Chandigarh University has extended the CUCET 2026 Phase 1 exam (university-level entrance cum scholarship test). The candidates can take the exam till 15 March 2026.
The registration for phase 1 is still going, and the last date to register for the exam is 15th March.
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- This CUCET exam is being held in a remote online proctored manner.
- Phase 2 of the exam is scheduled from March till the admission.
Once you take the CUCET Chandigarh University 2026 exam, your result will be announced within 24 hours on your individual CUCET 2026 portal itself. Candidates are advised to keep on checking the official website of CUCET 2026.
What are the CUCET Chandigarh University Exam dates?
The last exam date for the entrance cum scholarship test for CUCET 2026 Phase 1 will be 15 March 2026. The second phase will span from March 2026 till the admissions.
- Phase 2 dates will provide another chance for candidates who missed Phase 1 or want to improve their scores.
- The CUCET 2026 exam offers flexibility in choosing dates within the window and does not require a physical exam centre.
- You can choose any date between today and 15 March 2026 as your exam date.
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CUCET Chandigarh University 2026 Exam Dates
| Event | Date / Window | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Exam Start Date | 25 Oct 2025 | Remote-proctored online CUCET begins. |
| Exam End Date | 15 Mar 2026 | Last day to take Phase 1 CUCET. |
| Mode of Exam | Online (Remote Proctored) | No physical centres; exam taken on laptop/PC. |
| Result Declaration | Same day as the exam | Scores are released immediately after the test. |
| Phase 2 Dates | To Be Announced | March 2026 till Admission |
Source: CUCET 2026 Official webpage
Ques. What is the phase 1 exam window for CUCET 2026?
Ans. Phase 1 started on October 25, 2025, and the last date for the exam is March 15, 2026. You can choose any convenient date within this window for your remote proctored online test.
Ques. Do I need to attend test centres for the CUCET 2026 exam?
Ans. No, the exam is fully remote, online proctored. You can take it from home/laptop/PC with a webcam and internet connection.
CUCET 2026 registration dates
As per the current phase 1, registration ran for around 4 months from October last year to Feb this year. So the candidate gets an ample amount of time to apply while preparing for their board exams.
- The last date for registration is 28th Feb 2026.
- Phase 2 will run from March until admission (June expected).
- The last date for the phase 1 exam is 15 March 2026.
| Event | Date / Time Period |
|---|---|
| Registration Opening Date | 25 October 2025 |
| Registration Closing Date (Phase 1) | 28 February 2026 |
| Exam Slot Booking Window | After registration until the exam |
| Phase 1 CUCET Exam Window | 25 Oct 2025 – 1 Mar 2026 |
| Admit Card Availability | Issued after successful registration |
| Phase 2 Registration | March 2026 till admission (expected June) |
Ques. Can I register offline for CUCET 2026?
Ans. Yes, you can buy the application form brochure from the university admission offices, then use the unique code to complete the registration on the official web portal.
Ques. What is the CUCET 2026 Application fee?
Ans. The CUCET application fee for 2026 is 1000/-, which is fixed for all and non-refundable.
CUCET 2026 Admit Card Release Date
The CUCET 2026 admit card will be released online by Chandigarh University on the official CUCET portal. Candidates who successfully complete the registration process will be able to download their admit card prior to their scheduled exam date.
- Since the exam is held in remote online proctored mode, it does not release a common admit card date for all candidates.
| Event | Expected Timeline 2026 |
|---|---|
| Start of CUCET 2026 Phase 1 | October 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | After successful registration & slot booking |
| Last Date to Download Admit Card | Before the scheduled exam date |
| Exam Mode | Remote Proctored (Online from Home) |
How to download the CUCET 2026 admit card?
- Visit the official CUCET portal (cucet.cuchd.in )
- Now, log in to your portal using your application ID and password.
- Click on Download Admit Card
- Verify all details mentioned
- Download and save the hall ticket for future reference in your system.
Ques. Will the admit card be sent by post or email?
Ans. No physical/postal dispatch. It's available only on your online CUCET portal (and exam details may be emailed). Download it yourself.
CUCET Chandigarh University 2026 result date
Chandigarh University follows a 24-hour result policy for CUCET 2026. The result is typically updated on the individual portal within one day of the exam taken.
- Since the exam is conducted in remote online proctored mode, there is no single result date for all candidates.
- So results will depend on your exam attempt date.
CUCET 2026 result date table
| Event | Date / Timeline | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Phase 1 Exam Window | 25 October 2025 – 15 March 2026 (Extended) | Candidates can take the exam anytime within this window |
| Phase 1 Last Exam Date | 15 March 2026 | Closing date to attempt the Phase 1 exam |
| Result Declaration (Phase 1) | Within 24 hours of taking the exam | Result published on the candidate’s individual CUCET portal |
| Mode of Result | Online | Available on the CUCET login dashboard |
| Phase 2 Exam Window | March 2026 till admission | Second opportunity for candidates |
| Phase 2 Result | Within 24 hours of exam attempt | Same process as Phase 1 |
Ques. What is the minimum score for admission eligibility?
Ans. Generally, 30%+ marks to be considered eligible, but higher scores unlock better scholarships and merit lists.
CUCET Chandigarh University Counselling and Admission Dates
The counselling process is an important step after the result declaration to facilitate admissions into Chandigarh University. It involves validation of results, seat allocation, and academic admission formalities.
- After the CUCET result, the university will announce the counselling schedules on the CUET portals.
- A merit list will be prepared based on the candidate’s CUCET 2026 score. Only those on the merit list are eligible for counselling.
- Document verification will be done, so you will need the following documents: -
- Class 10th and 12th mark sheets
- Graduation certificates (for PG admissions)
- Photo ID (Aadhar/Pan)
- Category certificate
- Passport-sized photographs
- Based on counselling performance and seat availability, candidates are allotted seats in their chosen programs.
- Seat acceptance is usually confirmed through an initial fee payment (often a token booking amount).
- After successful fee payment and document submission, the candidate’s admission is confirmed.
- Candidates must pay the semester fee and apply for hostel accommodation and course registration at this stage.
FAQs
Ques. Can I attempt both phases for a better score?
Ans. Yes, your best score across attempts/phases is considered for scholarship purposes.
Ques. Is the CUCET 2026 exam available in Hindi?
Ans. The exam is in English only. However, for Arts/Humanities streams, Hindi can be chosen as an optional subject where applicable.
Ques. Whom should I contact for CUCET-related queries?
Ans. Helpline: 8146947000 / 8146948000
- Toll-free: 1800-1212-88800
- Email: cucet@cumail.in
- Live chat/support available on the official portal.
Ques. Can I use a mobile phone to take the CUCET 2026 exam?
Ans. No, the remote proctored exam requires a laptop or desktop PC with webcam, microphone, and stable internet (minimum specs listed on the portal. So Mobile can’t be used.
Ques. Is CUCET 2026 only for scholarships or also for admission?
Ans. It is both an entrance cum scholarship test. For mandatory courses (B.Tech, MBA, Pharmacy, etc.), admission is based on CUCET score. For others, it's optional but required to get a scholarship.
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