LATEST UPDATE 2026

The Common University Entrance Test (CUET), conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), serves as the national-level gateway for both undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) admissions across central, state, private, deemed, and other participating universities in India, providing a single, standardized platform for fair and equal opportunities nationwide. For CUET UG 2026, registration is currently live on cuet.nta.nic.in, started on January 3, 2026, with the last date to apply being January 30, 2026 (fee payment till January 31, 2026), and the application correction window open from February 2 to February 4, 2026; the exam will be held in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode from May 11 to May 31, 2026, in 13 languages across 300+ cities, covering 23 domain subjects, 13 languages, and a General Aptitude Test, with candidates allowed to choose up to five subjects aligned with their Class 12 stream for programs like BA, B.Sc., B.Com, BBA, and integrated courses.

For CUET PG 2026, registration is ongoing on exams.nta.nic.in/cuet-pg with the extended last date now January 20, 2026 (correction window January 18–20, 2026), and the exam scheduled in CBT mode during March 2026 (exact shift dates to be confirmed) for 157 subjects in English/Hindi, where candidates can select up to four papers for admissions to MA, M.Sc., M.Com, MBA, MCA, and other PG programs. The number of participating universities is dynamic (280+ for UG and numerous for PG in recent cycles), with no upper age limit (university-specific eligibility applies), merit-based admissions through CUET scores followed by university counseling, and uniform paper durations (45–60 minutes per subject for UG; 90 minutes for most PG papers).

OVERVIEW

CUET UG is conducted for admission to undergraduate programmes in central, state, deemed, and private universities across India. The exam tests candidates on language proficiency, domain-specific subjects (as per Class 12 syllabus), and general aptitude. Admissions are based on CUET scores and university-wise merit lists, followed by counselling.

CUET PG is conducted for admission to postgraduate programmes. The test mainly focuses on subject-specific knowledge at the graduation level, along with general awareness or aptitude in some courses. Final admission is done through score-based merit lists and counselling conducted by participating universities.

IMPORTANT DATES

As per the latest official updates, CUET UG 2026 applications started in January 2026 and closed by the end of the month, with the correction window opening in early February 2026. The CUET UG examination is scheduled to be conducted between 11 May and 31 May 2026, admit cards are expected in early May, results will be declared in June 2026, and counselling/admissions will take place in July 2026. For CUET PG 2026, the application process was conducted from mid-December 2025 to mid-January 2026, followed by a correction window in January 2026. The CUET PG exam is scheduled for March 2026, admit cards will be released in early March, results are expected in April or early May 2026, and counselling will begin shortly after the result declaration.

PROGRAMS OFFERED

The Common University Entrance Test (CUET), conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), enables admissions to a wide range of undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) programs across participating universities (central, state, private, deemed, and others—over 200+ for UG and around 150–200 for PG in recent cycles, with lists updated on official sites).

For CUET UG, candidates select up to 5 subjects from 23 domain-specific subjects (e.g., Accountancy, Agriculture, Anthropology, Biology/Biological Studies/Biotechnology/Biochemistry, Business Studies, Chemistry, Computer Science/Informatics Practices, Economics/Business Economics, Engineering Graphics, Entrepreneurship, Environmental Studies, Geography, History, Home Science, Legal Studies, Mass Media/Mass Communication, Mathematics/Applied Mathematics, Performing Arts, Physical Education, Physics, Political Science, Psychology, Sanskrit, Sociology), 13 languages (e.g., English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu), and the General Aptitude Test.

These choices map to diverse UG programs such as BA (various specializations like History, Political Science, Economics, Psychology, Sociology, English, etc.), B.Sc. (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, Computer Science, Agriculture, etc.), B.Com (including Hons.), BBA/BMS, Integrated programs (e.g., B.Sc.-M.Sc., Integrated Law), B.Tech/B.E. (select universities), BFA, B.Voc, B.El.Ed, and others in arts, sciences, commerce, humanities, law, management, and vocational fields—specific eligibility and subject mapping vary by university and must be checked on cuet.nta.nic.in.

For CUET PG 2026, candidates choose up to 4 test papers from 157 subjects/test papers across streams like Humanities (e.g., MA in English, Hindi, History, Political Science, Sociology, Psychology, Economics, etc.), Sciences (e.g., M.Sc. in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Botany, Zoology, Biotechnology, etc.), Commerce (M.Com), Management (MBA/MBA equivalents via general paper), Law (LLM), Education (M.Ed), Social Work (MSW), Acharya (Sanskrit-related), M.Tech/Higher Sciences, Languages, and more specialized domains (e.g., Public Health, Journalism, Fine Arts). The exam covers postgraduate programs including MA, M.Sc., M.Com, MBA, MCA, LLM, M.Tech, MPH, MFA, and integrated or professional PG courses—admissions depend on university-specific eligibility (bachelor’s degree or equivalent) and subject codes.

TOP COLLEGES & TOTAL SEATS

The Common University Entrance Test (CUET) opens doors to hundreds of universities across India, with over 230–250+ participating institutions for UG (including 47 central, 40+ state, 35+ deemed, 170+ private, and others) and around 200+ for PG (including 53 central universities). Exact seat numbers vary yearly by program, campus, category (with reservations: ~15% SC, 7.5% ST, 27% OBC-NCL, 10% EWS, 5% PwD), and are finalized during university-specific counseling. NTA does not publish a centralized seat matrix—each university releases its own intake details via portals or CSAS-like systems (e.g., for DU). Total UG seats across all participating universities exceed 3 lakh (approximately 300,000+), while PG seats are in the lakhs (over 3–4 lakh estimated across institutions, though exact figures fluctuate).

Top Colleges/Universities (Primarily Central & Flagship Ones) & Approximate Seat Intake (Based on Recent Cycles like 2025–2026 Trends)

These are among the most sought-after due to reputation, NIRF rankings, and applicant volume. Focus on central universities for high competition.

CUET UG (Undergraduate Programs):

Delhi University (DU) — Flagship with highest demand; offers ~79,000 seats across 69+ UG programs (BA, B.Sc., B.Com, BBA equivalents, etc.) in affiliated colleges (North/South Campus). DU alone accounts for a major chunk of total CUET UG seats.

Banaras Hindu University (BHU) — ~9,000–10,000+ seats for UG programs (BA Hons., B.Sc., B.Com, Integrated courses, etc.).

Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) — ~1,500–1,900 seats, mainly for BA (Hons.) in foreign languages, social sciences, and integrated programs.

Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) — ~4,000 seats across various UG streams.

Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) — ~2,300 seats (e.g., ~969 in BA programs, ~434 in B.Sc.).

Other notable central universities: University of Hyderabad, Tezpur University, Central University of Rajasthan, etc., with hundreds to thousands of seats each (e.g., Central University of Karnataka ~631 seats).

Top preferences often go to DU ? BHU ? JNU ? JMI ? AMU for arts/commerce/science. Competition is fierce in popular courses like B.Com (Hons.), BA Economics/Political Science, B.Sc. Computer Science.

CUET PG (Postgraduate Programs):

Delhi University (DU) — Significant intake for MA, M.Sc., M.Com, LLM, etc. (thousands of seats across departments; exact varies).

Banaras Hindu University (BHU) — Large PG intake (thousands) in MA, M.Sc., MBA, etc.

Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) — Strong for MA/M.Sc. in humanities/social sciences (hundreds to thousands).

Other key ones: Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), Jamia Millia Islamia, University of Hyderabad, Pondicherry University, etc., with varying seats (hundreds per program).

Total PG seats: Spread across 200+ universities, with central ones offering substantial numbers in humanities, sciences, commerce, management, and law.

For precise 2026 seat matrices (program-wise, category-wise, campus-wise), check:

Official NTA sites: cuet.nta.nic.in (UG) and exams.nta.nic.in/cuet-pg (PG) for participating universities lists and bulletins.

University portals (e.g., DU CSAS portal, BHU counseling site) during admission rounds—they release detailed intake after results.

Seats are allotted merit-based via CUET scores during university counseling (multiple rounds if vacant). 

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

Eligibility for CUET UG and CUET PG is set primarily by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for appearing in the exam, but final admission eligibility (including minimum marks, subject requirements, age limits if any, and reservations) is determined by individual participating universities—always check the specific university’s admission brochure or portal (e.g., DU CSAS, BHU counseling site) alongside the NTA Information Bulletin for your target programs.

CUET UG Eligibility:

Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed or be appearing in Class 12 (or equivalent) from a recognized board. The qualification should be from a single board (no mixing boards for eligibility in most cases).

Subject Flexibility: You can choose any subjects in CUET regardless of what you studied in Class 12 (a recent change allowing greater flexibility), but universities may require specific domain subjects for admission to certain programs (e.g., Mathematics for B.Sc. programs).

Minimum Marks: No uniform minimum percentage set by NTA for appearing in the exam; however, universities often require 50%+ aggregate in Class 12 (with relaxations for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD categories, typically 5% less).

Age Limit: No upper or lower age limit specified by NTA for appearing in CUET UG. Some universities (e.g., certain courses at DU or BHU) may have program-specific age criteria—verify in their guidelines.

Nationality: Open to Indian citizens; foreign nationals or those with overseas qualifications may apply with UGC equivalence certificate if needed.

Other Notes: Final-year/appearing Class 12 students are eligible provisionally; admission is subject to passing Class 12 with required marks/subjects.

CUET PG 2026 Eligibility:

Educational Qualification: Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) from a recognized university, or be in the final year of graduation (awaiting results). Specific programs may require a relevant undergraduate discipline (e.g., B.Sc. for M.Sc., any graduate for many MA/MBA options), but many universities accept graduates from any stream.

Minimum Marks: NTA does not set a uniform percentage for appearing; most universities require at least 50% aggregate in graduation (relaxations of 5% for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD categories as per norms).

Age Limit: No upper age limit specified by NTA. Participating universities may impose course-specific age restrictions (rare for most PG programs).

Other Notes: Final-year UG students can apply provisionally; admission depends on completing the degree with required marks. Check university-specific criteria for professional courses (e.g., MBA, LLM, M.Tech) which may need relevant background or entrance test.

The Common University Entrance Test (CUET), conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), follows a Computer-Based Test (CBT) format for both UG and PG levels in 2026. The pattern remains consistent with recent years (no major changes announced in the latest notifications), though subject choices and durations vary. Always confirm the latest details in the official Information Bulletin 2026 downloadable from cuet.nta.nic.in (UG) and exams.nta.nic.in/cuet-pg (PG), as minor adjustments or slot-specific info may apply.

EXAM PATTERN

The CUET UG & PG exam pattern is designed to test subject knowledge and aptitude through a computer-based test. CUET UG consists of three sections: Language Test, Domain-Specific Subjects, and General Test. The language section tests reading comprehension and basic language skills, domain sections are based on the Class 12 syllabus of the selected subjects, and the general test includes general knowledge, reasoning, and quantitative aptitude. Each question carries five marks, with one mark deducted for each wrong answer. CUET PG is mainly subject-specific, based on the candidate’s graduation syllabus, and is conducted as an online test with multiple-choice questions, following a similar marking scheme of five marks for correct answers and negative marking for incorrect responses.

CUET UG Exam Pattern:

Mode: Fully computer-based (CBT).

Sections & Subjects: Candidates choose up to 5 subjects from:

Section IA: 13 Languages (English, Hindi, regional languages like Tamil, Telugu, etc.).

Section IB: Additional languages (if needed).

Section II: 23 Domain-specific subjects (e.g., Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, Accountancy, Business Studies, Economics, History, Political Science, etc.—aligned with Class 12 NCERT syllabus).

Section III: General Test (General Knowledge, Current Affairs, General Mental Ability, Numerical Ability, Quantitative Reasoning, Logical & Analytical Reasoning).

Question Type: All Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) with 4 options.

Marking Scheme: +5 marks for each correct answer; -1 for each incorrect answer; 0 for unanswered/unattempted.

Duration: 60 minutes per test paper/subject (candidates take multiple papers in shifts over the exam window).

Total Questions per Paper: Typically 50 questions to attempt (out of 50–60 provided in some cases).

Key Notes: No fixed total questions/marks as it depends on chosen subjects; focus on NCERT-based content for domains; General Test is optional/recommended for many programs.

CUET PG Exam Pattern:

Mode: Fully computer-based (CBT).

Subjects/Papers: 157 test papers across streams (Humanities, Sciences, Commerce, Management, Law, Education, etc.); candidates can choose up to 4 papers based on eligibility and desired PG programs.

Question Type: Mostly Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) with 4 options (some papers may have subject-specific variations).

Marking Scheme: +4 marks for each correct answer; -1 for each incorrect answer; 0 for unanswered (standard NTA pattern; confirm in bulletin for any exceptions).

Duration: 90 minutes per paper.

Total Questions per Paper: 75 questions (all to be attempted; pattern uniform across most papers).

Key Notes: Papers in English and Hindi (bilingual where applicable); focus on bachelor’s-level domain knowledge; no General Test—each paper is subject-specific.

General Tips for Both:

Exam conducted in multiple shifts over the window (May 11–31 for UG; March for PG), so normalization may apply for fairness.

No sectional time limits within a paper—manage time wisely.

Practice with official mock tests/samples on NTA sites to get familiar with the CBT interface.

EXAM SYLLABUS

The Common University Entrance Test (CUET) syllabus for 2026, as prescribed by the National Testing Agency (NTA), is aligned with previous academic levels: Class 11–12 NCERT for UG (domain subjects) and undergraduate-level knowledge for PG. The official syllabi are available as subject-wise PDFs on the NTA websites—download them directly for the most accurate, detailed topic lists, as some subjects have minor rationalizations or updates (e.g., focus on core concepts, reduced rote elements in sciences like Physics/Chemistry).

CUET UG Syllabus:

Divided into three sections:

Section IA & IB (Languages): Covers 13 languages (e.g., English, Hindi, regional like Tamil, Telugu, etc.). Focus on Reading Comprehension, Literary Aptitude, Vocabulary, Grammar, and Language Usage (based on Class 12 level proficiency).

Section II (Domain-Specific Subjects): 23 subjects (e.g., Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology/Biotechnology, Accountancy, Business Studies, Economics, History, Political Science, Geography, Psychology, Sociology, Computer Science, etc.). Syllabus is largely NCERT-based from Class 12, with emphasis on conceptual understanding and application. Examples:

Physics: Mechanics, Electrostatics, Current Electricity, Magnetism, Optics, Modern Physics (some outdated topics rationalized).

Chemistry: Physical, Organic, Inorganic Chemistry (detailed units; some applied topics streamlined).

Mathematics: Algebra, Calculus, Probability, Vectors, etc.

General Test (Section III): General Knowledge, Current Affairs, Numerical Ability, Quantitative Reasoning, Logical & Analytical Reasoning (optional/recommended for many programs).

Key Tip: Prepare primarily from NCERT textbooks for domains; practice application-based questions. Total subjects: 37 (languages + domains + General Test).

CUET PG Syllabus:

Covers 157 test papers/subjects across streams (Humanities, Sciences, Commerce, Management, Law, Education, etc.), with candidates choosing up to 4.

Each paper is domain-specific, focusing on bachelor’s-level knowledge (undergraduate syllabus of the relevant discipline).

Examples:

MA English/Hindi/History/Political Science/Sociology: Core literature/theory, critical analysis, historical events.

M.Sc. Physics/Chemistry/Mathematics/Botany/Zoology/Biotechnology: Advanced undergraduate topics in the subject.

M.Com: Accounting, Business Laws, Economics, Finance.

MBA/Management: General aptitude, quantitative, logical reasoning, business awareness.

LLM: Constitutional Law, Jurisprudence, International Law, etc.

Common/General Papers (e.g., COQP11 for certain interdisciplinary programs like LLB equivalents, Library Science, etc.): Language comprehension, general aptitude, domain basics.

Key Tip: Syllabus is subject-specific (no uniform General Test like UG); prepare from standard UG textbooks of your field. Most papers emphasize analytical/application questions.

SELECTION PROCESS

The Common University Entrance Test (CUET), conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), is primarily an entrance exam where NTA handles registration, exam conduction, answer key challenges, result declaration, and scorecard provision. NTA does not conduct a centralized counselling or merit list preparation for admissions—selection and final admission are managed individually by each participating university (over 200+ for UG and around 190–200 for PG). This means the process varies by institution (e.g., Delhi University uses CSAS portal, BHU/JNU have their own systems), but follows a merit-based approach using CUET scores.

General Selection Process for Both UG & PG

Appear in CUET Exam – Take the CBT exam in chosen subjects/papers.

Result & Scorecard – NTA declares results (UG: likely late June/July; PG: around April/May) and provides normalized scorecards (percentiles for UG in some cases; raw/normalized for PG). Download from official portals (cuet.nta.nic.in for UG; exams.nta.nic.in/cuet-pg for PG).

University-Specific Registration for Counselling – After results, register separately on the admission portal of your preferred participating universities (check their websites for notifications, e.g., ugadmission.uod.ac.in for DU). Submit CUET scorecard, personal/academic details, category proof, and pay any counselling/registration fee.

Merit List/Cutoff Preparation – Each university releases its own course-wise/program-wise merit lists or cutoffs based on CUET scores (plus any university-specific weightage, like Class 12 marks in some cases for UG). Factors include exam difficulty, applicant numbers, seats, and reservations (15% SC, 7.5% ST, 27% OBC-NCL, 10% EWS, 5% PwD as per norms).

Choice Filling & Seat Allotment – Fill program/university preferences (if applicable), then participate in online/offline rounds. Multiple rounds may occur if seats remain vacant (spot counselling possible).

Document Verification & Admission Confirmation – Shortlisted candidates upload/verify documents (e.g., Class 10/12 marksheets, degree certificates for PG, category/PwD certificates, ID proof) online or in person at the university. Pay admission/confirmation fees to secure the seat (provisional until full verification).

Final Admission – Complete any remaining formalities (e.g., medical fitness, orientation). Admission is subject to eligibility, merit rank, seat availability, and document authenticity.

Key Differences

CUET UG: Often involves centralized portals for major universities (e.g., DU CSAS for preference filling and allotments). Highly competitive for top ones like DU (~79,000 seats), BHU (~10,000 UG seats). No GD/PI for most programs—purely score-based.

CUET PG: More decentralized; universities release separate merit lists/cutoffs post-results. Counselling may include online registration + offline verification/reporting. Some programs (e.g., MBA/LLM) might have additional criteria.

Important Notes:

Monitor university websites regularly after results—counselling starts soon after (UG: mid-June/July onward; PG: May/June onward, spanning 3–4 months with multiple rounds).

No centralized NTA counselling—apply to multiple universities if targeting several (e.g., DU, BHU, JNU).

Reservations and relaxations apply per university norms.

For exact timelines, cutoffs, documents, and processes, refer to each university’s admission brochure (linked via NTA sites) and download the Information Bulletin from cuet.nta.nic.in (UG) / exams.nta.nic.in/cuet-pg (PG).

HOW TO APPLY

The application process for both CUET UG 2026 and CUET PG 2026 is entirely online through the official National Testing Agency (NTA) websites—no offline mode is accepted. Each candidate can submit only one application; multiple forms lead to rejection. Use a valid personal email and mobile number (yours or parents’/guardians’) for registration, as all updates (including admit card, results) come via these. The process is similar for both but uses different portals. Ensure you meet eligibility (e.g., appearing/passed Class 12 for UG; bachelor’s degree or final year for PG) and have documents ready: recent passport-size photo (scanned, specified format/size), signature, Class 10/12 marksheets (for UG), graduation details (for PG), category certificate (if applicable), and Aadhaar/UDID for verification.

CUET UG Application Steps (Portal: cuet.nta.nic.in):

Registration is currently open (started January 3, 2026); last date to submit form: January 30, 2026 (up to 11:50 PM IST); fee payment deadline: January 31, 2026 (up to 11:50 PM IST).

Correction window: February 2–4, 2026 (up to 11:50 PM IST).

Steps:

Visit cuet.nta.nic.in and click on the “Registration for CUET (UG)” or “Apply Online” link.

Complete new registration: Enter basic details (name, DOB, email, mobile, etc.) – Verify via OTP/email – Generate application number and password.

Log in with credentials – Fill the application form: Provide personal, academic details, select up to 5 subjects (from languages/domains/General Test), choose exam cities (preferences), upload scanned photo & signature.

Pay application fee online (via card/net banking/UPI; amount varies by category/number of subjects—check bulletin for exact fees, typically Rs. 750–Rs. 1,500+ for General).

Review all entries carefully – Submit the form – Download/print confirmation page and payment receipt.

Tip: Apply early to avoid last-minute glitches; read the Information Bulletin on the site for full guidelines.

CUET PG Application Steps (Portal: exams.nta.nic.in/cuet-pg):

Registration started December 14, 2025; last date to submit form: January 14, 2026 (up to 11:50 PM IST); no further extensions expected (NTA advisory urges completion soon).

Correction window: January 18–20, 2026 (up to 11:50 PM IST; includes exam city preferences if needed).

Steps:

Visit exams.nta.nic.in/cuet-pg and click on the “Registration for CUET (PG)” or “Apply Online” link.

Complete new registration: Enter name, DOB, email, mobile, etc. – Verify OTP – Get application number and password.

Log in – Fill form: Provide personal/academic details, select up to 4 test papers/subjects (from 157 options), choose exam cities (preferences), upload photo & signature.

Pay fee online (e.g., Rs. 2,400 for General/OBC; Rs. 1,200 or lower for reserved categories—confirm exact in bulletin).

Double-check details (no changes post-submission except in correction window) – Submit – Download confirmation page and receipt.

Tip: Only fee-paid applications are considered complete; ensure all steps (including city selection) are done before deadline.

EXAM CENTRES

CUET UG and CUET PG exams are conducted across major cities in India through computer-based test centres. Common exam centres include Delhi/NCR, Mumbai, Pune, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Jaipur, Chandigarh, Lucknow, Patna, Bhopal, Indore, Raipur, Ranchi, Guwahati, Bhubaneswar, Kochi, Trivandrum, Coimbatore, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam, Dehradun, Shimla, Jammu, Srinagar, and other regional cities. Candidates can select their preferred exam cities during application, and the final centre details are mentioned on the admit card.

State-wise/UT-wise list of Cities in India and Abroad: (Centers List may vary, Please visit the official website)

Examination Cities Outside India

ADMIT CARD

The admit card (also called hall ticket) for CUET UG and CUET PG is a mandatory document issued by the National Testing Agency (NTA). It contains your personal details, exam date/time/shift, subject/paper, exam centre address, reporting time, and important instructions. You must carry a printed copy to the exam centre along with a valid photo ID (e.g., Aadhaar, passport, voter ID). No entry without it. Soft copies on mobile are not accepted.

NTA releases the admit card a few days before your scheduled exam date (typically 3–7 days prior, sometimes with an advance city intimation slip first). As of January 14, 2026, admit cards are not yet released for either exam.

CUET UG Admit Card:

Expected Release: First week of May 2026 (or 3–4 days before your allotted exam date in the May 11–31 window). An advance city intimation slip (mentioning exam city only) may come earlier, around late April or early May.

How to Download:

Visit the official website: cuet.nta.nic.in.

Click on the “Download Admit Card” or “CUET (UG) 2026 Admit Card” link (it will be activated when released).

Log in using your Application Number and Date of Birth (or password if set).

View and download the admit card PDF.

Take a clear printout on A4 size paper.

Key Notes: Only registered and fee-paid candidates get access. Check for discrepancies (name, photo, signature, etc.) immediately—if any, contact NTA helpline (available 10 AM–5 PM) before the exam. NTA may correct records later, but report promptly.

CUET PG Admit Card:

Expected Release: In March 2026 (at least 3 days before your exam date in the March window, likely March 13–April 1 based on patterns).

How to Download:

Go to the official portal: exams.nta.nic.in/cuet-pg (or exams.nta.nic.in/CUET-PG).

Click the “Download Admit Card” or “CUET (PG) 2026 Admit Card” link when live.

Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth (or password).

Download the PDF and print a copy.

Key Notes: An advance city intimation slip may release first (e.g., early March). Preserve the printed admit card until admissions end. Report issues to NTA helpline right away.

General Tips:

Monitor the official websites daily once the exam window nears—NTA announces exact release via notifications.

Download early to avoid last-minute server issues.

Keep multiple printouts and the digital file safe.

Your exam centre will likely be nearby —details appear only on the admit card.

If you face login issues or errors, use NTA’s helpline or query redressal system.

EXAM RESULT

The National Testing Agency (NTA) declares the CUET UG and CUET PG results online in the form of scorecards (including normalized/raw scores, percentiles where applicable, and subject-wise details). Results are final after the answer key challenge process—no re-evaluation or re-checking is allowed. NTA’s role ends with result declaration; participating universities then use these scores for merit lists, cutoffs, and counselling (no centralized NTA merit list).

CUET UG Results:

Expected Declaration: In June 2026 (most sources indicate mid-to-late June, possibly last week of June; some estimates point to early July based on previous trends).

How to Check/Download:

Visit the official website: cuet.nta.nic.in.

Click on the “CUET (UG) Result” or “Scorecard” link (activated post-declaration).

Log in using your Application Number and Date of Birth (or password if set).

View your scorecard (PDF format) – Download and print for future use (counselling/admission).

Key Notes: Results follow provisional answer key release (post-exam, with objection window) and final key. Scorecard includes normalized scores (via equipercentile method for multi-shift fairness), percentiles, and category-wise stats may be shared.

CUET PG Results:

Expected Declaration: In May 2026 (tentatively first week of May; aligns with March exam window, following provisional/final answer key process).

How to Check/Download:

Go to the official portal: exams.nta.nic.in/cuet-pg (or exams.nta.nic.in/CUET-PG).

Click the “CUET (PG) Result” or “Scorecard” link when live.

Enter Application Number and Date of Birth (or password).

Download the scorecard PDF.

Key Notes: Scorecard shows subject-wise scores (no percentiles in some cases), overall performance. Post-results, universities release separate merit lists/cutoffs and start counselling (May/June onward). Validity: For 2026-27 academic session.

General Advice:

Monitor official sites for exact result date notifications (announced via press release or portal update).

Provisional answer keys release first (with challenge facility)—use them to estimate scores.

Keep login credentials ready; download multiple copies of the scorecard (needed for university registrations).

No physical result dispatch—everything online.

If discrepancies appear (rare), contact NTA helpline immediately (details on portal).

COUNSELLING PROCESS & CUTOFFS

The Common University Entrance Test (CUET) counselling (also called admission or seat allotment process) is decentralized—the National Testing Agency (NTA) only conducts the exam and declares results/scorecards. Each participating university (200+ for UG, around 190–200 for PG) handles its own counselling independently after results. This includes separate registration, merit lists/cutoffs, choice filling (where applicable), seat allotment (multiple rounds if seats remain vacant), document verification, and fee payment. No centralized NTA counselling exists—apply separately to each target university (e.g., DU, BHU, JNU, AMU, JMI). 

CUET UG Counselling Process

Timeline: Starts after results (expected late June/early July 2026 onward); universities announce their schedules separately (e.g., DU CSAS portal activates around June/July).

General Steps (vary slightly by university):

Register on University Portal – After CUET results, visit the university’s admission portal (e.g., ugadmission.uod.ac.in for DU CSAS, bhuonline.in or bhucuet.samarth.edu.in for BHU) ? Register using CUET application number/scorecard details ? Pay counselling/registration fee (separate from CUET fee).

Choice Filling – Select preferred programs/courses/colleges (e.g., in DU CSAS, fill preferences for colleges and programs).

Merit List/Cutoff Release – University publishes course-wise/college-wise merit lists or cutoffs (based on CUET scores, sometimes combined with Class 12 marks eligibility).

Seat Allotment – Online allocation in rounds (multiple if vacancies); accept/freeze/upgrade options in some systems (e.g., DU CSAS has 3–5+ rounds).

Document Verification & Fee Payment – Upload/verify documents (Class 10/12 marksheets, CUET scorecard, category/PwD certificate, ID proof, migration certificate, photos) online or in person ? Pay admission fee to confirm seat.

Final Admission – Report to allotted college if required; spot/mop-up rounds for remaining seats.

Documents Needed (common): CUET scorecard, Class 12 marksheet, category certificate (if applicable), PwD certificate, photo ID, passport photos, transfer/migration certificate.

Cutoffs for CUET UG 2026 (Expected/Indicative; Not Fixed—Vary by University, Course, Category, Seats, Difficulty, Applicants):

Cutoffs released as minimum scores/ranks/percentiles by universities post-results (no NTA-wide cutoff).

Top Universities Trends (based on recent cycles; aim higher for safety):

Delhi University (DU): Highly competitive; top courses (e.g., B.Com Hons., BA Economics/Political Science, B.Sc. Computer Science) often 750–800+ out of 1250 (for 5 subjects) or 95–99+ percentile for flagship colleges. General category closing ranks high; reserved categories lower (e.g., 10–20% relaxation).

Banaras Hindu University (BHU): BA (Hons.) Arts/Social Sciences: 290–320/350; B.Com (Hons.): 540–560/650; B.Sc. (Hons.) Maths: 500–540/600. Varies by category; spot rounds lower.

JNU/AMU/JMI: Competitive for humanities/social sciences (e.g., BA Hons. foreign languages or arts: high percentiles).

Factors: Exam difficulty, applicant numbers (~lakhs), seats (~3 lakh+ total UG), reservations. No sectional cutoffs usually.

CUET PG Counselling Process

Timeline: Starts after results (expected May 2026 onward); counselling often June–July 2026, with 2+ rounds depending on vacancies.

General Steps (university-specific):

Register on University Portal – Post-results, apply on the university’s PG admission portal (e.g., pgadmission.uod.ac.in for DU CSAS PG, similar for BHU/JNU).

Submit Details & Documents – Upload CUET scorecard, graduation marks, category proof, etc.; pay counselling fee.

Merit List/Cutoff Release – University issues course-wise cutoffs/merit lists based on CUET PG scores.

Choice Filling & Allotment – Fill preferences (if applicable); seats allotted in rounds (online phase common, some offline verification).

Verification & Confirmation – Document check (graduation degree/marksheets, CUET scorecard, category/ID proofs) + pay fees.

Final Steps – Secure seat; spot rounds if needed.

Documents Needed (common): CUET PG scorecard, bachelor’s degree/marksheets, category/PwD certificate, ID proof, photos.

Cutoffs for CUET PG 2026 (Expected/Indicative):

University- and course-specific (no fixed NTA cutoff); released as minimum scores for shortlisting.

Top Universities Trends (based on previous years; vary widely):

DU/BHU/JNU: High for popular courses (e.g., MA English/Economics, M.Sc. Physics/Chemistry, MBA equivalents: often 200–300+ out of normalized scores, depending on paper; percentiles 90+ for top calls).

Reserved categories: 10–20% lower.

Factors: Competition, seats, difficulty; cutoffs released per round.

Key Advice:

Monitor university websites (e.g., admission.uod.ac.in for DU, bhu.ac.in for BHU) after results—schedules announced there.

Apply to multiple universities if targeting several.

Cutoffs aren’t announced in advance—derived from merit lists; aim high scores for top preferences.

IMPORTANT LINKS

For the CUET UG Official Website – click here

For the CUET PG Official Website – click here