CUET UG 2026 dates: Exam May 11-31, admit cards expected May 3-8, intimation slip details

CUET UG 2026 dates announced by NTA — exam window set for May 11–31, admit cards likely between May 3–8, and subject-wise datesheet expected in April. Key registration and correction-window dates included.

Edited by Deepak Rao

Updated April 2, 2026 3:34 AM

    CUET UG 2026 dates

    CUET UG 2026 dates are set: the National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct the exam from May 11 to May 31, 2026 in computer-based test (CBT) mode. You should note the timelines for datesheet, intimation slip and admit card so you don’t miss any updates.

    CUET UG 2026 dates: key timeline

    The application window for CUET UG 2026 opened on January 3, 2026 and closed on February 4, 2026 . A correction window was available from February 9–11, 2026 . These steps were mandatory to complete your registration.

    Event Date
    Registration start date January 3, 2026
    Registration end date February 4, 2026
    Correction window February 9–11, 2026
    CUET UG 2026 exam window May 11–31, 2026
    Expected datesheet release April 2026
    Expected city intimation slip April 2026
    Expected admit card window May 3–8, 2026

    CUET UG 2026 dates — datesheet, intimation slip and admit card

    NTA is expected to publish a subject-wise datesheet covering 37 subjects in April 2026. The detailed schedule will show which subject is on which date.

    After the datesheet, NTA typically issues the city intimation slip so you can see your allotted exam city. The intimation slip is expected in April and is usually released about 10 days before the exam for that subject.

    Admit cards are mandatory to enter the exam centre. NTA says admit cards will be released 3–4 days before a candidate’s specific exam date; this places the likely admit card window between May 3 and May 8, 2026 .

    Exam mode and basic requirements

    The exam will be held in CBT mode . To sit for CUET UG 2026 you must have completed the registration; you will need your admit card to enter the exam centre. The intimation slip alone does not permit entry.

    What NTA has not confirmed yet

    • Final subject-wise datesheet (expected in April) and daily slot details.
    • Exact number of slots, slot timings, exam duration, marking scheme, and language medium.
    • Centre addresses, fee details, reservation or normalization policy, and PwD instructions.

    Check official NTA CUET updates on the exam website for confirmations once the datesheet and intimation slips are published.

    FAQs

    When is CUET UG 2026 scheduled? A: May 11 to May 31, 2026 .
    When was registration open? A: January 3 to February 4, 2026 .
    When was the correction window? A: February 9–11, 2026 .
    When will the datesheet be released? A: Expected in April 2026 (subject-wise schedule for 37 subjects).
    When will admit cards be released? A: Expected 3–4 days before the candidate’s exam date; likely between May 3–8, 2026 .
    What is an intimation slip? A: A slip released around 10 days before the exam that shows your allotted exam city.
    What’s the difference between intimation slip and admit card? A: The intimation slip shows your exam city; the admit card contains the exam centre address, reporting time and instructions and is mandatory for entry.
    How is the exam conducted? A: CUET UG 2026 will be held in computer-based test (CBT) mode .

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