List of CUET UG State Universities 2026: Check Admission Process and Courses
Common University Entrance Test 2026 ( CUET )
CUET UG 2026 Exam
11 May '26 - 31 May '26
List of CUET UG 2026 state universities has been released at cuet.nta.nic.in. Candidates can check the list of state universities under CUET 2026 offering UG courses across India. Candidates applying for CUET state universities can check the link for official websites, counselling registration dates, process and steps to apply for admission here.
CUET UG State Universities
CUET UG 2026 list of State Universities is available at cuet.nta.nic.in. The National Testing Agency has updated the list of State Universities that will be accepting CUET scores. More than 25 State universities will be accepting CUET UG. The list will be updated regularly on official website. Candidates can know the complete list of state universities, UG courses and counselling registration dates here.
NTA will conduct CUET UG 2026 exam tentatively from May 11 to May 31, 2026 in CBT mode. Students must obtain a score in CUET UG to participate in the admission process of State Universities. After the declaration of CUET result 2026, candidates must apply for the desired CUET state universities following the process mentioned in this article.
Also Read:
- CUET UG 2026 State Universities Eligibility Criteria
- List of CUET UG State Universities 2026
- Difference Between CUET State University and Central University
- Steps to Apply for CUET State Universities 2026
CUET UG 2026 State Universities Eligibility Criteria
Candidates seeking admission to state universities through CUET UG 2026 must meet the following eligibility requirements:
- Applicants must have passed or be appearing in Class 12 from a recognized board.
- General category candidates must secure a minimum of 50% marks in Class 12.
- SC/ST/OBC category candidates are required to obtain at least 45% marks in Class 12.
- There is no upper age limit for CUET UG 2026; however, individual universities may have their own specific eligibility conditions.
List of CUET UG State Universities 2026
Candidates seeking admission to UG courses of CUET state universities can check the complete list of 30 state-wise universities mentioned in the table below.
CUET State Universities in Assam
- Bhattadev University
- Dibrugarh University, Dibrugarh, Assam
- Kumar Bhaskar Varma Sanskrit And Ancient Studies University
- Madhabdev University, Narayanpur, Lakhimpur
- North Lakhimpur College
CUET State Universities in Delhi
CUET State Universities in Jammu and Kashmir
- Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah University
- Cluster University Of Jammu
- Cluster University Of Srinagar
- Islamia College Of Science And Commerce
- Islamic University Of Science And Technology, Awantipora
- Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University
- University Of Jammu
- University Of Kashmir
CUET State University in Karnataka
CUET State University in Madhya Pradesh
- Barkatullah University
- Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya
- Maharaja Chattrasal Bundelkhand University
- Vikram University
CUET State University in Rajasthan
- Maharaja Surajmal Brij University, Bharatpur
- Sardar Patel University Of Police Security and Criminal Justice
CUET State University in Uttar Pradesh
- Dr Shakuntala Misra National Rehabilitation University, Lucknow
- Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University
- Harcourt Butler Technical University, Kanpur
- Madan Mohan Malaviya University Of Technology
Also Read: NTA CUET UG Admission Process
Difference Between CUET State University and Central University
Candidates preparing for CUET UG 2026 must know the difference between CUET state and CUET central universities. Check the table below to know the difference between the types of universities and get help in choosing the right university.
| Features |
CUET State Universities |
CUET Central Universities |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership |
Governed and funded by the respective State Governments |
Governed and funded by the Central Government |
| Number of Participating Universities |
30 State Universities accepting CUET UG |
47 Central Universities accepting CUET UG |
| Admission Process |
Based on CUET UG scores as per state university policies |
Based on CUET UG scores |
| Course Fees |
Higher than central universities |
Lower than all types of universities |
| Reservation Policy |
Follows state government reservation norms |
Follows central government reservation norms |
| Recognition & Reputation |
Primarily enjoys a regional reputation |
Known for national and international recognition |
| Seat Quota for State Residents |
Often have a domicile quota for state students |
No special quota for state residents |
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Steps to Apply for CUET State Universities 2026
To apply for CUET UG 2026 state universities, once the exam concludes, candidates must follow the steps below:
- Visit the official website of desired university
- Check for CUET UG counselling 2026 registration form and dates
- Register with CUET UG 2026 login details
- Enter the course and college preferences (after CUET results)
- Pay CUET counselling fee and save form for future reference
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