Candidates seeking admission to UG courses through CUET have 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
National Testing Agency added a step in CUET application process since 2025 session, where candidates are required to add their APAAR ID in the online form. APAAR ID is a 12-digit unique student identification number under the ‘One Nation, One Student ID’ initiative. Once CUET UG registration 2027 begins, students looking for admission to undergraduate courses at CUET participating universities through CUET 2027 will have to add their APAAR ID in the application form after verifying the Identity Details. NTA is expected to commence the application process, tentatively in the first week of January 2027 at cuet.nta.nic.in. Check out this page for more updates on APAAR ID in CUET UG exam.
- What is APAAR ID?
- Is APAAR ID Mandatory for CUET UG 2027 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.
Commonly asked questions
No, APAAR ID is not mandatory for CUET UG 2026. Candidates filling the CUET 2026 application form can simply select "No" in the dropdown if they do not have an APAAR ID (Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry ID).
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.
Candidates may be allotted different CUET 2026 exam centres for different dates and slots. However, the city would most likely be the same. Candidates must check the exam centre details carefully in the admit card and appear in the correct CUET centre. Candidates will be issued the CUET intimation slip three to four days prior to the day of examination. On release of the CUET intimation slip, candidates can know the exam centre allotted and can make the preparations for travel accordingly.
Candidates must note that different admit card and intimation slip will be issued for each exam. Candidates cannot re-use the admit card of previous slot or session.
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.
Is APAAR ID Mandatory for CUET UG 2027 Registration?
According to CUET 2026 registration guidelines, APAAR ID is not compulsory for CUET 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.
Note: In case of any change in the compulsion of APAAR ID details in CUET 2027 online form, the same will be notified on this page.
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Can I fill my CUET Application Form without APAAR ID?
Yes, according to CUET UG Information Bulletin of 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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Commonly asked questions
Candidates can check CUET BHU cutoff at bhu.ac.in. Banaras Hindu University will release the CUET cutoff after declaration of result and the counselling registration process is over. BHU will release the CUET cutoff in four rounds. To download the BHU cutoff, candidate must visit the official BHU website and click on the tab 'Round 1 cutoff list for UG admission' when released.
Students can access the CUET UG cut off list only after the cut offs are released by the CUET UG participating universities. The following steps should be followed to access the CUET cut off list of universities candidate is desirous to take admission in.
- Visit the official website of the applied and participating institutes
- On the homepage, click on the link to the current academic session CUET Cut Off
- A new login page will open on screen. Enter the credentials and submit
- Now, you can access the CUET UG cut off list when released
The above steps will be applicable only if instittues release the CUET UG cut offs. Otherwise, if the institutes release merit lists carrying their scores, then the minimum score would be considered as the CUET UG cut off. Universities like Delhi University does not released CUET cut off. Candidates will know the college/course allocated on the basis of the preferences filled by the candidate while filling the application form.
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 |
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
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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.
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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.
Can I edit APAAR ID details in CUET Correction Window?
As per last year's official notice released by the National Testing Agency regarding all details regarding editable and non-editable details during CUET correction window, candidates cannot edit their APAAR ID status once their application form is submitted successfully.
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