NTA CUET Fees 2026: Check CUET UG Form Fees for General, OBC, SC & ST Category & Last Date to Pay

Common University Entrance Test 2026 ( CUET )

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National Testing Agency (NTA) prescribes the CUET UG application form fee. Candidates willing to appear for CUET 2026 must fill the CUET UG application form and pay the CUET fee to register for the exam. The CUET fee can be paid only in online mode. In this article, know the CUET fee for each category.

National Testing Agency prescribes the CUET UG application form fee. Candidates willing to appear for CUET 2026 must fill the CUET UG application form and pay the CUET fee to register for the exam. The CUET fee could be paid only in online mode. In this article know the CUET fee for each category and method to pay the CUET application fee online.

CUET UG Form Fee

CUET UG Form Fee

CUET form fee 2026 has been updated on the official NTA notification. The CUET exam 2026 fee is same as that of the previous year. NTA has closed CUET registration 2026. Candidates could fill the CUET form 2026 at cuet.nta.nic.in till February 04 (11.50 PM). Earlier the last date of registration was January 30. The last date to pay application fee was February 07, 2026 (Up to 11:50 pm). Candidates are required to pay the form fee for successful registration and to appear for entrance examination. For candidates planning to appear for CUET, it is important to understand the fee structure for CUET 2026. The exam fee varies by number of CUET subjects selected and the candidate's category. While filling the application form, candidates can select upto five CUET subjects. NTA will schedule the CUET UG 2026 between May 11 and May 31, 2026 (Tentatively). 

Once the CUET application fee 2026 window closes, candidates will be able to edit the details in application form in case of any mistake. NTA will open CUET 2026 correction window on February 09. Students can make changes in CUET form 2026 till February 11, 2026 (11.50 PM).

Table of contents
  • CUET 2026 Registration
  • CUET UG Fee Structure
  • Procedure to Pay CUET 2026 Fee Online
  • Accepting University CUET Fee 2026
  • DU CUET Fee 2026
  • JNU CUET Fee 2026
  • CUET UG 2026 Correction Fee
  • CUET 2026 Admission Process: Accepting Universities
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CUET 2026 Registration

CUET registration 2026 has ended on February 04 at cuet.nta.nic.in. Students must make sure to fulfil the prescribed CUET eligibility 2026. Candidates could fill the CUET 2026 application form in online mode only. Refer to the steps below to learn how to fill NTA CUET UG 2026 application form:

  • Go to official website of NTA CUET- cuet.nta.nic.in
  • Click on tab New registration
  • Enter personal details to create login credentials
  • Fill the CUET 2026 application form [Also Read: List Of Documents Required For CUET Application Form]
  • Pay the CUET 2026 application fee

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CUET Syllabus 2026

CUET UG Fee Structure

CUET UG fee structure varies based on the number of CUET subjects and candidate's category. Check below to know category wise CUET fee structure.

Q:   What is CUET DU registration fee?
A:

CUET DU registration fee varies on the basis of category. The CUET registrations for Delhi University of Delhi have commenced. Candidates can now register online at CUET DU CSAS portal 2025. Refer the table below to know the CUET DU form fee:

CUET DU Form Fee 2025
CategoryCUET DU CSAS Registration Fee
UR/OBC-NCL/EWSINR 250
SC/ST/PwBDINR 100
Q:   What is the last date for filling CUET application form?
A:

National Testing Agency commenced CUET 2026 registration on January 03, 2026. Soon after the release of the CUET notification, candidates can check the important dates about CUET 2026. The last date for CUET 2026 registration was February 04, 2026 

Candidats were required to fill the CUET application form within the given time frame, failing which no request for extension of the CUET registration last date will be entertained. NTA does not provide the window for late fee payment. CUET 2026 application process is in online mode. No physical copies of the CUET application form must be sent to the authorities.

Q:   Could CUET application form be rejected?
A:

Yes, NTA can decline CUET UG application form based on below condictions

Candidates must carefully check details entered in CUET application form before final submission.

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CUET Fee 2026: General Category

For general category students, the fee is higher compared to the reserved categories. The table below mentions the CUET 2026 fee for general category.

CUET 2026 fee for General Category

Number of Subjects

General Fee in INR

Up to three subjects

INR 1000

For each additional subject

INR 400 each

CUET Fee 2026: OBC category

Students belonging to OBC category generally have to pay less than the general category. Check table below to know the CUET application fee for OBC category.

CUET 2026 fee for OBC Category

Number of Subjects

OBC Fee in INR

Up to three subjects

INR 900

For each additional subject

INR 375 each

CUET Fee 2026: SC/ST and Reserved Categories

Students belonging to SC, ST, PwBD and Third gender category usually benefit from a reduced fee structure. Check the table below to know the CUET 2026 application fee for SC and ST categories.

CUET 2026 fee for SC/ST Category

Number of Subjects

SC/ST Fee in INR

Up to three subjects

INR 800

For each additional subject

INR 350 each

CUET 2026 Fee: International Students

The fee for international candidates often differs and is usually higher compared to Indian nationals.

Q:   When will CUET registration for colleges begin?
A:

CUET registration for admission to colleges begins after the declaration of CUET results. Candidates seeking admission to CUET accepting college must ensure to register for CUET UG exam and appear for the exam on given date and time. CUET results are usually declared a month after the exam is over. Candidates must ensure to apply for CUET counselling on official link of accepting college to check the cut off and shortlist status.

Q:   Is CUET exam registration open?
A:

Yes, Common University Entrance Test (CUET) 2026 registration commenced at cuet.nta.nic.in. NTA released the CUET 2026 notification on January 03. Soon after the release of the CUET official notification, the CUET registration 2026 process has commenced online at the official website. Candidates willing to appear for the CUET 2026 exam must have completed complete the application form online. Additionally, before filling application form, candidates must make sure that they have fulfilled the prescribed CUET eligibility criteria to qualify for the entrance exam.

Q:   I have forgotten my CUET application number. How can I login for CUET application form?
A:

If a candidate has forgotten his/her CUET application number, it can be retrieved by following the steps below:

  • Check registered email ID and phone number for SMS as It includes CUET application form number on successful registration.
  • Check the saved page of CUET application form. or,
  • Candidates may contact at NTA to know their CUET application form number.

After getting the CUET application number, students must ensure to note it somewhere for future login process. CUET application form number is required to login and download the admit card or results when released.

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  • Candidates must check the validity of the Debit/ Credit Card and keep it ready while logging on to the website- cuet.samarth.ac.in to submit CUET 2026 application form. The candidates must enter the information asked for and make payment through a Debit/ Credit Card.
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CUET 2026 Admission Process: Accepting Universities

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Central University Jammu CU Jammu Admission Through CUET
Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) TISS UG Admission Through CUET
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