The University of Calcutta is proceeding with its first-semester undergraduate examinations at home centres until April 13, as planned. However, uncertainty surrounds the remaining exams scheduled at external centres, as several college campuses have been taken over for election-related activities, making it difficult to host students from other institutions.

A meeting was held on Thursday involving representatives from more than 40 affiliated colleges across Kolkata, Howrah, Hooghly, and South 24 Parganas. During the discussion, most institutions reported significant logistical challenges, noting that large portions of their campuses are currently being used for election purposes.

College authorities indicated that exams up to April 13 should proceed without major issues, since students will be appearing at their own campuses. However, starting April 16, exams are scheduled to shift to external centres, where students must appear at different colleges—many of which are currently under election authority control.

The Vice-Chancellor stated that the university is making efforts to avoid disruptions and intends to follow the original schedule. Communication has been sent to district authorities and the Election Commission. The main concern involves campuses where electronic voting machines will be stored, leading to restricted access.

A principal from a South 24 Parganas college mentioned that election officials have indicated the campus will remain under their control until polling is complete, with entry requiring special permission. Under such circumstances, accommodating students from other colleges would be difficult.

Meanwhile, another principal from a remote area in Howrah cautioned that postponing the exams could disrupt the academic calendar and affect upcoming examinations, including those for the sixth semester.