
NUCAT Test 2 registration can be done till April 13, 2026, on the official website, nucat.nitte.edu.in. The registration can also be done using the link provided below. Nitte NUCAT applicants should check the eligibility criteria before filling the application form. Candidates must book the slot after the application form is submitted. NUCAT 2026 exam date for test 2 are from April 25, 2026, to April 27, 2026. The test 2 mock tests are from April 18 to 20, 2026.
NITTE University conducts NUCAT for admission to BTech and other courses. Candidates appearing for NUCAT must take the mock test before the exam to familiarise themselves with the exam pattern and question types.
Nitte entrance exam will be conducted 3 times a year. The NUCAT test dates for all three phases are provided in the table below. Candidates can take a maximum of 3 tests, and the best attempt will be considered for ranking. The NUCAT registration fee has to be paid during the online registration process for each test. Read more to know about NUCAT Admission 2026 on this page.
- What is NUCAT?
- NUCAT 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
- NUCAT 2026 Highlights
- Application Process of NUCAT 2026
- Eligibility Criteria for NUCAT 2026
- Admit Card Details of NUCAT 2026
- Test Pattern of NUCAT 2026
- NUCAT 2026 Syllabus
- Preparation Tips For NUCAT 2026
- NUCAT Mock Test
- NUCAT 2026 Answer Key
- NUCAT Result Details 2026
- Counselling Details of NUCAT 2026
- NUCAT 2026 Frequently Asked Questions
What is NUCAT?
Admission to BTech programmes at NMAM Institute of Technology, Nitte, will be through Nitte University Common Admission Test (NUCAT) 2026. NUCAT is designed to understand knowledge and skills of the students in chosen field of study. NUCAT exam pattern includes subjects such as physics, chemistry, mathematics and biology for engineering programmes, and topics such as English, reasoning, and general knowledge for non-technical courses. NUCAT Scores are used by the university to determine eligibility of the students for admission to chosen programme. It may also be used to assign scholarships and financial aid.
NUCAT 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of NUCAT 2026 exam
| Dates | Upcoming Exam Dates |
|---|---|
| 10 Feb ' 26 - 13 Apr ' 26 | NUCAT 2026 Test 2 Registration ONGOING |
| 14 Apr ' 26 - 25 May ' 26 | NUCAT 2026 Test 3 Registration |
| 18 Apr ' 26 - 20 Apr ' 26 | NUCAT 2026 Test 2 Mock Test |
| 25 Apr ' 26 | NUCAT 2026 Test 2 Slot Booking Last Date |
| 25 Apr ' 26 - 27 Apr ' 26 | NUCAT 2026 Test 2 |
| 29 Apr ' 26 | NUCAT 2026 Test 2 Answer Key |
| 25 May ' 26 | NUCAT 2026 Test 3 Slot Booking Last Date |
| Dates | Past Exam Dates |
|---|---|
| 25 Feb ' 26 | NUCAT 2026 Test 1 Answer Key |
| 22 Feb ' 26 - 23 Feb ' 26 | NUCAT 2026 Test 1 |
| 15 Feb ' 26 - 16 Feb ' 26 | NUCAT 2026 Test 1 Mock Test |
NUCAT 2026 Highlights
Check highlights of NUCAT 2026 in table below
| Exam Particulars |
Exam Details |
| Exam Name |
NUCAT (Nitte University Common Admission Test) |
| Conducting Body |
NITTE University |
| Exam Level |
University Level |
| Exam Frequency |
3 times |
| Mode of Exam |
Online |
| Courses offered through Entrance Exam |
BTech |
| Exam Fees |
INR 1000 |
| Exam Duration |
2 hours |
| Total Marks |
120 Marks |
| Total Questions |
120 Questions · Physics - 40 questions · Chemistry - 40 questions · Mathematics - 40 questions |
| Marking Scheme |
+1 for correct answers No negative marking for wrong answers |
| Official Website |
https://nucat.nitte.edu.in/ |
| Contact Details |
9513188844 / 7259671555 / 7022807316 |
Application Process of NUCAT 2026
NUCAT Test 2 registration is ongoing. The last date to apply for test 2 is April 13, 2026. Candidates can fill NUCAT 2026 application form online. Candidates eligible to fill application form can apply for NUCAT 2026. Candidates can fill NUCAT 2026 online application form by visiting official website. The direct link to apply for NUCAT 2026 is available below.
Candidates must complete the application form by entering name, address, email address, phone number, etc. Only eligible applicants will have their application forms accepted by the authorities. The candidates must check eligibility before submitting the application form.
=>>NUCAT 2026 Application Form
Eligibility Criteria for NUCAT 2026
Candidates must fulfil NUCAT eligibility criteria to apply for course. Candidates must be 17 years old to apply for NUCAT. Candidates must have qualified Class 12. The aggregate score must be 45% in Maths and Physics for general category students. For reserved category students, the aggregate score must be 40%. The candidate must have studied Maths and Physics as mandatory subjects. The other subjects are Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, Electronics, or Information Technology. The candidates must check all these eligibility criteria to apply for NUCAT 2026.
Class - Candidates must have passed or be attempting Class 12 or equivalent examination in India.
Subjects - Candidates must have studied Mathematics and Physics as compulsory subjects. One subject from Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, Electronics, or Information Technology. The candidates must have English as one languages of study in Class 12.
Percentage - The candidate must score 45% marks (40% for reserved category) aggregate in Mathematics, Physics, and any one optional subjects mentioned above, in Class 12.
Age -The applicant must be at least 17 years old as of December 31 of the admissions year.
NRI Category - NRI category is Foreign Nationals or Persons of Indian Origin (Candidates who have completed Class 12 outside of India or Candidates sponsored by parents or blood relatives who have NRI status or Overseas Citizens of India). The admission for NRI category is based on inter-se merit, considering marks got in PCM courses in Class 12.
Admit Card Details of NUCAT 2026
NUCAT 2026 Admit Card will be made available on official website, nucat.nitte.edu.in. Applicants must download and print NUCAT admit card as it is mandatory to take admit card to exam centre. Candidates must strictly follow guidelines given on NUCAT 2026 Admit Card. Candidates can contact college if there is error in NUCAT admit card.
Test Pattern of NUCAT 2026
NUCAT 2026 examination will be conducted in online mode. NUCAT 2026 exam will have MCQs from Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. From each subject, 40 questions will come in exam. There will be total of 120 questions. For each correct answer, 1 mark will be given. There will not be any negative marks for wrong answers.
NUCAT 2026 Syllabus
The candidates can check NUCAT 2026 syllabus here. The topics included are from Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics.
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Preparation Tips For NUCAT 2026
NUCAT Mock Test
NUCAT 2026 Answer Key
Answer Key: 29 Apr ' 26
NUCAT Result Details 2026
Result: 20 Jun ' 26
Counselling Details of NUCAT 2026
Counselling: 25 Jun ' 26
NUCAT 2026 Frequently Asked Questions
2 Institutes accepting NUCAT
NITTE Meenakshi Institute of Technology
Yelahanaka, Bangalore • Private
NMAM Institute of Technology, NITTE University
Mangalore • Private