Last updated on January 3rd, 2026 at 10:48 pm
CUET UG 2026 Application Dates ANnounced. The registration has started on 03 January 2026 and the last date to apply is 30 January 2026. CUET 2026 Exam will conduct between 11 to 31 May 2026.
Correction Window Dates – 02 to 04 February 2026
AMU UG Admission 2026-27 Through CUET, NEET, NCET, NATA And AMU UG Entrance Test – Full Guide
CUET UG 2026 is important exam for admission to various UG courses in Indian universities and colleges. conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), serves as the national entrance test for undergraduate admissions to over 250 participating central, state, deemed, and private universities in India, including NFSU programs replacing NFAT. No official notification has been released as of January 2026, with tentative timelines based on past patterns.
CUET UG 2026 Expected Key Dates
- Notification Release: 03 January 2026.
- Online Registration: 03 January 2026 to 30 January 2026. March to April 2026.
- Admit Card: Early May 2026.
- Exam Dates: May to June 2026 (hybrid CBT/PBT mode).
- Results: June-July 2026.
CUET UG 2026 Exam Pattern and Syllabus
The test features three sections:
Languages (13 choices), Domain Subjects (up to 29), and General Test (optional). Each section has 50 MCQs to attempt 40, lasting 45-60 minutes per slot, conducted in multiple shifts. Syllabus aligns with Class 12 NCERT for domains.
CUET UG 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must have passed or appeared in Class 12 from a recognized board, with no strict age limit; specific universities set minimum marks (e.g., 50-60%). Up to 10 domain subjects selectable.
Application Process
Apply at cuet.nta.nic.in; fee ₹1,000-₹1,300 (general), lower for reserved categories. Documents include photo, signature, Class 10/12 marksheets. Correction window follows registration.
The most recent changes to the CUET UG exam pattern, implemented for 2026, focus on streamlining the test for better efficiency and accessibility. These updates reduce complexity while maintaining fairness.
Key Pattern Changes
- Number of domain subjects cut from 63 to 37 (specifically 23 domain subjects from 27 prior), removing options like Entrepreneurship, Teaching Aptitude, and Legal Studies. Admissions for discontinued subjects now use General Test scores.
- Uniform 60-minute duration for every subject paper, eliminating prior variations.
- Strictly computer-based test (CBT) mode only, no pen-and-paper option.
Subject Selection Updates
Candidates can select up to 5 subjects total (13 languages + 23 domains + General Test), regardless of Class 12 stream studied. Each section has 50 MCQs (attempt 40), with +5 marks per correct answer and -1 for incorrect.
These reforms address feedback from prior years, making the exam more candidate-friendly ahead of the tentative May-June 2026 schedule
CUET UG 2026 Domain Subjects List
CUET UG 2026 offers 23 domain-specific subjects in Section II, reduced from previous years for streamlined testing. Candidates select up to 5 subjects total across sections based on program requirements.
| Code | Domain Subject |
| 301 | Accountancy / Book Keeping |
| 302 | Agriculture |
| 303 | Anthropology |
| 304 | Biology / Biotechnology / Biochemistry |
| 305 | Business Studies |
| 306 | Chemistry |
| 307 | Environmental Studies |
| 308 | Computer Science / Informatics Practices |
| 309 | Economics / Business Economics |
| 310 | Physics |
| 311 | Mathematics / Applied Mathematics |
| 312 | Fine Arts / Visual Arts (Sculpture / Painting) / Commercial Art |
| 313 | Geography / Geology |
| 314 | History |
| 315 | Home Science |
| 316 | Knowledge Tradition and Practices of India |
| 317 | Sociology |
| 318 | Mass Media / Mass Communication |
| 319 | Political Science |
| 320 | Psychology |
| 321 | Physical Education / NCC / Yoga |
| 322 | Performing Arts |
| 323 | Sanskrit |
CUET UG 2026 features subjects beyond domain-specific ones, including languages and a general test. Candidates select from these non-domain categories for university admissions. The structure supports flexible combinations based on course requirements.
Language Subjects
Section 1A offers 13 languages for reading comprehension and skills:
- English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu.
General Test
Section 3 includes one paper on:
- General Knowledge, Current Affairs, Quantitative Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, Numerical Ability.
Key Notes
Up to 5 subjects total selectable, mixing languages, domains (excluded here), and general test. Syllabus aligns with NCERT Class 12; check NTA site for PDFs.
The CUET UG 2026 General Test covers broad aptitude areas beyond domain subjects. It assesses skills through 50 questions in 60 minutes, with +5 for correct and -1 for incorrect answers.
Main Topics
Key sections include foundational knowledge up to Class 12 level:
- General Knowledge & Current Affairs: History (ancient to modern), polity, geography, economy, science news, awards, books/authors, government schemes.
- Quantitative & Numerical Ability: Percentages, ratios, profit/loss, time/work, algebra, geometry, mensuration, statistics, data interpretation.
- Logical & Analytical Reasoning: Series, analogies, coding-decoding, syllogisms, puzzles, seating arrangements, assumptions.
Additional Areas
- General Mental Ability: Direction sense, blood relations, critical reasoning.
- General Science & Environment: Physics (motion, electricity), chemistry (acids, metals), biology (nutrition, reproduction), ecology (pollution, biodiversity, climate change)
Which percentage is taken CUET UG or XII class High percentage
Admission criteria for CUET UG courses vary by university, with most central universities prioritizing CUET scores over Class 12 marks. Your 90% CUET score (high percentile potential) would typically outweigh 93% in Class 12, as NTA normalizes CUET to percentiles for merit lists.
University-Specific Rules
- Delhi University (DU): CUET percentile mandatory; Class 12 minimum eligibility (e.g., 50-60%) but merit based on CUET normalized score.
- BHU, JNU: CUET primary, Class 12 qualifying only.
- State/CUET-accepting: Some weightage like 50% CUET + 50% Class 12 (rare; check bulletin).
Merit Calculation
Universities compute composite via CUET percentile formula: (Candidates ≤ your score / Total) × 100, often 100% CUET for popular courses. Verify via NTA/cuet.nta.nic.in or university portals post-results.
How to choose subjects in Application form
To choose subjects in the CUET UG 2026 application form, align selections with your target UG courses and university eligibility criteria. Up to five subjects can be picked from languages (Section IA/IB), domain-specific (Section II), and general test (Section III). Enter preferences during online registration at cuet.nta.nic.in.
Selection Steps
Follow these during form filling:
- Review course/university requirements on NTA or university sites (e.g., DU mandates specific domains like Physics for B.Sc).
- Pick 1 language (e.g., English/Hindi), 2-4 domains matching Class 12 (e.g., Maths, Economics for B.Com), and general test if required.
- Confirm mapping: Subjects must match program eligibility; extras won’t boost chances.
Tips for Best Choices
- Candidates can prioritise English for broad eligibility.
- Use interdisciplinary domains for multiple courses (e.g., Accountancy for B.Com/BBA).
- Avoid unnecessary subjects to focus prep; max 5 total. Check official bulletin before submitting
CUET UG 2026 Counselling
The seats are offered through counselling. It takes place in multiple rounds managed by individual universities, not centrally by NTA. Most participating universities conduct up to three regular rounds, plus spot rounds for vacant seats.
Rounds Overview
- Round 1: Initial seat allotment based on CUET scores, preferences.
- Round 2: For upgrades or remaining seats.
- Round 3: Final regular round.
- Spot Rounds: Additional if seats remain; visit university for verification.
Process Notes
Each of 210+ universities handles independently; register separately per portal (e.g., DU CSAS). Fees non-refundable; timelines post-results (July-August).
Central Universities Lists
| Central University North India | South India CU | East | West | Central India |
| Aligarh University | CU Central Tribal University of Andhra Pradesh | Assam University | CU Gujrat | Dr Har Singh Gour Vishvidaylaya |
| Baba Saheb Bhim Rao Ambedkar University | CU Andhra Pradesh | CU Odisha | Mahatma Gandhi Antarrashtriya Hindi University | Guru Ghasidas Vishvdiyalaya |
| Central University of Haryana | CU Karnataka | CU South Bihar | NFSU Gujrat | |
| CU Himachal | CU Kerala | Mahatma Gandhi Central University | ||
| CU Kashmir | CU Tamil Nadu | Manipur University | ||
| CU Punjab | Pondicherry University | Nagaland University | ||
| CU Rajasthan | University of Hyderabad | North Eastern Hill University | ||
| HNB Garhwal University | The English and Foreign Language university | Rajiv Gandhi University | ||
| JMI | Sikkim Univeristy | |||
| JNU | Tezpur University | |||
| NHSU Delhi | Tripura University | |||
| Rajiv Gandhi National Aviation University | Visva Bharti University | |||
| Sanskrit University Delhi | CU Jharkhand | |||
| Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri University Delhi | ||||
| University of Allahabad | ||||
| Delhi University | ||||
| South Asian University |
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FAQS
Candidates need Class 12 or equivalent with at least 45-50% marks (varies by category/university). No age limit applies.
Yes, provisional admission possible if results declared before counseling
Expected first week of March 2026; apply at cuet.nta.nic.in.
Up to 5: languages, domains, general test
MCQ-based CBT: Section IA/IB (languages), II (domains, 27 options), III (general test).
+5 correct, -1 wrong.
How many universities participate?
210+, including 47 central.
Mostly 100% CUET; universities decide
