Overview Summary
The Common University Entrance Test (CUET UG) is the national entrance test conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for undergraduate admission to central universities, many state, deemed and private universities, and other participating institutions. A single CUET UG score can be used for admission to multiple universities.
Advisory Note
NTA has not yet released the CUET UG 2027 information bulletin. Dates below are expected windows based on previous cycles. Confirm everything on cuet.nta.nic.in once the notification is published.
Official Portal
Official website: https://cuet.nta.nic.in
CUET UG at a Glance
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Full name | CUET UG 2027 |
| Conducting body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Level | National |
| Mode | Online (CBT) |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Exam date | May 2027 (expected) |
| Registration | Not announced (expected Jan–Mar 2027) |
| Official website | https://cuet.nta.nic.in |
CUET UG Important Dates
| Event | Date / Timeline | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Information bulletin & registration start | Expected January–March 2027 | Not announced |
| Last date to apply | Expected about 4 weeks after start | Not announced |
| City intimation slip | Expected late April 2027 | Not announced |
| Admit card | Expected early May 2027 | Not announced |
| CUET UG 2027 exam | Expected May–early June 2027 | Not announced |
| Result | Expected June–July 2027 | Not announced |
Dates last checked by CollegeDarbar on 16 October 2026. Always confirm on the official website before applying.
CUET UG Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates who have passed Class 12 or an equivalent examination, or are appearing in 2027, can apply. There is no age limit for CUET UG.
- CUET itself does not set a minimum percentage. Each participating university sets its own programme-wise eligibility (subjects, marks, domain combinations).
- Check the eligibility of every university and programme you target before choosing your CUET subjects; your subject choice must match the programme requirement.
CUET UG Exam Pattern
| Section | What it covers | Questions | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Languages (Section IA/IB) | Reading comprehension, vocabulary, grammar and literary aptitude in the chosen language | 50 (all compulsory) | 60 minutes per test |
| Domain subjects (Section II) | Subject tests based on the NCERT Class 12 syllabus | 50 (all compulsory) | 60 minutes per test |
| General Test (Section III) | General knowledge, current affairs, general mental ability, numerical ability, quantitative and logical reasoning | 50 (all compulsory) | 60 minutes |
In the 2025 and 2026 cycles, candidates could choose a maximum of five subjects (languages, domain subjects and the General Test combined). Marking: +5 for each correct answer, −1 for each incorrect answer, 0 for unattempted. Confirm the 2027 scheme in the official bulletin.
CUET UG Syllabus
- Languages: reading comprehension (factual, literary and narrative passages), vocabulary, grammar and literary aptitude.
- Domain subjects: based on the NCERT Class 12 syllabus for each subject (e.g. Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Applied Mathematics, Biology, Accountancy, Business Studies, Economics, History, Political Science).
- General Test: general knowledge, current affairs, general mental ability, numerical ability, quantitative reasoning (basic arithmetic, algebra, geometry, mensuration and statistics up to Class 8) and logical and analytical reasoning.
How to Apply for CUET UG
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Step 1: Visit cuet.nta.nic.in and register with a valid email ID and mobile number.
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Step 2: Fill personal, academic and communication details.
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Step 3: Choose your subjects (match them with each target university's programme requirement) and exam city preferences.
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Step 4: Upload photograph, signature and category/PwD certificate where applicable.
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Step 5: Pay the application fee online (fee depends on category and number of subjects).
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Step 6: Download the confirmation page and keep it for future reference.
CUET UG Application Fee
The CUET UG application fee depends on category and the number of subjects chosen. NTA will publish the 2027 fee in the information bulletin.
Colleges Accepting CUET UG
Central universities such as Delhi University, Banaras Hindu University, Jawaharlal Nehru University, Jamia Millia Islamia, Allahabad University and Central University of Odisha
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State universities that have opted into CUET for some or all programmes
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Deemed and private universities that accept CUET scores
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Each university publishes its own admission/counselling process after the CUET result (e.g. DU CSAS)
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CUET UG Preparation Tips
- Lock your target universities first, then choose CUET subjects that satisfy every programme's requirement.
- Base domain-subject preparation on NCERT Class 12 textbooks, since the tests follow that syllabus.
- Practise timed 50-question sets: with negative marking, accuracy matters more than attempting everything.
- Track university-specific registration (e.g. DU CSAS); clearing CUET alone does not complete admission.
Frequently Asked Questions
Official Sources
- [CUET UG – official NTA portal](https://cuet.nta.nic.in)
- [National Testing Agency](https://nta.ac.in)