CUET 2027 does not mandate a minimum Class 12 percentage to appear; any student who has passed or is appearing in Class 12 from a recognised board is eligible, and NTA sets no age limit or cap on the number of attempts.
The Common University Entrance Test (CUET) 2027 will serve as the single gateway for undergraduate admissions across more than 260 universities, including all 45 Central Universities. NTA is expected to release the official CUET 2027 notification in early 2027, based on previous cycles. While the basic eligibility bar is low — only a Class 12 pass certificate — individual universities layer their own percentage cutoffs on top of the CUET score for final shortlisting.
- No minimum percentage in Class 12 is required to sit CUET 2027.
- Students appearing in Class 12 in 2026–27 can also apply provisionally.
- No age limit is set by NTA for CUET 2027.
- You may select up to 6 domain subjects, 3 language papers and 1 General Test paper in a single attempt.
- No cap on the number of CUET attempts — you can appear every year you are eligible.
| Direct Link to CUET 2027 Official Portal — cuet.samarth.ac.in |
Class 12 Percentage Requirement for CUET 2027
NTA does not prescribe any minimum percentage in Class 12 for appearing in CUET 2027. The only educational qualification required is that you have passed or are appearing in Class 12 (or an equivalent examination) from a board recognised by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU).
However, once you qualify CUET, each participating university applies its own minimum percentage threshold before offering admission. A common pattern based on recent cycles is shown below:
| Category | Indicative Class 12 Minimum (University-specific) |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 45%–50% in aggregate |
| OBC-NCL | 40%–45% in aggregate |
| SC / ST / PwD | 40% or pass marks (as per university norms) |
These thresholds are expected based on 2025–26 trends and will be confirmed in the official CUET 2027 information bulletin. Always check the individual university prospectus before applying.
Subject Combination for CUET 2027
CUET 2027 is divided into three sections. You choose papers that align with the programme and university you are targeting. The right subject combination is key — most universities specify which CUET papers are mandatory for each course.
| Section | Papers Available | Maximum Allowed |
|---|---|---|
| Section 1A — Languages | 13 languages (English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Gujarati and others) | Any 3 |
| Section 1B — Additional Languages | 20 additional languages | Included within Section 1A cap |
| Section 2 — Domain Subjects | 27 subjects (PCM, PCB, Commerce, Humanities, Fine Arts and others) | Any 6 |
| Section 3 — General Test | 1 paper covering Quantitative Reasoning, General Awareness, Logical Reasoning and Current Affairs | 1 (optional for NTA; mandatory for many programmes) |
Science programmes typically require PCM or PCB domain subjects. Commerce programmes usually need Business Studies, Accountancy and Economics. The General Test is compulsory for programmes in Arts, Social Sciences, Law and Management at most Central Universities.
Key rule: The CUET 2027 syllabus for domain subjects is aligned with the NCERT Class 12 curriculum, so you should select subjects you studied in Class 12.
CUET 2027 Number of Attempts
NTA does not cap the number of times a student can appear for CUET. You may attempt CUET every year as long as you meet the basic eligibility. There is no lifetime attempt limit, no "three attempts" rule and no age-based attempt expiry.
In practice, most students appear once or twice — in the year they appear in or complete Class 12, and sometimes the following year to improve their score. Key points to keep in mind:
- Each year’s CUET score is valid only for admissions in that same academic year; scores are not carried forward to the next cycle.
- Students who passed Class 12 in 2025 or earlier can appear in CUET 2027 to seek admission in the 2027–28 academic year.
- There is no penalty for having appeared previously; you appear fresh each time and your latest score is used.
Age Limit and Category-wise Eligibility for CUET 2027
NTA has not specified any age limit for CUET 2027, following the pattern set since CUET’s launch in 2022. Individual universities may set age restrictions for specific programmes (such as nursing, B.Ed. or law), so always check each university’s prospectus.
| Eligibility Parameter | NTA Rule (Expected for CUET 2027) |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | No minimum age set by NTA |
| Maximum Age | No maximum age set by NTA |
| Educational Qualification | Class 12 passed or appearing from a recognised board |
| Nationality | Indian nationals, OCI, NRI and foreign nationals (as per university rules) |
| SC / ST Relaxation | As per university norms — typically 5% relaxation in Class 12 marks |
| PwD Relaxation | As per university norms — typically 5% relaxation in Class 12 marks |
| Number of Attempts | No limit set by NTA |
University-wise Minimum Class 12 Percentage After CUET 2027
Scoring well in CUET 2027 is necessary but not sufficient. Each participating university screens applicants for a minimum Class 12 aggregate before considering their CUET score for merit-list preparation. The table below shows indicative thresholds based on the 2025 and 2026 cycles; official 2027 figures will appear in each university’s information bulletin.
| University | General Category (Expected) | SC / ST (Expected) |
|---|---|---|
| University of Delhi (DU) | 45% in Class 12 | 40% in Class 12 |
| Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) | 45% in Class 12 | 40% in Class 12 |
| Banaras Hindu University (BHU) | 50% in Class 12 | 45% in Class 12 |
| Hyderabad Central University | 45% in Class 12 | 40% in Class 12 |
| Pondicherry University | 50% in Class 12 | 45% in Class 12 |
| Jamia Millia Islamia | 45% in Class 12 | 40% in Class 12 |
All figures above are expected based on 2025–26 trends. Confirm from the official university prospectus once CUET 2027 registration opens.
CUET 2027 Eligibility Criteria FAQs
Ques. Is there a minimum percentage in Class 12 to appear for CUET 2027?
Ans. No. NTA does not require any minimum percentage in Class 12 to appear in CUET 2027. You only need to have passed or be appearing in Class 12 from a recognised board. Universities set their own minimum percentage for admission shortlisting after CUET.
Ques. How many times can a student appear for CUET?
Ans. There is no cap on the number of attempts for CUET. You can appear every year you are eligible. Each year’s score is valid only for that year’s admissions and cannot be carried forward.
Ques. Is there an age limit for CUET 2027?
Ans. NTA does not set any age limit for CUET 2027. Individual universities may impose age restrictions for specific programmes such as nursing or B.Ed., so check each university’s prospectus before applying.
Ques. Can a student who passed Class 12 in 2025 appear for CUET 2027?
Ans. Yes. Students who completed Class 12 in 2025 or any earlier year can appear for CUET 2027 to seek admission in the 2027–28 academic year. There is no year-of-passing restriction imposed by NTA.
Ques. How many subjects can I choose in CUET 2027?
Ans. You can select up to 6 domain subjects from Section 2, up to 3 language papers from Section 1A or 1B, and 1 General Test paper from Section 3. The exact combination depends on your target university and programme requirements.
Ques. Do Class 12 marks affect CUET 2027 eligibility or admission?
Ans. Class 12 marks do not affect CUET eligibility but can affect university admission. Most Central Universities require a minimum Class 12 percentage — typically 45%–50% for General category students — before shortlisting you on the basis of your CUET score.
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