✅ Admit Card OUT! CUET UG 2026 Admit Card released on 5 May 2026. |
Exam: 11 May – 31 May 2026 |
City Slip: Released 29 April 2026 |
Download at: cuet.nta.nic.in
The CUET UG Admit Card 2026 is officially out! The National Testing Agency (NTA) released the CUET UG 2026 Hall Ticket on 5 May 2026 at its official portal cuet.nta.nic.in. Candidates can also use the direct admit card service link at examinationservices.nic.in.
The CUET UG 2026 exam is scheduled to run from 11 May to 31 May 2026 in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode across 300+ cities in India and 15 cities abroad — making it one of the largest university entrance tests in the country. The City Intimation Slip was released on 29 April 2026, giving candidates advance notice of their exam city. The final Admit Card — released on May 5, 2026 — contains full centre address, reporting time, subject-wise schedule, and is mandatory for exam hall entry.
CUET UG is the gateway to undergraduate admissions in all Central Universities (including Delhi University, BHU, JNU), and 200+ participating State, Deemed, and Private universities. Here is the complete guide on how to download your CUET UG Hall Ticket 2026, what to carry, and everything else you need to know for exam day.
📊 CUET UG Admit Card 2026 – Overview
| Exam Name | Common University Entrance Test – Undergraduate (CUET UG) 2026 |
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Admit Card Status | ✅ Released — 5 May 2026 |
| City Intimation Slip | ✅ Released — 29 April 2026 |
| CBT Exam Dates | 11 May – 31 May 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) – Online |
| Exam Duration | 60 Minutes per paper |
| Total Questions / Marks per Paper | 50 Questions / 250 Marks |
| Exam Cities | 300+ cities in India + 15 cities abroad |
| Login Credentials Required | Application Number + Password / Date of Birth |
| Official Website | cuet.nta.nic.in |
| Direct Admit Card Link | Download Hall Ticket |
📋 CUET UG City Slip vs Admit Card 2026 – Key Difference
⚠️ Important: Many candidates confuse the City Slip with the Admit Card. These are TWO different documents. You CANNOT enter the exam hall with just the City Slip — only the final Admit Card is valid for entry.
| Feature | City Intimation Slip | Final Admit Card |
| Released On | 29 April 2026 ✅ | 5 May 2026 ✅ (Out Now) |
| Contains | Exam city, exam date, shift timing | Full centre address, reporting time, gate closing time, subject schedule, photo & signature |
| Download Link | City Slip Link | Admit Card Link |
| Use | Travel & accommodation planning | Entry to exam hall — MANDATORY |
| Valid for Exam Entry? | ❌ No | ✅ Yes (must carry printed copy) |
📅 CUET UG 2026 – Important Dates & Exam Schedule
| Event | Date |
| CUET UG 2026 Notification Released | 3 January 2026 |
| Application Start Date | January 2026 |
| Application Last Date (Extended) | 23–26 February 2026 |
| City Intimation Slip Released | ✅ 29 April 2026 |
| CUET UG Admit Card Released | ✅ 5 May 2026 |
| CBT Exam Start Date | 11 May 2026 |
| CBT Exam End Date | 31 May 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key Release | After exam completion (cuet.nta.nic.in) |
| Answer Key Challenge Window | After provisional key release |
| Final Answer Key & Result | To be announced by NTA |
| CUET UG 2026 Score / NTA Score | Valid for 2026–27 admissions only |
| University-wise Counselling | Separately by each participating university |
📆 CUET UG 2026 – Exam Phase Schedule (Tentative)
Phase 1
11 May – 15 May 2026
Admit Card: Released 5 May 2026
Phase 2
16 May – 20 May 2026
Admit Card: Released in phases
Phase 3
21 May – 25 May 2026
Admit Card: Released in phases
Phase 4
26 May – 31 May 2026
Admit Card: Released in phases
Note: NTA releases admit cards in phases — 2–3 days before each candidate’s exam date. Check your City Slip for your assigned exam date and check cuet.nta.nic.in for your specific admit card.
⬇️ How to Download CUET UG Admit Card 2026 – Step by Step
- Go to the official CUET UG website: cuet.nta.nic.in OR use the Direct Admit Card Download Link (faster option).
- Click on the “Admit Card / Hall Ticket Download” link for CUET (UG) 2026.
- Enter your Application Number and Password (or Date of Birth if password is forgotten). Enter the captcha code.
- Click Submit / Login. Your CUET UG 2026 Admit Card will open as a PDF on screen.
- Verify all details — name, application number, roll number, exam date, shift, subject schedule, exam centre, and photograph. Report any discrepancy to NTA immediately.
- Download the PDF and save it to your device (phone/laptop). Take a screenshot as backup.
- Print at least 2 copies on A4 paper in black-and-white or colour. Carry one copy on exam day. Keep one as backup. Do not fold, crease, or tamper.
💡 Two Download Links Active: NTA has activated two download links for the CUET UG 2026 admit card. If one link is slow or not loading, use the alternative link on cuet.nta.nic.in. Both are official.
🔑 Forgot Password or Application Number? On the login page, use “Forgot Password” to reset it via your registered mobile number or email OTP. To retrieve your Application Number, check your original registration confirmation email from NTA or your registered email inbox.
📄 Details Mentioned on CUET UG Admit Card 2026
| Detail | Description |
| Candidate’s Full Name | As per CUET UG 2026 application form |
| Application Number / Roll Number | Unique identifier for the exam |
| Exam Date(s) & Shift | Subject-wise schedule with morning/afternoon shift |
| Reporting Time | Usually 1–1.5 hours before exam start time |
| Gate Closing Time | No entry allowed after gate closing — arrive early |
| Exam Centre Full Address | Complete address of your allotted centre |
| Exam City | City where your exam is scheduled |
| Subject(s) Opted | All subjects you have registered for |
| Category | General / OBC / SC / ST / EWS / PwBD |
| Photograph | Your uploaded application photo |
| Signature | Your uploaded signature |
| Exam Day Instructions | Rules on dress code, prohibited items, and ID proof requirements |
📁 Documents to Carry on CUET UG Exam Day 2026
| Document | Details |
| CUET UG Admit Card 2026 (Printed) | ✅ Mandatory — printed hard copy only. No entry without it. |
| Valid Original Photo ID | Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, PAN Card, Driving Licence, or Passport (original — NOT photocopy) |
| Passport Size Photograph | Same photo as uploaded in application form |
| CUET 2026 Declaration Form | Required ONLY for candidates who did NOT use Aadhaar during registration |
| PwBD Certificate (if applicable) | Required for candidates availing scribe / extra time facility |
🚫 Items NOT Allowed in CUET Exam Hall: Mobile phones, smart watches, earphones, Bluetooth devices, calculators, written notes, wallets, bags, food items, or any electronic gadget. All such items must be kept outside or deposited before entry. Violation can lead to disqualification.
👗 Dress Code: No full-sleeve clothing, caps, jackets, or heavy jewellery. Light clothing recommended. Avoid metallic accessories. Follow the specific dress code instructions printed on your admit card.
📝 CUET UG 2026 – Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Feature | Details |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) – Online MCQ |
| Total Sections | 3 Sections (Language / Domain / General Aptitude) |
| Maximum Subjects | Up to 5 subjects total |
| Questions per Paper | 50 MCQs (all compulsory) |
| Marks per Paper | 250 marks (50 × 5) |
| Duration per Paper | 60 Minutes (PwBD: +20 min compensatory time) |
| Correct Answer | +5 marks |
| Wrong Answer (Negative Marking) | –1 mark |
| Unattempted Question | 0 marks |
| Exam Language | English, Hindi + 11 regional languages incl. Assamese |
📚 CUET UG 2026 – Section-wise Details
Section I
Language Test
13 languages incl. Assamese, Hindi, English, Bengali, Tamil, Telugu, Odia, Gujarati etc. Up to 2 languages allowed.
Section II
Domain Subjects
27 domain-specific subjects (Physics, Chemistry, Maths, Biology, History, Geography, Economics, etc.). Choose subjects per university requirements.
Section III
General Aptitude Test
GK, Current Affairs, Mental Ability, Numerical Ability, Quantitative Reasoning, Logical Reasoning. Optional — check your university requirement.
| Section | No. of Subjects Available | Can Choose | Questions per Paper | Marks per Paper |
| Section I – Language | 13 languages | Up to 2 | 50 | 250 |
| Section II – Domain | 27 subjects | Up to 3–4 (per uni requirement) | 50 | 250 |
| Section III – General Test | 1 paper | Optional (1 if needed) | 50 | 250 |
| Overall Maximum | — | Max 5 subjects | — | 250 per subject |
🏛️ Top Universities Accepting CUET UG 2026 Scores
| University | Type | Location |
| Delhi University (DU) | Central University | New Delhi |
| Banaras Hindu University (BHU) | Central University | Varanasi, UP |
| Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) | Central University | New Delhi |
| University of Hyderabad (UoH) | Central University | Hyderabad, Telangana |
| Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) | Central University | Aligarh, UP |
| Calcutta University | State University | Kolkata, West Bengal |
| Tezpur University | Central University | Tezpur, Assam |
| Cotton University | State University | Guwahati, Assam |
| Gauhati University | State University | Guwahati, Assam |
| 200+ Other Universities | State / Deemed / Private | Pan India |
📌 Note for Assam Students: Candidates from Assam can appear for the Assamese language paper in Section I. Universities like Tezpur University, Cotton University, and Gauhati University accept CUET UG scores. Check individual university brochures for subject requirements and cutoffs.
✅ CUET UG 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Details |
| Educational Qualification | Class 12 (10+2) passed or appearing from a recognised Board |
| Minimum Marks | No universal minimum — individual universities set their own criteria |
| Age Limit | No age limit prescribed by NTA (universities may set their own) |
| Nationality | Indian citizens (OCI/NRI also eligible per NTA guidelines) |
| Number of Attempts | No limit — candidates can appear every year as long as eligibility is met |
| Subject Flexibility | Can choose domain subjects not necessarily studied in Class 12 (check university eligibility) |
| Score Validity | NTA Score valid only for 2026–27 academic year admissions |
🔗 Important Links – CUET UG Admit Card 2026
⬇️ Download Admit Card (Active Now)
🏙️ Check Exam City Slip
🌐 Official CUET Website
❓ Frequently Asked Questions – CUET UG Admit Card 2026
Q1. Is CUET UG Admit Card 2026 released?
Yes! The CUET UG 2026 Admit Card was released on May 5, 2026 on cuet.nta.nic.in. Candidates can download their hall ticket using their Application Number and Password or Date of Birth. The City Intimation Slip was released earlier on April 29, 2026 — note that the City Slip is NOT the Admit Card.
Q2. How to download CUET UG Admit Card 2026?
Q3. What is the CUET UG 2026 exam date?
CUET UG 2026 exam is scheduled from 11 May to 31 May 2026 across 300+ cities in India and 15 cities abroad. Individual exam dates are assigned phase-wise and are mentioned on your City Slip and Admit Card.
Q4. What is the difference between CUET City Slip and Admit Card?
The City Slip (released April 29) only tells you the exam city, date, and shift — useful for travel planning. The Admit Card (released May 5) contains the full centre address, reporting time, gate closing time, and is the ONLY document valid for exam entry. You CANNOT enter with just the City Slip.
Q5. What is the CUET UG 2026 marking scheme?
CUET UG 2026 marking scheme: +5 marks for each correct answer, –1 mark (negative marking) for each wrong answer, and 0 marks for unattempted questions. Each paper has 50 questions for a maximum of 250 marks. Duration is 60 minutes per paper.
Q6. Can I check the CUET UG 2026 exam city without admit card login?
Yes. The
City Intimation Slip was released on April 29, 2026 separately. Use the
City Slip download link to check your exam city details even before downloading the full admit card.
Q7. My exam centre is far from my city. Can I change it?
For CUET UG 2026, exam centres are allotted based on Aadhaar address. Many candidates have reported being allotted centres far from their preferred cities — this is a known issue flagged to NTA. Once allotted, centre changes are generally not allowed unless NTA issues a specific correction window. Monitor cuet.nta.nic.in for official updates.
Q8. Do I need the CUET Declaration Form?
The CUET 2026 Declaration Form is required ONLY for candidates who did NOT use Aadhaar during CUET UG 2026 registration. If you registered using a different ID proof, you must carry this form along with your admit card. Check your admit card instructions for confirmation.
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