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Minimum marks in class 12th for CUET are prescribed by accepting universities. For admission to central universities through CUET UG, candidates must check university wise Class 12th minimum marks for CUET. Candidates filling CUET application form 2026 must check eligibility criteria for admission to accepting universities.

Minimum marks in class 12 for CUET are prescribed by accepting universities. For admission to central universities through CUET UG, candidates must check university wise Class 12 minimum marks for CUET. Candidates filling CUET application form 2026 must check eligibility criteria for admission to accepting universities.

Minimum Marks on Class 12 for CUET

Minimum Marks on Class 12 for CUET

Common University Entrance Test (CUET) is conducted for admission to central universities. Students seeking admission to CUET accepting colleges, they must check the minimum marks in class 12 for CUET. NTA does not prescribe class 12 minimum marks, however, students must check CUET university wise criteria for admission through CUET UG. For admission to Undergraduate courses, candidate must have completed class 12th examinations and scored a minimum marks between 45% to 55% to successfully apply for admissions through CUET.

National Testing Agency has commenced CUET UG 2026 registrations are cuet.nta.nic.in. Students could fill the online form for CUET till February 04, 2026. Before filling out the application form, candidates must ensure that they meet the eligibility criteria, including the minimum marks in class 12th and the CUET subject combinations.

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  • What is Required Minimum Marks in Class 12th for CUET?
  • Minimum Marks in Class 12 for CUET
  • Will Class 12th Marks be Considered for Admission?

What is Required Minimum Marks in Class 12th for CUET?

National Testing Agency (NTA) does not mention minimum percentage or marks in class 12th for CUET UG. Students who have passed or are appearing for class 12th examinations must check CUET university wise class 12 minimum marks required to qualify for admissions. Candidates can appear for CUET UG examination without any minimum marks restriction, however, applicant must check the CUET university admission criteria prescribing minimum marks, percentage or CUET subject requirement.

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Q:   What is the minimum marks for CUET class 12th?
A: 

The minimum marks for CUET class 12th is prescribed differently for accepting universities. CUET universities like DU and Allahabad University does not prescribe the minimum marks in class 12 for CUET UG. However, universities like Banaras Hindu University, BBAU has prescribed the minimum percentage in class 12 for admission through CUET UG.

Q:   Is 12th marks important in CUET?
A: 

Class 12 marks are important for fulfilling the admission criteria and tie breaking criteria (if any) during admissions. Admission to Central Universities are conducted through CUET scores, however, candidates must fulfil the minimum marks requirement for admissions.

Q:   Does DU consider class 12th marks?
A: 

For admission to Delhi University, candidate must have passed or appeared for class 12 examination. There are no minimum marks requirement in class 12 for DU admission through CUET UG. DU may use the class 12 marks or percentage for tie breaking criteria.

Minimum Marks in Class 12 for CUET

More than 200 universities across India will accept CUET UG 2026 score. Some of top NIRF ranking institutes include University of Delhi, Allahabad University, Jawaharlal Nehru University and Jamia Milia Islamia. These universities prescribe the class 12 minimum marks for various UG courses. Check below to know CUET university wise Minimum marks in class 12th.

Minimum Marks in Class 12 for Delhi University

For admission to Delhi University, the minimum marks in class 12 for CUET are prescribed by university. Students must check course wise criteria to avoid any last minute cancellations.

CUET DU Courses

Minimum Class 12 Mark

B.A (Hons.)

No minimum class 12 marks are required for CUET. Candidates must have passed or appeared for class 12th examination at time of admissions.

 

 

 

 

 

B.Sc (Hons.)

B.Sc (Prog)

B.Com

BMS/ BBE

B.Voc.

Also Read: DU Admission Through CUET UG

Minimum Marks in Class 12 for Allahabad University

Candidates desireous of taking admission to University of Allahabad through CUET must check the minimum marks in class 12 for admissions below: 

CUET AU Courses

Minimum Class 12 Mark

BALLB (Hons)

secured 45% marks in case of general, 42% in case of OBC and 40% for SC/ST, in class 12

BA

No minimum class 12 marks are required for CUET. Candidates must have passed or appeared for class 12th examination at time of admissions.

 

 

 

 

 

BFA

Bachelor of Commerce

B.Sc

B.Voc.

Five Year Integrated Programs

Minimum Marks in Class 12 for Banaras Hindu University

Candidates desireous of taking admission to Banaras Hindu University through CUET must check the minimum marks in class 12 for admissions below: 

CUET BHU Courses

Minimum Class 12 Mark

B.A (Hons.)

Candidate must have scored a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate and passed the exam in concerned subjects.

 

 

 

 

 

 

B.Com

B.Sc (Hons.)

B.Tech

BFA

BPA

Shastri Hons.

Minimum Marks in Class 12 for Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University

Candidates desireous of taking admission to BBAU through CUET must check the minimum marks in class 12 for admissions below: 

CUET BBAU Courses

Minimum Class 12 Mark

B.A

Candidate must have scores a minimum marks of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwD) from recognized board

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

B.Com

B.Sc.

B.Tech

BBA

B.Voc.

BCA

B.Pharm

Integarated B.Sc and M.Sc

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Will Class 12th Marks be Considered for Admission?

Class 12th marks are not considered for admission to Central Universities. CUET UG is a standardised entrance test, introduced in 2022 for admission to undergraduate programmes in India. Candidates must compulsorily appear for CUET UG 2026 for admission to CUET central universities for academic year 2026-27. Class 12th marks are used only for tie breaking critera. However, candidates must note that fulfilling the minimum marks in class 12th criteria is important during the admission process.

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