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What is CUET-UG?

The Common University Entrance Test (CUET UG 2026) is the single largest undergraduate entrance exam in India. Conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), CUET UG 2026 will serve as the gateway to more than 250 universities including Delhi University (DU), Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), Jamia Millia Islamia, Allahabad University and top private universities.

 

This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about CUET UG 2026 – from registration dates to syllabus, exam pattern, fees, and proven preparation tips.

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Table of Contents
  1. CUET UG 2026 – Key Highlights
  2. CUET UG 2026 Important Dates (Tentative)
  3. CUET UG 2026 Application Form & Fees
    • Application Fee (Expected)
    • Documents Required
  4. CUET UG 2026 Eligibility Criteria
  5. CUET UG 2026 Exam Pattern
    • Detailed Section-wise Pattern
    • Marking Scheme
  6. CUET UG 2026 Syllabus
    • Section IA & IB (Languages)
    • Section II (Domain Subjects)
    • Section III (General Test)
  7. Best Books for CUET UG 2026 Preparation
  8. CUET UG 2026 Preparation Strategy
  9. Top Universities Accepting CUET UG 2026 Scores
  10. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
    • When will CUET UG 2026 application form release?
    • Is NCERT enough for domain subjects?
    • Maximum subjects allowed?
    • Is there negative marking?
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CUET UG 2026 – Key Highlights
  • Exam Name: Common University Entrance Test (CUET UG 2026)
  • Conducting Body: National Testing Agency (NTA)
  • Exam Level: Undergraduate (UG)
  • Exam Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
  • Exam Dates (Tentative): May – June 2026
  • Number of Universities: 250+ (44 Central, 110+ Private, 36 State)
  • Official Website: https://cuet.nta.nic.in
CUET UG 2026 Important Dates (Tentative)
  • Official Notification: February 2026
  • Application Form Release: First week of March 2026
  • Last Date to Apply: Last week of March 2026
  • Correction Window: First week of April 2026
  • City Intimation Slip: May 2026
  • Admit Card Release: 7–10 days before the exam
  • CUET UG 2026 Exam: May – June 2026
  • Provisional Answer Key: June/July 2026
  • Result Declaration: July 2026

Note: Dates are tentative and based on previous trends. Always check the official NTA website for the confirmed schedule.

CUET UG 2026 Application Form & Fees

The CUET UG 2026 application form will be released in the first week of March 2026 at cuet.nta.nic.in.

Application Fee (Expected – same as 2025)

CategoryUp to 3 SubjectsAdditional Subject
General (UR)₹1,000₹400
OBC-NCL / EWS₹900₹375
SC / ST / PwBD₹800₹350
International Centres₹4,500₹1,800
 

Documents Required

  • Class 10 & 12 mark sheets
  • Scanned photograph & signature
  • Category certificate (if applicable)
  • PwBD certificate (if applicable)
CUET UG 2026 Eligibility Criteria
  1. Passed or appearing in Class 12 from a recognized board
  2. No minimum percentage required by NTA (universities may have their own criteria)
  3. No upper age limit
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CUET UG 2026 Exam Pattern
SectionSubjects/TestsQuestions to AttemptDurationMarks
Section IA13 Languages (choose 1)40 out of 5060 min200
Section IB20 Additional Languages40 out of 5060 min200
Section II27 Domain Subjects (max 6)40 out of 5060 min200
Section IIIGeneral Test (optional)50 out of 6060 min250
 

Maximum subjects allowed: 1 Language + 6 Domain + General Test = 8 tests

Marking Scheme

  • Correct answer: +5 marks
  • Wrong answer: –1 mark
  • Unattempted: 0 marks
CUET UG 2026 Syllabus

Language (Section IA & IB): Reading comprehension, vocabulary, grammar
Domain Subjects (Section II): Strictly Class 12 NCERT syllabus
General Test (Section III): GK, Current Affairs, Logical Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude (Class 8 level maths)

Pro Tip: NCERT books are sufficient for 90%+ of the questions in domain subjects.

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Best Books for CUET UG 2026 Preparation
SubjectRecommended Books
EnglishArihant CUET English, Wren & Martin
General TestArihant General Knowledge, R.S. Aggarwal Quantitative Aptitude
PhysicsNCERT + HC Verma (Concepts)
ChemistryNCERT + OP Tandon
MathematicsNCERT + R.D. Sharma Objective
BiologyNCERT + Trueman’s Elementary Biology
CUET UG 2026 Preparation Strategy
  • Complete NCERT thoroughly – especially for domain subjects.
  • Solve previous-year papers and official NTA mock tests.
  • Take full-length mock tests weekly.
  • Focus heavily on the General Test – it is a rank decider for many universities.
  • Revise formulas and current affairs in the last month.
Top Universities Accepting CUET UG 2026 Scores
PercentileColleges You Can Target
95+Top: Acharya, CMR, East Point
85–95Mid: Adarsh, Bangalore IMS
70–85Good: Brindavan, Indus Academy
Below 70State/private colleges
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. When will CUET UG 2026 application form release? A. Expected in the first week of March 2026.

Q. Is NCERT enough for CUET domain subjects? A. Yes, for most subjects, NCERT Class 12 is sufficient.

Q. Can I choose 6 domain subjects? A. Yes, maximum 6 domain subjects + 1 language + General Test are allowed.

Q. Is there negative marking in CUET UG? A. Yes, –1 mark for each wrong answer.

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