CUET 2026 registration commenced on January 03, 2026, at cuet.nta.nic.in. The application window is closing soon. Students who want to take admission to undergraduate courses at central and other universities must apply online before last date. Get latest updates on CUET 2026 exam date, registration last date, subject mapping, and correction window schedule.
CUET UG 2026 Registration
National Testing Agency is accepting CUET UG 2026 application forms in online mode at cuet.nta.nic.in. The Common University Entrance Test registration for UG admissions 2026 started on January 03, 2026. Students can fill CUET online form till January 30 and pay form fee till January 31. Candidates who are planning to take admission to central, state and other participating universities must submit the online registration form before the CUET Ug 2026 registration last date.
As the chances of technical issues or payment failures are possible, candidates are advised to fill their forms as soon as possible.
CUET UG 2026 Application Important Dates
Aspirants planning to take Common University Entrance Test must know important dates for exam. Refer to table below to know more about CUET UG 2026 schedule.
| Events |
Dates |
|---|---|
| CUET UG 2026 Registration Started On |
03-Jan-2026 |
| CUET 2026 Registration Last Date |
30-Jan-2026 |
| CUET 2026 Form Fee Last Date |
31-Jan-2026 |
| CUET UG 2026 Exam |
11-May-2026 to 31-May-2026 |
How many CUET UG Subjects Can I Choose?
According to the guidelines mentioned by National Testing Agency in CUET UG 2026 Information Bulletin, released on January 03, candidates can select maximum 5 subjects in their online form. Students must check their target university's CUET subject mapping and eligibility criteria.
Steps to Apply for CUET UG 2026
Follow below steps to fill and submit CUET online form.
- Visit the official NTA CUET link: cuet.nta.nic.in
- Register using valid email ID and mobile number
- Fill CUET UG 2026 application form
- Upload required documents in prescribed size and format
- Pay CUET online form fee as per category and number of subjects opted
- Submit and download the confirmation page
LIVE UPDATE
CUET Registration 2026 Last Date & Correct Window: LIVE Updates
- 1:06 PM IST• 27 Jan 2026
CUET UG 2026 Registration Dates and Schedule
Students can check the upcoming CUET registration 2026 dates and schedule here.
- Last date to fill & submit online form: January 30, 2026 (11:50 pm)
- Last date to pay online form fee: January 31, 2026 (11:50 pm)
- Application correction window: February 02 to February 04, 2026
- 12:44 PM IST• 27 Jan 2026
CUET UG 2026: How to Avoid CUET Form Fee Transaction Failure?
As reported by many students, technical issues while paying the online form fee are arising. Candidates can follow below points to avoid such problems.
- Make sure you have a strong internet connection.
- Do not process with payment if it is showing server low.
- Add correct credentials in the first attempt.
- Keep the transaction receipt as proof of payment.
- 12:24 PM IST• 27 Jan 2026
CUET UG 2026 Registration LIVE: Maximum Number of Exam Cities
While filling CUET application form, candidates can select maximum four cities within the states mentioned in present and permanent address in online form. Candidates must make sure to select cities in the order of their preference.
- 12:11 PM IST• 27 Jan 2026
I made CUET UG 2026 fee payment. Money has been deducted but is not reflected in CUET portal. What to Do?
In case you have paid CUET UG 2026 online fee and money has been deducted from your account, but is not reflecting on CUET application portal, do not panic and follow below steps.
- First check the CUET UG application portal again after a few hours. Until then, keep proof of payment.
- If the status is still pending or unpaid, wait for 24-48 hours.
- If the issue persists, contact your payment gateway or bank (from where transaction was made) to confirm the transaction status.
- If the transaction has been confirmed, immediately contact CUET UG helpdesk with your application number and payment details.
- 12:00 PM IST• 27 Jan 2026
CUET Registration 2026 LIVE Updates: Students Facing Issue While Paying CUET Fee
Many students have shared their grievanceson social media platforms like X regarding issues in making CUET 2026 online fee payment. As per their post, the amount has been deducted from their account but is not visible on CUET portal.
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CUET 2026 Online Fee Payment Issue
- 11:49 AM IST• 27 Jan 2026
CUET UG 2026 Application Form Fee
Candidates have to pay following category-wise registration fee according to the number of subjects selected.
ategory
Fees upto three subjects
Fees for additional subject
General
INR 1000
INR 400
OBC NCL/ EWS
INR 900
INR375
SC/ST/PwD/PwBD/ Third Gender
INR 800
INR 350
Centres outside India
INR 4500
INR 1800
- 11:42 AM IST• 27 Jan 2026
CUET Registration 2026 LIVE Updates: Will NTA extend Last Date?
NTA is expected to extend CUET UG 2026 registration window. But, candidates who have not yet filled online form must not wait for NTA to extend and complete their registration process as soon as possible. The last date to fill CUET form is January 30.
- 11:39 AM IST• 27 Jan 2026
CUET UG 2026 Registration Window
National Testing Agency opened CUET UG registration window 2026 on January 03, 2026. The direct link to fill and submit online form is available at cuet.nta.nic.in. The application window will close soon.
- 11:32 AM IST• 27 Jan 2026
CUET Registration 2026 LIVE: Official Link to Fill Online Form
Students looking for getting admission at CUET participating universities can fill Common University Entrance Test online form at cuet.nta.nic.in.
- 11:27 AM IST• 27 Jan 2026
CUET UG 2026 Application Last Date
As per schedule shared by NTA in CUET UG 2026 Information Bulletin, CUET UG 2026 registrations will end on January 30, 2026. Candidates who will fill in their details till 11:50 pm can pay online form fee by January 31, 2026 (11:50 pm).
No, candidate cannot use the friend's email ID to register for CUET exam. Aspirant must make sure that they use their own email ID to get all the latest updates on online form, correction window, admit card and results. Using the email ID of other person is considered a form of identity fraud.
CUET registration for admission to colleges begins after the declaration of CUET results. Candidates seeking admission to CUET accepting college must ensure to register for CUET UG exam and appear for the exam on given date and time. CUET results are usually declared a month after the exam is over. Candidates must ensure to apply for CUET counselling on official link of accepting college to check the cut off and shortlist status.
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Yes, Common University Entrance Test (CUET) 2026 registration has commenced at cuet.nta.nic.in. NTA released the CUET 2026 notification on January 03. Soon after the release of the CUET official notification, the CUET registration 2026 process has commenced online at the official website. Candidates willing to appear for the CUET 2026 exam must make sure to complete the application form online. Additionally, before filling application form, candidates must make sure that they fulfill the prescribed CUET eligibility criteria to qualify for the entrance exam.