CUET UG 2026: Majority of Candidates Apply for Five Subjects, Shiksha Poll Reveals

CUET UG 2026 registrations will end today at 11.50 PM. Candidates can select upto five CUET subjects from 37 subjects. Students can check the latst trends among applicants for number of CUET subjects opted. CUET UG 2026 exam will be held from May 11 to May 31 in offline mode.

CUET 2026 Subject Trend

Common University Entrance Test 2026 registration window is closing today at 11.50 PM. A recent poll conducted by Shiksha.com on CUET UG 2026 subject selection has revealed how aspirants are approaching the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) for undergraduate admissions this year. The poll highlights clear trends in the number of CUET 2026 subject papers students are opting for, reflecting both competitive strategies and growing awareness about university admission criteria. Candidates can opt for maximum five CUET subjects while filling the application form.

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CUET UG 2026 Subjects Poll Results

CUET UG 2026 Shiksha poll asked candidates: “How many subject papers have you applied for in CUET UG 2026?” The response is as follows:

1. Five subjects: 48%
2. Four subjects: 24%
3. Three subjects: 23%
4. Two subjects: 5%

With nearly half of the candidates (48%) choosing CUET five subjects, it is evident that most aspirants are trying to keep their admission options as open as possible.

Why Are Most CUET UG 2026 Aspirants Choosing Five Subjects?

As per NTA CUET criteria, students are allowed to choose any five subjects across Languages, Domain Subjects, and the General Test (as per eligibility of universities and courses). Opting for five subjects offers several advantages:

1. More Course Options
2. Higher Admission Flexibility
3. Strategic Advantage in Competitive Admissions

CUET UG 2026 Four and Three Subjects

While five subjects remain the top choice, a significant 47% of students (24% + 23%) have opted for four or three subjects. This indicates a balanced approach among aspirants who are:

1. Targeting specific courses
2. Confident about performance in limited subjects
3. Trying to reduce exam pressure and syllabus overload

CUET UG 2026 Subject Selection Guideline

Candidates who are completing or will edit the CUET application form 2026 must be mindful while selecting the CUET subjects:

1. Always check course-wise eligibility criteria of universities before finalising subjects
2. Prefer 4-5 subjects if aiming for central or top universities
3. Avoid unnecessary subjects that may effect preparation quality
4. Focus on scoring well rather than just increasing subject count