APAAR ID for CUET UG 2026: Importance, Use and How to Apply?
Common University Entrance Test 2026 ( CUET )
NTA introduced the APAAR ID for CUET UG registration. Candidates seeking admission to UG courses through CUET 2026 are required to add their APAAR ID in the online application form. Check the article to know the steps to create an APAAR ID. Also, know whether it is mandatory to have an APAAR ID for CUET UG registration.
APAAR ID in CUET UG
To apply for the CUET UG entrance exam, candidates have to upload certain documents in their CUET online form. The National Testing Agency added APAAR ID as the new requirement while filling out the CUET UG registration form since 2025-26 academic session. APAAR ID is a 12-digit unique student identification number under the ‘One Nation, One Student ID’ initiative. Candidates looking for admission at CUET participating universities to undergraduate courses through CUET 2026 are required to add their APAAR ID in the 4th step of the application form after verifying the Identity Details.
CUET 2026 exams will be scheduled in May 2026 in Computer-Based Test mode. The registration process for this exam will begin in March 2026. NTA will release the CUET 2026 date sheet with details including exam date, time, and slot for UG subjects. Read this article to know how to fill in the APAAR ID in the CUET form and what to do if a candidate does not have an APAAR ID card.
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- What is APAAR ID?
- Is APAAR ID Mandatory for CUET UG 2026 Registration?
- Can I fill my CUET application form without APAAR ID?
- Prerequisites for APAAR ID Generation
- How to apply for APAAR ID?
What is APAAR ID?
The APAAR ID or Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry (APAAR) is a unique 12-digit identification number, launched under the ‘One Nation, One Student ID’ initiative, as part of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. Every student of India has his/her own APAAR ID. It is a digital academic identity that combines a student’s educational records, achievements, and certifications in a single platform. The APAAR ID card of a student is directly linked with their Academic Bank of Credits (ABC) and DigiLocker. This makes it easier for them to access their academic data anytime, anywhere.
Is APAAR ID Mandatory for CUET UG 2026 Registration?
No, the APAAR ID is not compulsory for CUET 2026 registration. According to NTA, the APAAR ID has been introduced as part of the registration process, but students are not required to have one to complete their application. They can fill and submit their application form without mentioning their APAAR ID. Though having the ID is not compulsory for CUET UG, candidates are advised to apply for their APAAR ID as it serves as a digital academic record system that helps students to easily store and access their educational credentials.
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To find your APAAR ID, check the "Issued Documents" section of your DigiLocker account. If it is not there you can ask your school administration since many institutions are registering students as part of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
While the APAAR ID is not yet mandatory for CUET UG registration, it is encouraged for tracking academic records. Candidates who wish to generate their APAAR ID can apply for the same through their school.
National Testing Agency (NTA) will commence the CUET UG 2026 registrations at cuet.nta.nic.in. Candidates desirous of taking admission to University/college through CUET must fill the application form before the deadline. On the release of the CUET notification important dates for CUET 2026 will be announced. CUET 2025 application process will be in online mode. Candidates will be required to fill the application form, upload documents and pay the application fee in online mode only. CUET is a gateway to more tahn 250 universities across India for its UG courses.
Can I fill my CUET application form without APAAR ID?
Yes, according to NTA's CUET admission brochure from last year, candidates can complete their CUET application form without adding their APAAR ID. During the application process, a section asking “Do you have APAAR ID?” will appear. Candidates without an APAAR ID can select “No” from the dropdown and click on “Submit” to fill out the remaining online form.
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APAAR ID in CUET UG Application Form
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Prerequisites for APAAR ID Generation
The following are some prerequisites before applying for an APAAR ID:
- Ensure that student details are correctly updated in school records.
- The student's name in school records (UDISE+) must match the name in Aadhaar.
- The student’s Permanent Enrollment Number (PEN) is mandatory.
Go on the official website of university/organaisation. Check the courses offered and eligibility test that they should appear in for admission to desired course. The choice of language/domain subject and General test will depend upon the course and university. Candidates will be able to opt for one or more tests as per the requirement of the course and university from the following sections:
- Section I - 13 Languages
- Section II - 23 Domain Specific Subjects
- Section III - General Test
For admission to the desirous University/Institution, the candidates must appear in CUET 2026 in the Languages and Domain Specific subjects as per the Program-Specific Eligibility for which s (he) is desirous to take admission. For instance, if a candidate wishes to apply for B.Com (Hons.) programe in Delhi University he/she will be required to make the subject combination as :
Combination I: Any one Language from List A + Mathematics/Applied Mathematics + Any two subjects out of which at least one should be from List B1
OR
Combination II: Any one Language from List A + Accountancy/Book Keeping + Any two subjects out of which at least one should be from List B1
Candidates are advised to check CUET programme-specific eligibility criteria before filling the application form, failing which they will not qualify for further admission process.
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.
How to apply for APAAR ID?
Candidates who wish to get an APAAR ID can apply for the same by following the process below:
Steps to apply for APAAR ID
- To apply for APAAR ID, a student has to get their demographic details verified by the school via UDISE+. These details include name, date of birth, and admission details of the student.
- If the age of a student is under 18 years, they have to get parental or guardian consent. For this, students have to submit the signed consent form to their school. Students must note that they cannot generate their APAAR ID without the consent form.
- The school will now gather the students' details (such as admission number, date of birth, parents' names, etc.) and parental consent (if applicable) to authenticate their identity through their official records.
- Once the authentication process is completed successfully, the system will generate a 12-digit APAAR ID. This unique number will act as the student's permanent academic identifier.
- Once the APAAR ID is generated, it will automatically link to the student's DigiLocker account. Students can find their APAAR ID under the 'Issued Documents' section by logging in to their DigiLocker.
Note: Students can verify the status of their APAAR ID by checking their DigiLocker account. They can also request their school to confirm the ID through the UDISE+ Portal’s APAAR Module.
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