List of CUET UG Central Universities 2025: Check Admission Date, Process & Courses

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Nupur Jain
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Updated on May 7, 2025 16:08 IST

NTA has released the list of Central Universities accepting CUET UG Score. Candidates seeking admission to UG courses through the CUET 2025 exam can check the article below for the names of CUET UG Central Universities. Get the university-wise admission date, admission process, and courses here.

CUET UG Central Universities

List of CUET UG Central Universities

The list of CUET UG Central Universities 2025 has been officially released by the National Testing Agency on cuet.nta.nic.in. A total of 48 central universities, including Delhi University, Banaras Hindu University, and Allahabad University, will offer undergraduate admissions through CUET UG 2025. NTA has delayed the CUET 2025 exams for the academic session 2025-2026. The CUET exam will now be scheduled between 13 May 2025 and 03 June 2025. The exam conducting body has released the CUET 2025 city intimation slip, including the exam dates for CUET UG subjects opted by a candidate.

Candidates aiming for admission to CUET Central Universities 2025 must appear for the exam and fill out the application form for their chosen central university and UG course. Once the results are declared, admissions will begin based on the CUET UG Score, provided candidates meet the CUET eligibility criteria and the respective university's CUET UG Cut Off. Check out the article for the list of CUET central universities, their admission process, and the current CUET event happening at the university.

LATEST UPDATE: CUET UG City Intimation Slip Live Updates

Also Read: CUET UG 2025 Latest Updates

Q:   What is the criteria for admission via CUET exam?
A:

For admission in Universities through CUET (UG) - 2025, the existing policies regarding quota, category, relaxation, reservations, qualification, subject combinations, preferences etc.. of the respective University / Institution shall be applicable. For appearing in CUET exam there is no age limit, however, candidates will be required to follow the age criteria (if any) prescribed the university in which candidate is desirous of taking admission. As the eligibility criteria for admission may be unique for every University, the candidates are advised to visit the University website to which they are applying for their respective programs.

Mere appearance in the CUET exam will not guarantee admission to the programme untill the candidates has:

  • Studied subject (s) in major
  • Fulfilled the subject combination criteria
Q:   How do I apply for a college which requires CUET percentage even though am yet to give CUET?
A:

Candidates can apply for CUET score accepting colleges through CUET UG 2025 application form. While filling the application form, candidates will be required to enter the name of the preffered universities and courses in order of preference. On declaration of the CUET results, the scores will be shared with the universities for which candidate has applied. Basis on the score obtained candidate will be shortlisted for the applied course.

Q:   Is CUET compulsory for taking admission in central university?
A:

Yes, CUET (Common University Entrance Test) is compulsory for admissions to undergraduate programs in most Central Universities in India. It serves as a unified entrance exam for students seeking admission to various undergraduate courses across participating Central Universities. Each university sets its eligibility criteria, but CUET scores are a primary criterion for admission. Exceptions may exist for certain specialised programs or institutions, but for most central universities, CUET is now an essential requirement for UG admissions.

Admission to Universities through CUET UG 2025: Highlights

Candidates can check the table below to know the admission structure of CUET UG exam:

Particulars

Details

Exam Name

Common University Entrance Test (CUET-UG)

Conducting Body

National Testing Agency

Language of the exam

13 languages - English, Hindi, Bengali, Assamese, Odia, Punjabi, Marathi, Gujarati, Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Urdu

Mode of Examination

Computer Based Test

CUET Colleges 2025

48 central universities, 30 state universities, 23 deemed universities, 121 private universities, 7 government universities

[NTA is regularly updating the list]

Exam Centre Cities

300 cities, including 285 in India and 15 abroad

Exam Duration

60 minutes

Subjects Offered

Section I: Language

Section II: Domain Specific Subjects (23 subjects)

Section III: General Aptitude Test

Eligibility Criteria

Passed or appearing in Class 12 or equivalent from a recognized board

UG Courses Offered

UG programmes in Arts, Science, Commerce, Law, Management, Social Sciences, Education, etc.

CUET Admission Process

Appear for CUET 2025 → Check Result → Apply to desired universities → Participate in counselling/admission process

Selection Criteria

Based on CUET UG Score, university cut-off, and seat availability

Official Website

cuet.nta.nic.in

or

nta.ac.in

Check Out: CUET UG 2025 Login

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List of CUET UG Central Universities 2025

Candidates planning to gain admission to central universities can check the complete list of all 48 central universities accepting CUET UG scores this year, along with their admission process and expected registration dates in the table below:

CUET UG Central University Name

CUET Admission Process

Current Events (Registration Starts on)

Rajiv Gandhi National Aviation University Rajiv Gandhi National Aviation University CUET Admission Process

-

Aligarh Muslim University AMU CUET Admission Process

Second Week of August 2025

Assam University Assam University CUET Admission Process

Last Week of July 2025

Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University BBAU CUET Admission Process

First Week of August 2025

Banaras Hindu University BHU CUET Admission Process

Third Week of July 2025

Central Sanskrit University Central Sanskrit University CUET Admission Process

First Week of August 2025

Central Tribal University of Andhra Pradesh CTU CUET Admission Process

First Week of August 2025

Central University of Andhra Pradesh CU Andhra Pradesh CUET Admission Process

First Week of August 2025

Central University of Gujarat CU Gujarat CUET Admission Process

First Week of August 2025

Central University of Haryana Central University of Haryana CUET Admission Process

First Week of August 2025

Central University of Himachal Pradesh CU Himachal Pradesh CUET Admission Process

First Week of August 2025

Central University of Jammu CU Jammu CUET Admission Process

First Week of August 2025

Central University of Jharkhand CU Jharkhand CUET Admission Process

Mid July 2025

Central University of Karnataka CU Karnataka CUET Admission Process

First Week of August 2025

Central University of Kashmir CU Kashmir CUET Admission Process

First Week of August 2025

Central University of Kerala  Central University of Kerala CUET Admission Process

First Week of August 2025

Central University of Odisha CU Odisha CUET Admission Process

First Week of August 2025

Central University of Punjab CU Punjab CUET Admission Process

First Week of August 2025

Central University of Rajasthan CU Rajasthan CUET Admission Process

First Week of August 2025

Central University of South Bihar Central University of South Bihar CUET Admission Process

First Week of August 2025

Central University of Tamil Nadu CU Tamil Nadu CUET Admission Process

First Week of August 2025

Dr Harisingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya DHSGSU CUET Admission Process

First Week of August 2025

Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya  GGV CUET Admission Process

First Week of August 2025

Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University HNBGU CUET Admission Process

First Week of August 2025

Indira Gandhi National Tribal University, Amarkantak, Madhya Pradesh IGNTU CUET Admission Process

First Week of August 2025

Jamia Millia Islamia

JMI CUET Admission Process

-

Jawaharlal Nehru University  JNU CUET Admission Process

-

Mahatma Gandhi Antarrashtriya Hindi Vishwavidyalaya MGAHV CUET Admission Process

August 2025

Mahatma Gandhi Central University Mahatma Gandhi Central University CUET Admission Process

-

Manipur University Manipur University CUET Admission Process

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Maulana Azad National Urdu University Maulana Azad National Urdu University CUET Admission Process

First Week of August 2025

Mizoram University Mizoram University CUET Admission Process

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Nagaland University Nagaland University CUET Admission Process

Second Week of August 2025

National Sanskrit University National Sanskrit University CUET Admission Process

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North-Eastern Hill University North-Eastern Hill University CUET Admission Process

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Pondicherry University Pondicherry University CUET Admission Process

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Rajiv Gandhi University and Affiliated Colleges Rajiv Gandhi University CUET Admission Process

First Week of August 2025

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Second Week of August 2025

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Third Week of August 2025

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First Week of August 2025

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First Week of August 2025

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First Week of August 2025

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First Week of August 2025

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First Week of July 2025

Visva-Bharti University Visva-Bharti University Admission Process

Last Week of May 2025

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Third Week of August 2025

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How to Check CUET UG Central Universities Courses?

Each CUET central university offers numerous undergraduate courses through CUET exam. Students can follow the given below steps to check the CUET UG courses offered by the participating universities:

Step 1: Visit the NTA CUET UG 2025 official website, cuet.nta.nic.in.

Step 2: Navigate the “Universities” tab in the header menu of the homepage.

Step 3: Click on the tab. The screen will display the list of CUET UG 2025 Participating Universities

Step 4: Click on the “CENTRAL UNIVERSITY” tab.

Step 5: The screen will display the list of 47 central universities.

Step 6: Click on the university for which you wish to know the UG courses offered.

Step 7: Check the CUET UG course list along with their CUET subject combination and eligibility criteria.

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CUET UG Counselling 2025

Q:   What is programme specific eligibility criteria in CUET?
A:

For admission to the desirous University/Institution, the candidates must appear in CUET 2025 in the Languages and Domain Specific subjects as per the Program-Specific Eligibility for which s (he) is desirous to take admission. For instance if candidate wishes to apply for B.Com (Hons.) programe in Delhi University he/she will be required to make the subject combination as :

Combination I: Any one Language from List A + Mathematics/Applied Mathematics + Any two subjects out of which at least one should be from List B1
OR
Combination II: Any one Language from List A + Accountancy/Book Keeping + Any two subjects out of which at least one should be from List B1

Candidates are advised to check CUET programme specific eligibility criteria before filling the application form, failing which they will not qualify for further admission process. 

Q:   How is CUET UG cut off calculated?
A:

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.

Q:   How can I access the CUET UG cut off list?
A:

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.

Q:   How is CUET normalized score calculated?
A:

The CUET (Common University Entrance Test) normalised scores are derived through a systematic process that ensures fairness across different testing sessions. Here’s a detailed breakdown of how these scores are calculated:

  1. Raw Marks Collection: Initially, each candidate's raw marks are collected after they complete the exam. These marks represent the number of correct answers each candidate achieved.

  2. Percentile Calculation: For each candidate, their percentile is calculated based on how their raw marks compare to those of other candidates who took the exam in the same session. This percentile indicates the relative standing of a candidate among their peers within that specific session.

  3. Session Equating: The process involves multiple testing sessions that may occur over several days for the same subject. The percentiles calculated for each session are then equated to ensure consistency in scoring across all sessions.

  4. Normalisation Process: After equating the percentiles, they are converted into normalised marks. This step helps to standardise scores across varying exam conditions and candidate populations.

  5. Handling Smaller Sessions: In instances where a session has a limited number of candidates, those scores are aggregated with larger sessions. This clubbing ensures that every candidate's performance is compared against a more substantial and diverse group, leading to a more reliable and equitable normalised score.

Q:   I am class 12th board topper. Do I need to participate in CUET UG counselling? Or will I be offered direct admission in central university?
A:

Yes, you will have to appear for the CUET counselling rounds of the central universities. Admission to central universities is offered based on CUET UG scores. Candidates must note that class 12th marks will not be considered for final admission to UG courses of central universities. Class 12th marks are used for tie-breaking criteria. Candidates must ensure to appear for Common University Entrance Test for Undergraduate courses to qualify for counselling rounds.

What is the difference between Central and Government Universities?

While the terms central universities and government universities are sometimes used interchangeably, they refer to different types of institutions in India’s higher education system. Check out the table below to know the difference between them:

Basis

Central Universities

Government Universities

Establishment  

Central Universities are established by an Act of Parliament.

Government Universities are established by an Act of State Legislature.

Funding

Central Universities are fully funded by the Central Government.

Government Universities are funded by the respective government (state government).

Governing Body

The Ministry of Education, Government of India, governs central universities.

The State Higher Education Department governs the government universities.

Jurisdiction

These universities are operated at the national level.

These universities are operated at the state level.

Participation in CUET UG

47 Central Universities participate in CUET UG.

7 Government Universities participate in CUET UG.

Admission Process

These universities offer admission through CUET UG for undergraduate programmes.

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