CUET (UG) 2026 β Complete Information Guide
The Common University Entrance Test (Undergraduate) 2026, commonly known as CUET (UG) 2026, is a national-level entrance exam for admission to undergraduate programs in Central Universities and other participating institutions for the Academic Session 2026β27. It provides a single standardized platform for candidates across India and abroad to apply to multiple universities through one examination.
Β Role of Conducting Authority (NTA)
- The National Testing Agency (NTA) conducts CUET (UG) 2026.
- Manages the online registration and application process.
- Conducts the exam in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode.
NTA Responsibilities
- Releases provisional answer keys and invites challenges.
- Finalizes answer keys with subject experts.
- Declares results and issues scorecards.
Β Important Note
- NTA does not handle merit lists, counselling, or admissions.
- These processes are managed by the respective universities.
Key Features of CUET (UG) 2026
- Single entrance exam for undergraduate admissions.
- Applicable to Central Universities and other institutions.
- Conducted in CBT mode in multiple shifts.
- CUET scores used by universities for merit lists.
Important Dates for CUET (UG) 2026
Eligibility β CUET (UG) 2026
The eligibility criteria for CUET (UG) 2026 specify the conditions under which candidates are permitted to appear for the examination. Candidates must clearly understand that eligibility to appear in CUET (UG) 2026 and eligibility to secure admission in a university or programme are entirely different. While CUET determines eligibility for appearing in the entrance test, final admission eligibility is governed by the rules of the respective University, Institution, or Organization.
Eligibility to Appear in CUET (UG) 2026
- β There is no age limit to appear in CUET (UG) 2026; however, candidates must fulfil any age criteria prescribed by the respective University or Institution.
- β Candidates who have passed Class 12 or equivalent examination are eligible to apply.
- β Candidates who are appearing in Class 12 or equivalent examination in 2026 are also eligible to apply.
- β It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure compliance with university-specific admission requirements, which will be verified during the admission process.
1. Recognized Boards & Exams (India)
- β Final examination of the 10+2 systemΒ by any Central/State Board:
- CBSE, New Delhi
- CISCE, New Delhi
- β Intermediate / Two-year Pre-University examination by recognized Boards or Universities
- β Final examination of the two-year course of Joint Services Wing, National Defence Academy
- β Senior Secondary Examination by NIOS (minimum 5 subjects passed)
- β Any Indian Board or University exam recognized as equivalent by AIU / UGC / Ministry of Education
- β Higher Secondary Certificate Vocational Examination
- β Diploma of 3+ years recognized by AICTE or State Board of Technical Education
2. International / Other Equivalent Exams
- β General Certificate of Education (GCE) β Advanced (A) Level (London / Cambridge / Sri Lanka)
- β High School Certificate Examination of Cambridge University
- β International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB), International Baccalaureate Office, Geneva
3. Additional Conditions & Advisory
- β Candidates completing Class 12 outside India or from unlisted boards must produce a UGC equivalence certificate.
- β If Class 12 exam is not a public exam, at least one earlier public exam (Board/Pre-University) must be cleared.
Advisory: Candidates must verify programme-wise eligibility on the official university websites. Non-compliance may lead to cancellation of candidature/admission.
Participating Universities and Institutions
CUET (UG) 2026 scores are accepted by a large number of Universities and Institutions across India. These institutions are officially listed on the CUET portal and are grouped under Central Universities, State Universities, Deemed-to-be Universities, Private Universities, and Other Government Institutions. Participation indicates acceptance of CUET (UG) scores for admission; however, admission policies, eligibility criteria, and counselling processes are determined independently by each institution.
Central Universities
- Aligarh Muslim University
- Banaras Hindu University
- Central University of South Bihar
- Maulana Azad National Urdu University
- National Sanskrit University
- Visva-Bharati University
State Universities
- Delhi Technological University
- Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya, Indore (M.P.)
- Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University
- Ratan Tata Maharashtra State Skills University
- University of Jammu
Deemed-to-be Universities
- GITAM (Visakhapatnam)
- ICFAI University, Hyderabad
- IIS (Deemed to be University), Jaipur
- Jamia Hamdard
- Jaypee Institute of Information Technology
- SRM Institute of Science and Technology
- Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS)
Private Universities
- Amity (Greater Kolkata / Noida / Patna / Punjab / Jharkhand / Hyderabad / Campus)
- Apex University
- Birla Global University
- Chandigarh University
- Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj University, Panvel
- Chitkara University
- Galgotias University
Range of Courses Covered by CUET (UG) 2026
CUET (UG) 2026 covers a wide academic spectrum, including traditional disciplines, emerging interdisciplinary fields, professional programmes, vocational courses, and integrated degree pathways under a single national entrance framework.
Agriculture and Allied Sciences
CUET (UG) 2026 explicitly covers agriculture-focused undergraduate programmes, reflecting the importance of agricultural education, food security, and allied sciences.
- B.Sc. (Honours) Agriculture
- B.Tech in Agricultural Engineering
Health Sciences, Nursing, and Allied Medical Programmes
- B.Sc. Nursing
- Pharmacy Programmes (B.Pharm, D.Pharm)
- Allied Health Science Programmes:
- Physiotherapy
- Occupational Therapy
- Medical Laboratory Technology
- Radiology & Imaging Disciplines
- Clinical Research & Toxicology
Admission to B.Sc. Nursing and allied health programmes is governed by programme-specific eligibility conditions, mandatory science background at Class 12, and CUET subject combinations notified by participating universities.
B.Tech Programmes
- Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics & Communication, and Computer Engineering
- Food Technology
- Dairy Technology
- Biotechnology
Humanities Programmes
- History, Political Science, Sociology, Philosophy, Geography, Psychology, Economics, Social Work
Management Programmes
- BBA, BMS, BBAβMBA Integrated Programmes
Computer Science, Technology, and Data-Oriented Programmes
- Computer Science, Computer Applications (BCA), Information Technology
- Data Science, Geospatial Science, Computational Studies
Law Courses
- Integrated B.A. LL.B.
- Integrated B.A. LL.B. (Honours)
- Integrated BBA LL.B.
- Integrated BBA LL.B. (Honours)
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