CUET UG 2026 May 13 Exam Day LIVE: Shift 1 Starts; Subject-Wise Memory Based Questions & Analysis

CUET UG 2026 May 13 exam has commenced. The question paper follows the prescribed pattern. Each subject question paper includes 50 multiple choice questions. The duration for each CUET subject examination si 60 minutes.

The National Testing Agency has closed the gates for CUET UG 2026 Shift 1 examination scheduled on May 13. Candidates appearing for eight subjects in the morning shift were required to report before 8:30 AM, as no entry was allowed after the gate closing time. The examination commenced at 9 AM across designated centres.

CUET UG 2026 Shift 1 exam centre gates have officially closed at 8:30 AM. Candidates who reached after the deadline were not permitted to enter the examination centres. Students were advised to arrive early to avoid last-minute delays due to security checks and biometric verification.

Candidates appearing for the CUET UG 2026 exam were instructed not to carry restricted items inside the examination hall. The prohibited items include:

• Smartwatches, calculators, Bluetooth devices, and other electronic gadgets
• Wallets, handbags, and purses
• Any paper or written material except the CUET UG admit card
• Earphones, mobile phones, or communication devices

Students found carrying restricted items may face disqualification or denial of entry.

The CUET UG 2026 Shift 1 examination will start at 9 AM, while the exam centre gate closing time is fixed at 8:30 AM. Candidates are advised to reach the allotted exam centre between 7 AM and 8 AM to complete frisking, biometric attendance, and document verification smoothly amid heavy crowd movement.

CUET UG 2026 exam centre gates for Shift 1 candidates opened early in the morning. Students started arriving at centres and queued up for frisking and verification procedures before entering the examination hall.

Candidates appearing for the CUET UG 2026 examination were instructed to carry a printed copy of all pages of the CUET admit card. Authorities clarified that all details printed on the admit card should be clearly visible for verification at the examination centre.

NTA has opened the gates for CUET UG 2026 exam centre. The shift 1 entry has commenced. Candidates scheduled to appear for May 13 shift 1 must report at exam centre before 8.30 AM.

Candidates appearing for CUET UG 2026 May 13 Day 3 exmaination must ensure to follow below notice:

• Carry the printed admit card on A-4 size sheet
• Carry a passport-size photo  at exam centre.
• Carry original ID card as upload in application form.
• Follow NTA CUET UG dress code 2026
• Reach the exam centre on time.
• Do not completely rely on maps to reach exam centre.
• Do not carry any prohibited items to the exam hall.
• The exam will be conducted under strict CCTV surveillance

The duration of each CUET UG 2026 subject examination is one hour. NTA has allotted candidates different shifts, and students may appear for up to three subjects in a single shift.

CUET UG 2026 Shift Timings

• Shift 1: 9 AM to 12 PM
• Shift 2: 3 PM to 6 PM

Candidates are advised to reach the allotted exam centre well before the reporting time to complete security and verification formalities smoothly.

The National Testing Agency will commence the CUET UG 2026 examination in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. The exam for May 13 will be conducted in two shifts across multiple exam centres in India and abroad. Candidates will also be able to check the detailed CUET UG 2026 subject-wise analysis, memory-based questions, and important topics after the examination concludes.

NTA follows the below marking scheme for the CUET UG 2026 examination:

Students appearing for the CUET UG 2026 examination can follow these simple tips to stay relaxed and confident before entering the exam hall:

• Get proper sleep the night before the exam
• Avoid comparing preparation levels with friends
• Focus only on light revision on exam day
• Maintain a positive and confident mindset throughout the examination

CUET UG 2026 will be conducted for 13 languages, 23 domain subjects, and the General Aptitude Test. As per the official exam pattern, each subject paper will contain 50 multiple-choice questions (MCQs). The duration of each subject exam will be one hour. Since the examination includes negative marking, candidates must answer questions strategically.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) follows a negative marking scheme in the CUET UG 2026 examination. For every incorrect answer, one mark will be deducted. Candidates are advised to avoid random guessing and attempt questions carefully to maximise their scores.

Candidates appearing for the CUET UG 2026 examination must carry all the required documents to the allotted exam centre for verification purposes. Entry may be denied if any mandatory document is missing.

Documents Required for CUET UG 2026 Exam

• CUET UG Admit Card 2026
• Self-declaration form
• Two passport-size photographs
• Original valid photo ID proof (same ID used during CUET application form submission)
• PwD/PwBD certificate (if applicable)

The National Testing Agency has recorded a total of 15,68,866 registrations for the CUET UG 2026 examination. This year’s CUET UG is one of the largest computer-based entrance examinations being conducted across India and abroad.

As per the official data, nearly 43% of the total candidates are concentrated in three states, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Delhi. Together, these states account for approximately 6.74 lakh candidates and 9,922 subject combinations.

1. Transparent water bottle
2. Articles or objects of faith (subject to frisking)
3. Religious threads such as kalava
4. Woollen clothes, if required due to weather conditions
5. Normal shoes, slippers, or low heels

Candidates appearing for the CUET UG 2026 examination will be permitted to carry only limited items inside the examination hall. Students must follow the official guidelines issued by NTA to avoid any inconvenience during security checks.

According to the official notification released by the National Testing Agency (NTA), the highest number of candidates have registered for the CUET UG 2026 English exam. A total of 12,64,099 students have applied for the English paper, making it the most opted subject in CUET UG 2026. Chemistry emerged as the second most popular subject, with nearly 9.5 lakh candidates registering for the examination.

Candidates appearing for the CUET UG 2026 examination must ensure they have downloaded and printed the CUET UG admit card before reporting to the exam centre. Students are advised to carry at least 2-3 printouts of the hall ticket for verification and future reference.

Candidates appearing for the CUET UG 2026 examination are advised to follow the prescribed dress code and carry only permitted items to the examination centre. Students should avoid wearing heavy jewellery or carrying electronic gadgets inside the exam hall.

The National Testing Agency has announced separate gate closing timings for both shifts. Candidates must reach the allotted examination centre before the prescribed time, as entry will not be allowed after gate closure.

As per the official schedule released by NTA, the CUET UG 2026 exam will be conducted in the following shifts:

• Shift 1: 9 AM to 12 PM
• Shift 2: 3 PM to 6 PM

Students appearing for the CUET UG 2026 examination must carefully follow all exam day instructions issued by NTA. Candidates are advised to carry all mandatory documents and avoid carrying restricted items to the examination centre.

The detailed CUET UG 2026 May 13 exam analysis for Shift 1 and Shift 2 will be updated after the conclusion of the examination. Candidates can check the complete subject-wise difficulty level, memory-based questions, important topics, and students’ reactions here.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct the CUET UG 2026 Day 3 examination today, May 13, in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. Candidates appearing for the examination must report to their allotted exam centres as per the date and time mentioned on the admit card to avoid last-minute issues.