Updated On : May 31, 2023
Summary: Stay up-to-date with the most relevant and recent details about CUET as we navigate through its intricacies together in this blog.
According to a recent NTA update, the CUET admit card for this year will be made available three days before the CUET exam day.
As per the notification, the CUET entrance exam will be held from 21st to 31 May 2023.
In this article, we will cover:
NTA CUET Latest News
Recent Update:
21 May 2023 onwards: The CUET exam starts with lakhs of students appearing in it.
14 May 2023 onwards: Announcement of the City of Examination
18 May 2023 onwards: Release of CUET Admit Card (Tentative)
What is CUET?
CUET full form is Common University Entrance Test. It is an entrance exam conducted to admit students into undergraduate programs across 250+ central, state, deemed and private universities across India.
Check the PDF attached below for information related to the application dates, syllabus and CUET exam pattern.
There are 33 languages in sections 1A and 1B. Section 2 domain subjects are updated to 27 subjects.
This year from the subjects/languages, the candidate can choose a maximum of 10 subjects from all three sections.
CUET 2023 Registrations increased by 4 lakhs from its debut year.
Following the conclusion of the registration process for the CUET 2023 exam, a total of 16.85 lakh registrations have been received, of which 13.99 lakh candidates have submitted the application form.
The number of female candidates has risen by 50% in terms of registrations, while male candidates had a 34% rise.
Parameters | 2023 | 2022 |
Number of Registrations | 13.99 lakhs | 9.68 Lakhs |
Female Candidates | 6.51 Lakhs | 4.34 Lakhs |
Male Candidates | 7.48 Lakhs | 5.56 Lakhs |
ST Registrations | 95,119 | 58,881 |
SC Registrations | 1,40,307 | 10,39,31 |
OBC-NCL Registrations | 4,61,022 | 3,17,598 |
EWS Registrations | 60,611 | 52,299 |
Open Category Registrations | 6,42,443 | 4,60,202 |
Number of Universities | 242 | 90 |
Check: Is CUET and CUCET same?
University-wise highlights
Universities | 2023 | 2022 |
University of Delhi | 28 lakh applications for 73 UG programs | 6.64 lakh |
Banaras Hindu University | 8.8 lakh for 23 UG programs | 4.34 lakh |
Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University | 4.1 lakh | 8.1 lakh |
University of Allahabad | 3.1 lakh | 2.62 lakh |
Jamia Millia Islamia | 2.6 lakh | 1.44 lakh |
Check: CUET Colleges List 2023
Subject-wise highlights
Subject | Number of Students who applied to take them in 2023 | Number of Students who applied to take them in 2022 |
English Language | 9.7 lakh | 4,85,894 |
General Test | 8+ lakh | 4,50,635 |
Chemistry | 6.3 lakh | 2,31,970 |
Physics | 6.5 lakh | 2,20,014 |
Mathematics | 4.8 lakh | 2,29,793 |
Biology | 4 lakh | - |
Political Science | 2+ lakh | 1,05,515 |
Economics | 2+ lakh | - |
History | 1.8+ lakh | 1,04,633 |
Business Studies | 2+ lakh | - |
Check out the table below for all the important events related to the CUET Exam 2023 entrance exam.
Event | Dates |
The application form link will be active from | 09 February to 11 April 2023 |
Last date to submit applications | 11 April 2023 (11:59 PM) (Announced) |
Last date to pay the application fee | 11 April 2023 (up to 11:59 P.M.) (Announced) |
CUET Application Correction Window |
1 April to 3 April 2023 (Up to 11:50 P.M.) (Announced) Application process extended till 11 April 2023 |
Admit card release date | 18 May 2023 (Tentative) |
CUET 2023 Exam Date | 21st to 31st May 2023 (Announced) |
The result will be declared on | 3rd week of June 2023 (Announced) |
CUET City announcement | 14 May 2023 Onwards (Announced) |
CUET 2023 merit list | To be notified |
Counselling of CUET 2023 | To be notified |
Check: CUET Topper Talk with Ayushmaan Bhatra
Exam Name | Common Universities Entrance Test (CUET UG 2023) |
Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
Frequency of Conduct | Once a year |
Exam Level | University Level |
Courses Offered | Undergraduate, postgraduate, and research programs |
Participating Universities | 242 |
Mode of Application | Online |
Mode of Exam | Online (Computer-based Test) |
Exam duration | To be announced |
Type of questions | Multiple-choice questions |
NTA CUET Exam Centers | 554 cities across India and 13 cities outside India |
Mode of Counselling | Online |
Official website | nta.ac.in, cuet.samarth.ac.in |
The number of programs, colleges, and course lists may vary yearly since the exam will now be conducted for admission to 200+ central, private, state and deemed universities.
Check out the list of CUET Courses offered by major participating institutes.
Different universities offer various specializations for the following courses.
Arts -
Commerce -
Science -
Note that the above list is not the entire set of courses offered at 200+ universities.
Check: Why CUET is Important?
Yes! For every wrong answer, you will lose 1 mark!
To be eligible to apply for the CUET, you must satisfy specific criteria set by the exam conducting body.
The expected CUET Eligibility Criteria for the courses are enlisted below.
You are advised to visit the official website of the respective college that you wish to apply, as the eligibility requirements can change from college to college and may also differ for every UG program.
Check: How much to score in CUET for DU?
You can follow the instructions below while completing the CUET Application Form 2023.
Check: How many Subjects are required for CUET?
A candidate can only pay the fee online mode. The application fee varies for different categories.
Check out the table below for the Common Universities Common Entrance Test application fee per your category.
Number of Subjects | General (UR) | OBC (NCL)/EWS | SC/ST/PwBD/Third gender | International Candidates |
Upto 03 Subjects | ₹ 750/- | ₹ 700/- | ₹ 650/- | ₹ 3750/- |
Upto 07 Subjects | ₹ 1500/- | ₹ 1400/- | ₹ 1300/- | ₹ 7500/- |
Upto 10 Subjects | ₹ 1750/- | ₹ 1650/- | ₹ 1550/- | ₹ 11000/- |
The pattern of the question paper will comprise multiple-choice questions. There is a negative marking of 1 mark for each wrongly answered question.
Check out the table below to know the CUET exam details:
Note: There are 33 languages in sections 1A and 1B. Section 2 domain subjects have been updated to include 27 subjects in 2023.
This year from the subjects/languages, the candidate can choose a maximum of 10 subjects from all three sections.
Get the list of CUET courses for the question -> CUET is for which courses?
Knowing the syllabus plays a vital part in your preparation. NTA has released the syllabus for every language, domain and GT with units and important sub-units in the form of a PDF on the official website.
It is expected that the CUET Syllabus 2023 will include the following subjects:
You would require a proper preparation strategy and a study plan to crack the entrance exams like Common Universities Entrance Test. They say ~ "Better to start early than finish late"!
Begin your preparations well in advance, as this will help you complete the syllabus on time, and you will also be left with ample time to revise all the topics at least once before the exam.
Check: How to start your CUET Preparation?
We often hear students asking the question -> Is CUET compulsory?
No, it is not compulsory! However, if you wish to study at top colleges like DU, AMU, JMI etc., you must clear CUET with excellent scores.
Choosing the right book plays a vital role in qualifying for the entrance exam.
The following are some of the best CUET preparation books; they cover all the topics as per the syllabus. Some of the books you can use for English and GT are as follows:
The Common Universities Entrance Test Admit Card will be on the official website 10-15 before the exam.
You can download the CUET admit card online by using your login credentials.
You must carry the CUET Admit Card to the exam centre without fail. Otherwise, you are not allowed to take the exam.
Check: What is General Test in CUET?
The National Testing Agency (NTA) will release the final answer key within 20 days after completing the Common Universities Entrance Test.
NTA will release the CUET Answer Key 2023 in two phases:
Authorities will release the provisional answer key after the completion of the exam. With the help of the provisional answer key, you can verify all the answers and raise objections if you find any discrepancies.
Considering the objections raised, authorities will modify the responses (if required) and release the final answer key. Note that you cannot raise objections against the final answer key.
Check: CUET 2023 Mock Tests
Generally, the NTA will announce the results a month after completing the exam, which is released in PDF form.
You can download the NTA CUET Exam Result 2023 pdf using your registration ID and date of birth.
Follow the steps given below to the scorecard.
Each participating university will conduct a separate counselling process after completing the exam. You must visit the institute's official website and register to participate in the CUET Counselling Process.
At the time of registration, you must select the desired program in the university you wish to apply to.
You need to carry the following documents at the time of counselling.
Check: CUET Online Coaching Classes
With the NTA’s Common Universities Entrance Test, you can get admission into any 242 universities. The following are some of the most popular universities for pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
Check: CUET and DU Admissions 2023
CUET 2023 is a great way to gain entry into top universities, as it provides a standardized assessment of students' academic abilities. It is also an efficient procedure for CUET-participating universities to admit potential students, as it objectively measures their skills. We advise all 12 pass-out students to give the CUET exam.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the CUET Exam 2023 scheduled?
How many Participating colleges are there for CUET?
What is the eligibility for NTA CUET Exam 2023?
You must have cleared class 12 with minimum qualifying marks which can differ for every participating university.
Who conducts Common Universities Entrance Test 2023?
Is CUET Exam date confirmed for 2023 session?
Is BHU included in CUET 2023?
Which Central University is best in CUET?
Jamia Millia Islamia, Jawaharlal Nehru University, Banaras Hindu University, University of Delhi and Aligarh Muslim University is top central universities in the country with excellent NIRF rankings.
Is NTA CUET Exam compulsory for Delhi University?