CUET UG 2026: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has issued a public advisory on 27 December 2025 for students preparing for the Common University Entrance Test [CUET (UG)] 2026. The exam will be conducted in May 2026 across India and abroad, in 13 languages, for admission into undergraduate programmes of all Central Universities and participating institutions.
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Key Highlights from the Advisory
- Application Process: Online application forms will be available on the official CUET portal: https://cuet.nta.nic.in.
- Candidates must ensure timely and accurate submission of details.
- Participating Universities: The list of universities is dynamic and will be updated regularly on the CUET portal and respective university websites.
- Syllabus Availability: The CUET UG 2026 syllabus has already been uploaded on the official portal to help aspirants prepare in advance.
- Aadhaar Authentication: NTA will obtain candidate details (Name, DOB, Gender, Photograph, Address) directly from UIDAI.
- Since Aadhaar does not record Father/Mother/Guardian names, candidates must fill these separately in the application form.
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Name Mismatch Resolution: In case of discrepancies between Aadhaar and Class 10 certificate/marksheet, NTA will provide an option to resolve the mismatch during the application stage.
- Regular Updates: Aspirants are advised to frequently check https://nta.ac.in and https://cuet.nta.nic.in for notices, instructions, and updates.
Why CUET UG IS IMPORTANT
CUET has become the gateway to undergraduate admissions in Central Universities, streamlining the process for lakhs of students nationwide.
- The advisory emphasizes accuracy in application details and early preparation using the official syllabus.
- Aadhaar-linked authentication is expected to reduce errors, but students must remain vigilant about filling additional details correctly.
For queries, aspirants can contact: Helpline Number: +91-11-40759000
