The National Testing Agency (NTA) has reminded prospective candidates that the CUET UG 2026 registration deadline is approaching quickly. Students who wish to gain admission to undergraduate courses across central, state, private or deemed universities must complete their online application before 30 January 2026 (11:50 PM) at the official portal cuet.nta.nic.in. After submitting the form, applicants must also make the application fee payment by 31 January 2026 (11:50 PM) to ensure their registration is accepted. It is important to follow all instructions and verify details before submission, as incomplete applications will not be processed.
How to Complete the CUET UG 2026 Application?
Aspiring undergraduate candidates must follow a clear process to successfully register for the CUET UG 2026 exam:
- Visit the official CUET portal at cuet.nta.nic.in and create a login.
- Fill in personal and academic details accurately in the online application form.
- Upload scanned documents, including a recent photograph and signature, as per the specifications.
- Pay the application fee by the deadline to validate the submission.
- Save the confirmation page and note the application number for future reference.
Candidates are advised not to wait until the final hours to submit their application to avoid any last-minute technical issues.
Important Dates and Next Steps
Here are the key dates candidates must remember for CUET UG 2026:
- Registration last date: 30 January 2026 (11:50 PM)
- Fee payment deadline: 31 January 2026 (11:50 PM)
- Correction window: 02 February to 04 February 2026
- Exam dates: 11 May to 31 May 2026 (tentative)
Following the closing of the registration window, the NTA will open a correction facility for candidates to amend select details in their submitted applications.Completion of the registration and fee payment steps will make students eligible to receive their admit cards and appear for CUET UG 2026.