At a Glance
- Post Name
- Common University Entrance Test (CUET UG 2026)
- Exam / Result Date
- 11–31 May 2026 & 06–07 June 2026
- Application Last Date
- 04 February 2026
- Application Start Date
- 03 January 2026
- Conducting Body
- National Testing Agency (NTA)
- Eligibility
- Class 12 Pass / Appearing
Quick Summary
National Testing Agency (NTA) has declared the Common University Entrance Test (CUET UG) 2026 Result. Candidates can download their scorecard at examinationservices.nic.in.
National Testing Agency (NTA) is an independent, autonomous, and self-sustained premier testing organization established by the Ministry of Education (MoE), Government of India, to conduct efficient and transparent entrance examinations for admissions to higher educational institutions. Its official portal is nta.ac.in.
NTA CUET UG 2026 – Result Overview
Millions of students. Over 45 central universities. One unified scorecard. National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially declared the Common University Entrance Test (NTA CUET UG 2026) Result on 23 June 2026. The examination was conducted in multiple phases between 11 May and 07 June 2026 to evaluate candidates for undergraduate admissions across India. Candidates who appeared for the test can now download their final scorecards at examinationservices.nic.in using their application number and date of birth. Minimum qualification required is Class 12 pass or appearing. The application fee was ₹1000 for General category, with reduced fees for EWS/OBC (₹900) and SC/ST (₹800).
In the previous CUET UG cycle, approximately 14.9 lakh candidates registered for the examination — making it the second-largest entrance exam in India. The 2026 edition continues to reflect similar unprecedented scale for central university admissions.
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Common University Entrance Test (CUET UG 2026) |
| Admission Level | Under Graduate (UG) Courses |
| Exam Dates | 11–31 May 2026 & 06–07 June 2026 |
| Final Answer Key | Released (21 June 2026) |
| Result Status | Declared (23 June 2026) |
| Official Portal | cuet.nta.nic.in |
Source: Official CUET UG 2026 Information Brochure, National Testing Agency, 03 January 2026. Download PDF
NTA CUET UG 2026 – Important Dates & Full Schedule
The complete timeline for the NTA CUET UG 2026 examination cycle, from the initial application phase to the final result declaration, is documented below.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 03 January 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 04 February 2026 |
| Last Date Online Payment | 07 February 2026 |
| Correction Window | 09–11 February 2026 |
| Re-Open Online Form | 23–26 February 2026 |
| Update Subject Details | 17–19 April 2026 |
| CUET UG Exam Phase 1 | 11–31 May 2026 |
| Admit Card Available | 02 June 2026 |
| Re-Schedule Exam Date | 06–07 June 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key Available | 09 June 2026 |
| Final Answer Key Available | 21 June 2026 |
| Result Declared | 23 June 2026 |
NTA CUET UG 2026 – Participating Central Universities
Candidates holding a valid NTA CUET UG 2026 scorecard are eligible to apply for undergraduate programs at the following Central Universities, alongside numerous state, deemed, and private universities.
| Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) | Assam University | Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University |
| Banaras Hindu University (BHU Varanasi) | Central University of Andhra Pradesh | Central University of South Bihar |
| Central University of Gujarat | Central University of Haryana | Central University of Himachal Pradesh |
| Central University of Jammu | Central University of Jharkhand | Central University of Karnataka |
| Central University of Kashmir | Central University of Kerala | Central University of Odisha |
| Central University of Punjab | Central University of Rajasthan | Central University of Tamil Nadu |
| Dr. Harisingh Gaur Vishwa Vidyalaya | Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya | Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University |
| Indira Gandhi National Tribal University | Jamia Millia Islamia | Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU, New Delhi) |
| Mahatma Gandhi Antarrashtriya Hindi Vishwavidyalaya | Manipur University | Maulana Azad National Urdu University |
| Mizoram University | Nagaland University | North Eastern Hill University |
| Pondicherry University | Rajiv Gandhi University | Sikkim University |
| Tezpur University | The English and Foreign Languages University | Tripura University |
| University of Allahabad | University of Delhi (DU) | University of Hyderabad |
| Visva Bharati University | Mahatma Gandhi Central University | Central Sanskrit University, Delhi |
| Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri National Sanskrit University | National Sanskrit University | Central Tribal University of Andhra Pradesh |
| Sammakka Sarakka Central Tribal University | For the complete list of participating institutions, refer to the Information Brochure. | |
NTA CUET UG 2026 – Eligibility Criteria & Application Fee
To participate in CUET UG 2026, candidates must have passed or be appearing in the 10+2 Intermediate Exam from any recognized board in India. There is no age limit to appear for the CUET UG exam; however, candidates must satisfy the specific age criteria (if any) set by the respective university they seek admission to.
| Category | Base Application Fee | Additional Subject Charge (Per Subject) |
|---|---|---|
| General | ₹1000 | ₹400 |
| EWS / OBC | ₹900 | ₹375 |
| SC / ST / PH | ₹800 | ₹350 |
How to Check NTA CUET UG 2026 Result – Step by Step
Follow these steps to securely download your official scorecard from the NTA portal.
- Visit the Official Portal: Go to the NTA results website at examinationservices.nic.in or via the main cuet.nta.nic.in link.
- Find the Result Link: Click on the prominently displayed link reading "CUET (UG) - 2026 Score Card / Result".
- Enter Credentials: Input your unique Application Number and Date of Birth exactly as printed on your admit card.
- Security Pin: Enter the case-sensitive security pin (captcha) shown on the screen and click Submit.
- View Scorecard: Your normalized subject-wise percentile scores will appear on the dashboard.
- Download & Print: Save the PDF and print multiple copies. You will need this physical document during university counseling and document verification.
Result Declared: 23 June 2026
NTA CUET UG 2026 – What Happens After the Result
The declaration of the NTA CUET UG 2026 result marks the end of the testing phase and the beginning of the admission process. NTA’s role concludes with providing the scorecards. Candidates must now individually monitor the admission portals of their target universities (e.g., Delhi University's CSAS portal, BHU Admission portal). Universities will independently release cut-off lists and merit criteria based on the normalized NTA scores. Ensure you register for these individual counseling processes before their respective deadlines.
NTA CUET UG 2026 – What Qualified Candidates Should Know
The NTA CUET UG 2026 scorecard displays normalized scores (equipercentile method) rather than raw marks. Because the exam is conducted across multiple days and shifts with varying difficulty levels, NTA utilizes this statistical method to ensure fairness. Participating universities will strictly use these normalized NTA scores—not raw percentiles—to prepare their final merit lists.
It is crucial to note that the CUET UG 2026 score is valid for the academic year 2026–2027 only. You cannot use this scorecard to secure admission in the 2027 academic session. Furthermore, securing a high score in CUET UG does not guarantee admission. Final seat allocation is contingent upon meeting the specific educational qualification criteria, subject mapping rules, and document verification (DV) clearances established by the individual university.
During university-level document verification, candidates will be required to present their original Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets, migration certificates, transfer certificates, and valid category certificates (OBC-NCL, EWS, SC, ST) issued in the current financial year. Discrepancies between the category claimed in the CUET form and the actual certificate provided during counseling will lead to immediate cancellation of the allotted seat.
NTA CUET UG 2026 – Official Links & Notices
Access all result portals, final answer keys, and official notification PDFs from the table below.
| Download Result / Score Card | Click Here |
| Download Final Answer Key | Final Key PDF |
| Download Provisional Answer Key | Login Portal |
| Download Answer Key Notice | Notice PDF |
| Download Re-Schedule Exam Admit Card | Download Here |
| Download Information Brochure | Brochure PDF |
| Download Syllabus | Syllabus Link |
| Official Website | cuet.nta.nic.in |
