Say “They face logistical challenges due to distant exam venue”
Srinagar : Students of B.Sc Nursing 7th Semester (Batch 2022) from various institutions in south Kashmir have voiced serious concern over the allotment of their examination centre by the University of Kashmir, citing logistical challenges and lack of adequate transport facilities.
The affected students belong to Ramzaan College of Nursing, Pulwama, Dolphin Institute of Medical Sciences & Technology, Pulwama, and Government Nursing College, Pulwama.
According to them, the recently issued centre notice—Notification No: F. Centre-Notice B.Sc. Nursing 7th Sem DU/KU/26 dated March 16, 2026—has scheduled their examination at 2:00 PM at the South Campus of the university in Anantnag.
Students, speaking to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), said that a majority of candidates are residents of Pulwama, Srinagar, and adjoining areas, making the allocated centre at South Campus, Anantnag, inconvenient and difficult to access.
They said the campus is located at a considerable distance from the main town of Anantnag, further compounding travel-related issues.
Highlighting the lack of reliable public transport between Pulwama and Anantnag, the students said that reaching the examination centre on time would be a significant challenge, particularly given the afternoon timing of the exam. They also raised concerns about safety and the availability of transport while returning home after the examination.
“The current centre allotment is not feasible for many of us. Limited transport options and long travel distances could adversely affect our ability to appear in the examination without stress,” a group of students said.
The students have appealed to the Controller of Examinations, University of Kashmir, to reconsider the decision and relocate the examination centre to the main campus at Hazratbal or any other suitable location closer to their respective colleges.
The students expressed hope that the university authorities will take a compassionate and timely decision to ensure convenience, accessibility, and a stress-free environment for all candidates appearing in the examination
