CUET UG 2027: Application Dates, Subjects and University List

CUET UG 2027 is the National Testing Agency's (NTA) common entrance test for undergraduate admissions to participating universities and institutions. As of 14 November 2026, the 2027 information bulletin is not confirmed on the official site, so the dates below are tentative projections based on the 2026 cycle. If the 2026 pattern repeats, registration would open in early January 2027 and the exam would run from mid-May to early June, but treat every date as provisional until NTA publishes it on cuet.nta.nic.in.

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CUET UG 2027 key dates at a glance

The table compares confirmed 2026 dates with tentative 2027 projections. Only the 2026 column is confirmed.

Status check: One source said the 2027 notification was released on 13 October 2026, but a later report said NTA had not released the bulletin as of 9 November 2026. We could not confirm either claim on the official site, so do not act on any 2027 date until you see it on NTA's portal.

Why the 2026 timeline moved

The 2026 schedule changed several times, which is a useful warning for 2027:

• The registration deadline was extended, and fee payment ran until 7 February 2026.
• A reopened window ran from 23 to 26 February 2026, without a correction facility.
• The 28 May paper was postponed for Bakrid and moved to 31 May, 6 June and 7 June.
• A technical glitch on 30 May delayed the start of Shift 1. About 3,765 candidates who left their centres were given a one-time chance to reappear, and the cause was reported as a server failure at technology partner TCS iON.

CUET UG 2027 application window and fees

In 2026, registration opened on 3 January 2026 at cuet.nta.nic.in. The fee depends on your category and the number of subjects you choose, so decide your subjects before you pay.

The 2027 fee has not been announced. If it stays the same, a General (UR) candidate choosing five subjects would pay ₹1,800 (₹1,000 plus two additional subjects at ₹400 each). Treat this as an estimate until the bulletin is published.

If the 2026 pattern repeats, registration would close in late January or early February 2027, and fee payment about three days later. The 2026 correction window was only three days long, so check your form carefully before you submit it.

CUET UG 2027 eligibility criteria

• 2026 rule: Candidates had to have passed or be appearing in Class 12 or an equivalent exam in 2026.
• Age: NTA does not prescribe an upper or lower age limit for CUET UG, but individual universities may set their own rules.
• 2027 rule: Not yet published. Until NTA confirms otherwise, assume it will match 2026.
• Minimum marks: Online sources give conflicting figures, and some say NTA sets no minimum while universities do. We have not published a number, so check the official bulletin and each university's admission rules.

CUET UG 2027 exam pattern and marking scheme

CUET UG is a computer-based test (CBT) with multiple-choice questions. The 2026 pattern, which we expect to carry into 2027 until NTA says otherwise, works like this:

• Questions: 50 per subject, all compulsory. Optional questions were removed in the 2026 cycle.
• Time: 60 minutes per subject.
• Marking: +5 for each correct answer, -1 for each wrong answer, and 0 for unanswered questions.
• Sections: Language, domain subject and the General Aptitude Test (GAT).

Negative marking rewards careful answering. A wrong answer costs 1 mark, so guess only when you can rule out at least one or two options.

Because the exam runs across several shifts, NTA calculates the final NTA Score using a normalisation process that considers performance across all shifts. The aim is to keep scores comparable between shifts, and the bulletin will confirm the details.

Changes under discussion: Reports suggest NTA may reduce questions to 35 to 40 per paper, move from five subjects to four, or hold a single-day exam. None of this is decided, so plan around the 2026 pattern.

CUET UG 2027 syllabus and subjects

CUET UG 2026 covers 37 subjects: 13 language subjects, 23 domain subjects and the General Aptitude Test. Candidates can choose up to five subjects. Sources differ on how many of these can come from the domain list, so confirm this in the 2027 bulletin.

The 13 languages are English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu and Urdu. The syllabus follows the NCERT Class 12 syllabus for each subject. The 2026 cycle cut the subject list from 63 to 37 and domain subjects from 29 to 23.

Discontinued subjects: Entrepreneurship, Teaching Aptitude, Fashion Studies, Tourism, Legal Studies and Engineering Graphics. Admissions for related programmes are based on the GAT score.

2027 syllabus: Expected around December 2026, but not yet published. Download the official PDF from the syllabus section of cuet.nta.nic.in once it is out.

Start with the course you want, then check which subjects it asks for. Our career library covers thousands of careers, and our guide to unique career options in India beyond engineering and medicine shows routes many students overlook. Arts students can also read our career options for arts students after 12th.

CUET UG 2027 university list

About 244 participating universities and institutions use CUET for at least some programmes, according to Prosyllabus, which checked the figure on 26 September 2026. Some websites quote 250 or more, so the official NTA list is the one to trust.

In 2026, 15,68,867 candidates registered and 11,64,098 appeared for the exam. Not every programme at each institution uses CUET, so check the admission page of each college for the courses it accepts.

CUET UG 2027 admit card: date and download steps

In 2026, NTA released the city intimation slip on 29 April and the date sheet and admit cards on 5 May 2026. If the same calendar applies, the city slip would come in late April 2027 and the admit card in early May 2027. These are projections only.

1. Go to cuet.nta.nic.in once the admit card is released.
2. Open the admit card link from the notices or news section.
3. Enter your application number and password.
4. Download the admit card and check your name, photo, subjects, exam date, shift and centre.
5. Print a copy and keep it in your exam kit.

Download your admit card at least one day before the exam, as advised. If any detail is wrong, report it to NTA through the channels listed on its site straight away.

CUET UG 2027 result date and how to check it

In 2026, NTA released the provisional answer key with recorded responses on 9 June, the final answer key on 21 June and the result on 23 June 2026. For 2027, the projection is a late June result, which remains tentative until NTA announces it.

To check the final answer key: visit cuet.nta.nic.in, open the news and events section and click the final answer key link.

To check your result: open the result link on the NTA portal on the day it is published and follow the login steps NTA specifies. Save a PDF and print a copy of your scorecard.

Your NTA score is the figure universities look at, but each university uses CUET scores in its own way. Check its admission criteria rather than assuming.

Official websites and direct links for CUET UG 2027

• Primary site: cuet.nta.nic.in, the official CUET portal run by NTA. We could not open it while preparing this guide, so verify every date there.
• Other domains: Some websites list exams.nta.ac.in/CUET-UG or misspelt addresses. Use only cuet.nta.nic.in, and be wary of any site that asks for payment outside the NTA portal.
• Secondary context: Careers360's 2026 final answer key article is useful background, but NTA's own notices have the final word.

What to do if you miss the CUET UG 2027 deadline

Missing the window is stressful, but it is rarely the end of the road. A practical plan looks like this:

1. Check for a reopened window. In 2026, NTA reopened registration from 23 to 26 February. Do not count on this happening in 2027, but keep checking the notices.
2. Know the late rules. Sources reported no late fee and no offline registration in 2026. Once the window closes, the sources we checked suggest waiting for the next cycle.
3. Look at other routes. Some universities have their own admission routes, so check the official website of each college you are interested in.
4. Use the time well. Revise the NCERT Class 12 syllabus for your subjects, solve timed mock papers and keep your documents ready for 2027.
5. Keep a backup plan. Explore what to do after 12th so you have options while you prepare.

Frequently Asked Questions

When will the CUET UG 2027 notification be released?

As of 14 November 2026, the sources we checked do not confirm an official 2027 bulletin, and reports conflict. In 2026 the bulletin came out on 3 January, so early January 2027 is a reasonable projection. Check cuet.nta.nic.in for the confirmed date and do not rely on third-party announcements alone.

What is the CUET UG 2027 application fee?

NTA has not announced the 2027 fee. The 2026 fee was ₹1,000 for General (UR) candidates choosing up to three subjects, ₹900 for OBC-NCL and EWS, and ₹800 for SC, ST, PwD and Third Gender. Each extra subject cost ₹400, ₹375 or ₹350 respectively. Until the bulletin is out, treat the 2026 figures as an estimate.

How many subjects can I choose in CUET UG?

Candidates can choose up to five subjects from the 37 on offer, which include 13 languages, 23 domain subjects and the General Aptitude Test. Sources differ on how many domain subjects are allowed, so check the bulletin. Choose subjects based on the courses and colleges you are targeting, not only on which subjects feel easy.

Is there negative marking in CUET UG?

Yes, under the 2026 pattern. Each correct answer earns +5 marks, each wrong answer loses 1 mark, and unanswered questions score zero. Because the 2027 bulletin is not yet published, confirm this scheme before you finalise your preparation strategy.

When is the CUET UG result, and how do I check it?

In 2026, the result was released on 23 June on the NTA portal, cuet.nta.nic.in. For 2027, a late June result is projected, but this is tentative. On result day, open the result link on the NTA website, follow the login steps it specifies and keep your application number handy.

What if I miss the CUET UG 2027 registration deadline?

The sources we checked reported no late fee and no offline registration for 2026. You will usually need to wait for the next cycle, though some universities have their own admission routes. Meanwhile, revise your Class 12 subjects, plan your career options and speak to a counsellor if you are unsure what to do next.

How many universities accept CUET UG scores?

Prosyllabus counted 244 participating universities and institutions, checked on 26 September 2026. Other sites quote 250 or more, so the official NTA list is the one to use. Not every programme at each institution uses CUET, so check the courses each college accepts before you apply.