CUET UG 2026 registrations are ongoing. Students filling the CUET application form 2026 must carefully review the subject combination for admission to universiities like DU, BHU and AU. CUET central universities have released the CUET 2026 subject combination for admission to its UG courses.
With CUET Registration 2026 underway at cuet.nta.nic.in, students are advised to be careful while selecting CUET UG 2026 subject combination while filling the online application form. CUET accpeting universities have clarified that an incorrect subject combination can lead to cancellation, even if a student secures a high CUET score or percentile. As CUET scores are now used by central, state, deemed, and private universities, the registration stage itself has become decisive for undergraduate admissions.
CUET Registration 2026: Why Subject Combination Is Important?Β
While filling CUET application form 2026, candidates must choose subjects that are directly mapped to:
- Course eligibility requirements
- University admission criteria
- Merit list preparation and cut-off calculation
Universities consider only the prescribed CUET subjects while preparing course-wise merit lists. Any mismatch at the registration stage may result in rejection during counselling.
How to Choose the Right Subjects While Filling CUET Registration 2026 Form?
To select right CUET subjects 2026 students must follow the steps below:
- Finalise courses and universities first
- Check official eligibility criteria carefully
- Select domain subjects studied in Class 12
- Prefer subject combinations accepted by multiple universities
- Avoid unnecessary subjects that increase exam load
- Candidates can select up to five subjects during CUET registration.
Also Read: Allahabad University Admission 2026: CUET Language & GAT Compulsory for Undergraduate Courses
Common Errors to Avoid During CUET Registration 2026
- Selecting subjects not listed in course eligibility
- Missing mandatory subjects like Mathematics or Economics
- Assuming uniform rules across universities
- Choosing fewer subjects than required
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