The Common University Entrance Test- CUET UG 2026 application window has officially opened, marking a significant milestone for UG- undergraduate aspirants seeking admission to state, central, Deemed universities and private universities across India. Candidates can now complete their registration online through the official CUET UG portal. This announcement comes as part of the NTA- National Testing Agency’s scheduled assessment cycle designed to standardise undergraduate admissions for the academic session 2026–27. The official notification by NTA has been released & the registration started from 3-Jan-2026 to ending on 30-Jan-2026. Get complete details including exam date, syllabus, eligibility, pattern, participating universities.
Highlights of CUET UG 2026 Exam
| Key Highlights | Details |
| Name of the Exam | Common University Entrance Test- CUET UG 2026 |
| Exam Frequency | Once a year |
| Conducting by | NTA- National Testing Agency |
| Exam Mode | CBT- Computer-Based Test |
| Total Subjects | 37 subjects (23 domain subjects, and 1 general test) |
| Exam Languages | English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu. |
| Maximum Subject students can choose | Up to 5 subjects only |
| Exam Duration | 60 minutes for each subjects |
| Exam Timing | Slot I - 9 AM to 11 AM Slot II - 12.30 PM to 2 PM Slot III - 4 PM to 5.30 PM |
| Question Format | All questions are compulsory |
| Marking System | +5 marks for correct answers |
| Negative Marking | -1 mark for incorrect answers & no penalty for unanswered |
| Eligibility | Candidates can choose any subject, regardless of Class 12 curriculum |
| CUET UG 2026 Fee | |
| For General | For 3 Subject: INR 1000 & INR 400 for each additional subject |
| OBC-NCL / EWS | For 3 Subject: INR 900 & INR 375 for each additional subject |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Third Gender | For 3 Subject: INR 800 & INR 350 for each additional subject |
| Centres Outside India | For 3 Subject: INR 4500 & INR 1800 for each additional subject |
| Official Websites | cuet.nta.nic.in examinationservices.nic.in nta.ac.in |
CUET UG 2026 Exam Eligibility
The NTA- National Testing Agency sets the eligibility criteria for students who wish to appear in the CUET UG 2026 exam. It is important for candidates to meet these basic requirements in order to register and appear for the test. However, the CUET eligibility criteria does not guarantee admission, as individual universities may have their own course-specific requirements. The table below outlines the general eligibility criteria for CUET UG 2026:
| Parameters | Details |
| Educational Qualification Requirement | Class 12 or equivalent from any recognized board with minimum 45% marks |
| Age | No age limit |
| Nationality | Must be Indian; NRI and OCI candidates can also apply |
Step by Step to Apply for CUET UG 2026
- Go to official link- cuet.nta.nic.in
- Create login details by clickin on 'New Registration'
- Check guidelines to fill online application form
- Enter personal details and address details
- Create password for future logins
- Fill CUET application form 2026
- Enter OTP sent on registered email ID and email ID
- Pay CUET application fee
Documents Required for CUET Application Form 2026
All those candidates who were looking forward to applying for CUET 2026 must upload the scanned copies of the following documents required for CUET application form:
- Class 10/12 mark sheets
- Passport-size photograph
- Signature
- ID proof with photo (Aadhar card, driving license, etc.)
- Caste certificate, non-creamy layer certificate if required
Check the table below to know the CUET statistics last 4 years wise:
| CUET Exam Year | Total Applicants | Total Appeared |
| 2022 | 14,90,293 | 9,68,201 |
| 2023 | Approx. 14,00,000 | Approx. 11,16,000 |
| 2024 | 13,47,820 | 11,13,610 |
| 2025 | 13,54,699 | 10,71,735 |
CUET 2026 admit card will be released by NTA. Before hall ticket, NTA will issue CUET 2026 advance intimation to candidates. The document mentions the name of the city where the exam centre is located along with the exam date, slot, and paper. CUET UG admit card is a compulsory document that has to be carried to the exam centre. The CUET admit card 2026 can be downloaded by logging in with the registration details. The direct link to download the CUET hall ticket or admit card will be provided on this page as and when it is announced.