Common University Entrance Test (Undergraduate)
One Exam, Multiple University Admissions
CUET is a standardized national-level entrance exam for admission to undergraduate programs in all Central Universities and several state, private, and deemed universities across India. It simplifies the admission process by providing a single-window opportunity for students to apply to multiple institutions using one score.
Exam Level
National
Frequency
Once Yearly
Mode
CBT (Online)
Conducted By
NTA
About CUET
What is the CUET Exam?
The Common University Entrance Test (CUET) is a national-level exam designed to assess academic readiness for undergraduate study. It offers flexibility through a wide range of subject choices including languages, domain-specific subjects, and a general aptitude test.
Why Take the CUET?
CUET eliminates the need for students to take multiple entrance exams for different universities. It provides a level playing field for students from various boards and enables merit-based admissions to prestigious institutions like DU, BHU, and JNU.
Key Highlights
Single Window Admission
13 Language Options
Choice of 29 Domain Subjects
General Aptitude Section
13 Language Options
Single Window Admission
Sectional time limits enforced
1.4 Million+
Annual Applicants
1250+
Possible Total Score
4500%
Central Universities
200+
Participating Institutions
Eligibility Criteria
CUET UG 2026
CUET Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed Class 12 or equivalent from a recognized board. Those appearing for board exams in 2026 are also eligible to apply.
No Age Limit
NTA Age Requirement
There is no minimum or maximum age limit set by the NTA for appearing in CUET UG; however, specific universities may have their own age criteria.
Min Marks
Minimum Qualifying Marks
Most central universities require at least 50% aggregate in Class 12 for General category and 45% for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates.
Subject Choice
Subject Choice Flexibility
Candidates can now choose any domain subject irrespective of their Class 12 stream, allowing cross-stream admissions into various undergraduate programs.
Application Process
Create account on cuet.nta.nic.in
Choose Preferred Universities
Upload Photograph & Documents
Fill Personal & Academic Details
Application Process
Select Subjects & Exam Centers
Documents Required
Keep these documents ready before starting your application
Passport Photo (10KB-200KB)
Class 10 & 12 Marksheets
Class 12 Marksheet (or appearing certificate)
PwD Certificate (if applicable)
Scanned Signature (4KB-30KB)
Category Certificate (if any)
APAAR ID (via DigiLocker)
Scribe Request Letter (if required)
Exam Pattern
Understanding the structure and marking scheme
Section 1: Languages (33 Choices)
Section 2: Domain Subjects (29)
Total Subjects: Choose up to 5
1 Correct, No Negative Marking
250 Marks per Subject
Section 3: General Aptitude Test
60 Minutes per Subject
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Important Dates
Keep note of the important dates regarding the examination.
Jan 03 – Jan 30, 2026
May 13 – June 03, 2026
July 2026 Onwards
May 2026
July 2026
Preparation
Tips
Master Class 12 NCERT books
Strengthen General Awareness
Analyze previous year percentile trends
Start Prep
Choose subjects as per target DU/BHU criteria
Focus on language reading comprehension
Strengthen General Awareness
Strengthen General Awareness
Top Colleges
University of Delhi (DU)
Banaras Hindu University (BHU)
Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU)
Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI)
Aligarh Muslim University (AMU)
University of Allahabad
Central University of Haryana
Central University of Karnataka
Visva-Bharati University
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University
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