Which IIT accepts CUET score?

CUET UG scores are not accepted by IITs. Common University Entrance Test for UG is conducted for admission to state, central, private, deemed and government institutions. Admission to UG courses of IITs is offered through other national level entrance examinations.

Is CUET UG college list released?

NTA has released the CUET UG 2026 college and universities list. Candidates preparing for CUET UG 2026 can check the list of CUET accepting colleges 2026 at cuet.nta.nic.in. More than 250 universities are accepting CUET scores for admission to 2026-27 academic year. Candidates can now check the university-wise UG courses and eligibility criteria.

How many universities accept CUET score?

Common University Entrance Test (CUET) score 2026 will be accepted by more than 205 universities (central, state, private and deemed) across India. On the basis of the CUET UG score, candidates are offered admission to UG programme of the participating colleges. Candidates applying for admission to UG programme must ensure to check the course eligibility criteria before filling the application form. Some of the top CUET accepting universities with NIRF ranking 2024 are: Name State NIRF Rank 2024 Jawaharlal Nehru University Delhi 2 Jamia Millia Islamia Delhi 3 Banaras Hindu University Uttar Pradesh 5 University of Delhi Delhi 6 Aligarh Muslim University Uttar Pradesh 8

Which are top central universities accepting CUET score?

The top central universities accepting CUET UG scores 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

What is the medium of CUET UG?

Common University Entrance Test (CUET) UG is conducted Assamese, Bengali, English, Gujarati, Hindi, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Punjabi, Odia, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu languages. Candidates must note that the selection of medium will be restricted to state/UTs. Refer the table below to know the mediums restricte to respective state/UTs: Language Examination Centres English All examination centres English and Hindi All examination centres English and Assamese Examination centres in Assam English and Bengali Examination centres in West Bengal, Tripura, and Andaman and Nicobar Islands English and Gujarati Examination centres in Gujarat, Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu English and Kannada Examination centres in Karnataka English and Malayalam Examination centres in Kerala and Lakshadweep English and Marathi Examination centres in Maharashtra English and Odia Examination centres in Odisha English and Punjabi Examination centres in Punjab, Chandigarh and Delhi/New Delhi (Including Faridabad, Gurugram, Ghaziabad, Meerut, Noida/Greater Noida) English and Tamil Examination centres in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Andaman and Nicobar Islands English and Telugu Examination centres in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana English and Urdu All examination centres in India

What is CUET UG exam?

Common University Entrance Test/ CUET UG is an entrance exam. It is conducted for admission to UG programs offered by various central, state, private and deemed universities. Candidates willing to take admission to undergraduation programme in streams like Science, Humanities, Commerce, Law and Management must appear for CUET UG exam when conducted. This entrance examination assesses candidates at various levels: Language, domain knowledge and general aptitude. CUET UG is conducted annually in computer based mode. CUET UG scores are accepted by more than 300 universities across India.

What programs does CUET UG provide admission for?

CUET UG is conducted for admission to more than 260 universities across India. List of programs offered through CUET UG are: Bachelor of Arts (B.A) B.A (Hons.) Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Bachelor of Sience (B.Sc.) (Hons.) Bachelor of Vocational studies B.Sc-M.Sc. Integrated program Integrated M. Optometry Integrated M.A Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) (Hons.) Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS) Bachelor of Business Administration (Financial Investment Analysis) [BBA (FIA)] Bachelor of Business Economics (BBE) Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed.) Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA)

What is CUET UG full form?

CUET stands for Common University Entrance Test. It is a national level entrance test conducted by National Testing Agency for UG and PG programs. It is a single window examination for admission to universities in India. It is a single window examination for students to apply to multiple universities across India. This examination is compulsory for admission to all central universities in India.

How many subjects can a candidate choose in CUET UG while filling the application form?

The numbers for choosing CUET subjects are five out of the 37 options available. Refer to the table below for more details on CUET subject choices. Section 1A (13 languages) Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Gujarati, Odia, Bengali, Assamese, Punjabi, English, Hindi, and Urdu. Section 2- (23 domain-specific subjects) Accountancy/ Book Keeping, Biology/ Biological Studies/ Biotechnology/Biochemistry, Business Studies, Chemistry, Computer Science/ Informatics Practices, Economics/ Business Economics, Geography/Geology, History, Home Science, Knowledge Tradition and Practices of India, Environmental Science, Mathematics, Physical Education/ NCC /Yoga, Physics, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, Agriculture, Mass Media/ Mass Communication, Anthropology, Fine Arts/ Visual Arts (Sculpture/ Painting)/Commercial Arts, Performing Arts – (i) Dance (Kathak/ Bharatnatyam/ Oddisi/ Kathakali/Kuchipudi/ Manipuri (ii) Drama- Theatre (iii) Music General (Hindustani/ Carnatic/ Rabindra Sangeet/ Percussion/ Non-Percussion), Sanskrit [For all Shastri (Shastri 3 years/ 4 years Honours), and Tourism Section 3 General Test Source - Multiple external/ official sites on the web, data may vary. Read more: CUET Syllabus

Which are the non editable details in CUET application form?

Candidates will not be able to edit the following details in the CUET 2026 application form once submitted: Mobile number Email address Permanent and correspondence address Emergency contact details

Is it important to select CUET subjects studied in class 12th?

Yes, it is important for students to align the CUET UG subjects with the subjects studied in class 12th. Top central universities like Delhi University, does not accept CUET subject scores which have not been studied by student in class 12th. While selecting CUET subjects candidates must make sure that CUET subjects must closely or completely align with the subjects studied in class 12th. Failing which, candidate will be disqualified for admission despite a good score.

I have forgotten my CUET application number. How can I login for CUET application form?

If a candidate has forgotten his/her CUET application number, it can be retrieved by following the steps below: Check registered email ID and phone number for SMS as It includes CUET application form number on successful registration. Check the saved page of CUET application form. or, Candidates may contact at NTA to know their CUET application form number. After getting the CUET application number, students must ensure to note it somewhere for future login process. CUET application form number is required to login and download the admit card or results when released.

Who is eligible to register for CUET-UG counselling?

Students who will appear for CUET 2026 exam will be eligible to register for CUET counselling 2026. Students must keep their Class X, Class XII, and CUET scorecards for CUET UG 2026 counselling registration ready. Students must check for below documents: Qualifying examination certificate Transfer certificate Conduct certificate Caste certificate Reservation category certificate Photocopies of original documents

I am class 12th board topper. Do I need to participate in CUET UG counselling? Or will I be offered direct admission in central university?

Yes, you will have to appear for the CUET counselling rounds of the central universities. Admission to central universities is offered based on CUET UG scores. Candidates must note that class 12th marks will not be considered for final admission to UG courses of central universities. Class 12th marks are used for tie-breaking criteria. Candidates must ensure to appear for Common University Entrance Test for Undergraduate courses to qualify for counselling rounds.

Does NTA announce CUET counselling dates?

No, National Testing Agency does not announce the CUET dates for counselling. The role of NTA ends soon after the declaration of CUET UG results. To know the CUET counselling sates, candidates must visit the official website of university they desire to take admission in. Every CUET participating university will release its own admission through CUET UG schedule.

In which courses can I secure admission through CUET?

More than 200 CUET participating universities, including central, state, government, private, and deemed institutes offer admission to various undergraduate and integrated courses through Common University Entrance Test (CUET-UG). Each CUET college offers the courses across Science, Humanities, Commerce, Management, Law, Engineering, and other streams. Students planning to get admission through CUET exam have to check the courses offered by their target university on their official website, NTA official website, or at Shiksha page.

How is CUET UG cut off calculated?

The CUET UG cut off is determined by CUET participating universities seperately. Parameters on the basis of which CUET UG cut off is released are: Total number of candidates that appeared for the CUET UG exam The number of seats offered by the participating universities through CUET UG The difficulty level of the CUET exam Overall performance of the test takers (pass percentage/ score range, etc.) CUET cut off is based on the percentile of the candidate. To calculate the CUET percentile following formula is applied: 100*Number of candidates appeared in the session with a raw score is equal to or less than a candidate/ total number of candidates appeared for CUET UG.

When and where to download CUET cutoff?

CUET UG 2026 cutoff will be released by the accepting universities. Candidates can check the CUET cutoff on the official website of accepting universities soon after the declaration of results.

What to do after the declaration of CUET result?

After the declaration of CUET result, the following steps should be taken: Check your result and confirm that you have qualified for the exam. Download your admit card and keep it safe. Start preparing for the counselling process. Apply for the colleges of your choice. Attend the counselling sessions and choose the college that you want to join. Submit the required documents and pay the admission fee. Join the college and start your journey towards higher education.

What is CUET UG cut off for top courses?

CUET UG cut off will vary from course to course and universities. To know the cut off for CUET UG courses, candidates must stay updated with the notification released by the universities for admissions. As per the previous year analysis, candidates can expect the CUET UG cut off for various top courses under Arts, Commerce and Science as mentioned below: University CUET cutoff link Delhi University CUET DU Cutoff Allahabad University CUET AU cutoff Banaras Hindu University CUET BHU cutoff

What is CUET result date?

NTA will announce the CUET result 2026 tentatively in first week of July. CUET UG result 2026 will be announced at cuet.nta.nic.in online. Candidates who will appear for the exam can check their scores online. Students will be required to enter their login credentials to view the CUET scorecard 2026. NTA will mention the applicant's details and subject-wise score for CUET 2026. The scores will be sent to the universities for which candidates have applied soon after the declaration of results. Candidates must note that the role of NTA ends soon after the declaration of CUET results 2026.

Is 700 a good score in CUET?

Yes, 700 is a good score in CUET. This score can help candidates place in top colleges of Delhi University, banaras Hindu University and Allahabad University. 700 score is considered to a CUET good score creating a percentile of 95+.

How to mark using CUET answer key?

After downloading the CUET provisional answer key, candidates must also download CUET response sheet. Candidates must match answers marked on the response sheet. While marking correct answers, candidates must follow marking scheme mentioned below: +5 marks will be given for every correct answer 1 mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer

Does NTA releases the CUET mock test?

National Testing Agency is expected to release CUET UG mock test at nta.ac.in. If released, candidates can appear for CUET mock test by following steps below: Visit official link og NTA: nta.ac.in Click on tab 'Mock Test' Now select exam name Select paper name Click on 'Start Mock Test'

Which are the central universities accepting CUET UG scores?

There are 44 central universities in India acceoting CUET UG scores. The list of central universities accepting CUET result are: Jawaharlal Nehru University Jamia Millia Islamia Banaras Hindu University Aligarh Muslim University University of Hyderabad University of Delhi Assam University Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University Central Sanskrit University Central Tribal University of Andhra Pradesh Central University of Andhra Pradesh Central University of Gujarat Central University of Haryana Central University of Himachal Pradesh Central University of Jammu Central University of Jharkhand Central University of Karnataka Central University of Kashmir Central University of Kerala Central University of Odisha Central University of Rajasthan Central University of South Bihar Central University of Tamil Nadu Dr Harisingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University Indira Gandhi National Tribal University Mahatma Gandhi Antarrashtriya Hindi Vishwavidyalaya Mahatma Gandhi Central University Manipur University Maulana Azad National Urdu University Mizoram University Nagaland University National Sanskrit University North-eastern Hill University Pondicherry University Rajiv Gandhi University Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri National Sanskrit University Sikkim University Tezpur University The English and Foreign Languages University Tripura University University of Allahabad Visva-Bharati University

What special facilities are provided to PwD candidates to appear for CUET exam?

As per the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (Divyangjan) under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment guidelines, PwD candidates will be provided with following facilities: Scribe facility: In case the candidate has physical limitation and required a scribe for writing the exam, he/she must be certified in the format provided by CMO/Civil Surgeon/ Medical Superintendent of a Government Health Care Institution. Extra time: PwD candidates will get extra time of one hour whether such candidates use scribe facilities or not.

What is the total score in CUET UG?

CUET UG total marks is 250 Marks for each subject. Candidates can choose up to five CUET subjects. Each subject paper has 50 questions which will total to 250 marks for each subject. For every correct answer, candidate will get 5 marks. The CUET total marks will be uniform for all 37 subjects. The Total CUET subjects marks can vary depending on the number of subjects chosen by candidates. If three CUET subjects chosen: 750 total marks If four CUET subjects chosen: 1000 total marks If five CUET subjects chosen: 1250 total marks

When to apply for CUET exam 2026?

Candidates could re-apply for CUET exam 2026. NTA reopned the CUET application form 2026 online window. Candidates must have registered for CUET exam and selected appropriate CUET subjects to be eligible for admissions. CUET UG application form 2026 window has been closed.

From where can I download CUET sample papers?

Common University Entrance Test (CUET) sample papers are released by the conducting body, National Testing Agency (NTA). To download the CUET question papers follow the steps below: Go to- CUET Question Paper Select CUET subject to download the question paper for Click on the tab download Create the login details for new registrations Link to download the CUET question paper will be sent on the registered email ID Click on the link provided and save the PDF.

What is the latest pattern for CUET UG exam?

Candidates can see the table showing the latest CUET UG exam pattern 2026 below - Section Number of Questions Duration Language 50 60 Minutes Domain Specific 50 General Test 50 Note: The exam pattern is taken from official website of the conducting body and can be changed if instructed by it. Hope this helps your query! All the best!

What is the difficulty level of the CUET exam?

The difficulty level of the CUET exam varies between moderate and tough. Since the CUET UG exam is held for multiple subjects and slots, the difficulty level of the exam varies from subject to subject. Sometimes, the difficulty level may also vary for different slots. While for the well-prepared candidates, the difficulty level will be low, for the underprepared students, the level of difficulty will be on the higher side.

What is CUET exam duration for each subject?

CUET UG exam pattern have three sections. Section I- 13 Languages Section II- 23 Domain Subject Section III- General Test Candidates will get 60 minutes for each language, domain subject and language. Candidates will not be given extra time

How many subjects can I choose for the CUET exam?

From CUET UG 2026 onwards, candidates can now choose for five CUET subjects. Earlier, the subject choices were six. With the rediuction in number of CUET subjects, the choices have been reduced. Candidates can opt for five subjects from 23 domain subjects of any stream irrespective of subjects studied in class 12th.

Which are the languages included in CUET UG?

CUET UG langauge section will now consist of 13 languages instead of 33 languages. The 13 langauges of CUET UG 2026 are: English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu and Urdu. Whereas, the languages which have been deleted are: Arabic, Bodo, Chinese, Dogri, French, German, Italian, Janpanese, Kashmiri, Konkani, Maithili, Manipuri, Nepali, Persian, Russian, Santhali, Sindhi, Spanish, Tibetan, Sanskrit.

What type of questions are asked in the CUET exam?

The CUET questions are objective in nature and carries four options also known as MCQs. Candidates will have to choose the correct answer option and click on it with the help of mouse. Since CUET UG 2026 exam will be conducted in a CBT mode, test-takers will be able to mark only one answer option. In case it is the correct option, students will get +5 marks and in case of wrong answer, negative marking scheme will be applied. Hence, candidates must ensure the accuracy of the answer before selecting the answer.

Does the CUET syllabus also include chapters from Class 11?

No, class 11th subject syllabus is not included in CUET UG exam. Students who are preparing for CUET 2026 exam must focus on class 12th NCERT curriculum. NTA prescribes the CUET UG syllabus on its official website. Candidates must be familar the detailed syllabus mentioned on the NTA CUET official website- cuet.nta.nic.in. However, for better concepts clarity, candidates may refer to the class 11th resources. NTA CUET 2026 exam will be scheduled in May/June 2026 tentatively. Candidates preparing for board examinations must prepare well for the CUET exam along.

How many exams do I have to give for CUET? Is the syllabus different from class 12th?

Candidates have to appear for number of subjects chosen for CUET exam. Students can opt for maximum five CUET subjects. Candidates must have selected the CUET subjects based on the course criteria they desire to pursue. CUET UG syllabus is similar to class 12 NCERT curriculum. Candidates preparing for exam must focus on NCERT syllabus and previous year question papers to ace the examination.

Is CUET UG exam compulsory?

Common University Entrance Test is compulsory for admission to the undergraduate programme of central universities. Candidates must have a valid score in CUET UG exam to get admission in desired course and college. Some CUET state and private universities conduct own entrance test and also accept CUET UG scores.

Is Mathematics compulsory for CUET UG?

No, Mathematics is not a compulsory subject to appear for CUET UG exam. NTA conducts CUET UG exam for 13 languages, 23 domain subjects and general test. Candidates can choose any five subjects based on the course and college criteria. CUET Mathematics can be opted if the course criteria suggests.

How many subjects do I have to take to appear for CUET UG?

Candidates can select upto five CUET subjects to appear for CUET UG exam. CUET UG subject selection criteria depends upon the course and college candidate desire to take admission in. Candidates must follow the course criteria to select the CUET subjects and align with the subjects studied in class 12th.

Who can avail the scribe facility for CUET UG?

PwD candidates who are visually impaired or have disability in the upper limb or have lost hands/fingers which prevents them from operating the CUET UG computer based test will be able to avail the scribe facility. Such candidates can take the help of scribe for reading the questions or keying the answers as per the direction of candidate. The scribe will not be allowed to explain or suggest the answer. To avail the service of scribe, PwD candidates must opt for it while filling the CUET 2026 application form. The scribe will be provided by CUET 2026 conducting body National Testing Agency (NTA) only.

How many students have registered for CUET UG 2026 exam?

For the CUET UG 2026 exam, 15,68,666 candidates have applied for the exam. This year has been marked by higher registrations. Approximately 67.56 Lacs candidates were allowed to choose upto 5 subjects.

What is CUET UG 2026 overall difficulty level?

The overall difficulty level of CUET UG 2026 exam is moderate. As per the student review, the domain subject question paper is mostly based on NCERT books and previous year questions.

What type of questions are asked in the CUET exam?

The CUET questions are objective in nature and carries four options also known as MCQs. Candidates will have to choose the correct answer option and click on it with the help of mouse. Since CUET UG 2026 exam will be conducted in a CBT mode, test-takers will be able to mark only one answer option. In case it is the correct option, students will get +5 marks and in case of wrong answer, negative marking scheme will be applied. Hence, candidates must ensure the accuracy of the answer before selecting the answer.

In which cities can I appear for CUET UG exam?

Candidates can select the preferred exam city based on permanent or present address while filling the application form. NTA allots the CUET exam centre based on the preferences added. NTA conducts CUET UG exam across 306 exam cities in India and 15 cities abroad.

When is CUET UG admit card released?

Common University Entrance Test admit card is released two to three days before the exam date. National Testing Agency, conducting body of CUET UG, issues the CUET UG admit card in multiple phases depending upon the number of slots and exam duration.

In which mode is CUET UG admit card released?

Common University Entrance Test UG admit card is released in online mode only. Candidates are required to enter the CUET UG login details to download hall ticket.

Who can download CUET admit card?

Common University Entrance Test admit card can be downloaded by registered candidates only. Students must visit the official link to download the CUET hall ticket PDF when released. The admit card mentions the exam centre details, subject-wise exam date and slot timings.

CUET UG 2026: Provisional Answer Key (OUT), Challenge Window (OPEN), Scorecard, Expected Cutoff

Updated on Jun 9, 2026 15:51 IST

By Shruti Garg, Assistant Manager- Editorial

Overview

CUET UG 2026: National Testing Agency has released CUET UG 2026 provisional answer key. Candidates can now calculate their probable scores using the provisional answer key and response sheet. To download the CUET answer key 2026, candidates must enter their application number and password on the official website, cuet.nta.nic.in. Students have also been provided the window to challenge the answer key.

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CUET UG 2026 Provisional Answer Key

NTA has released the CUET UG 2026 provisional answer key at cuet.nta.nic.in. Candidates who appeared for the examination can download the answer key and CUET response sheet 2026 PDF by logging in using their application number and password. Candidates also have the opportunity to challenge the provisional answer key by paying the INR 200 as objection fee for each question challenged.

CUET UG 2026 Answer Key Challenge Fee

The CUET UG answer key 2026 challenge fee is INR 200 per question. The processing fee is non-refundable and can be paid online via debit/credit card, UPI, or net banking. While challenging the CUET key 2026, candidates must ensure to review the objection and provide supporting evidence carefully.

CUET 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of CUET 2026 exam

Dates	Upcoming Exam Dates
To Be Notified	CUET UG 2026 Result TENTATIVE

Dates	Past Exam Dates
09 Jun ' 26	CUET UG 2026 Provisional Answer Key
06 Jun ' 26 - 07 Jun ' 26	CUET UG 2026 Recheduled Exam
11 May ' 26 - 31 May ' 26	CUET UG 2026 Exam
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CUET UG Highlights 2026

Students can check table below to know about CUET UG 2026 exam. Students can check CUET exam highlights for pattern, mode of examination, full form, official website and more.

Features	Details
Exam Name (Full Form)	Common University Entrance Test for Undergraduate
Acronym	CUET UG
Conducting Body	National Testing Agency (NTA)
Level of Examination	Undergraduate
Year Started	2022
Frequency	Once in a year
Mode of Exam	Computer Based Test
Purpose	Admission to Undergraduate program of state, central, private and deemed universities
Eligibility	Passed class 12^th examination or equivalent
Number of Subjects	37
Medium	13 languages
Official website	cuet.nta.nic.in examinationservices.nic.in nta.ac.in

CUET UG Exam Over the Years

CUET UG exam was first introduced in 2022. The exam offers merit based admissions at central, state, private and deemed universities. CUET exam was introduced as revamped version of CUCET, making it compulsory for all central universities to offer admission through CUET UG. Every year more than 9 lakh candidates register and appear for CUET UG exam. Making it the largest undergraduate entrance examination for central universities. Check image below to know CUET UG past year trends for registrations and number of students who appeared.

CUET UG 2026 Participating Universities

CUET UG 2026 scores are accepted by more than 200 universities across India. CUET participating universities include:

Central Universities
State Universities
Deemed Universities
Private Universities
Government Institutions

The above universities uses CUET score to prepare merit list, cutoff list and allot seats. To check the complete list of all CUET accepting universities, check the link below:

CUET Colleges: List of Participating Universities, Courses Offered, Admission Process

CUET UG Result 2026

DeskCalendar Result: To be notified

NTA is expected to declare the CUET UG 2026 result in the first week of July 2026. Candidates will be able to download the CUET scorecard online using their application number and password. The scorecard will mention subject-wise scores and percentiles. After the declaration of results, participating universities will separately begin their counselling and admission process.

On release of CUET scorecard, candidates can check following details

Name of candidate
Subject-wise score
Subject-wise percentile

Also read more about CUET results:

List of CUET Colleges in 80-89 Percentage

List of CUET Colleges in 90-99 Percentile

CUET Marks Vs Percentile

What After CUET UG 2026 Results?

Once CUET 2026 results are declared, candidates have to appear for CUET counselling rounds. CUET counselling is not conducted in a centralised manner by NTA. Each participating university releases the CUET counselling form 2026 on their official websites. Based on CUET score, candidates have to register for CUET counselling 2026 on university official website and enter their course and college preferences. CUET counselling process includes:

University Level CUET Counselling registration
Choice filling in order of preference (After CUET results are announced)
Release of CUET cutoff or merit list
Document verification
Seat Allotment

CUET UG Counselling Process 2026

The CUET 2026 counselling process will be conducted by the participating institutes separately. Each institute will release its merit list based on the qualifying candidates after the declaration of the result. Interested candidates will have to register and then participate in the CUET counselling process, which will be held online. In general, there are approximately three rounds of counselling and the number of rounds may vary depending on the seat vacancy. After the CUET 2026 seat allotment result is declared, candidates will have to accept the admission offer by reporting to the institutes and getting their documents verified. There are certain colleges where, instead of counselling, interview rounds will be conducted. NTA will inform the admission process for those programmes separately in the information brochure of CUET.

CUET 2026 Cut Off

CUET cutoff 2026 will be released separately by participating institutes. The cutoff refers to the minimum marks one has to secure to qualify for the exam. While NTA will release the qualifying cutoff, participating institutes will release separate cutoffs for each programme offered by them. The CUET cutoff marks will be decided based on factors such as difficulty level of exam, the number of test-takers, and seats, among others.

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What is CUET Qualifying Marks 2026?

CUET passing marks or CUET qualifying marks are prescribed by the respective universities for admission to its UG courses. The CUET 2026 passing marks will vary from course to course and university to university.

Check CUET UG cutoff and admission process for Participating Universities below:

Name of University/College	CUET Admission Process	CUET Cut Off
University of Delhi	DU Admission Through CUET	CUET DU Cut Off
Banaras Hindu University	BHU UG Admission Through CUET	CUET BHU Cut Off
University of Allahabad	Allahabad University (AU) Admission Through CUET	CUET AU Cut Off
Dr. B.R Ambedkar University Delhi	BR Ambedkar University Admission Through CUET	CUET B.R Ambedkar Cut Off
Jamia Milia Islamia University	JMI Admission Through CUET	CUET JMI Cut Off
Jawaharlal Nehru University	JNU Admission Through CUET	CUET JNU Cut Off
Aligarh Muslim University	AMU Admission Through CUET	CUET AMU Cut Off
Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU)	IPU Admission Through CUET	CUET IPU Cut Off
Central University Karnataka	CU Karnataka Admission Through CUET	CUET CUK Cut Off
Central University of Kashmir	CU Kashmir Admission Through CUET	CUET CU Kashmir Cut Off
Tezpur University	Tezpur University Admission Through CUET	CUET Tezpur University Cut Off
Central University Rajasthan	CU Rajasthan Admission Through CUET	CUET CU Rajasthan Cut Off
Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU)	Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar (BBAU) Admission Through CUET	CUET BBAU Cut Off
Central University Jammu	CU Jammu Admission Through CUET	CUET CU Jammu Cut Off
Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS)	TISS UG Admission Through CUET	CUET TISS UG Cut Off
ICAR	ICAR Admission through CUET	-

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CUET UG Admit Card 2026

National Testing Agency released CUET UG 2026 admit card for candidates. Follow the steps below to download the CUET admit card 2026:

Go to the official website of CUET UG 2026
Click on tab showing 'CUET UG Admit Card'
Enter the CUET login details
Screen will show the CUET hall ticket PDF
Check for details and take print of document

CUET UG Intimation Slip 2026

CUET UG 2026 advance city slip was released online on April 29. The document mentions the alloted exam city, exam date of selected subjects, and slot timings. It is a preliminary document which is not required at CUET exam centre.

CUET UG 2026 Analysis

CUET UG 2026 exam has concluded. Candidates can check the table below to know the subject-wise CUET UG 2026 analysis:

Subjects	Difficulty Level	Important Topics and Number of Questions
May 26, Shift 1 and 2
Physics	Easy to Moderate	Theory based questions Experimental questions Alpha Decay- 2 questions Beta decay- 2 questions Optics- 3 question Combination of lenses Microscope and telescope Lens Magnetic susceptibility Electric field due to uniformly charged sphere- statement based question Force between current carrying wires Galvanometer Calculative paper, lengthy, questions were moderate Torque in magnetic field Formula- match the following (EPC and ECF) Bio Savart’s Law Binding Energy calculation Energy order- electromagnetic wave Atom- maximum and minimum wavelength ratio
Biology	Easy to Moderate	Sexual reproduction in plants- intine Spermatogenesis- sequence question Which is not blue green algae? Which bacteria is mostly used in gene transfer? Internal organs- cancer- how to detect? Molecular Scissor- Restriction Endonuclease How much percentage of PAR is utilized by plants? Which company made first artificial insulin? IUCN full form Strawberry is what kind of fruit?- false fruit Single BP- mutation (point mutation) Bottle Juices- clarity is due to which enzyme? Biogas components Mendel- 7 characters- which trait is dominant? Microbes- match the following Pathogen and disease- match the following Linkage and recombination- differences AUG- Which amino acid does it make? Ecology- Commensalism Smack chemical name Rediscovery of mendel- scientist name Virus infected cells- what does it release? N-glyosidic bond- where is it found? Growth model- Exponential growth model
English	Easy	Reading Comprehension- 2 passage Direct/Indirect- 2 questions Voice- 1 question Misspelled- 1 to 2 questions Sentence re-arrangement- 7-8 questions Vocabulary Misanthropic Tumultuous Validate Iconoclast Maverick Rebel Idioms Hand in glove To upset the apple cart A man of letters By the book Homophones Sore, shore, sure
General Aptitude Test	Difficult	GK and Mathematics had equal questions Coding decoding- 1 question Blood relation- 1 quetsion Direction- 1 question (distance) Clock Calendar- 2019 and 2011 Series- easy question Mirror Image Water Image Embedded picture- 2 question Ranking- 1 question Question related to khalsa Rivers Prime Minister yojna related History questions Constitution- 21 years, 18 years Books and writers match the following Quant 14-15 questions Height and distance Probability- dice (composite number) Permutation and Combination (arrange letters) Coordinate geometry- equi-distance Algebra Circle Cube surface area Mensuration- match the following Mean, median, mode Time and work Train Percentage- match the following Ratio Arithmetic Progression

Check the space below to check CUET UG 2026 day-wise analysis and important topics for all subjects:

👉CUET UG 2026 All Subjects Analysis: Check Day-Wise Difficulty Level

CUET Syllabus 2026

CUET UG 2026 syllabus for subjects from Commerce, Science and Arts streams based entirely on class 12th NCERT curriculum. Candidates can now check official CUET syllabus for 23 domain subjects, 13 languages, and General Aptitude Test from official website. Table below prescribes CUET syllabus details:

CUET Subjects

CUET Syllabus or Question Types

Section I- Language

English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu

Reading Comprehension - based on different types of passages–Factual, Literary and Narrative, Literary Aptitude and Vocabulary

Section II- Domain Subjects

Accountancy, Biology, Business Studies, Chemistry, Computer Science, Economics/Business Economics, Geography, History, Home Science, Knowledge Tradition and Practices in India, Environment Studies, Mathematics/Applied Mathematics, Physical Education, Physics, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, Agriculture, Mass Media/Communication, Anthropology, Fine Arts, Performing Arts, Sanskrit

CUET domain subject syllabus is based on the Class 12 Board exam syllabus

Section III- General Test

General Knowledge, Current Affairs, General Mental Ability, Numerical Ability, Quantitative Reasoning (Simple application of basic mathematical concepts arithmetic/algebra geometry/mensuration/stat taught till Grade 8), Logical and Analytical Reasoning

Check the detailed CUET UG 2026 syllabus for all subjects in the table below:

CUET Subject-Wise Detailed Syllabus
Subjects	CUET Syllabus
English	CUET English Syllabus
Biology	CUET Biology Syllabus
Accountancy/ Book Keeping	CUET Accountancy Syllabus
Business Studies	CUET Business Studies Syllabus
Chemistry	CUET Chemistry Syllabus
Computer Science/ Informatics Practices	CUET Computer Science Syllabus
Economics/ Business Economics	CUET Economics Syllabus
Geography/Geology	CUET Geography Syllabus
Home Science	CUET Home Science Syllabus
Knowledge Tradition and Practices of India	CUET Knowledge Tradition and Practices of India Syllabus
Environmental Science	CUET Environmental Science Syllabus
Mathematics	CUET Mathematics Syllabus
Physical Education/ NCC /Yoga	CUET Physical Education Syllabus
Physics	CUET Physics Syllabus
Political Science	CUET Political Science Syllabus
Psychology	CUET Psychology Syllabus
Sociology	CUET Sociology Syllabus
Agriculture	CUET Agriculture Syllabus
Mass Media/ Mass Communication	CUET Mass Media/ Mass Communication Syllabus
Anthropology	CUET Anthropology Syllabus
Fine Arts/ Visual Arts (Sculpture/ Painting)/Commercial Arts	CUET Fine Arts Syllabus
Performing Arts	CUET Performing Arts Syllabus
Sanskrit	CUET Sanskrit Syllabus
History	CUET History Syllabus
General Test	CUET General Test Syllabus

CUET UG 2026 Exam Pattern

CUET UG exam pattern details the number of section, exam timing, number of questions and marking scheme. Check the table below to know the CUET exam structure 2026:

CUET Exam Pattern
Section	Number of Questions	Duration of exam
Section I (Language)	50 Questions	60 minutes for each subject
Section II (Domain Subject)	50 Questions
Section III (General Aptitude Test)	50 Questions

CUET Admission Process

CUET UG is a national-level entrance examination for admission to courses like BA, B.Sc, BCom, BBA, BCA integrated programs and other professional courses. CUET admissions are based on exam score, subject combination eligibility and university-specific eligibility criteria. Check below to know the step-by-step CUET admission process

Register for CUET UG: To appear for CUET exam, candidates must register for CUET exam online. In registration process, candidates are required to provide personal details and subject preference.
CUET UG Admit Card Download: Registered candidates will be issued the CUET hall ticket online before the scheduled exam date. Candidates must stay updated with the release date.
Appear for CUET UG exam: CUET UG exam is administered by NTA in CBT mode. The exam is held over multiple days in 2-3 shifts.
CUET UG Answer Key Release: Once the exam concludes, candidates are issued the provisional answer key and response sheet. Candidates can calculate their approximate score with the help of provisional key.
Declaration of CUET Results: NTA releases the CUET results after reviewing the objections received. Candidates can check their subject wise score and NTA percentile.
University-Wise Application Release: Candidates must visit the official website of university to apply through CUET UG scores. Candidates must create their login account and enter course and college preferences.
Release of Merit List/ Cut Offs: Based on preferences added, CUET accepting colleges releases the CUET cutoff list or merit list on their official website.

NTA CUET UG 2026 Contact Information

For any queries/ clarifications, candidates can also Email/call at the NTA Helpdesk:

Email ID: cuet-ug@nta[dot]ac[dot]in

Contact Number 011- 40759000/011-69227700

Who Can Appear for CUET Exam 2026?

To appear for Common University Entrance Test (CUET) 2026, students must ensure to fulfil the eligibility criteria:

Class 12^th students appearing for final examination conducted by any recognised Central/ State Board, such as the Central Board of Secondary Education
Students who have passed class 12^th examination
Applicant must be a citizen of India

Read in detail about CUET eligibility criteria

CUET UG Application Form 2026

CUET UG 2026 application process intially concluded on February 04, 2026. NTA had reopened the registration window from February 23 to February 26, 2026. Candidates had to follow the steps below to complete CUET UG application form online

Visit the official NTA CUET website
Click on New registration tab to create account
Complete CUET application form entering:
- Personal details
- Educational details
- Address details
- Contact details
Upload required documents in prescribed size and format
Pay CUET application fee

CUET Application Fee 2026
Category	Up to three subjects	For each additional subject
General UR	INR 1000	INR 400 each
OBC-NCL/EWS	INR 900	INR 375 each
SC/ST/PwBD/Third Gender	INR 800	INR 350 Each
Centres outside India	INR 4500	INR 1800 each

CUET UG 2026 Form Correction

CUET form correction 2026 window was open from February 9 to February 11, 2026. Candidates could edit the required details till the prescribed last date at cuet.nta.nic.in.

CUET UG Subjects List 2026

National Testing Agency offers 37 CUET subjects which are divided as 13 languages, 23 domain subjects and General Aptitude Test. Candidates could choose five CUET subjects while filling application form 2026. The fee varies for the number of subjects chosen and applicant category. Check the complete list of CUET 37 subjects below:

CUET Subjects Section 1: Languages

From the below CUET languages, candidates can opt for one language. Selected language will be medium of the question paper.

English
Hindi
Urdu
Assamese
Bengali
Odia
Punjabi
Gujarati
Marathi
Tamil
Telugu
Kannada
Malayalam

CUET Subjects Section 2: Domain Subjects (Align with Class 12th Subjects)

Candidates must make sure to align the CUET subjects with the subjects studied in class 12th. Students must check university and course requirements and select 2-3 CUET domain subjects accordingly.

Accountancy/ Book Keeping
Agriculture
Anthropology
Biology
Business Studies
Chemistry
Computer Science/ Informatics Practices
Economics/ Business Economics
Fine Arts/ Visual Arts (Sculpture/ Painting)/Commercial Arts
Geography/Geology
Home Science
History
Knowledge Tradition and Practices of India
Environmental Science
Mathematics
Physical Education/ NCC /Yoga
Physics
Political Science
Psychology
Sociology
Mass Media/ Mass Communication
Performing Arts
Sanskrit

CUET Subjects Section 3: General Test (Optional Subject)

CUET General Test is an optional subject. Candidates can choose this subject to open more course choices. This subject includes:

General Knowledge & Current Affairs
General Mental Ability
Numerical Ability
Quantitative Reasoning
Logical & Analytical Reasoning

CUET Subject Combination

Candidates applying for exam must check the CUET subject combination for desired colleges and courses. Candidates need to check the CUET subject combination criteria for admissions.

Read here to know course wise CUET subject combination for admission to accepting universities.

Other FAQs on CUET UG Exam

Check below to know important FAQs on Common University Entrance Test UG exam:

Q: Can I use my friend's email ID to register for CUET?

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.

Q: Is CUET 2026 exam online for offline?

CUET UG 2026 exam will be held a Computer Based Test. In this mode of examination, candidates will have to report at the alloted CUET exam centre. Applicants will have to take exam on computer screens only. The screen will display the questions and candidates can select the correct option and save changes.

Q: Will CUET UG exam duration vary for each subject?

No, CUET UG exam duration will not vary for each subject. The exam duration will be unform for all CUET subjects that is 60 minutes. Candidates will be required to attempt 50 questions within the given time limit. The marking scheme of each question remains the same.

Q: What are the CUET admit card important dates?

CUET 2026 admit card will be released in second week of May prior to the date of examination. CUET 2026 exam will be scheduled in May/June in CBT mode. Only candidates who will register for the entrance exam will be able to download the CUET admit card. NTA will release the CUET intimation slip for CBT Mode before the CUET admit card. With the help of CUET intimation slip candidates can know the exam centre details in advance to prepare for the arrival at CUET exam centre on time. CUET intimation slip does not act like CUET admit card.

Q: Could CUET application form be rejected?

Yes, NTA can decline CUET UG application form based on below condictions

Incomplete information
Incorrect details
Failing to fulfill CUET eligibility criteria
CUET application fee not paid

Candidates must carefully check details entered in CUET application form before final submission.

Q: Is there a limit to the number of password reset attempts I can make for CUET login?

There is no limit to the number of password reset attempts candidate can make for CUET login. If applicant has forgotten their password and need to reset it, they can follow instructions provided on the CUET website to reset password.

Visit CUET UG 2026 website
Click on Log in tab
Click on ‘Reset/Change Password’ tab
A link will be mailed to the registered email id
Click on the link and change/reset the password

Q: I made a mistake in CUET application form. How can I correct?

If a candidate has made a mistake in CUET UG 2026 application form, he/she could edit the details in online form once the correction window is open. NTA has noe closed CUET 2026 correction window. During this period, candidates could correct the details in the application, if any. Applicants can edit the below details in the application form:

Candidate Name
Father Name
Mother Name
Photograph: Image Upload
Signature: Image Upload
Class 10/ equivalent details
Class 12/ equivalent details
Date of Birth
Gender
Category
PwBD

Q: What is the difference between city intimation slip and CUET admit card?

CUET intimation slip and admit card are important documents. CUET admit card has to be carried on the exam day. An intimation slip is released to inform candidates about the allotted city. CUET intimation slip mentions these details:

Name of candidates
Exam city
Date of CUET UG subject exam
Shift of the CUET subject opted
Medium of the exam

The CUET Admit Card is the final document that is released by the NTA a few days before the exam. It contains all the information that is available on the CUET City Intimation Slip, along with the following information:

Name and address of the exam centre
Roll number
Admit card number
Photograph of the candidate

Candidates will not be allowed to enter the exam hall without the admit card.

CUET Exam

Q: When will CUET DU CSAS portal open?

DU CSAS portal 2026 will be actiavted at ugadmission.uod.ac.in. University of Delhi launchs CSAS portal 2026 in June. Candidates who will appear for the CUET 2026 exam can register at DU CSAS 2026 portal. Candidates will be required to enter the college and course preference and pay the DU CSAS registration 2026 fee to participate in the admission process. On the basis of the choices entered and CUET 2025 percentile, candidates will be alloted college and course. CUET 2026 result will be declared in first week of July 2026 at cuet.nta.nic.in.

Q: Is CUET UG 2026 exam date announced?

Yes, CUET UG exam 2026 date has been announced. National Testing Agency is conducting CUET 2026 exam in CBT Mode. Candidates willing to appear for the exam must make sure to register for the exam online. As per the updated CUET 2026 exam date, the registrations have concluded.

Q: How is CUET exam centre allocated?

CUET exam centre is allocated on the basis of the preferences entered by the candidate while filling the CUET application form. NTA allotes exam centre as per the preference entered and is subject to availability and logistical consideration.

While filling the CUET application form, candidates can select four cities of their choice. Choice of CUET exam centre cities will be limited to the State of permanent address or State of present address only. In case there are very few candidates from a city, the NTA reserves the right to merge one, two, or more cities.

CUET 2026 exam will be held in May-June 2026 in computer based mode over a month window. The exam will be held across more than 300 exam cities in India. Candidates will be able to know the alloted exam centre on issuance of CUET intimation slip or CUET admit card.

Q: When should I reach the CUET exam centre?

Candidates must reach alloted CUET exam centre two hours before mentioned exam time. Candidates must complete verification process and take their seats immediately after the opening of examination hall. If the candidates does not report at alloted CUET exam centre on time due to traffic, delay in transport, important instructions to appear for the exam can be missed.

Q: How to download CUET UG previous year question paper?

Candidates can download CUET UG previous year question paper following steps below:

Go to link provided: https://www.shiksha.com/science/cuet-exam-question-papers
Scroll down and select the CUET subject
Click on tab download
Screen will show CUET question paper PDF

Q: Is admit card for CUET released?

NTA has released the CUET admit card 2026 at cuet.nta.nic.in. Candidates can download their admit cards till their exam date. The admit card is released for download in PDF document and is a mandatory document to be carried to the exam centre. Prior to the release of the CUET UG admit card, NTA released the advance intimation of exam city slip. It is not the admit card, but will inform candidates about the city. After downloading the CUET UG 2026 admit card, candidates will have to check all the details carefully and ensure that there is no mistake. In case of any error, they will have to contact NTA to get the necessary corrections done.

Q: Is CUET UG 2026 syllabus released?

Yes, CUET UG 2026 official syllabus has been released. NTA uploaded the CUET 2026 syllabus PDFs online at cuet.nta.nic.in. Candidates preparing for CUET 2026 exam can download the CUET syllabus. The CUET syllabus is based on class 12th NCERT curriculum. Candidates must prepare well from the class 12th syllabus to ace the entrance examination.

Q: When will CUET UG notification release?

CUET UG 2026 notification has been released at nta.ac.in and cuet.nta.nic.in. The dates for the CUET 2026 exam subject wise has been declared online. CUET 2026 is ongoing. In CUET UG 2026 notification candidates can check the important details about:

Exam important dates
CUET eligibility criteria
Steps to fill application form
Reservation criteria
Admit card
Exam centres
Syllabus
Exam pattern
Results
Normalisation Process

Q: Is Arts student eligible for admission through CUET?

Yes, Arts or Humanities students are eligible for admission through CUET scores. Common University Entrance Test is open for candidates from all streams. Candidates can secure admission to top colleges and courses.