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.
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- CUET UG Date Sheet 2026 and Timings: Subject-Wise
- NTA CUET Exam Dates 2026
- CUET 2026 Date Sheet: What to Expect?
- When will CUET Datesheet 2026 be Released?
- What's Included in CUET Datehseet?
- Where to Download CUET UG 2026 Date Sheet?
- CUET UG Exam Pattern 2026
- Documents to Carry at CUET Exam Centre 2026
- CUET UG 2026 Exam - Important Guidelines
CUET UG Date Sheet 2026 and Timings: Subject-Wise
After the CUET application window closes, the National Testing Agency will release the official notification, including the exam date and time for the CUET 2026 exam. The tentative date sheet for CUET (Common University Entrance Test) 2026 is as follows:
| CUET UG 2026 Exam Datesheet |
|||
|---|---|---|---|
| CUET Exam Date 2026 |
Shifts |
Slot Time |
CUET Subject/Code |
| 11-May-2026 to 31-May-2026 | Shift 1 |
9 AM to 12 PM |
To be updated |
| Shift 2 |
3 PM to 6 PM |
To be updated |
|
As soon as NTA releases the CUET UG datesheet 2026, the exam dates, slot timings, and CUET subject codes will be updated here.
CUET UG 2026 datesheet is released soon after the registration process is over. Candidates can check their CUET 2026 exam schedule on their intimation slip or admit card also. CUET UG 2026 exam will be held in CBT mode. Last year, NTA did not release the official CUET examination schedule, however, candidates can check the schedule for applied subjects on their admit cards, when released. Candidates can know the CUET subject wise slots, exam dates and timings.
Yes, CUET UG 2026 official syllabus has been released. NTA uploaded the CUET 2026 syllabus PDFs online at cuet.nta.nic.in. Candidates preparing for CUET 2026 exam can download the CUET syllabus. The CUET syllabus is based on class 12th NCERT curriculum. Candidates must prepare well from the class 12th syllabus to ace the entrance examination.
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.
| Events |
Dates (Tentative) |
|---|---|
| Release of CUET UG 2026 Information Bulletin |
03-Jan-2026 |
| Commencement of CUET UG 2026 registration |
03-Jan-2026 |
| Last date to fill CUET online form 2026 |
30-Jan-2026 (up to 11:50 pm) |
| Last Date to pay application fee |
31-Jan-2026 (up to 11:50 pm) |
| 02-Feb-2026 to 04-Feb-2026 (up to 11:50 pm) | |
| Announcement of City of CUET Exam |
To be announced |
| Release of CUET UG 2026 Admit Card |
To be announced |
| Date of Examination |
11-May-2026 to 31-May-2026 |
| Release of Recorded Responses & CUET Answer Key 2026 |
To be announced |
| Declaration of CUET UG 2026 Result |
To be announced |
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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
NTA will commence the CUET registrations 2026 at cuet.nta.nic.in tentatively in first week of March. Candidates can fill the online CUET application form online on official website when released. Candidates will be able to enter the personal, educational and CUET subject details to appear for the exam. Candidates must pay the CUET application fee to complete the registration process.
Yes, Common University Entrance Test (CUET) 2026 registration has 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 make sure to complete the application form online. Additionally, before filling application form, candidates must make sure that they fulfill the prescribed CUET eligibility criteria to qualify for the entrance exam.
CUET 2026 will be held in two slots. The timing for the same is released with release of CUET 2026 admit card. Candidates can know the exam centre and timing along with the release of CUET 2026 admit card. NTA is expceted not to release the official CUET 2026 date sheet. Candidates can check their subject-wise CUET exam date and slot timings on CUET intimation slips and admit card.
Where 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.
CUET UG Exam Pattern 2026
Refer to the table below to know the CUET exam pattern 2026 for UG admissions:
| Section |
Number of Questions (All Compulsory) |
Duration of exam |
|---|---|---|
| Section I - Language (13 languages) |
50 questions |
60 minutes per subject |
| Section II - Domain Subject (23 subjects) |
50 questions |
|
| Section III - General Aptitude Test |
50 question |
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 like calculators, electronic gadgets, logarithm tables, and stationery items other than a ballpoint pen.
- 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 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.
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For CUET UG 2026, aspirants should be aware of all important dates to plan their preparation effectively. The key dates are:
- Registration Starts: 3 January 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 30 January 2026 (up to 11:50 PM)
- Fee Payment Deadline: 31 January 2026 (up to 11:50 PM)
- Correction Window: 2–4 February 202
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