🌧 Why the Exams Were Postponed
The decision was taken due to continuous heavy rainfall leading to flooding, waterlogging in many city areas, and disruptions in power and transport.Â
CU referred to the situation as an “unprecedented natural calamity” in its official notice. All examinations for that day were cancelled to ensure safety of students, faculty, and staff.Â
Jadavpur University also suspended academic activity for the day for the same reasons.Â
đź“„ Official Notice & What It Says
CU’s official notice (Notice CE/ADM/29/25/44) states: “All university examinations scheduled to be held on 23/09/2025 are hereby postponed due to the unprecedented natural calamity. The new date of the examination shall be declared in due time.”Â
This applies to both undergraduate and postgraduate exams across the university.Â
The university has asked students and colleges to stay tuned to official channels for updates.Â
đź—“ What Has Been Announced
| Issue | Details |
|---|---|
| Affected Exams | All UG and PG exams of Calcutta University due on 23 September 2025. |
| Reason | Heavy rain, waterlogging, transport disruptions and safety concerns. |
| New Date | Not yet announced. Will be communicated later. |
| Academic/Safety Measures | Academic activities suspended; schools closed in many districts. CU and JU campuses especially affected. |
đź“Ť Areas Affected & Weather Context
The city of Kolkata saw major waterlogging in places such as Garia, Kamdahari, Jodhpur Park, Kalighat, Topsia, Ballygunge, Thantania, etc.
The impact is not just limited to examinations; transport services (road, possibly public transit) and communications were severely disrupted.Â
Authorities have also declared school closures for September 24 & 25 across many zones in West Bengal (except hill areas) to keep students safe.
âś… What Students Should Do Now
Here are steps for students affected by this postponement:
Watch CU’s Official Website
The “Exam Notice” or “Notifications” section will have further updates.Â
The PDF notice (CE/ADM/29/25/44) is the authoritative source. sdbic.ac.in
Save Admit Cards / Exam Details
Even though the exams are postponed, preserve admit cards and previous exam schedules; they may apply when new dates are declared.
Stay in Contact with College & Department
Colleges may provide internal instructions (e.g., about practical exams or assignments) given the delay.
Use Extra Time for Revision
Use this postponement as an opportunity to revise thoroughly. Focus on weaker topics.
Travel & Accommodation Plans
If you had travel planned, reconsider and postpone booking (if possible), because new dates will likely be announced with some notice.
Keep Safety First
Given that this decision was made due to unsafe weather, avoid exposing yourself to risk in commuting, attending exam centres early, etc.
🔍 What This Means Broader
The postponement is not just a local inconvenience, but reflects how extreme weather events can disrupt academic calendars. Institutions may need to be prepared for such contingencies.
This could also affect overall schedules: potential compression of exam slots when rescheduling, extended session end dates, etc.
đź“Ś Conclusion
Calcutta University has officially postponed all UG and PG exams scheduled on September 23, 2025, due to torrential rain and resulting hazards. While no new exam date has been announced yet, the decision underscores priority for student safety over academic schedule. Students should keep a close watch on official notices, use this extra time wisely, and prepare for the updated exam schedule.
Stay safe, and stay prepared.
