The CUET UG Entrance Exam 2026 has been officially announced by the National Testing Agency (NTA). Through NTA CUET UG 2026 students can secure admission to undergraduate programs offered by Central Universities State Universities Deemed Universities and several private institutions across India. The online application process for CUET UG Entrance Exam 2026 begins on 03 January 2026 and will end on 30 January 2026. Applicants who have passed or are appearing in their Class 12 examination from a recognized board are eligible to apply. The CUET UG Entrance Exam 2026 is scheduled to be conducted between 11 and 13 May 2026. This post contains details regarding CUET UG Entrance Exam 2026 and related details.
CUET UG 2026 Notification Highlights
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 03 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 30 January 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 31 January 2026 |
| Correction Window | 02–04 February 2026 |
| CUET UG 2026 Exam Dates | 11–13 May 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | Before Exam |
| Result Declaration | To be Notified |
Who Is Eligible for NTA CUET UG 2026?
Applicants planning to appear for CUET UG Entrance Exam 2026 must meet the following eligibility criteria:
- Applicants who have passed or appearing in Class 12 (10+2) or equivalent examination from any recognized board in India can apply for NTA CUET UG 2026.
- No minimum or maximum age limit is mentioned for CUET UG 2026.
- Subject eligibility depends on the course and university applied for.
Application Fee Applicable
| Category | Up to 3 Subjects (India) | Each Additional Subject (India) | Outside India |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | ₹1000 | ₹400 | ₹4500 + ₹1800 |
| OBC | ₹900 | ₹375 | ₹4500 + ₹1800 |
| SC/ST/PwD | ₹800 | ₹350 | ₹4500 + ₹1800 |
How the CUET UG 2026 Online Application Works
To apply for the CUET UG Entrance Exam 2026 applicants need to follow the given below steps carefully:
Step1 > Visit the official NTA CUET UG website: https://nta.ac.in and complete the online registration.
Step2 > Log in using the generated details and fill in personal academic and communication details accurately.
Step3 > Select the desired subjects and preferred examination cities and upload the copies of photographs signatures and required documents
Step4 > Pay the application fee through online or offline mode and submit the final application form.
CUET UG Entrance Exam 2026 Pattern and Syllabus
The CUET UG Entrance Exam 2026 is designed to assess subject knowledge language proficiency and general aptitude. The CUET UG Entrance Exam 2026 paper structure includes Language Test, Domain-Specific Subjects and General Test (optional, depending on course).
Universities Accepting CUET UG 2026 Scores
CUET UG 2026 scores will be accepted by a wide range of institutions including Central Universities State Universities and other institutes. Some major universities include are Banaras Hindu University Varanasi, University of Delhi, Aligarh Muslim University, Jawaharlal Nehru University, Jamia Millia Islamia, University of Hyderabad, Central University of Kashmir, Central University of Jammu, Tata Institute of Social Sciences and Assam University.
FAQs on CUET UG Entrance Exam 2026
Q1. Is there any age restriction for CUET UG 2026?
Ans. No there is no age limit for appearing in the CUET UG Entrance Exam 2026.
Q2. Can I apply for CUET UG 2026 if I am appearing in Class 12 exams?
Ans. Yes applicants appearing in the Class 12 examination in 2026 are eligible to apply.
Q3. How many subjects can I choose in NTA CUET UG 2026?
Ans. Applicants can choose up to three subjects initially and may add more subjects by paying the additional subject fee.
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | https://cuet.samarth.ac.in |
| Information Bulletin | Click Here |
| Official Website | https://nta.ac.in |
