CUET 2026 FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions): Revised Exam Pattern, Fee, Admit Card, Syllabus
Common University Entrance Test 2026 ( CUET )
CUET UG 2026 Exam
11 May '26 - 31 May '26
The National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct CUET 2026 in CBT mode. Candidates preparing for CUET UG must check the frequently asked questions. CUET FAQs 2026 covers queries about application forms, admit cards, intimation slips, exam pattern, answer keys and more.
CUET UG FAQs
CUET FAQs 2026: Candidates preparing for the Common University Entrance Test (CUET UG) 2026 for undergraduate admissions often have several questions regarding the exam process. Common queries include CUET subject selection, application form, eligibility, exam pattern, syllabus, admit card, results, counselling, and participating universities. To help aspirants, CUET FAQs 2026 wiwll guide students with most searched questions related to the CUET UG exam and admission process.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct the CUET UG 2026 exam from May 11 to May 31, 2026, in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. The detailed CUET UG date sheet 2026 for all 37 subjects is expected to be released soon on the official website. Candidates will be able to check the subject-wise CUET exam schedule, shift timings, and slot details once released. Students can know their allotted exam centre, exam city, shift number, and slot timing through the CUET admit card 2026.
- CUET Frequently Asked Questions 2026: Overview
- CUET Frequently Asked Questions 2026: CUET Application Form
- CUET Frequently Asked Questions 2026: CUET Subject List
- CUET Frequently Asked Questions 2026: CUET Exam Pattern
CUET Frequently Asked Questions 2026: Overview
Q. What is CUET UG?
Ans. The Common University Entrance Test (CUET UG) is conducted for admission to central universities and other universities (State, Private, Deemed, or autonomous institutions). CUET UG provides a common platform and equal opportunities for candidates across India seeking admission to top CUET-accepting colleges. It is a single entrance test conducted for admission to UG courses.
Q. When will CUET UG 2026 be conducted?
Ans. CUET 2026 exam will be scheduled between May 11 to May 31, 2026 for admission to UG courses. The exam will be a computer-based test (CBT).
Q. How many times is CUET conducted in a year?
Ans. CUET is conducted once a year.
Q. Will NTA release the CUET UG date sheet 2026?
Ans. It is expected that NTA will issue the CUET UG 2026 datesheet PDF for all 37 subjects. However, last year, NTA did not release the CUET UG schedule as exam was administered in CBT mode across multiple shifts. Candidates can also check the CUET UG schedule 2026 for applied subjects once CUET Intimation 2026 is released. It is expected that CUET UG 2026 intimation slip will be released in last week of April 2026.
Q. How is CUET UG helpful?
Ans. In the past, students were under pressure to achieve over 95% marks in their Class 12 Board Examination to get admission into their desired university. With implementation of CUET UG 2026, the burden on students to attain high marks in the singular Board Examination has reduced.
As per CUET exam pattern, the question paper will include multiple-choice Choice Questions.
Aligned with the Class 12 syllabus, CUET 2026 removes the need for separate preparation for candidates currently studying in Class 12.
CUET 2026 offers students 23 domain subjects, 13 languages, and a General Aptitude Test.
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Q. What is the role of NTA in CUET?
Ans. NTA is the conducting body for CUET UG. The role of NTA is related to CUET registrations, issuing of CUET admit cards or intimation slips, releasing answer keys, conducting exams and declaring CUET results. NTA has no role in admission to CUET-accepting universities.
Q. Which universities are participating in CUET?
Ans. More than 250 universities are participating in CUET 2026 exam. Click on the link provided- cuet.nta.nic.in to know the list of all CUET accepting universities.
Q. Is it compulsory to appear for CUET for admission to central universities?
Ans. Yes, candidates must appear for CUET 2026 for admission to UG courses offered by central universities for the academic year 2026-27.
Q. When will be CUET 2026 exam conducted?
Ans. CUET 2026 will be held from May 11 to May 31, 2026. The exam will be held in computer-based mode.
Q. What will the mode of examination for CUET UG?
Ans. CUET UG 2026 will be held in CBT mode. Due to the paper leak crisis in the offline mode examination, NTA will now conduct exam in CBT mode for fair conduct of the exam.
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Q. How many attempts can I give in CUET?
Ans. CUET is conducted for admission to undergraduate courses offered by participating universities. The exam is conducted once a year. Hence, candidates will have one attempt to appear for CUET UG in a year.
Commonly asked questions
The CUET questions are objective in nature and carries four options also known as MCQs. Candidates will have to choose the correct answer option and click on it with the help of mouse. Since CUET UG 2026 exam will be conducted in a CBT mode, test-takers will be able to mark only one answer option. In case it is the correct option, students will get +5 marks and in case of wrong answer, negative marking scheme will be applied. Hence, candidates must ensure the accuracy of the answer before selecting the answer.
To download the CUET UG previous year question papers for all subjects, candidates must visit the link provided below:
Candidates can access the subject-wise CUET UG question papers for past four years.
UGC has announced the deletion of 26 subjects from CUET UG 2025 onwards. CUET UG 20 foreign languages and six domain subjects have been removed. Check the list below to know the name of the subjects:
- Foreign Languages (French, Spanish, German, Nepali, Persian, Italian, Arabic, Sindhi, Kashmiri, Konkani, Bodo, Dogri, Maithili, Manipuri, Santhali, Sanskrit, Tibetan, Japanese, Russian, Chinese)
- Domain Subjetcs (Entrepreneurship, Teaching Aptitude, Fashion Studies, Tourism, Legal Studies, Engineering Graphics)
NTA prescribes the CUET UG marking scheme. Check below to know the CUET UG marking scheme 2026:
- Correct answer or the most appropriate answer: Five marks (+5)
- Any incorrect option marked will be given minus one mark (-1).
- Unanswered/Marked for Review will be given no mark (0).
- If more than one option is found to be correct then Five marks (+5) will be awarded to only those who have marked any of the correct options.
- If all options are found to be correct then Five marks (+5) will be awarded to all those who have attempted the question.
- If none of the options is found correct or a question is found to be wrong or a question is dropped, then all candidates who have attempted the dropped question will be given five marks (+5) marks.
CUET Frequently Asked Questions 2026: CUET Application Form
Q. What is CUET application form fee?
Ans. NTA has revised the CUET application fee 2026. However, basis the previous year's fee, refer to the table below to know CUET 2026 fee:
| Category |
Up to three subjects |
For each additional subject |
|---|---|---|
| General UR |
INR 1000 |
INR 400 each |
| OBC-NCL/EWS |
INR 900 |
INR 375 each |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Third Gender |
INR 800 |
INR 350 Each |
| Centres outside India |
INR 4500 |
INR 1800 each |
Q. How to apply for CUET 2026?
Ans. To apply for CUET UG 2026 exam, candidates must follow the steps mentioned below to fill the application form:
- Go to official link of NTA CUET 2026: cuet.nta.nic.in
- Click on the tab ‘New Registration’
- Enter the personal details to create login details.
- Verify the mobile number by entering the OTP sent on the registered number
- Enter CUET login 2026 details
- Screen will now display the CUET 2026 form
- Fill detailed CUET 2026 application form by entering:
- Personal details
- Educational qualifications
- Courses preferred
- University preference
- CUET subjects
- In the final step pay CUET form fees 2026.
Q. What are the documents or certificates required to fill CUET online form 2026?
Ans. To fill the CUET application form, candidates must keep the following scanned documents ready in the prescribed size and format:
| CUET Registration Documents |
||
|---|---|---|
| Scanned Documents |
Size |
Format |
| Candidate’s photograph |
Between 10 kb to 200 kb |
JPG/JPEG File name: _Photo |
| Candidate’s signature |
Between 10 kb to 50 kb |
JPG/JPEG File name: _Signature |
| Category certificate (if applicable) |
50 kb to 300 kb |
|
| PwBD certificate (if applicable) |
Between 50 kb to 300 kb |
File name: _PwDCertificate |
Q. How can I pay CUET application fee?
Ans. To pay the CUET application fee, candidates can opt for any of the following methods:
SBI/ Canara Bank/ ICICI Bank/ Paytm payment gateways through Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking/UPI/ Wallet.
Q. Can I use my friend’s ID to register for CUET UG 2026?
Ans. No, candidates must use their own valid email ID or phone number to register for CUET 2026. All the details and important notification will be conveyed on candidate’s Email ID or through SMS.
Q. What is CUET UG application form last date 2026?
Ans. National Testing Agency reopened the CUET UG registration 2026 window again on February 23. As per the revised schedule, CUET application form 2026 was available till February 26, 2026. Applicants could pay CUET 2026 fee till February 26, 2026. Candidates must make sure to have completed the application form before deadline.
CUET Frequently Asked Questions 2026: CUET Subject List
Q. How does CUET exam provide flexibility and options to choose from?
Ans. In the CUET 2026 exam, candidates will have the opportunity to choose a maximum of six subjects from all three sections.
Q. How do I choose the CUET tests?
Ans. To check CUET course subject combination candidates must follow the steps mentioned below:
- Go to link provided- cuet.nta.nic.in
- Type name of the course
- Screen will now display the name of the colleges, courses and CUET subject mapping criteria
- Check the details or take the print of the page for future reference.
Q. The Undergraduate course I want to do is not present in the domain subject list. What should I do?
Ans. In such a case candidate must check with the university if the course is offered and what tests should be mapped to appear for CUET UG.
Commonly asked questions
Practicing with CUET UG (Common University Entrance Test) question papers from previous years offers following benefits:
Helps in knowing format, structure, and types of questions.
Student can know repeated question types.
Help students know weak and strong sections
Helps in developing important skills.
Regularly solving CUET question papers improves problem-solving skills and speed.
CUET UG question paper for each subject will consist of 50 questions. Candidates will be required to attempt all questions and no optional questions will be provided. In CUET UG 2026 there are 37 subjects- 13 languages, 23 domain subjects and general tests. While filling the CUET application form, candidates can select upto five CUET subjects aligning with the subjects studied in class 12th and course requirement.
Candidates must attempt all the questions of the subjects selected. However, candidates must keep in mind the negative marking and select the options carefully.
Common University Entrance Test UG 2025 question papers can be download at - CUET UG 2025 Question Papers. Candidates can visit the provided link and download subject wise CUET question paper 2025 PDF online for free. CUET PYQs are important for exam preparation.
Common University Entrance Test (CUET) sample papers are released by the conducting body, National Testing Agency (NTA). To download the CUET question papers follow the steps below:
- Go to- CUET Question Paper
- Select CUET subject to download the question paper for
- Click on the tab download
- Create the login details for new registrations
- Link to download the CUET question paper will be sent on the registered email ID
- Click on the link provided and save the PDF.
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CUET Frequently Asked Questions 2026: CUET Exam Pattern
Q. What is CUET exam pattern?
Ans. CUET 2026 exam will consist of multiple-choice questions. The question paper will be objective type.
Also Read:
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Q. What is the structure for CUET 2026?
Ans. As per the CUET 2026 exam structure, the exam will consist of three sections:
Section I: 13 Languages
Section II: 23 Domain-specific Subjects
Section III: General Aptitude Test
Refer to the table below to know the broad details about CUET exam pattern:
| CUET Exam Pattern |
||
|---|---|---|
| Section |
Number of Questions |
Duration of exam |
| Section IA (Language) |
50 Questions |
60 Minutes |
| Section II (Domain Subject) |
50 Questions |
60 Minutes |
| Section III (General Test) |
50 Questions |
60 minutes |
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Q. I have applied for six subjects in CUET application form, but the CUET intimation slip does not show all subjects opted.
Ans. If a candidate is unable to view all the subjects in CUET intimation Slip, he/she should wait for a while for the intimation slip to be updated. Candidates will be able to download the CUET intimation slip at cuetug.ntaonline.in.
Q. Where can I contact you in case of any query related to CUET intimation slip or CUET admit card?
Ans. In case any student faces any difficulty with the CUET City Intimation Slip / CUET 2026 Admit Card, he/she may contact at 011 - 40759000 / 011 - 69227700 or e-mail at cuet-ug@nta.ac.in. Applicants are further advised to visit NTA website(s) www.nta.ac.in or cuet.nta.nic.in for the latest updates regarding the examination.
Q. What is CUET answer key challenge process?
Ans. Once the CUET UG 2026 exam is conducted, NTA releases the CUET answer key along with the responses of the candidates. Candidates who appeared for the exam will be able to challenge answer in case of any discrepancy in answer provided by NTA. Candidates will be required to pay INR 200 per CUET 2026 answer key challenge.
The window to challenge the CUET 2026 answer key will be opened online for a duration of two to three days. Challenges will be verified and will be updated in CUET final answer key 2026 if relevant. Results will be processed based on the answer key received.
Q. Will there be any negative marking for any wrong answer?
Ans. Yes, candidates will be marked negatively for every wrong answer.
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Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered Yesterday
Yes, CUET is mandatory for Shaheed Sukhdev College of Business Studies CUET admission. The college offers the programme in full-time mode and seats are allocated through CUET + CSAS process only.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered Yesterday
No, candidates who wish to apply for BTech admissions at UIT, Karnavati University cannot do so with CUET-UG scores. Only JEE Mains or GUJCET scores are considered for UIT, Karnavati University BTech admissions for eligible candidates.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered Yesterday
No, Mahant Bachittar Singh College of Engineering and Technology has not mentioned accepting CUET-UG scores to select candidates for BTech courses. However, University of Jammu who this institute is affiliated to does accept CUET-UG scores for BTech admission.
Thus, candidates should confirm the same
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 days ago
No, CUET is not required for admission in UG courses at Acharya School of Design. Admission is available through a merit-based process. Students can apply through the official website or offline. Candidates are selected based on their performance in Class 12 and personal interview.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 days ago
No, CUET is not required for Savita Devi Jaiswal College admissions. The college offers merit-based admissions. No entrance exam is required. However, students can call the college to know more about the admission process and accepted tests.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 days ago
You can refer to NCERT subject books for basic concepts. For course based best books list, check this link.
https://www.shiksha.com/science/articles/cuet-ug-books-and-study-materials-blogId-122251
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 2 days ago
The official CUET mock test is conducted in online mode. The mock tests can be accessed at NTA website. You can also attempt Shiksha CUET Mock Test here:
https://www.shiksha.com/science/cuet-exam-mocktest
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 days ago
School of Computing Sciences, VELS Institute admission is merit-based. However, the institute consideres VELS entrance exam for MCA admission. CUET is not required/ accepted for admission in courses offered by School of Computing Sciences, VELS Institute.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 5 days ago
Yes, admission into JD Institute of Fashion Technology, Vishakhapatnam does not require CUET. Candidates wishing to take admission in JD Institute of Fashion Technology, Vishakhapatnam should have passed Class 12 and appear in GAT exam to take admission.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
SRM IST Kattankulathur does mention that its school of Science & Humanities accepts CUET-UG scores for admissions. However, that school has not mentioned anything regarding CUET-UG accepted for any BSc course admissions. Thus, candidates should ask this question from the admission desk.
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