Here is a comprehensive breakdown of the application process, eligibility, and exam structure.
1. Important Dates (Revised)
The deadline was recently extended from January 30 to February 4 to accommodate more applicants.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration Deadline | February 4, 2026 (11:50 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | February 7, 2026 |
| Correction Window | February 9 – February 11, 2026 |
| Exam City Announcement | April 2026 (Tentative) |
| Exam Dates | May 11 – May 31, 2026 |
| Result Declaration | July 2026 (Tentative) |
2. Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: You must have passed Class 12 (10+2) or an equivalent exam. If you are appearing for your board exams in 2026, you are still eligible to apply.
- Age Limit: There is no age limit set by the NTA for appearing in CUET UG. However, you must check the specific age requirements of the university or college you wish to join.
- Nationality: Indian citizens, as well as NRI, OCI, and PIO candidates, are eligible.
3. Exam Pattern & Syllabus
The exam is a Computer-Based Test (CBT) and is divided into three main sections. You can choose a maximum of 5 subjects in total.
| Section | Content | No. of Questions | Questions to Attempt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Section IA & IB | 33 Languages (English, Hindi, etc.) | 50 | 40 |
| Section II | 29 Domain Subjects (Physics, History, etc.) | 45 or 50 | 35 or 40 |
| Section III | General Test (GK, Reasoning, Math) | 60 | 50 |
- Marking Scheme: +5 for every correct answer; -1 for every incorrect answer.
- Syllabus: For domain subjects, the questions are strictly based on the NCERT Class 12 syllabus.
4. Registration Fee
The fee depends on the number of subjects you choose and your category:
- General (UR): ₹1,000 (up to 3 subjects) + ₹400 for each additional subject.
- OBC-NCL / EWS: ₹900 (up to 3 subjects) + ₹375 for each additional subject.
- SC / ST / PwBD / Third Gender: ₹800 (up to 3 subjects) + ₹350 for each additional subject.
5. Documents Required
Before starting your application on cuet.nta.nic.in, keep these ready:
- Scanned Photo & Signature: (JPG/JPEG format).
- Category Certificate: SC/ST/OBC/EWS certificates (if applicable).
- Class 10 & 12 Details: Marksheets or roll numbers.
- Aadhaar Number: Required for identity authentication.
Note: Ensure your EWS or OBC-NCL certificates are issued on or after January 1, 2026, as per current guidelines.
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