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CUET Application Form 2026: Dates & Registration Steps

Author : Paakhi Jain

October 14, 2025

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Overview: India's second-largest exam (CUET) will start registering for the 2026 exam cycle in the 1st week of March, tentatively. Continue reading to learn more about the CUET application form, the steps to fill it out, the fees and documents required, and everything else about CUET registration 2026. 

The CUET Application Form 2026 will be made available, signalling the start of the admission process for undergraduate courses at several universities. 

You can complete your CUET registration online, select your subjects, and submit your applications before the deadline mentioned in the official notification. 

Continue reading the blog to complete your CUET UG application form 2026 on time to prevent last-minute problems and have a seamless application experience.

Note: The video is for 2025 but is also relevant for the 2026 exam cycle. Once the official notification is released, changes will be updated here!

CUET Registration 2026

If you're appearing for the CUET UG exam in 2026, keeping up-to-date with the CUET exam registration process is essential.

The CUET 2026 application form must be filled out carefully as it may differ for each of you based on your course and college preferences. 

Mode of filling out NTA CUET application form 2026- Online

CUET Registration Dates 2026

Note the CUET UG 2026 registration dates to ensure you don't miss a deadline.  Even if you can apply to top universities, your application won't be accepted if you do not submit the form and the documents required for CUET form registration before the last date.

Check the table below for all the crucial steps in the CUET registration process:

Event Important Dates
CUET Application Form Start Date 1st week of March 2026
CUET 2026 Registration Last Date Last week of March 2026
CUET Correction Window  1st week of April 2026
Announcement of the City of Exam To be announced later
CUET Admit Card release date To be announced later
CUET UG 2026 Exam Date 2nd week of May -1st week of June (tentative)
CUET Result 2026 To be announced later

 Direct Link to Fill your CUET Registration Form 2026

Documents Required for CUET Registration 2026 

  • Valid e-mail address & Phone number
  • Class 10 mark sheets
  • Class 12 mark sheets
  • Scanned Photograph in JPG/JPEG format between 10 KB – 200 KB
  • Scanned copy of signature in JPG/JPEG format between 4 KB – 30 KB
  • Date of birth certificate
  • Category certificate (if applicable) in PDF between 50 KB – 300 KB
  • Bank account details for fee payment

How to Fill CUET Application Form 2026?

CUET registration is a lengthy process that requires careful handling.

Staying alert at every step will help you stay focused regarding mistakes to avoid during the CUET application process.

Step 1: CUET UG 2026 Registration

There are four major items included in the NTA CUET application form process that are listed below:

Particulars Details
Personal Details Name (as per Class 10 certificate), Father/Mother/Guardian's name, Date of Birth, Gender & Nationality, Identity Type & Valid ID Number
Present Address Current Address, house number, PIN code & contact details
Permanent Address If you have a different address where you or your family permanently resides, you must share it here; otherwise, same as given above.
Password & Security Pin Generate a password and security PIN for your account on the https://cuet.nta.nic.in/ website

Step 2: Once you create a PIN for your account, you can log into your account and start filling out your CUET application form, which consists of the following fields:

Personal Details & Present Address

In the CUET form 2026, you will have to fill in the details such as:

  • Disability Status
  • Father's name, qualification & occupation
  • Mother's name, qualification & occupation
  • Annual Income
  • Domicile Status
  • Residence details
  • Mode of preparation
  • Medium of study in qualifying exam

Mistakes to avoid during CUET 2026 Registration 

Permanent Address

This section of the CUET application form must be completed carefully. The fields in this section cover quota-related checkboxes for special categories like:

  • Kashmiri Migrants
  • Below Poverty Line
  • Ward of Defense Personnel
  • Ward of University Employee

You will also have to share details regarding your status if you qualify under any of these categories.

Qualification Details

The CUET form 2026 requires you to share qualification details for class 10 and class 12. You will have to give information on:

  • Result Status
  • Passing Year
  • Place of Schooling & Type of School
  • Qualifying Exam's Country, State & District
  • Name of Board
  • Roll Number
  • Maximum Grade/Score Point & CGPA/Marks/Percentage Achieved

Exam Center Details- Fill in city preference details from the drop-down menus.

Program/University Selection- Select your preferred CUET universities & program name here.

Subject Selection- For each test paper you select in the NTA CUET registration form, fill in the subject and the medium of appearing for each test.

NTA CUET Application Form Fee Structure 2026

Ensure you understand the CUET fee structure while filling out the CUET registration form. Check your category's CUET form fees 2026 from the official sources attached below.

  • No extra charges are applicable for online/ debit/ credit card payments.
  • You can pay your CUET exam application fee online (credit/debit card/Net Banking) or offline (SBI Challan).
  • Note that you must pay an additional charge of Rs. 50 if you opt for offline payment as a bank commission.
CATEGORY NTA CUET Application Form Fees for 2026
Up to 3 subjects For every additional subject
General (UR) ₹ 1000 ₹ 400 (for each)
(OBC)-(NCL) / EWS ₹ 900 ₹ 375 (for each)
SC/ST/PwBD/Third Gender ₹ 800 ₹ 350 (for each)
Centres outside India ₹ 4500 ₹ 1800 (for each)

Note: In case of any changes, they will be updated here once officially released. 

Must-know details for CUET Registration 2026

  • The CUET 2026 exam will be conducted by the National Testing Agency in 2-3 shifts based on the number of students who complete the CUET online registration process.
  • The registration process will be completely online.
  • The exams in these shifts will be conducted individually and are not linked to one another.
  • You must visit your designated CUET exam centre to attempt all your selected offline subject tests.
  • You can select the subjects you wish to appear for in the CUET application form, based on which your final CUET registration fees will be calculated.
  • NTA authorities will decide the schedule for your exam. 
  • The NTA will share the CUET admit card 10-15 days before the exam.
  • Each exam shift will begin at a specified time. The reporting time for each shift will also remain consistent, irrespective of which date or region you're appearing for CUET 2026.

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Check: CUET Btech Colleges List 2026

Mistakes to Avoid during CUET Application Form Filling 2026 

The following are some of the common mistakes to avoid while filling out the CUET admission form: 

  • Filling out the exam pattern incorrectly: It is essential to visit the official website of the desired college. Check the CUET exam pattern for the course and fill out the form correctly.
  • Not satisfying the college-specific eligibility requirements: While filling out the CUET Registration Form, note that each course and college will have different eligibility requirements. Ensure you meet these to avoid rejection of your candidature. 
  • Filling the name incorrectly: Make sure to fill in your name and your parent's name as per your class 10 or equivalent certificate in the CUET application form.
  • Provide a functional e-mail address and mobile number: Give a valid email and contact number, as further communication regarding the exam will be done only through the registered mobile number and mail ID.
  • Mention the correct category: If you belong to the SC, ST, or PWD category. You can claim the reservation benefit by filling in the correct category to which you belong. 

Check: CUET Courses 2026

Reasons for CUET Registration Form Rejection 2026

Following are some of the reasons for the rejection of your NTA CUET UG 2026 registration form:

  • In case the face or signature in the photograph is unclear.
  • If you did not meet the eligibility criteria prescribed by the examination authority.
  • If you enter false details in the CUET registration process.

How To Check the Status of NTA CUET Application Form 2026?

After successfully submitting the application form for CUET UG 2026 exam, the National Testing Agency provides an option to check the status of your CUET UG application form 2026 online.

  • Visit the official website cuet.nta.nic.in
  • Click on the 'Registered Candidate Login' tab
  • Enter your login credentials: Application number and Password
  • You will now see your CUET 2026 application status

Note: If you have filled out the CUET application form 2026 but didn’t pay the complete fee, you cannot check the application status, as your candidature will not be accepted.

CUET 2026 Application Password Retrieve and Reset Process

You may forget your password after registering on the CUET online portal. To resolve such issues, you can use the retrieving options provided by the NTA for CUET 2026 application form login.

Follow the steps mentioned below to retrieve or reset your password for the NTA CUET application form login:

Steps Action
Step 1 Visit the NTA's official website cuetug.ntaonline.in.
Step 2 Click on the LOGIN option on the home page.
Step 3 A screen will appear to enter your password and application number.
Step 4 Click the 'Forgot Your Password' option below the CUET 2026 login tab.
Step 5 Two different password reset options will be provided: Retrieve via security question and retrieve via link sent to email.
Step 6 Choose any of the suitable options. 
Step 7  Enter the required details and click on the 'Submit' button
Step 8 Once done, your password is reset. You will get a confirmation message. 

NTA CUET Application Form 2026 Correction Window

  • For a limited period, you can edit limited fields in your CUET online registration form 2026 by logging in to the official website.
  • After completing the payment, you could also add courses of your choice by paying an extra fee. However, you should not exceed three courses.
  • The fee will be changed if there is a change of category during the CUET correction window.

The editable fields in the NTA CUET Registration form are- 

Fields You Can Edit Details
Any one of the following Candidate Name, Father Name, Mother Name, Photograph, Signature, Date of birth, Gender, Category, PwBD
All the fields Class 10 & Class 12 details, Exam centre, city selection (all four preferences), Medium of question paper, Subject/Test Paper Code, University and Programme selection

You cannot edit the following details in your CUET application form: 

  • Mobile number
  • Email address
  • Permanent and correspondence address

For any queries/ clarifications, candidates can also email/call at the NTA Helpdesk:

Query Type Contact Details
Email ID cuet-ug@nta.ac.in
Contact Number 011-40759000 / 011-69227700

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What After the NTA CUET Application Form filled up 2026?

After successfully paying the application fee for the CUET exam, the system will display the following options.

  • View your NTA CUET registration form
  • Check your payment status

Download the soft copy for future reference. Once the CUET 2026 registration process is over, NTA will release: 

  • CUET City Intimation Slip
  • CUET Admit Card

CUET Registration Statistics [2023 & 2024]

  • The CUET exam in 2026 is the 5th exam cycle, which is why the exam registration numbers best explain its reality.
  • This is a more crucial metric for CUET since the numbers have grown exponentially. 
  • One major reason for the exam's popularity is that it gives students access to over 280 of India's best universities. 

The registration statistics for the application form for CUET over the years are given below: 

Universities CUET Registrations(2024) CUET Registrations(2023)
University of Delhi 25,96,106 28 lakh applications 
Banaras Hindu University 8,41,457 8.8 lakh for 23 UG programs
Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University 5,12,588 4.1 lakh
University of Allahabad 4,81,329 3.1 lakh
Jamia Millia Islamia 2,63,587 2.6 lakh

CUET Subject Selection Trends [2023 & 2024]

The statistics for top CUET Subjects opted over the years in the CUET application form are as follows- 

Subject No. of Students in 2024  No. of Students in 2023
English Language 10,07,336 7,19,878
General Test 8,34,207 6,71,574
Chemistry 7,01,750 5,04,496
Physics 6,72,773 4,82,239
Mathematics 4,86,365 3,79,027
Hindi 2,07,839 2,01,439
Economics 2,13,996 1,86,855
Accountancy 1,80,795  1,55,347
Business Studies 1,93,252 1,68,052

Key Takeaways

The CUET application form 2026 is one of the crucial things you must fill out carefully. To avoid elimination, you must complete the form correctly; any incorrect information may result in your disqualification, as it is an essential part of the CUET 2026 registration process.

  • Double-check all information before submitting the CUET registration form.
  • Check the specific CUET eligibility criteria, including educational qualifications and age restrictions.
  • Check the requirements of scanned copies and the acceptable formats.
  • Check the fee structure and payment options available carefully. 

Frequently Asked Questions

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Paakhi Jain

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Paakhi Jain is a Content Associate at Toprankers with over 2.5 years of experience in content and copywriting. She holds a BA (H) in English from Miranda House and an MBA in HR & International Business. A travel enthusiast at heart, she also enjoys reading and playing badminton in her free time.... more