CUET 2026 Exam Day Instructions and Guidelines; Know Dos and Don’ts

The NTA will conduct CUET 2026 in computer-based test mode. The CUET exam day guidelines are very important, as missing any of them may hamper their chances of appearing in the entrance exam. Candidates are advised to read this article carefully to understand the CUET exam day guidelines to avoid any unnecessary issues.

CUET 2024 Exam Day Instructions and Guidelines; Know Dos and Don’ts

CUET Exam Day Guidelines 2026: The National Testing Agency (NTA) releases the CUET exam day important instructions 2026 along with the CUET 2026 admit card. The CUET admit card 2026 along with the details of the examination centre, and timing, also contains the do’s and don'ts for the CUET exam and the list of prohibited items for the aspirants.  National Testing Agency will conduct CUET 2026 exam in Computer mode in multiple-day window. CUET UG 2026 exam is expected to be scheduled in May/June. The exam will be held in CBT format for 37 subjects. The CUET exam day guidelines are very important, as missing any of them may hamper their chances of appearing in the entrance exam. Candidates are advised to read this article carefully to understand the CUET exam day guidelines to avoid any unnecessary issues. 

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• Light clothes with long sleeves will not be permitted.
• In case, candidates come in cultural/ customary dress at the Examination Centre, they should report at least an hour before the last reporting time so that there is enough time for proper frisking without any inconvenience to the candidate while maintaining the sanctity of the examination.
• Slippers, and sandals with low heels are permitted. Shoes are not permitted.
• In case of any deviation required due to unavoidable (medical, etc.) circumstances, specific approval of NTA must be taken before the release of CUET 2026 admit card.

CUET 2026 Exam Day Guidelines: Important Guidelines

National Testing Agency (NTA) releases several guidelines for the students, like what things they can bring and what's not allowed in the examination hall, what stationery and documents the candidates are allowed to bring on the exam day, and several other important instructions. Candidates can check the same below:

• Candidates should try to reach the examination centre 1-2 hours before the CUET Exam begins. It must be noted that candidates will not be allowed to enter the CUET 2026 exam centre 30 minutes prior to the exam commencement.
• No candidate shall be permitted to leave the Examination Room/ Hall before the end of the examination
• Candidates are advised to verify the location of the test venue a day in advance so that they do not face any problems on the day of the test
• If religion/customs require you to wear specific attire, please visit the Centre early for thorough checking and mandatory frisking
• Frisking through a Handheld Metal Detector (HHMD) will be carried out without physical touch
• Candidates must enter the required details, paste the Photograph and put a thumb impression at the appropriate place on the CUET Admit Card 2026. They should ensure that their Left-Hand Thumb Impression is clear and not smudged
• Candidate must carry “Any one of the original and valid Photo Identification Proof issued by the Government” – PAN card/Driving Licence/Voter ID/ Passport/ Aadhaar Card (With photograph)/ E-Aadhaar/ Ration Card/ Aadhaar Enrolment No. with Photo. All other ID/Photocopies of IDs even if attested/scanned photo of IDs in the mobile phone will NOT be considered as valid ID Proof.
• A PwD candidate may be allowed Compensatory/ Extra time of 20 minutes per hour of the examination, whether such a candidate(having a physical limitation to write) uses the facility of Scribe or not
• PwBD candidates must bring a PwD certificate issued by the Competent Authority if claiming relaxation under the PwD category. The Scribe provided by the NTA must also carry his/ her own Self Declaration (Undertaking) regarding educational qualification, passport size photograph, valid government identity
• A duly filled-in Admit Card must be handed over to the Invigilator while leaving the examination Hall/Room. Failure to do so may result in the non-evaluation of your answers
• No Candidate should adopt any unfair means or indulge in any unfair examination practices. All the Examination Centres are under surveillance of CCTV and equipped with Jammers
• The candidate should ensure that the Question Paper available on the computer screen is as per his/her opted subject/medium indicated in the Admit Card. In case, the subject/medium of the Question Paper is other than his/her opted subject/medium, the same may be brought to the notice of the Invigilator concerned
• The candidates are advised to carefully read the Subject-Specific Instructions and other instructions mentioned in the Question paper and abide by the same
• If at any stage, it is found that the candidate has submitted multiple applications, his/her candidature will be cancelled and legal action will be taken including debarring in all future examinations conducted by NTA.