in parts of Jammu and Kashmir.

It is pertinent to mention that schools up to Class 8 are scheduled to reopen tomorrow after a winter vacation of over two months. Classes for students of 9th to 12th had already resumed on February 23 after the winter break.

Colleges in the Kashmir Valley had also reopened on February 16 after observing 52 days of winter vacation, while the Higher Education Department had earlier notified the winter schedule for degree colleges in the Kashmir and winter zones of Jammu divisions. (JKNS)

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced that the online registration process for the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test Undergraduate (NEET UG) 2026 will conclude on March 8, 2026. Aspirants aiming to secure admission to MBBS/BDS and other undergraduate medical courses must complete their applications before the deadline.

Applicants can register and fill out the application form through the official NEET portal at neet.nta.nic.in. The registration window is expected to close at 11:50 pm on March 8, although some sources note that form submission and fee payment may need to be completed by 9:00 pm and 11:30 pm respectively on the same day.

Key Dates (NEET UG 2026)

• Registration Start Date: February 8, 2026
• Last Date to Apply: March 8, 2026 (online portal closes late night)
• Last Date for Fee Payment: March 8, 2026 (up to 11:50 pm)
• Correction Window: March 10 – 12, 2026 (expected)
• NEET UG 2026 Exam Date: May 3, 2026

How to Apply

The application process is fully online. Candidates must:

• Visit the official NEET portal at neet.nta.nic.in.
• Register using a valid email and mobile number.
• Fill in personal and academic details.
• Upload required documents, including passport-size photograph, scanned signature, and address proof.
• Pay the application fee online.

The application fees vary by category and are expected to align with previous trends (e.g., general category candidates pay a higher fee than reserved categories).

Exam Overview

The NEET UG is India’s largest medical entrance examination for undergraduate courses in medicine, dentistry, and related fields. Conducted annually by the NTA, the test consists of subjects including Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, and serves as the gateway for admission to medical colleges nationwide.

Candidates are advised to complete their registrations well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical glitches. After the registration period ends, NTA typically opens a correction window where candidates can make limited edits to their submitted forms.

Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS), Soura, has postponed the Final MBBS Part-II examination in the subject of Medicine (Paper-I), which was scheduled to be held on March 3, 2026.

According to an official notification issued by the Controller of Examinations, the exam for Final MBBS Part-II, Batch 2021 (Session: March–April 2026), has been deferred. The examination was originally scheduled to take place at the Advanced Center for Human Genetics, SKIMS, Soura, Srinagar.

The notice further states that the postponed examination will now be conducted on March 16, 2026 (Monday) at the same venue.

Students concerned have been advised to take note of the change and prepare accordingly