NTA CUET UG 2026: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the notification for the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) UG 2026. This is the single largest gateway for admission into Undergraduate Programmes in all Central Universities (like DU, BHU, JNU, AMU) and other participating State, Private, and Deemed Universities across India for the academic session 2026-27. The online application window is now open, starting from 03 January 2026, and will close on 30 January 2026. The exam is tentatively scheduled between 11 May to 31 May 2026 in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. If you have passed or are appearing in Class 12th, check the complete details regarding Subject Choice, Exam Pattern, Participating Universities, Fee, exam date, admit card, answer key, and exam result below.
Overview of NTA CUET UG 2026
| Details | Information |
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam Name | Common University Entrance Test (CUET-UG) 2026 |
| Admission For | Undergraduate (UG) Courses |
| Participating Unis | Central, State, Private & Deemed Universities |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Total Subjects | Max 05 Subjects Allowed |
Important Dates
- Notification Released: 03 January 2026
- Online Application Starts: 03 January 2026
- Last Date : 04/02/2026 11:50 PM (Extended)
- Fees Last Date : 07/02/2026 11:50 PM (Extended)
- Correction Date : 09-11 February 2026 (Revised)
- Form Re-Open Date : 23/02/2026
- Re-Open Last Date : 26/02/2026 11:50 PM
- Last Date to Upload Certificate: 10 April 2026
- Update Subject Details : 17-19 April 2026
- NTA CUET UG 2026 Exam Date :11-31 May 2026
Application Fees
1. For Up to 03 Subjects:
- General: ₹1000/-
- OBC-NCL / EWS: ₹900/-
- SC / ST / PH / Third Gender: ₹800/-
- Outside India: ₹4500/-
2. For Each Additional Subject (Beyond 3):
- General: ₹400/- per subject
- OBC-NCL / EWS: ₹375/- per subject
- SC / ST / PH / Third Gender: ₹350/- per subject
- Outside India: ₹1800/- per subject
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must have Passed Class 12th or equivalent examination or be Appearing in 2026 from any recognized board in India.
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Exam Pattern & Scheme 2026
- Exam Mode: Computer Based Test (CBT).
- Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).
- Medium: 13 Languages (English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu).
- Maximum Subjects: Candidates can choose up to a Maximum of 05 Subjects (Including Languages + Domain Subjects + General Test).
- Marking Scheme:
- Correct Answer: +5 Marks
- Incorrect Answer: -1 Mark (Negative Marking)
- Unanswered: 0 Marks
Structure of Test
- Section 1 (Language): Reading Comprehension, Literary Aptitude, Vocabulary.
- Section 2 (Domain Subject): Based on Class 12th NCERT Syllabus.
- Section 3 (General Test): GK, Current Affairs, Numerical Ability, Quantitative Reasoning, Logical & Analytical Reasoning.
Participating Universities (Key List)
- Aligarh Muslim University AMU
- Assam University, Silchar
- Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University
- Banaras Hindu University BHU Varanasi
- Central University of Andhra Pradesh
- Central University of South Bihar
- Central University of Gujarat
- Central University of Haryana
- Central University of Himachal Pradesh
- Central University of Jammu
- Central University of Jharkhand
- Central University of Karnataka
- Central University of Kashmir
- Central University of Kerala
- Central University of Odisha
- Central University of Punjab
- Central University of Rajasthan
- Central University of Tamil Nadu
- Dr. Harisingh Gaur Vishwa Vidyalaya
- Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya
- Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University
- Indira Gandhi National Tribal University
- Jamia Millia Islamia
- Jawaharlal Nehru University JNU, New Delhi
- Mahatma Gandhi Antarrashtriya Hindi Vishwavidyalaya
- Manipur University
- Maulana Azad National Urdu University
- Mizoram University
- Nagaland University
- North Eastern Hill University
- Pondicherry University
- Rajiv Gandhi University
- Sikkim University
- Tezpur University
- The English and Foreign Languages University
- Tripura University
- University of Allahabad
- University of Delhi
- University of Hyderabad
- Visva Bharati University
- Mahatma Gandhi Central University
- Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri National Sanskrit University
- National Sanskrit University
- Central Tribal University of Andhra Pradesh
- Sammakka Sarakka Central Tribal University
How to Apply for NTA CUET UG Online Form 2026
- Visit Official Website: Go to exams.nta.ac.in/CUET-UG (Direct link below).
- Registration: Click on “New Candidate Register Here”. Use your Email ID and Mobile Number.
- Fill Application:
- Personal Details: Name, Parents’ Name, Date of Birth.
- Qualification: Class 10th and 12th details.
- University/Program Selection: Select the Universities and Courses you wish to apply for.
- Test Paper Selection: Choose your subjects (Max 5) carefully based on the course eligibility.
- Upload Docs: Upload scanned Photograph, Signature, and Category Certificate (if applicable).
- Pay Fee: Pay the required examination fee based on your category and number of subjects.
- Submit: Download the Confirmation Page for future reference.
Important Links
| Content | Dates | Link |
| Admit Card | 05/05/2026 | Link-1 / Link-2 |
| Exam City | 29/06/2026 | Download |
| Update Subject Details | 18/04/2026 | Click Here |
| Download Update Subject Notice | 18/04/2026 | Click Here |
| Important Notice | 07/04/2026 | Click Here |
| Apply Online Form | 23/02/2026 | Click Here |
| Re-Open Notice | 23/02/2026 | Click Here |
| Correction / Edit Form | 09/02/2026 | Click Here |
| Correction Notice | 09/02/2026 | Click Here |
| Full Notification PDF | 03/01/2026 | Click Here |
| Download Syllabus | 03/01/2026 | Click Here |
| Official Website | 03/01/2026 | Click Here |
FAQs – NTA CUET UG 2026
Q1. What is the last date to apply for CUET UG 2026?
Ans: The last date for online submission is 30 January 2026.
Q2. How many subjects can I choose?
Ans: You can choose a maximum of 05 Subjects (Including Languages and General Test).
Q3. Is there negative marking in CUET 2026?
Ans: Yes, there is a negative marking of 1 Mark for every incorrect answer. Correct answers get +5 Marks.
Q4. Can I apply if I am appearing for Class 12 exams in 2026?
Ans: Yes, appearing candidates are eligible to apply.
Q5. Is the General Test mandatory?
Ans: It depends on the requirement of the specific course/university you are applying to. Check the university’s information brochure.