National testing agency has issued important notice for documents for CUET registration process. Candidates applying for CUET UG 2026 must check the list of required documents and important updates. Read complete details here.
NTA releases advisory for CUET UG 2026
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released advisory for all students planning to appear for the Common University Entrance Test (CUET UG) 2026. According to the official notice, aspirants must update their Aadhaar Card, UDID Card, and Category Certificates before filling the CUET 2026 online form. CUET UG 2026 registrations is expected to begin in first week of March 2026 on the official CUET website- cuet.nta.nic.in
Why Document Update is Important in CUET UG 2026?
NTA has introduced this advisory to avoid discrepancies, rejections, or grievances during later stages of the admission process. Many students face issues due to mismatched details or outdated documents, which often leads to delays or cancellation of candidature.
CUET UG 2026 Registration: Required Documents
Given below is the list of documents required for CUET UG 2026 registration as announced by the NTA.
1. Aadhaar Card
Candidates must make sure their Aadhaar details must mention:
1. Correct name
2. Correct date of birth as per Class 10 certificate
3. Latest photograph
4. Updated address
5. Correct father’s name
2. UDID Card (for PwD candidates)
The Unique Disability ID (UDID) Card or disability certificate must be:
- Valid
- Updated
- Renewed if required
3. Category Certificate
Candidates belonging to EWS / SC / ST / OBC-NCL must upload:
- A valid and updated category certificate
- Issued as per the latest government guidelines
CUET UG 2026 notification was released on January 03. National Testing Agency released the CUET detailed official notification at official website- cuet.nta.nic.in. Candidates preparing for the exam can check the following details on CUET notification PDF:
- Exam dates
- eligibility criteria
- steps to apply for exam
- syllabus
- pattern
- CUET subjects
- score calculation
- normalisation process
- exam centres
- number of univeristies participating
Candidates can check the CUET 2026 allotted exam centre upon release of CUET intimation slip and CUET admit card. Only candidates who will fill the CUET application form along with the successful application fee payment will be able to download the intimation slip for CUET exam. The name of exam centre will be mentioned on the intimation alip in advance to help candidates make preparations accordingly. The CUET 2026 admit card is expected to release three to four days prior to the day of examination in online mode. Candidates will be able to check the following details on the release of CUET 2026 admit card:
- Name of the candidate
- Registration number
- Category
- Location
- Date of exam
- Time of exam
- Exam centre name & address
- Photograph
- Signature
- Instructions related to the exam
Candidates must note that the CUET exam centre once allotted, no request for change in exam centre will be entertained under any circumstances. Candidates are advised to carefully enter the exam centre preference while filling the CUET 2026 application form.
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Yes, CUET UG exam 2026 date has been announced. National Testing Agency has scheduled CUET 2026 exam from May 11 to May 31, 2026. 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 will close on January 30, 2026.