Delhi, January 29: The National Testing Agency (NTA) is set to close the registration window for the Common University Entrance Test Undergraduate (CUET UG) 2026 tomorrow, Saturday, January 31. The candidates can apply for CUET UG 2026 on the official website at cuet.nta.nic.in. Aspiring students seeking admission to central, state, and private universities must complete their submissions on the official portal by 11:50 PM. Candidates who have not yet registered are encouraged to finalise their applications and fee payments promptly to avoid potential last-minute technical delays.

The 2026 entrance exam serves as a mandatory gateway for admission into various undergraduate programs across the country. Following the closure of the registration window, the NTA is expected to open a brief correction window, allowing students to rectify minor errors in their submitted forms. The exams are tentatively scheduled to begin in mid-May, conducted in a hybrid mode (both pen-and-paper and computer-based) depending on the subject. CUET UG 2026 Registration Begins at cuet.nta.nic.in: Know Last Date, Fees, Eligibility and Exam Details.

How To Register for CUET UG 2026

  • Visit the official website at cuet.nta.nic.in

  • Click on the CUET UG registration 2026 link

  • Fill the CUET UG application form with details and upload the required documents

  • Pay the CUET UG application fee and click on submit

  • Save the CUET UG registration form PDF and take a hard copy of it.

Essential Documents Required for CUET UG 2026 Registration

Candidates should ensure they have digital copies of the following documents ready for upload:

  • Recent passport-size photograph (colored or black and white with 80% face visible).

  • Scanned signature in the specified format.

  • Category certificates (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) if applicable.

  • PwBD certificate, if the candidate is seeking a reservation under this category.

What Happens After the Deadline?

Once the application window shuts on January 31, the NTA will process the data and announce the "Correction Window" dates. During this period, candidates can edit specific fields such as their name, photograph, or city choice, though some fields remain unchangeable. UGC Bill 2026: Why the Supreme Court Stayed New Caste Discrimination Regulations for Higher Education and Restored 2012 Rules.

Admit cards are typically released 10 to 15 days before the commencement of the exams. The NTA has advised students to regularly monitor the official website for updates regarding the city intimation slip and the final examination schedule.

Since its inception, the CUET UG has streamlined the admission process for over 250 universities in India. By providing a single-window platform, it eliminates the need for students to appear for multiple entrance tests for different colleges. The 2026 edition continues the trend of offering the exam in 13 languages, including English, Hindi, and various regional languages. This approach aims to ensure inclusivity for students from diverse linguistic and educational backgrounds across the country.

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