The National Testing Agency (NTA) has commenced the CUET UG 2026 registration process for candidates seeking admission to undergraduate programmes in central, state, deemed and private universities across India. The application window is live on the official portal cuet.nta.nic.in, with the deadline for registration set for 30 January 2026. Aspiring students must register online through the official website and complete all steps of the application process before the deadline. The entrance exam, Common University Entrance Test Undergraduate (CUET UG 2026), is scheduled to be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode from 11 May to 31 May 2026.
CUET UG 2026 Registration Dates and Last Date
The National Testing Agency activated the CUET UG 2026 application form on 3 January 2026. Eligible candidates should note the following key timelines for registration and associated activities:
- CUET UG 2026 Registration Start: 3 January 2026
- Last Date to Submit Application Form: 30 January 2026 (up to 11:50 PM)
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 31 January 2026 (up to 11:50 PM)
- Correction Window for Application Details: 2–4 February 2026
- Exam Dates: 11–31 May 2026 (tentative)
Candidates are advised to submit the application well before the last date to avoid any last-minute issues.
How to Fill the CUET UG 2026 Application Form?
Candidates planning to apply for CUET UG 2026 should follow a step-by-step process on the official portal:
- Visit the official website — cuet.nta.nic.in.
- Click on the CUET UG 2026 registration link.
- Complete the new user registration with basic details.
- Fill in the personal, academic and contact details as required.
- Upload scanned images of the photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online via debit/credit card, net banking or UPI.
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page for future use.
Before beginning the application, candidates should keep documents such as Class 12 marksheets, Aadhaar details, email ID, mobile number and photograph/signature scans ready to avoid delays.
CUET UG 2026 Exam Schedule and Participation
The CUET UG 2026 is a national-level entrance test conducted by NTA for admission to various undergraduate programmes such as BA, BSc, BCom and others in 47 central universities and over 300 other participating institutions across the country. The examination will be held in computer-based mode across multiple shifts, covering languages, domain subjects and general aptitude tests as part of the syllabus framework. Candidates can choose subjects based on their preferred undergraduate course requirements.
Important Guidelines for CUET UG 2026 Applicants
- Eligibility: Candidates must meet the eligibility criteria specified in the CUET UG 2026 information bulletin before applying.
- Application Fee: The fee structure may vary depending on the number of subjects and the category of the candidate.
- Subject Choices: Applicants can generally choose up to five subjects, including languages and domain tests.
- Advisory Updates: Candidates should regularly check the official portal for notifications on admit cards, exam city allotments, and results.
