Common Entrance Test 2023 for admission to central universities: As per news, National Testing Agency (NTA) to conduct Common Entrance Test for Delhi University, Central Universities, and all 54 Central Universities from 2023. This move would be aimed to eliminate the admission on cut-off marks based on Class XII Board exams for colleges. The central government has set up a seven-member committee to recommend modalities for “high quality aptitude test” for admission in undergraduate courses in central universities.
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CUET UG 2027 Latest Update as on 26 Sep 2026
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CUET UG 2027, conducted by NTA for admissions to DU, CU, and 54 central universities, has not yet been officially notified; the 2026 cycle is just concluded, with registration for 2027 expected around November 2026.
As of 26 September 2026, no official notification for CUET UG 2027 has been released by the National Testing Agency (NTA). The 2026 cycle has been fully concluded — the exam was held from 11 May 2026, results and final answer keys were declared, and the toppers list has been published on nta.ac.in. NTA has also released its examination calendar up to March 2027, but CUET UG 2027 dates are not yet specified within it. Based on the previous-year pattern, the official notification is expected in October–November 2026, with registration likely opening by November–December 2026. Students aspiring for admissions to Delhi University, Central Universities, and all 54 participating central universities through CUET UG 2027 should monitor cuet.nta.nic.in regularly for the official notification. In the interim, candidates should focus on understanding the 2026 exam pattern and syllabus, which is expected to remain broadly similar unless NTA announces changes.
- CUET UG 2026 has been successfully conducted by NTA; results and final answer keys have been declared.
- NTA has published an examination calendar covering exams up to March 2027, though CUET UG 2027-specific dates are not yet listed.
- The official CUET UG portal remains cuet.nta.nic.in, which currently displays 2025 and 2026 cycle information.
- NTA declared the result and NTA Scores for CUET UG 2026, and toppers list has been published on nta.ac.in.
- Official notification for CUET UG 2027 expected: October–November 2026 (CUET UG 2026 notification released ~Jan 2026; 2025 was Nov 2024)
- Registration / application form expected to open: November–December 2026 (based on previous year pattern)
- Application correction window expected: January 2027 (tentative, based on prior cycles)
- Admit card release expected: April 2027 (CUET UG 2026 admit cards were released April–May 2026)
- Exam dates expected: May 2027 (CUET UG 2026 commenced 11 May 2026)
- Result declaration expected: June–July 2027 (CUET UG 2026 result declared June/July 2026)
Sources: NTA Official Website — CUET UG 2026 Updates · CUET UG Official Portal
Common Entrance Exam for Central Universities from 2023-22
According to Ministry of Education (MoE) sources, students seeking admission in undergraduate courses at central university will have to appear for the common aptitude test (comprising verbal and quantitative ability and logical reasoning), followed by subject-specific tests.
- 7 member committee for central universities for common entrance exams set up by UGC.
- Admission for 2023-22 for UG programmes in central universities based on the test.
- The exam will be computer-based (CBT)
- Format: Aptitude and subject-specific tests
- Aptitude: Verbal quantitative, login & Reasoning
- Aptitude test is mandatory for all aspirants.
- Aspirants will be able to choose the subjects(s) of their choice.
NTA to conduct Common Entrance Test for DU, CU, and all 54 Central Universities from 2023
The National testing agency will conduct single computer-based test (CBT). Th test will be mandatory for admission to all the central universities. This is going to be implemented from the 2023-22 session for the central universities.” Amit Khare, secretary, higher education, said.
List of 54 Central Universities for which this exam will be conducted
Major Changes This Year
No official changes have been announced for CUET UG 2027 yet; NTA has only published its exam calendar up to March 2027, and 2027 specifics remain unconfirmed.
No major change has been officially announced yet for CUET UG 2027. NTA has not released any notification regarding alterations to exam pattern, syllabus, eligibility criteria, number of subjects, marking scheme, or mode of examination for the 2027 cycle. Based on prior trends, CUET UG is expected to continue as a computer-based test (CBT) covering domain-specific subjects, general test, and languages. Any changes to the pattern — such as those seen between 2022 and 2023 cycles — will only be confirmed through the official NTA notification. Students should treat 2026 guidelines as a reference until official 2027 details are published.
- Central University of Andhra Pradesh
- Assam University
- Tezpur University
- Rajiv Gandhi University
- Central University of South Bihar
- Mahatma Gandhi Central University
- Nalanda University
- Dr.Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University
- Chhattisgarh Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya
- Delhi Indira Gandhi National Open University
- Jamia Millia Islamia
- Jawahar Lal Nehru University
- South Asian University
- University of Delhi
- Central University of Gujarat
- Central University of Haryana
- Central University of Himachal Pradesh
- Central University of Kashmir
- Central University of Jammu
- Central University of Jharkhand
- Central University of Karnataka
- Central University of Kerala
- Dr.Hari singh Gour Vishwavidyalaya
- The Indira Gandhi National Tribal University
- Maharashtra Mahatma Gandhi Antarrashtriya Hindi Vishwavidyalaya
- Manipur Central Agricultural University
- Manipur University
- National Sports University
- Mizoram University
- Meghalaya North Eastern Hill University
- Nagaland University
- Central University of Orissa
- Pondicherry University
- Central University of Punjab
- Central University of Rajasthan
- Sikkim University
- Central University of Tamil Nadu
- Indian Maritime University, Kolkata
- Indian Maritime University, Chennai
- Indian Maritime University, Visakhapatnam
- English and Foreign Languages University
- Maulana Azad National Urdu University
- University of Hyderabad
- Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University
- Aligarh Muslim University
- Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University
- Banaras Hindu University
- University of Allahabad
- Rajiv Gandhi National Aviation University
- Rani Lakshmi Bai Central Agricultural University
- Visva Bharati
- Tripura University
- Central Tribal University of Andhra Pradesh
- The National Sanskrit University
- The Central Sanskrit University
- Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri National Sanskrit University
Frequently Asked Questions
When will CUET UG 2027 notification be released?
No official date has been announced yet. Based on previous years' patterns, the notification is tentatively expected in October–November 2026. Monitor cuet.nta.nic.in for the official announcement.
When will CUET UG 2027 registration / application form open?
Registration has not been officially announced. Based on prior cycles, the application form is expected to open around November–December 2026. No confirmed date is available as of 26 Sep 2026.
What universities accept CUET UG 2027 scores?
CUET UG is the common entrance test for Delhi University, Central University, and all 54 central universities. Several state and private universities also participate. The official list will be published in the 2027 prospectus.
What is the expected exam date for CUET UG 2027?
No official date is confirmed. Based on the 2026 pattern (exam held from 11 May 2026), the exam is tentatively expected around May 2027. This is an estimate and may change.
Has NTA announced any syllabus or pattern changes for CUET UG 2027?
No. As of 26 September 2026, NTA has made no official announcement about syllabus or pattern changes for CUET UG 2027. The 2026 syllabus and pattern should be used as reference for now.
Where can I check the official CUET UG 2027 updates?
All official updates will be published on cuet.nta.nic.in and nta.ac.in. Students should regularly check these sites and avoid relying on unofficial sources.
Is CUET UG 2027 conducted online (CBT) or offline?
CUET UG has been conducted as a Computer-Based Test (CBT) in recent years including 2026. No change in mode has been officially announced for 2027, but confirmation will come with the official notification.
What is the status of CUET UG 2026 — is it fully over?
Yes. CUET UG 2026 has been fully concluded. The exam was held from 11 May 2026, and NTA has declared results, final answer keys, and the toppers list as confirmed by official sources.
Is this only for ug courses or also applicable for pg courses?