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How to Apply for CUET UG 2026 Online

Apply for CUET - Central Universities Entrance Test for UG admissions. Single test.

📁 Education ⏱️ 45-60 mins 💰 ₹750-3000

About This Guide

CUET UG mandatory for UG admissions in 45+ central universities (DU, JNU, BHU, AMU, etc.) and many state, deemed, private universities. Single test for English, Languages, Domain Subjects, General Test. NTA conducts May-June. ~14 lakh applicants.

Eligibility Criteria

12th passed/appearing
Any stream/board
Subject combinations as per course
No age limit
Min subjects required for some courses
Indian/OCI/PIO

Documents Required

Keep these documents ready before starting application. Missing documents = delayed approval.

10th certificate
12th certificate
Aadhaar
Photo (50KB)
Signature (30KB)
Category certificate
PwD certificate
EWS certificate

Step-by-Step Application Process

Follow these steps in order. Each step is critical - skip none.

Visit Portal

cuet.nta.nic.in.

Personal details, mobile, email. Application Number.

10th, 12th board, year, subjects studied.

Choose Universities

Select 10+ universities and courses you want.

Choose Subjects

Up to 3 languages, 6 domain subjects, General Test.

Center Preferences

4 cities.

Upload Photo + Signature

Strict specs.

Pay Fee

Up to 3 subjects: ₹750 (Gen)/₹500 (SC/ST). Each additional: ₹400/₹375. Total ₹750-3000.

Print Confirmation

After payment.

Admit Card

2-3 weeks before exam.

Apply Universities

After result, separately apply with CUET score.

Key Benefits

Single test 45+ central universities
+ state/deemed/private
No multiple entrance exams
Eliminates 100% Class 12 cutoff
Equal opportunity all boards
Multilingual exam (13 languages)
Up to 10 subjects

What Happens After Application?

Score in 1 month. Apply separately to universities (DU, JNU, BHU). Each announces cutoffs. Counseling per university.

Frequently Asked Questions

CUET vs JEE/NEET?

CUET: UG admissions central universities (BA, BSc, BCom). JEE: Engineering. NEET: Medical.

How many subjects?

Min 3, max 10. Most: 1 Language + 4-5 Domain + General Test = 6-7 covers most options.