CUET (UG) 2027

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When Is CUET (UG) 2027? Key Dates & Deadlines

Application Start

To be announced
2026 cycle: 03 Jan 2026

Application Deadline

To be announced
2026 cycle: 26 Feb 2026 (Re-opened window ended)

Exam Date

To be announced
2026 cycle: 11-31 May | 06-07 Jun 2026

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CBT Center

Which Colleges Accept CUET (UG) 2027 Scores?

Top institutes accepting CUET (UG) scores:

Delhi University (DU)
#2 (University)
New Delhi, Delhi
Banaras Hindu University (BHU)
#6 (University)
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU)
#3 (University)
New Delhi, Delhi
Aligarh Muslim University (AMU)
#5 (University)
Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh
University of Hyderabad
#4 (University)
Hyderabad, Telangana

What Is CUET (UG) 2027? (Common University Entrance Test Undergraduate)

exam mode is CBT Center. CUET (UG) (Common University Entrance Test Undergraduate) is a major entrance examination for admission to Central Universities. It is conducted annually for 2027 admissions across participating institutions in India.

Candidates should visit the official website to check the latest announcements regarding application dates, eligibility criteria, and exam schedule for 2027. Registration is done online through the official portal. Keep academic documents, photograph, and signature ready before applying.

CUET (UG) scores are accepted by 5 institutes across India, including Delhi University (DU), Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU). The complete list of participating institutions includes: Delhi University (DU) (New Delhi, Delhi); Banaras Hindu University (BHU) (Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh); Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) (New Delhi, Delhi); Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) (Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh); University of Hyderabad (Hyderabad, Telangana). Candidates will be allotted seats based on their rank in the entrance exam along with the counselling process.

For the most current and accurate information on CUET (UG) 2027 — including admit card release, syllabus, exam-day instructions, answer key, and result announcement — candidates should regularly check the official website at https://cuet.nta.nic.in. Bookmark the page and set reminders for key dates to avoid missing any deadlines.

Candidates planning ahead for CUET (UG) 2028 and CUET (UG) 2029 should note that this exam is conducted annually, with the schedule typically following the same academic calendar each year. Eligibility norms, exam pattern, and participating institutes generally remain consistent across cycles. Bookmark this page — it will be updated with verified CUET (UG) 2028 dates and application details as soon as the official notification is released.

How to Apply for CUET (UG) 2027

  1. Visit the Official Website — Go to CUET (UG) official website and click Apply Online or New Registration.
  2. Register and Create Account — Enter your name, email, and mobile number. Verify via OTP.
  3. Fill the Application Form — Complete personal details, educational qualifications, exam city preferences, and category information.
  4. Upload Documents — Upload your passport-size photograph, signature, and Class 10/12 mark sheets as per specifications.
  5. Pay the Application Fee — Pay online via card, net banking, or UPI before the deadline. Save the payment receipt.
  6. Submit and Download Confirmation — Review, submit, and download your confirmation page. The admit card will be released before the exam.

Frequently Asked Questions – CUET (UG) 2027 & 2028

The CUET (UG) 2027 exam is scheduled for yet to be announced (in the 2026 cycle it was 11-31 May | 06-07 Jun 2026). The exam is conducted in CBT Center mode. Candidates must download their admit card from the official website before the exam. Check the official website for any last-minute schedule updates.

The last date to apply for CUET (UG) 2027 is yet to be announced (in the 2026 cycle it was 26 Feb 2026 (Re-opened window ended)). The application window opened from yet to be announced (in the 2026 cycle it was 03 Jan 2026). Apply well before the closing date to avoid server congestion. Ensure fee payment and document upload are completed before the deadline, as late applications are typically not accepted.

CUET (UG) 2027 scores are accepted by Delhi University (DU) (New Delhi, Delhi); Banaras Hindu University (BHU) (Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh); Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) (New Delhi, Delhi). In total, 5 institutes participate in the CUET (UG) admissions process. Candidates must check each institute's individual cutoff and eligibility criteria on the official counselling portal.

The CUET (UG) 2027 application form date is yet to be announced. Registration is online through the official portal. You need a valid email ID, mobile number, and scanned copies of your photograph and signature. Submit the form with the required application fee before TBA.

To apply for CUET (UG) 2027, candidates typically need: a valid email ID and mobile number, Class 10 and 12 mark sheets, a recent passport-size photograph, a scanned signature, and a government-issued photo ID. Reserved category candidates may also need caste/category certificates. Always refer to the official notification for the exact and updated document checklist.

CUET (UG) 2027 is conducted in CBT Center mode. Candidates appear at designated centres across India. Admit cards must be downloaded from the official website and carried to the exam hall along with a valid photo ID.

The CUET (UG) 2028 notification and schedule are expected to follow the same annual cycle, typically announced in late 2027 or early 2028. Based on historical patterns, the application window usually opens several months before the exam. Candidates preparing for the 2028 cycle should bookmark this page — it will be updated with verified CUET (UG) 2028 dates, application deadlines, and eligibility details as soon as the official notification is published at the official website.

More Questions About CUET (UG) & Related Exams

Select subjects based on your target course requirements. For most DU programs: 2-3 domain subjects + Language + General Test. Don't over-select - 4-5 subjects max is manageable. Check DU bulletin for specific course eligibility before registering.

For most central universities, only CUET score matters post-qualification. You need to pass Class 12th (minimum % varies by university). However, some courses/universities still give minor weightage (10-20%) to Class 12th. Check specific university policies.

For Hindu/SRCC/Miranda House in popular courses: 750-800 out of 800 in relevant sections. For off-campus DU colleges: 650-700. Competition is intense for commerce/economics. Sciences have slightly lower cutoffs.

CUET UG registration typically opens in February-March on the NTA website (cuet.nta.nic.in). The exam is usually held in May-June across multiple days. Key steps: Register early, select subjects carefully based on target universities, download admit card 2-3 weeks before exam. Keep checking the NTA website — dates can shift. Apply to individual universities separately after CUET registration.

Yes. One CUET registration allows you to apply to all participating universities. However, each university has a separate application form and fee (₹200-500 per university). Apply to 5-8 universities for safe options across cutoff ranges.

Largely overlapping. CUET domain subjects use NCERT Class 12 syllabus. Extra focus needed for: General Test (aptitude, current affairs) and English language section. Start CUET-specific practice from March alongside boards.

Several good universities offer merit-based or own entrance admission: Christ University, Symbiosis (SET), St. Xavier's Mumbai, state universities. Private universities (LPU, Chandigarh Univ) have rolling admissions. CUET remains best bet for central/top universities.

Over 250 universities participate in CUET. Key ones: BHU (Banaras Hindu University), JNU, Jamia Millia Islamia, Hyderabad Central University, AMU, Pondicherry University, and all other central universities. Many state universities and deemed universities also joined CUET. It's no longer just a DU exam.

CUET covers virtually all undergraduate courses: BA, B.Com, B.Sc, B.Design, B.Ed, B.Voc, B.A LLB, and more. Each course has specific domain subject requirements. A student from any stream can apply to multiple course types — check each university's program eligibility before selecting domain subjects.

CUET has 3 sections: Section IA (Language — 45 minutes), Section II (Domain Subjects — 45 minutes each, up to 6 subjects), Section III (General Test — 60 minutes). All questions are MCQ-based from NCERT Class 12 syllabus. You can attempt multiple sittings across different days for different subjects within the same year.

CUET UG has typically been announced by NTA between February and March, with exams held in May–June. Central university admissions, including NCET for ITEP programmes, follow the CUET timeline. The 2028 and 2029 cycles are expected to keep the same calendar — verified dates are published here as soon as the official notification releases.

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