CUET UG 2026 Schedule Released; Registration Begins for May Exam

Sapna Content Writer

Content Writer | Updated On - Jan 3, 2026

All Central Universities and several participating universities will consider CUET UG scores for undergraduate admissions.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has begun the registration process for the Common University Entrance Test – Undergraduate (CUET (UG) 2026. As per the public notice dated January 3, 2026, the entrance exam will be conducted in May 2026 for admission to undergraduate programmes in Central Universities and participating State, Deemed, and Private Universities for the academic session 2026–27.

CUET UG 2026 will be held in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode across 13 mediums, both in India and abroad. CUET UG exam provides a single-window opportunity for students seeking admission to multiple universities through one common entrance test. All Central Universities and several participating universities will consider CUET UG Courses scores for undergraduate admissions.

The list of participating universities is dynamic and is updated regularly on the official CUET website.

CUET UG 2026 Important Dates

Candidates must take note of the complete schedule released by NTA.

Event	Date
Online Application Starts	January 03, 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	January 30, 2026 (up to 11:50 PM)
Last Date for Fee Payment	January 31, 2026 (up to 11:50 PM)
Application Correction Window	February 02 – 04, 2026
Announcement of Exam City	To be announced
Admit Card Release	To be announced
CUET UG 2026 Exam Dates	May 11 – 31, 2026 (Tentative)
Answer Key & Responses	To be announced
Result Declaration	To be announced
Official Website	cuet.nta.nic.in

For more information, students can visit the official website, cuet.nta.nic.in For easy access, the link is given below.

Direct Link

CUET UG 2026 Application Portal

Image Source: CUET UG 2026 @cuet.nta.nic.in

How to Apply for CUET UG 2026

Applications must be submitted online only.
Candidates can apply through the official website: cuet.nta.nic.in.
Only one application form is allowed per candidate.
Applications submitted through any other mode will be rejected.

CUET UG 2026 Important Instructions for Candidates

Candidates must carefully read the Information Bulletin of CUET UG 2026.
Email ID and mobile number entered must belong to the candidate or their parents/guardians.
All communication from NTA will be sent via registered email and SMS.
Candidates must check the CUET UG 2026 eligibility criteria for individual programs from the respective university websites.

What Should Candidates Do Next?

Visit the official CUET website and complete registration before January 30, 2026.
Carefully select subjects and universities while filling the form.
Pay the application fee before January 31, 2026.
Use the correction window (Feb 2–4) to edit any mistakes.
Regularly check the website for exam city, admit card, and further updates
Review university-specific eligibility and admission requirements

For more information, students can visit the official website, cuet.nta.nic.in. For more updates like this, check collegedunia.com