APAAR ID for CUET UG 2026: Importance, Use and How to Apply?
Common University Entrance Test 2026 ( CUET )
CUET UG 2026 Exam
11 May '26 - 31 May '26
CUET UG 2026 registration has opened again. Candidates seeking admission to UG courses through CUET 2026 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 last year, 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. As CUET UG registration 2026 has started again, students looking for admission at CUET participating universities to undergraduate courses through CUET 2026 are required to add their APAAR ID in the application form after verifying the Identity Details.
CUET UG 2026 will be scheduled from May 11 to May 31, 2026, in Computer-Based Test mode. The registration window for CUET will now close on February 26, 2026. The application fee payment last date is also the same. NTA will not open correction window for re-opened window. Students who will apply before last date will be eligible to appear for CUET exam. NTA will soon 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.
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 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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Can I fill my CUET Application Form without APAAR ID?
Yes, according to CUET UG 2026 Information Bulletin, 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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Candidates can check CUET BHU cutoff 2026 at bhu.ac.in. Banaras Hindu University will release the CUET cutoff 2026 after declaration of result and counselling registration process is over. BHU will release the CUET cutoff 2026 in four rounds. To download the BHU cutoff 2026, candidate must visiut the official BHU website and click on tab 'Round 1 cutoff list for UG admission' when released.
CUET Allahabad University 2206 cutoff will be released after declaration of CUET results 2026. To check CUET AU cutoff 2026, candidates must follow the steps below:
- Go to allduniv.ac.in
- Click on tab CUET UG 2026 Admissions
- Screen will show admission page
- Scroll down and check course wise CUET AU cutoff 2026
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.
National Testing Agency (NTA) does not release the CUET UG cutoff. Once the CUET results are declared, the socres are shared with the participating universities and role of NTA ends with the declaration of results. CUET UG 2025 cutoff has been released by the CUET participtaing universities seperatley. Candidates will be able to check the course wise and category wise cutoff. CUET UG cutoff 2026 has been released by accepting universities after declaration of CUET UG results.
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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?
No, candidates cannot edit their APAAR ID status in application form during the correction window. NTA has released an official notice sharing all details regarding editable and non-editable details during CUET correction window at cuet.nta.nic.in. The window to edit CUET online form has closed.
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