LIVECUET UG 2026 May 18 Exam (LIVE): Shift 1 Starts (9 AM), Analysis Soon

CUET UG 2026 May 18 exam is being conducted today by the National Testing Agency in Computer-Based Test mode across multiple examination centres in India and abroad. Candidates appearing for the entrance examination must carry all mandatory documents and follow the exam day instructions issued by NTA.

The CUET UG 2026 examination is scheduled between May 11, 2026 and May 31, 2026 for language papers, domain subjects, and general test papers. After each shift, candidates will also be able to check the CUET UG 2026 paper analysis, subject-wise difficulty level, and memory-based questions.

CUET UG 2026 Shift Timings and Gate Closing Schedule

NTA is conducting the examination in two shifts on May 18, 2026. Candidates must report to the examination centre before the gate closing time as late entry will not be allowed under any circumstances. The important timings for both shifts are provided below.

The examination is being conducted across 306 examination centres in India and outside India in a total of 35 shifts.

CUET UG 2026 Important Documents Required at Exam Centre

Candidates appearing for the examination must carry all required documents for verification purposes. Entry inside the examination hall may be denied if any mandatory document is missing. The list of required documents is given below.

• CUET UG Admit Card 2026
• Self-declaration form
• Two passport-size photographs
• Original valid photo ID proof
• PwD/PwBD certificate, if applicable

Candidates must carry the same ID proof that was used during the CUET UG 2026 application process.

CUET UG 2026 Dress Code and Permitted Items

NTA has issued specific instructions regarding dress code and items allowed inside the examination hall. Candidates must avoid carrying prohibited electronic devices and unnecessary accessories. The following items are allowed inside the exam centre.

• Transparent water bottle
• Religious threads such as kalava
• Articles of faith after frisking
• Woollen clothes if required
• Normal shoes, slippers, or low heels

Students have been advised not to wear heavy jewellery or carry electronic gadgets to the examination centre.

CUET UG 2026 Exam Analysis and Memory-Based Questions

Candidates will be able to check the CUET UG 2026 May 18 paper analysis after the conclusion of each shift. The analysis will include subject-wise difficulty level, important topics, good attempts, and memory-based questions shared by students.

The analysis is expected to help candidates appearing in upcoming shifts understand the exam pattern and expected difficulty level. Students will also be able to compare expected scores, percentile trends, and projected cut-offs for universities such as DU, BHU, and JNU.