CUET 2026 Exam Dates Out: Registration, Important Dates, Latest Syllabus, & Pattern

CUET 2026 Syllabus

While preparing for CUET 2026 UG, candidates must also take care of their Board exam preparations. Therefore, students must check the detailed Board and CUET syllabus 2026 to prepare effectively and secure maximum marks.

Check the table below for the detailed stream & subject-wise CUET 2026 syllabus for all the domain subjects.

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CUET 2026 Exam Pattern

The CUET 2026 exam pattern will remain the same as the previous year. The brief exam pattern for CUET 2026 will be as follows:

CUET 2026 exam pattern

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CUET 2026 Eligibility Criteria

The CUET 2026 eligibility criteria include academic qualification, age limit, candidate nationality, etc. Besides these general CUET 2026 guidelines, each university will have distinct course-wise eligibility criteria.

The CUET 2026 eligibility criteria - Key highlights

• The candidates who have passed the class 12th/equivalent examination with 45% marks may appear for the test.
• Candidates who are appearing for the 12th exam in the current year are also eligible to apply and write the test.
• There is no age limit for students to appear for CUET UG.
• Any Indian national or foreign national (NRI & OCI candidates only) is eligible to write the test.

However, students must visit the official university website for detailed course-wise CUET eligibility criteria.

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CUET 2026 Registration

The CUET 2026 registration and application process is live now!

Students must note that the CUET 2026 registration last date is January 30, 2026 (till 11:50 PM).

Steps to register for CUET 2026

Step 1: Click the “New Candidate Register Here” button.

Step 2: Download the information bulletin and read it carefully.

Step 3: Fill out the CUET registration 2026 form by providing all the required details.

Step 4: Validate the details in the preview section and “submit and send OTP on mobile”.

Step 5: Complete the verification by entering the OTP.

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CUET UG 2026 Application Form

After completing the registration process, students can log in to their dashboard by entering their login details and fill out the CUET 2026 application form. Filling out the CUET form is a lengthy process. Therefore, students must thoroughly read the information bulletin and understand each step before proceeding to fill out the CUET form.

How to Fill CUET UG Application Form 2026?

The detailed step-wise process to apply for CUET 2026 is mentioned below.

• Personal Details
• Disability Details
• Identity Details
• APAAR ID
• Apply for the Exam and Select the Test Paper
• Qualification Details
• Additional Details
• Emergency Contact Details
• Capture Photograph
• Upload Documents
• Final Submit
• Payment of CUET registration fees

What are the documents required to fill out the CUET form?

To fill out the CUET form 2026, students will be required to keep the following documents ready:

• Government ID (preferably Aadhar card)
• Class 10 & 12 marksheet (as applicable)
• Photograph, signature, and self-declaration form
• Cast & category certificate
• Disability proof (if applicable)
• Bank details (for fee payment)

CUET 2026 Application Fees

Students are charged a nominal fee, which is used by the NTA to smoothly conduct the exam across 400+ centres nationwide.

CUET 2026 application fee

Note:

• Any application form without a successful payment status will not be considered, and the student's candidature for the CUET 2026 exam will be cancelled.

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CUET Previous Year Question Papers

Candidates aspiring to appear for CUET 2026 must thoroughly review the CUET previous year question papers to understand the test's pattern and identify important topics. Going through the previous year’s questions & CUET sample paper will be a great stepping stone to begin CUET 2026 preparation.

Benefits of solving the CUET previous year question papers:

• Understand the range and pattern of questions
• Enhanced performance by identifying strengths & weaknesses
• Develop effective time management skills
• Learn to hold nerves and not feel anxious in the exam hall

CUET Previous Year Question Papers PDF Download

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CUET Mock Test 2026

CUET UG 2026 will be a tricky entrance to crack. Students must prepare effectively with the best resources, ace the CUET 2026 and score the maximum marks. This will ensure they secure a seat at the top colleges and universities with their desired course.

CL’s CUET free mock test is curated by expert faculties and tests students' readiness for the test.

The CUET Mock Test Features -

• 10 questions in 10 mins (2 mocks for each subject)
• Available for all 3 sections and 14 subjects
• Detailed analysis and AI-based effort recommender

Check your potential to succeed in CUET UG by taking the Free Mini CUET Mock Test!

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CUET 2026 Preparation

The CUET 2026 (UG) will draw unparalleled competition. Students must know all the crucial details and put their best foot forward for CUET 2026 preparation. Go through a brief preparation strategy to ace CUET UG.

CUET Preparation Tips:

• Thoroughly cover the syllabus
• Gain insight into paper patterns and question types
• Follow a brief study plan
• Make notes & highlight important parts for quick revision
• Solve sample papers and CUET mocks
• Refer to the previous year's question paper

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CUET 2026 Participating Universities

210+ universities (including 47 central universities) will participate in CUET 2026 and will offer approximately 3 lakh undergraduate seats combined in various courses across their constituent colleges.

CUET 2026 university list - Top Universities

Review the complete CUET university list, which will accept CUET 2026 scores for UG admission to its constituent colleges.

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CUET UG preparation courses offered by CL

All our programs are designed and taught by top IITs, IIMs, and DU mentors. The programs are tailor-made to suit the requirements of all the students. Choose a program that suits you the best and prepare for CUET now.

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