Overview
- The objection portal will accept challenges from 5 pm on December 10 until 5 pm on December 12 on the official website.
- The test ran on December 7 from 2 to 4 pm in a single offline shift with 120 multiple-choice questions using a +1/−0.25 marking scheme.
- Gates opened at 1 pm with hall entry at 1:30 pm and paper distribution at 1:50 pm; biometric verification was mandatory and sealed papers could be opened only at the 2 pm bell.
- Candidates were required to carry a printed colour admit card and a government photo ID, while electronic devices, extra stationery and jewellery were prohibited and simple light-coloured attire was advised.
- According to the Consortium, the exam was conducted at 156 centres across 93 cities in 25 states and four Union Territories, with 92,344 applicants across UG and PG.