Excellence in Assessment : National Testing Agency (NTA)
(An Autonomous Organization under the Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education, Government of India)
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially opened the CUET (UG) 2026 registration process for aspirants seeking admission to undergraduate programmes across Central Universities and other Participating Universities in India. Candidates must read the eligibility criteria, application instructions, and fee structure carefully before applying online.
Participating Universities & Eligibiliitty
Candidates are advised to check the latest list of participating universities and programme-wise eligibility on the official NTA CUET portal:
https://cuet.nta.nic.in/universities
CUET (UG) 2026 Information Bulletin
For complete details on:
- Scheme of Examination
- Eligibility Criteria
- Exam PatternSubject Options
Candidates should refer to the CUET (UG) 2026 Information Bulletin available on:
How to Apply
Mode of Application
- CUET (UG) 2026 applications will be accepted only through online mode at the official portal.
- Offline applications will not be accepted.
Single Application Rule
- Each candidate can submit only one application form. Multiple submissions will result in disqualification.
Communication Details
- Candidates must ensure that the registered email address and mobile number belong to them or their parent/guardian, as all communication from NTA will be sent via email and SMS only.
CUET (UG) 2026 Application Fee Structure
The application fee for CUET (UG) 2026 varies based on the category of the candidate and the number of subjects selected. Here’s the fee breakdown:
| Category | Up to 3 Subjects | Additional Subject (Per Subject) |
| General (UR) | ₹1,000 | ₹400 |
| OBC-NCL / EWS | ₹900 | ₹375 |
| SC / ST / PwD / Third Gender | ₹800 | ₹350 |
| Test Centres Outside India | ₹4,500 | ₹1,800 |
Fee must be paid online using Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, etc.
Key Dates (Tentative)
Registration Start Date: Already started
Last Date to Apply: 30–31 January 2026 (Exact deadline on NTA portal)
Last Date to Pay Fee: 31 January 2026 (usually till 11:50 PM)
Exam Date: May 2026 (Exact schedule to be announced)
Support & Helpline
For any difficulties during the application process, candidates may contact:
- Helpline: 011-40759000
- Email: cuet-ug@nta.ac.in
- Official Site: https://cuet.nta.nic.in/
Important Notes
- Applications submitted without fee payment will be invalid.
- CUET (UG) scores are used for admission eligibility, not for direct enrollment in universities.
- Candidates should frequently visit the official website for latest updates and corrections.