NTA will conduct CUET UG exam 2026 for second day today (May 12) for both slots. The first shift will begin at 9 AM and second shift at 3 PM. Get latest updates on exam pattern, analysis, memory-based questions, important guidelines, dress code, exam day statistics, and so on.
CUET UG 2026 Exam Analysis
Today is the second day of Common University Entrance Test. National Testing Agency will conduct CUET UG 2026 exam till May 31, 2026, in Computer Based Test mode. The exam is being conducted across 306 exam centres in India and 14 international cities across 13 countries, in two shifts. According to NTA, CUET 2026 will be conducted in 35 shifts in 21 days.
Candidates appearing for the examination, who have not yet downloaded their admit card must do so now and get a print out of the same to enter the examination hall. Candidates must reach the exam centre before gate closing time, as no entry will be allowed once the exam centre gates close. As per Day 1 exam analysis, the overall difficulty level of question paper for UG subjects conducted is moderate.
CUET UG 2026 Exam: Must-Carry Items
To enter the examination centre, candidates have to bring some important documents. Check below to get the list:
- CUET UG 2026 Admit Card
- Self-declaration form
- 2 Passport size photographs (same as uploaded in online form)
- Original valid ID proof (same one uploaded in online form)
- PwD/PwBD certificate (if claiming relaxation)
- Transparent ballpoint pen
CUET Exam Pattern 2026
Common University Entrance Test is being conducted for 13 languages, 23 domain subjects and general aptitude test, in CBT mode. Check below to know the exam pattern for CUET:
- Exam Duration: 60 minutes per subject
- Number of Questions: 50 questions per subject
- Total Marks: 250 per subject
- Marking Scheme: +5 for correct answer; -1 for incorrect answer & 0 for unattempted questions
CUET UG 2026 Reporting Time
Read below to know shift timings and their respective reporting time for Common University Entrance Test:
| Shift |
Shift Time |
Reporting Time |
|---|---|---|
| Shift 1 |
9 AM to 12 PM |
7 AM |
| Shift 2 |
3 PM to 6 PM |
1 PM |
CUET UG 2026: Day 1 Difficulty Level
National Testing Agency conducted CUET UG 2026 exam for 8 subjects per shift on first day (May 11). Check below to know CUET 2026 May 11 difficulty level:
| UG Subjects |
Exam Analysis |
|---|---|
| English |
Moderate |
| Accountancy |
Moderate |
| Economics |
Moderate to Tough |
| Business Studies |
Easy to Moderate |
| Chemistry |
Moderate |
| Political Science |
Moderate |
| Geography |
Easy to Moderate |
| History |
Moderate |
| Sociology |
Easy to Moderate |
LIVE UPDATE
CUET UG 2026 Exam Day Analysis LIVE: May 12, Day 2
- 12:00 AM IST• 12 May 2026
CUET UG Exam Day Analysis 2026: What to Expect on Day 2
Based on today’s exam analysis, students can expect overall moderate difficulty level in the exam.
- 11:46 PM IST• 11 May 2026
CUET 2026 May 12 LIVE: What if I forget to being my CUET Hall Ticket?
If you forget to bring the hard copy of your CUET UG 2026 admit card, the authorities at the exam centre will not allow entry into the examination hall.
- 11:38 PM IST• 11 May 2026
CUET UG 2026 LIVE: Students’ Views on Day 1 Exam
According to the feedbacks received by test takers for CUET May 11 exam, the difficulty level for different subjects ranges from easy to moderate to difficult. In some subjects like Accounts, there were questions from topics (Preference Shares)that were never asked before in CUET exam. Additionally, in other subjects, some questions were exactly the same as those in CUET UG 2025 and only the question was rephrased.
- 11:31 PM IST• 11 May 2026
CUET UG 2026 Subjects Exam Conducted Today
Entrance test for only 8 CUET UG subjects per shift was conducted today. These are:
- May 11, Shift 1: English; Accountancy / Book Keeping; Business Studies; Chemistry; Economics / Business Economics; Geography / Geology; History; and Political Science.
- May 11, Shift 2: English; Accountancy / Book Keeping; Business Studies; Computer Science / Informatics Practices; Economics / Business Economics; History; Political Science; and Sociology
- 11:24 PM IST• 11 May 2026
CUET 2026 May 11, Day 1 Exam Conducted Successfully
NTA has successfully conducted Common University Entrance Test for Day 1 today.
- Name of the candidate
- Registration number
- Category
- Location
- Date of exam
- Time of exam
- Exam centre name & address
- Photograph
- Signature
- Instructions related to the exam
- 11:20 PM IST• 11 May 2026
CUET UG 2026 Exam Centre: Gate Closing Time
NTA has shared the gate closing time for both shifts on its official website. Check below to know the same:
Shift
Gate Closing Time
Shift 1
8:30 AM
Shift 2
2:30 PM
- 11:14 PM IST• 11 May 2026
CUET UG 2026 Day 2 Analysis LIVE: Reporting Time
The reporting time at the allotted exam centres for CUET UG 2026 exam is 7 AM for Shift 1 and 1 PM for Shift 2.
- 11:08 PM IST• 11 May 2026
CUET UG 2026 Exam Shift Timings
The Common University Entrance Test is being conducted in two shifts – Shift 1 & 2. There timings are as follows:
- Shift 1: 9 AM to 12 PM
- Shift 2: 3 PM to 6 PM
- 11:07 PM IST• 11 May 2026
CUET UG 2026 Day 2 Exam to be Conducted Tomorrow
National Testing Agency will conduct CUET UG 2026 exam for Day 2, tomorrow at multiple exam centres.
Commonly asked questions
Candidates can check the CUET 2026 allotted exam centre upon release of CUET intimation slip and CUET admit card. Only candidates who will fill the CUET application form along with the successful application fee payment will be able to download the intimation slip for CUET exam. The name of exam centre will be mentioned on the intimation alip in advance to help candidates make preparations accordingly. The CUET 2026 admit card is expected to release three to four days prior to the day of examination in online mode. Candidates will be able to check the following details on the release of CUET 2026 admit card:
Candidates must note that the CUET exam centre once allotted, no request for change in exam centre will be entertained under any circumstances. Candidates are advised to carefully enter the exam centre preference while filling the CUET 2026 application form.
As per NIRF ranking 2025, top 5 CUET UG Universities are:
NIRF 2- Jawaharlal Nehru University
NIRF 4- Jamia Millia Islamia
NIRF 6- Banaras Hindu University
NIRF 5- University of Delhi
NIRF 10- Aligarh Muslim University
The CUET General Test is moderate in difficulty level. The exam is not very difficult if the candidate is prepared well for the exam. CUET General Test assess candidate's basic aptitude, reasoning and general awareness. CUET General Test includes topics like percentages, profit & loss, ratio & proportions, time & work, simple compound & interest and may more topics in class 12th NCERT curriculum.
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