CUET UG 2026 Registration Open Latest Update, dates and eligibility

CUET UG 2026 Registration Open Latest Update, dates and eligibility

The moment you have been waiting for has finally arrived. If you stopped here for reading this article, I am sure that you are targeting CUET UG 2026 or at least have in mind about appearing for this exam. If you still have not decided, it is the high time as the registrations have begun. Yes! The Common University Entrance Test, commonly known as CUET UG 2026 registration is officially open! This is the perfect gateway to undergraduate programmes across  central, state, deemed, and private universities in India. Whether you’re finishing Class 12 this year or planning to apply after your boards, here’s everything you need to know in a friendly, clear, human way, without any fluff, trust me on this.

CUET 2026:

Let us first understand what CUET is and why it matters. So, The National Testing Agency is conducting CUET in the month of May. The date of the examination is still not finalised. But, it is expected to take place between May 11 and May 31. Exam conducted in 13 mediums across India and abroad. It serves as a standardised national-level entrance exam for undergraduate admissions in universities across India.

It replaces multiple individual entrance exams by offering a single platform where your performance determines admissions in hundreds of participating colleges and universities. For many students, CUET is a crucial milestone.  

Registration:

Let us now talk about CUET 2026 registration and the important dates you must not forget to not miss the deadlines. The registration window starts from 3^rd January 2026and ends on 30^th January 2026 till 11.50 PM. The last date for the payment of fee is 31^st January 2026.

In case, you feel that you have uploaded or entered some information incorrectly while filling in the application form, then you are given the opportunity to correct or basically rectify it during a particular time duration in which you are allowed.

But please be very careful while filling in the application form as not every mistake will be allowed to correct. The correction window will be from 2^nd February to 4^th February 2026. Do watch our detailed video on form filling on our you tube channel (LINK OF THE CUET UG FORM FILLING VIDEO) to avoid making any mistake. The admit cards are expected to get released in early May.

Registration Window

 Starts: 3 January 2026
 Ends: 30 January 2026 (11:50 PM)
Fee Payment Deadline: 31 January 2026

Correction Window

You’ll have a chance to correct details in your form if needed:
2–4 February 2026

Exam Dates:  

11–31 May 2026 (tentative) in computer-based test (CBT) mode across India.

Admit Cards

Usually released in early May, before exams begin.

These dates are official and widely confirmed, so don’t leave your application to the last minute, especially with board exams going on.

Eligibility:

Let us understand who can apply for CUET UG Who Can Apply.

Academic Eligibility

• You must have completed Class 12 or be appearing in Class 12 exams in 2026.
• There’s no specific age limit, so you can apply regardless of your age.
• Nearly all streams (Science, Commerce, Arts, etc.) are welcome — CUET lets you choose subjects that align with your desired degree.

Required Documents :

To complete your application smoothly, keep these handy:

• Valid photo ID (Aadhaar, passport, etc.)
• Recent passport-style photograph
• Scanned signature
• Academic certificates (Class 10 & 12)
• Category certificate (if applicable)

Choose Your Subjects Wisely :

Depending on what programs you are targeting, like, BA, BSc, BCom or any other, you have to choose the relevant subject tests during registration.

Registration Process: :

Let us see step by step process of registering for CUET UG 2026.

1. Go to  cuet.nta.nic.in and click on “Apply for CUET UG 2026”.

2. Enter your basic details to create your account — name, email, phone number, and a password.
3. Provide all personal, academic, and contact details. Ensure every field is correct — mistakes can be time-consuming to fix later!
4. Select the subjects relevant to your desired course and program.
5. Upload scanned copies of your photo, signature, and certificates exactly as specified. Sizes and formats matter!
6. Pay the fees which can vary by category and number of subjects. You can pay using debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI. The last date for successful transaction is 31^st January 2026
7. Once done, download your confirmation page. Keep a printout for future reference.

If you’ve been juggling board exams and CUET prep together, take a deep breath — you’re on the right track. Start your registration process now, stay organised, and reach out if you need help understanding any part of the process. You can do this.

All The Best !