Delhi‑NCR has moved to Graded Response Action Plan Stage‑III from November 6, 2026. For candidates, this changes commute options, interview formats, and exam‑day buffers through November 10. The CAQM invoked Stage‑III across the region as a precaution, anticipating severe air forecasts and rising pollution levels.
Act now. Confirm whether your interview, placement process, or exam remains physical or shifts online. If physical, plan public transport first, add a 45‑minute buffer, and carry an approved mask. If virtual is possible, request a slot change today and keep email or portal confirmations handy for audit trails.
GRAP Stage‑III commute rules candidates must follow
Under Stage‑III, BS‑III petrol and BS‑IV diesel light motor vehicles are barred from plying in Delhi and high‑traffic NCR districts including Gurugram, Faridabad, Sonipat, Ghaziabad and Gautam Buddha Nagar. Prefer Metro and buses, and avoid restricted vehicles to prevent fines or denial of centre entry en route.
How to switch interviews or reschedule placements now
Cite the November 6 order and local advisories urging hybrid or remote operations during severe episodes. Request a virtual slot between November 7 and 10, or a later physical date if assessments mandate in‑person tasks. Offer proof of residence or route impact, and confirm technology checks before the revised slot.
Campus placements and walk‑ins: what to ask today
Ask training and placement cells if pre‑placement talks move online this weekend. Seek staggered reporting windows to reduce peak‑hour travel. For walk‑ins, insist on time‑stamped entry emails and queue tokens, plus helpline contacts. Clarify whether on‑site assessments can shift to proctored online rounds without affecting eligibility or shortlisting order.
Exam‑day checklist and centre verification for Nov 7–10
Reconfirm centre operations and frisking times a day before. Map a Metro‑first route with one backup interchange. Carry admit card, government ID, recent photograph, approved mask, water in permitted bottle, and necessary stationery. Reach 45 minutes early to navigate diversions, parking denials, or temporary closures near construction curbs.
Ready‑to‑send HR and exam emails for GRAP Stage‑III
Template 1: “Pursuant to CAQM’s November 6 Stage‑III order in Delhi‑NCR, I request a virtual interview between November 7–10. I am ready for a same‑day tech check.” Template 2: “Due to Stage‑III travel curbs, kindly reschedule my walk‑in or shift to an online round.”
Through November 10, decide your mode early, default to Metro, and keep buffers. Where rules restrict your vehicle, switch to public transport and carry necessary proofs. Secure virtual options when allowed, and document every change. These small, timely steps protect your candidacy while complying with Stage‑III requirements.
