CUET UG Date Sheet 2026 (Soon): Check Subject-Wise Exam Dates and Guidelines

National Testing Agency has released CUET 2026 exam dates on the official website. The subject-wise exam dates are yet to be released. CUET UG 2026 will commence from May 11, 2026. Check complete details about CUET UG 2026 exam dates for Science, Commerce & Arts students and documents required on exam day on this page.

CUET UG Date Sheet 2026

CUET UG 2026 datesheet for all subjects will soon be announced by the National Testing Agency at official NTA CUET UG website. The CUET exam schedule is expected to be released in the fourth week of April at cuet.nta.nic.in. The CUET subject-wise date sheet includes the date, time, and slot for each UG subject. As per the CUET UG 2026 brochure, CUET 2026 will be conducted between May 11 and May 31, 2026, in computer-based test mode.

Once released, registered candidates must check the CUET dates 2026, slot, timings, and exam day instructions for the opted subjects. Candidates must also note that NTA may not release a consolidated datesheet for all exam days in one PDF and may announce the exam dates for each candidate in their CUET city intimation slip. If that happens, Shiksha will update the latest information on this page as and when announced.

CUET UG Datesheet 2026

The National Testing Agency will conduct Common University Entrance Test for admission to undergraduate and some integrated courses at participating central, state, private, government, or deemed universities/colleges. For admission cycle 2026, 2027, NTA is expected to conduct CUET UG exam between May 11 and May 31, 2026. The exam will be conducted across 321 exam centres in 13 mediums on multiple days. NTA will announce the exam dates, slot timings and shift number in its datesheet.

The registration process for the CUET UG 2026 exam is over. NTA opened the application window on January 03, 2026 and closed it on February 04, 2026 after an extension of some days. However, after receiving multiple requests from students, it reopened the application window again on February 23 till February 26, 2026.

Note: If NTA releases the datesheet in city slip, registered candidates will be able to check only their exam dates.

CUET UG Date Sheet 2026 and Timings: Subject-Wise

National Testing Agency will release the official notification, including the exam date and time for the CUET 2026 exam on the official website. The tentative date sheet for CUET (Common University Entrance Test) 2026 is as follows:

As soon as NTA releases the CUET UG datesheet 2026, the exam dates, slot timings, and CUET subject codes will be updated here.

NTA CUET Exam Dates 2026

Candidates planning to appear for the CUET UG exam 2026 can check the table below to know the important exam dates for CUET 2026.

Also Read: CUET UG Top 10 Subjects

CUET 2026 Date Sheet: What to Expect?

Once the National Testing Agency releases the CUET UG date sheet 2026, candidates can expect the following:

• CUET 2026 Datehseet in PDF format
• Subject-wise CUET exam schedule (including number of shifts and timings)
• CUET 2026 exam mode

When will CUET Datesheet 2026 be Released?

The National Testing Agency has not yet announced the release date for CUET 2026 date sheet. But, as per previous year's trend, NTA will release the CUET datesheet, including subject-wise exam dates, slot, duration, shift and other necessary details after the application window and correction window are closed. Once released, the direct link to download the exam schedule will be shared by Shiksha on this page.

What's Included in CUET Datehseet?

Candidates can find following details in Common University Entrance Test exam schedule.

• Subject Name
• Subject Code
• Subject-Wise Exam Date
• Number of Shifts
• Slot Timings
• Exam Duration
• Important Instructions

Where and How to Download CUET UG 2026 Date Sheet?

NTA releases the datesheet for Common University Entrance Test on its official CUET website. Last year, instead of releasing a common datesheet for all students, NTA mentioned the exam dates for each student in their CUET city intimation slip. For 2026, candidates can download the CUET 2026 datesheet PDF at cuet.nta.nic.in. The PDF will include all details, including exam date, time, and slot for CUET subjects. If NTA releases exam dates in city slip this year also, candidates can check the datesheet by following below steps:

1. Go to official CUET UG website: cuet.nta.nic.in
2. Click on tab displaying ‘CUET (UG) 2026 Intimation Slip released.’
3. Enter the CUET UG 2026 login details
4. Screen will display the CUET city slip 2026

CUET UG Exam Pattern 2026

Refer to the table below to know the CUET exam pattern 2026 for UG admissions:

Documents to Carry at CUET Exam Centre 2026

Registered candidates appearing for the CUET 2026 exam will have to bring some important documents. According to the National Testing Agency, the following are the required documents, a candidate must carry to the CUET 2026 exam centre:

1. CUET 2026 Admit Card (soft copy is not allowed)

2. Self Declaration (Undertaking) downloaded from the NTA website (hard copy on A4 size paper)

3. Passport-size photograph (same as one uploaded on the application form)

4. Any of the following authorized photo IDs:

• School Identity Card
• PAN Card
• Passport
• Aadhaar Card/E-Aadhaar (with photograph)
• Class 12 Board Admit Card (with photograph)
• Bank Passbook (with photograph)

5. PwD/PwDB certificate (if claiming)

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CUET UG 2026 Exam - Important Guidelines

Even if a candidate prepares well for the exam, his/her hard work can go to waste if they do not follow the exam day guidelines set by the National Testing Agency. Students have to follow the below important CUET 2026 exam day guidelines:

• Candidates must arrive at CUET exam centre 90 minutes before the exam starts.
• Candidates must cooperate with the authorities during the frisking process.
• No entry will be given to candidates who arrive after the gate closing time. So, leave early to avoid traffic.
• Candidates must take their assigned seats only.
• Verify that the question paper matches the subject you have opted for. If it is different, report it to the invigilator.
• Carry a printed admit card and a valid photo ID (original and non-expired). 
• NTA will not reschedule the exam for any candidate who misses the test. So, reach the exam centre before the closing of the gates.
• Do not bring prohibited items.
• Carry a transparent bottle and a ballpoint pen.

Note: Perform all calculations and writing tasks on the rough sheets provided in the examination hall and return the rough sheets to the invigilator before leaving the room to ensure compliance with the rules.

CUET UG 2026: Prohibited Items on Exam Day

Certain items are not allowed at CUET exam centre. Candidates must check below to know what is prohibited to avoid taking them to the examination hall:

• Stationery items, including test-based material (written/printed), papers, notes, Pencil box, pouches, geometry box, pen, scale/ruler, eraser, etc.
• Electronic devices such as calculators, cameras, electronic pens, scanners, etc.
• Accessories such as bags, belts, caps, goggles, wallets, etc.
• Communication devices such as mobile phones, smart watches, Bluetooth, fitness bands, earphones, pagers, etc.
• Eatables (packed or home-cooked), thermos, etc.

CUET 2026 Exam Day Dress Code

Students must follow the below CUET dress code to appear for the exam:

• Heavy clothes with long sleeves are not allowed.
• In case of cultural/customary dress, report at the centre at least one hour before the exam begins.
• Shoes are not allowed. Wear slippers and sandals with low heels.