The agency has released detailed instructions regarding reporting time, dress code, permissible items and mandatory documents to ensure smooth conduct of the examination.
Candidates are advised to carefully follow all instructions mentioned in the CUET UG 2026 admit card and reach the examination centre well before the reporting time.
CUET UG 2026 Exam Schedule
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Examination Name | CUET UG 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam Dates | May 11 to May 31, 2026 |
| Mode of Exam | Computer-Based Test |
| Courses Covered | Undergraduate Admissions |
| Subjects Offered | 37 Subjects |
CUET UG 2026 Reporting Time
According to the advisory issued by NTA, candidates should report to their allotted examination centres at least two hours before the commencement of the exam.
Candidates must note that:
- Entry gates will close 30 minutes before the examination begins.
- No candidate will be allowed to enter the examination hall after gate closure.
- Students should carefully verify their shift timing and reporting schedule mentioned on the admit card.
Candidates will be allotted seats according to their roll numbers and are required to sit only in their designated seats during the examination.
CUET UG 2026 Dress Code Guidelines
NTA has advised candidates to wear simple and comfortable clothing while appearing for the examination. The following dress-related guidelines have been issued:
- Light clothes are preferred.
- Candidates wearing woollen clothes should report early for proper frisking.
- Normal shoes, slippers and low-heel footwear are allowed.
- Candidates wearing religious attire or articles of faith should arrive early to facilitate security checks.
- Religious threads such as “Kalava” are permitted.
Permissible Items Allowed Inside Exam Centre
Candidates are allowed to carry the following items inside the examination centre:
- Transparent water bottle
- Printed copy of CUET UG 2026 admit card
- Two passport-size photographs
- Valid government-issued photo identity proof
- Religious articles or objects of faith (subject to frisking)
Mandatory Documents Required
Candidates must carry the following documents to the exam centre:
1. Hard copy of CUET UG 2026 Admit Card
2. Passport-size photographs
3. Government-approved identity proof such as:
o Aadhaar Card
o PAN Card
o Passport
o Voter ID
o Driving Licence
Failure to produce valid documents may result in denial of entry to the examination hall.
CUET UG 2026 Admission Process
The CUET UG examination is being conducted for admissions to undergraduate programmes offered by Central Universities and participating institutions. Final admission will depend on:
- Eligibility criteria of universities
- CUET UG merit rank
- Document verification
- Seat availability
- University-specific admission rules
Candidates are advised to regularly visit the official CUET portal for further updates regarding answer keys, response sheets and results.