CUET Application Form 2027: Dates & Registration Steps

The CUET UG 2027 application form has not been released yet. Going by the 2026 cycle, when NTA opened registration on 3 January, expect the form in January 2027 on cuet.nta.nic.in. You can pick up to five subjects, and at 2026 rates, the fee starts at Rs 1,000 for three subjects (General category).

This guide is for Class 12 students, droppers and parents planning for 2027 admissions. You'll learn the expected dates, the exact photo and signature sizes, how to choose subjects before you open the form, and what to do if something goes wrong.

CUET Application Form 2027: Key Highlights

Here are the major highlights for the CUET 2027 application form

Detail	What you need to know
Conducting body	National Testing Agency (NTA)
Official website	cuet.nta.nic.in
Expected form release	January 2027 (2026 form opened on 3 January 2026)
Mode of application	Online only
Subjects you can choose	Up to 5 from 37 (13 languages, 23 domain subjects, General Aptitude Test)
Application fee (2026 rates)	Rs 1,000 General Rs 900 OBC-NCL/EWS Rs 800 SC/ST/PwD/PwBD/Third gender, for up to 3 subjects
Payment modes	Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, UPI
Exam cities you can pick	Up to 4, within the state of your present or permanent address
Age limit	None for CUET; universities may set their own
Exam mode	Computer-based test (CBT), 50 questions, 60 minutes per paper
Helpdesk	cuet-ug@nta.ac.in · 011-40759000 / 011-69227700

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What is the CUET application form?

The CUET application form is the single online form NTA uses to register you for the Common University Entrance Test (UG). Through one form, you choose your test subjects, exam cities and the universities or programmes you're interested in. Your CUET score then becomes your entry ticket to 48 Central Universities and many state, deemed and private universities.

One point students often miss: NTA only conducts the test. Each university prepares its own merit list and runs its own admissions, such as Delhi University's CSAS portal.

How to Fill the CUET Application Form 2027: Step-by-Step

The steps below follow the 2026 process. Set aside about 45–60 minutes with all documents ready. You can complete the stages in one sitting or across separate logins.

1. Read the Information Bulletin and your university's prospectus. NTA disqualifies candidates who don't follow its instructions.

2. Register on cuet.nta.nic.in. Enter basic details, your mobile and email, then create a password and choose a security question. Note the system-generated Application Number.

3. Verify your identity and capture your live photo. Use Aadhaar or DigiLocker; if you use another method, upload ID proof.

4. Complete personal details. Name, parents' names, gender, date of birth, category, PwD/PwBD status, nationality and both addresses.

5. Add educational details. Class 10 and Class 12 board, roll number, year and result status.

6. Choose subjects and medium. Pick up to five subjects and the question-paper medium (13 options). The medium cannot be changed later.

7. Select universities and programmes you are interested in.

8. Pick up to four exam cities in order of preference, within the state of your present or permanent address.

9. Upload your photograph, signature and certificates in the formats above.

10. Pay the fee online and wait for the success message.

11. Download and print the Confirmation Page. It is generated only after successful payment and is your proof of registration.

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Your password must be 8 to 13 characters, with at least one uppercase letter, one lowercase letter, one number and one special character from !@#$%^&*-. Write it down with your Application Number; you'll need both until results.

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CUET 2027 Registration Dates

If you're appearing for the CUET UG exam in 2027, keeping up to date with the CUET exam registration process is essential. The CUET 2027 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 2027- Online

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

Event	CUET UG 2026 (official/reported)	CUET UG 2027 (expected)
Application form opens	3 January 2026	First week of January 2027
Last date to apply	30 January 2026 (11:50 PM), later extended (reported)	Late January 2027
Last date for fee payment	31 January 2026 (11:50 PM)	A day after the form closes
Correction window	2–4 February 2026 in bulletin; held 9–11 February (reported)	February 2027
City intimation slip	Late April 2026 (reported)	April 2027
Exam dates	11 May 2026 onwards; re-test 6–7 June for one affected shift	May 2027
Result	Declared 23 June 2026	June 2027

CUET Application Fee 2027 and Payment Modes

NTA will confirm 2027 fees in the new bulletin. The 2026 fee was unchanged from the previous year, so these figures are a reliable planning guide.

Category	Up to 3 subjects	Each additional subject
General (UR)	Rs 1,000	Rs 400
OBC-NCL / EWS	Rs 900	Rs 375
SC / ST / PwD / PwBD / Third gender	Rs 800	Rs 350
Centres outside India	Rs 4,500	Rs 1,800

Source: CUET (UG) 2026 Information Bulletin, page 6. Full breakdown on our CUET fee structure page.

What to know before you pay:

• Online only. Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card or UPI. There is no offline or challan option.
• Gateway charges may apply. Banks add processing fees and GST on some modes. UPI was free at all four gateways listed in 2026 (HDFC, SBI, Canara, ICICI), so it is usually the cheapest choice.
• No refunds. NTA does not refund a fee once paid, so finalise your subjects first.

What if your payment fails or the Confirmation Page doesn't appear?

This is the most common last-day panic, and it is fixable:

1. Do not pay again immediately. Check your bank statement for a debit.
2. Contact the bank or payment gateway helpline listed in the bulletin with the bank name, date and time, transaction number, bank reference number and a screenshot.
3. If it is still unresolved, email cuet-ug@nta.ac.in or call 011-40759000.
4. If the payment still doesn't reflect, you may pay again. NTA refunds duplicate payments to the same account after reconciliation.

Who Can Fill the CUET UG 2027 Application Form?

You can apply if you have passed Class 12 or an equivalent exam, or are appearing for it in 2027. There is no age limit for CUET itself.

The bulletin accepts a wide range of qualifying exams, including:

• Class 12 from any recognised Central or State Board (CBSE, CISCE, state boards)
• NIOS Senior Secondary with at least five subjects
• A three-year diploma recognised by AICTE or a State Board of Technical Education
• GCE A-level, IB Diploma or Cambridge equivalents
• Any foreign Class 12 recognised as equivalent by AIU or UGC

Eligibility for CUET is not the same as eligibility for a programme. Each university sets its own minimum marks, subject rules and age criteria. Check the CUET eligibility criteria and your target university's prospectus before you pay.

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Decide Your CUET Subjects Before You Open the Application Form

The CUET subject list is the one choice that decides which programmes you can apply to. A typo can often be fixed in the correction window; a subject you never chose cannot be added once that window closes.

Use this four-step framework:

1. List 4–6 target programmes (for example, BA Economics at DU, B.Com at BHU, BBA at JMI).
2. Open each university's CUET subject mapping in its admission bulletin. Note the required language, domain subjects and whether the General Aptitude Test is needed. For DU, start with the DU CUET subject combination guide.
3. Find the overlap. Choose the smallest set of subjects that keeps all your targets open. You can take up to five, regardless of what you studied in Class 12.
4. Check your preparation reality. A fifth subject only helps if you can prepare it to the same standard as the rest.

Category	3 subjects	4 subjects	5 subjects
General (UR)	Rs 1,000	Rs 1,400	Rs 1,800
OBC-NCL / EWS	Rs 900	Rs 1,275	Rs 1,650
SC / ST / PwD / PwBD / Third gender	Rs 800	Rs 1,150	Rs 1,500
Centres outside India	Rs 4,500	Rs 6,300	Rs 8,100

Calculated from the 2026 bulletin: base fee for up to 3 subjects plus the per-subject charge for each extra one. Gateway charges are extra.

Documents Required for the CUET Application Form 2027

Keep these ready before you start. Specifications below are from the 2026 bulletin and usually carry over.

Item	Format	Size	Notes
Recent passport-size photograph	JPG/JPEG	10–200 KB	Colour, white background, 80% face visible including ears, no mask
Live photograph	Captured in the form	—	Via webcam, or scan the QR code with a phone; light background, good lighting
Signature	JPG/JPEG	10–50 KB	Clearly legible
Disability / UDID certificate (PwD/PwBD only)	PDF	50–300 KB	UDID details are verified on the UDID portal
Identity proof (only if not verifying via Aadhaar or DigiLocker)	JPG/JPEG	10–200 KB	Clearly legible

Also keep handy:

• Your own mobile number and email ID (one of each per application; a parent's is fine if you can access it)
• Class 10 certificate, so your name and date of birth match your records
• Class 12 board, roll number and school details (if you have them)
• Category details: OBC must be in the central NCBC list to claim OBC-NCL
• Aadhaar updated with your current photo, name and date of birth
• A working payment method: UPI, Net Banking, Debit or Credit Card

Photo check that saves a re-upload: ears visible, no cap or mask, no filters, taken in the last few months. The same photo must be pasted on the attendance sheet on exam day, so print a few extra copies.

Mistakes to Avoid During CUET 2027 Registration 

CUET Form Correction Window: What You Can and Cannot Change

NTA opens a short correction window after registration closes, usually in February. In 2026, it ran for three days. Use it to fix errors, not to rethink your whole application.

Usually editable (as permitted in the notice)	Not editable
Subjects (add or change, within the five-subject limit)	Registered mobile number
Exam city preferences	Registered email ID
Class 10 and 12 details	Present and permanent address
Category, PwD/PwBD status, some personal details	Emergency contact details
University and programme selection	Question-paper medium (bulletin: cannot be changed later)

A few rules to remember:

• If an edit raises your fee (extra subject, category change), you pay the difference online.
• The 2026 correction notice reportedly did not allow photograph changes, so get the photo right the first time.
• NTA does not accept corrections by email, post, WhatsApp or in person.
• After the window closes, your details are final.

The exact editable list changes each year slightly. We'll publish the 2027 list on our CUET correction window page as soon as NTA's notice is out.

Common Mistakes to Avoid While Filling CUET 2027 Registration Form 

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. 

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Reasons Why CUET 2027 Application Form Can Get Rejected

The following are some of the reasons for the rejection of your NTA CUET UG 2027 registration form:

• If the face or signature in the photograph is unclear.
• Not meeting eligibility criteria for the chosen course/university
• Incorrect or false information entered in the application form

How to Check Your CUET Application Status and Reset Your Password?

1. Go to cuet.nta.nic.in and open the candidate login link for the current year.
2. Log in with your Application Number and password.
3. Your dashboard shows form status, payment status and a download link for the Confirmation Page.

Your application is confirmed only after the fee is received. If you can't see the Confirmation Page, check your payment first.

Forgot your password? Use the "Forgot Password" option on the login page. There are three ways to reset it: your security question, a verification code sent by SMS to your registered mobile, or a reset link sent to your registered email.

CUET 2027 Application Password Retrieval and Reset Process

You may forget your password after registering on the CUET online portal. To resolve such issues, you can use the retrieval options provided by the NTA for CUET 2027 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 2027 login tab.
Step 5	You will see two password reset options: retrieve via a security question or via a link sent to your 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.

What Happens After You Submit the CUET 2027 Application Form?

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 and save the confirmation page and submitted application PDF. Later, NTA will release the city intimation slip and admit card on the official portal.

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Conclusion

The CUET application form 2027 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 2027 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 for scanned copies and the acceptable formats.
• Check the fee structure and payment options available carefully. 

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