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CUET UG Exam 2026: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has started day 4 of the Common University Entrance Test (CUET UG) 2026 today, May 14. After the exam, the CUET UG 2026 shift 1 and 2 question paper analysis will be available. The CUET UG 2026 exam is being conducted in computer-based test (CBT) mode across India and in 14 international cities across 13 countries.
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Candidates appearing for the undergraduate entrance exam can download the CUET UG 2026 admit card from the official website, cuet.nta.nic.in. Candidates can access the CUET admit card 2026 using their application number and date of birth.
The CUET UG 2026 admit card was issued on May 5 and is a mandatory document to carry to the exam centre. Without the hall ticket, candidates will not be allowed to enter the centre.
The CUET UG question paper analysis will include detailed feedback for each subject. The CUET question paper analysis will highlight the difficulty level of the paper, important topics asked, and the overall exam pattern. This will help students understand how today’s exam was and what kind of questions were asked.
The CUET UG entrance exam will be conducted for one hour (60 minutes) and consists of 50 objective-type multiple-choice questions (MCQs) per paper. The CUET UG question paper carries a total of 250 marks per subject.
As per the CUET UG marking scheme, 5 marks will be given for each correct answer, and 1 mark will be deducted for each incorrect answer. There is no deduction for unattempted questions.
According to the CUET 2026 reporting time, candidates will reach the exam centre at 7 am for shift 1 and 1 pm for shift 2, and no entry will be allowed after the gate closes.
The list of documents that candidates need to carry to the CUET UG exam centre is given below.
Students must carry the required postcard-sized photograph for CUET UG, as mentioned in the admit card instructions. The photo will be used for attendance and identity verification.
Candidates are not allowed to carry electronic devices, calculators, Bluetooth devices, earphones, pagers, smartwatches, study materials, or any other banned items inside the CUET exam hall.
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With the exam set to begin today, many candidates are searching for updated information on the CUET dress code.
Students can carry a transparent water bottle to the examination hall and should cooperate with the examination staff during the checking process.
More than 15.68 lakh students registered for the exam. Around 79% got their first-choice exam city, while 96.6% were allotted one of their preferred cities.
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CUET UG 2026 exam day 4 paper today. Get updates on dress code, timings, paper analysis, memory-based questions, cut-offs, and result date
May 14, 2026 | 11:24 AM IST
NTA has completed the CUET UG 2026 exam for two subjects in shift 1 on May 14. Students are now attempting their third subject.
May 14, 2026 | 10:17 AM IST
The CUET Day 4 Shift 1 exam will end at 12 pm. After the exam, candidates can leave the exam centre, and entry for the next shift will start at 1 pm.
May 14, 2026 | 09:58 AM IST
The CUET UG 2026 question paper analysis for May 14, shift 1, will be available soon after the examination is over. The CUET UG paper analysis will include difficulty level, important topics, and memory-based questions.
May 14, 2026 | 09:30 AM IST
The CUET UG question paper analysis will be available soon after the exam ends. The May 14 Shift 1 analysis will include subject-wise feedback, difficulty level, important topics asked, and the overall exam pattern. It will help students understand how the exam was and the type of questions asked.
May 14, 2026 | 09:10 AM IST
The CUET UG 2026 day 4 first shift will end at 12 pm. Candidates who have only one subject today will finish their exam at 10 am, while those with two subjects will finish at 11 am.
May 14, 2026 | 09:00 AM IST
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has commenced day 4 of the CUET UG 2026 exam for shift 1. The CUET UG 2026 shift 1 will end at 12 noon.
May 14, 2026 | 08:50 AM IST
Each CUET UG 2026 subject exam has 50 multiple-choice questions (MCQs). There are no optional questions. Candidates have one hour to complete each subject paper.
May 14, 2026 | 08:45 AM IST
NTA will provide blank sheets to candidates for rough work and calculations during the exam. Candidates must write their name and roll number at the top of the sheet. After the CUET UG 2026 exam ends, they have to return the rough sheets to the invigilator.
May 14, 2026 | 08:34 AM IST
The entry gates at CUET UG 2026 exam centres are now closed for May 14 shift 1 candidates. The exam for the eight CUET 2026 subjects will begin at 9 am.
May 14, 2026 | 08:30 AM IST
The National Testing Agency is conducting the Common University Entrance Test (CUET UG) in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. In this exam, candidates have to choose the correct answer on a computer screen using a mouse. Once the CUET exam time ends, the answers are submitted automatically.
May 14, 2026 | 08:15 AM IST
Candidates appearing for the CUET UG 2026 exam should avoid the following mistakes to prevent disqualification:
May 14, 2026 | 08:08 AM IST
Exam centres will close their entry gates sharply at 8:30 am. After the gates are closed, no candidate will be allowed to enter, and those arriving late will miss the CUET UG exam.
May 14, 2026 | 07:47 AM IST
The NTA exam centres have opened their gates for candidates to enter, complete verification and frisking, and appear for the CUET UG 2026 shift 1 exam. The morning shift will begin at 9 am.
May 14, 2026 | 07:00 AM IST
Candidates should not carry any textual material, printed or written, bits of paper, geometry, pencil box, plastic pouch, calculator, pen, scale, writing pad, pen drives, Log table, electronic pen, or scanner. They should also avoid Communication devices and other items mentioned in the admit card.
May 14, 2026 | 06:00 AM IST
Students can check the top courses in the commerce field after qualifying for CUET UG 2025, as follows.
May 14, 2026 | 05:00 AM IST
Around 280-300 universities accept CUET 2026 scores, which include central, state, and private institutions.
May 14, 2026 | 04:00 AM IST
The passing marks in CUET UG 2026 are not a fixed number, but candidates need to score between 350 and 400 out of 800 marks to pass the exam.
May 14, 2026 | 03:00 AM IST
Check the list of details mentioned in the CUET UG 2026 City Slip below:
May 14, 2026 | 02:00 AM IST
After the announcement of the CUET UG 2026 result, the participating universities will release the merit list for admission to the courses.
May 14, 2026 | 01:00 AM IST
Aspirants can expect that the CUET UG 2026 counselling procedure will start in the first week of July 2026.
May 14, 2026 | 12:00 AM IST
Candidates can check the CUET 2026 Slot Timing Details below:
| Shifts | Reporting Time | Exam Time |
| Shift 1 | 7:30 to 8:30 | 9 AM to 12 PM |
| Shift 2 | 1:30 to 2:30 | 3 PM to 6 PM |
May 13, 2026 | 11:00 PM IST
The CUET stands for the Common University Entrance Test. The CUET scores will be used to determine admission to undergraduate degree programs at all 282+ participating institutions and institutes.
May 13, 2026 | 10:00 PM IST
No, the authorities will soon announce the CUET UG results after the conclusion of the examination on the official website, that is, cuet.nta.nic.in.
May 13, 2026 | 09:00 PM IST
Check the helpline details for CUET UG 2026:
May 13, 2026 | 08:01 PM IST
The question paper has 50 required questions on each CUET question paper, worth a total of 250 marks. Languages and a general aptitude test were among the five subjects that candidates might select from.
May 13, 2026 | 07:30 PM IST
Check the list of DU colleges for B.A Honours English below:
May 13, 2026 | 06:30 PM IST
It's hard to say whether the CUET UG 2026 cutoff will be higher this year, as it depends on various factors.
May 13, 2026 | 06:00 PM IST
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has concluded Day 3 of the Common University Entrance Test (CUET UG) 2026 today. The shift 2 concluded at 6 pm.
May 13, 2026 | 05:40 PM IST
Check the CUET UG 2026 Marking Scheme below:
May 13, 2026 | 05:14 PM IST
Around 15,68,866 students registered for the CUET UG 2026 exam, which will be held from May 11 to 31, 2026.
May 13, 2026 | 03:42 PM IST
Check the list of details available in the CUET UG Result 2025:
May 13, 2026 | 03:01 PM IST
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has begun day 3, shift 2 of the Common University Entrance Test (CUET UG) 2026 today at 3 pm.
May 13, 2026 | 02:12 PM IST
The CUET UG 2026 result is expected to be declared tentatively in the first week of July 2026 by the authorities after the conclusion of the examination.
May 13, 2026 | 01:15 PM IST
As per the CUET UG 2026 initial analysis for English, the paper included questions mainly from question text fill in the blanks on tenses and verbs, match the following, two reading comprehension passages, sentence rearrangement, and figures of speech such as simile, metaphor, and personification.
May 13, 2026 | 12:20 PM IST
The National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct day 3, shift 2 of the Common University Entrance Test (CUET UG) 2026 today at 3 pm.
May 13, 2026 | 12:10 PM IST
The CUET 2026 question paper analysis is expected to be released shortly after the CUET UG exam shifts are completed, and it will give students a clear idea of how the section performed overall in terms of difficulty, question types, and student reactions.
May 13, 2026 | 12:00 PM IST
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has conducted Day 3, shift 1 of the Common University Entrance Test (CUET UG) 2026 today, May 13. The shift 2 will begin at 3 pm.
May 13, 2026 | 11:48 AM IST
NTA has conducted the examination for two CUET UG subjects in Day 3 shift 1. The complete shift of CUET UG 2026 will end at 12 noon.
May 13, 2026 | 11:36 AM IST
The CUET UG 2026 provisional answer key is expected to be released by the NTA in the third week of June 2026. Students who appeared for the exam from May 11 to 31 can download the answer key and response sheet from exams.nta.ac.in/CUET-UG. They can also raise objections within 2 to 3 days if needed.
May 13, 2026 | 11:07 AM IST
The CUET UG 2026 Day 3 exam is currently ongoing. The CUET UG 2026 Shift 1 will end at 12 pm, and Shift 2 will end at 6 pm.
May 13, 2026 | 10:30 AM IST
The National Testing Agency (NTA) is conducting the CUET UG 2026 exam for around 6 to 8 subjects in Shift 1 today, May 13. Details about the subjects and CUET UG exam analysis will be updated at 12 pm.
May 13, 2026 | 10:00 AM IST
The CUET UG 2026 May 13 Shift 1 exam will end at 12 pm. After the exam ends, students can check reviews and memory-based question paper analysis for all subjects on this page.
May 13, 2026 | 09:41 AM IST
The CUET UG 2026 exam for May 13 has started. The question paper follows the official exam pattern. Each subject paper has 50 multiple-choice questions, and candidates get 60 minutes to complete each exam.
May 13, 2026 | 09:01 AM IST
CUET UG 2026 Day 3 exams started on May 13 in Shift 1 from 9 am to 12 pm (12:15 pm for some papers). Today’s CUET UG 2026 exams include subjects like Physics, Mathematics, Biology, and languages. The second shift of the CUET UG exam 2026 will be held from 3 pm to 6 pm. Students must follow the exam rules, wear proper dress, and carry their admit card to the exam centre.
May 13, 2026 | 08:32 AM IST
NTA has closed the gates for the CUET UG 2026 exam centre. The shift 1 entry has ended. The CUET UG 2026 Day 3 shift 1 will be held from 9 am to 12 noon.
May 13, 2026 | 08:17 AM IST
Candidates appearing for the CUET UG 2026 exam were asked to carry a printed copy of all pages of the CUET UG admit card. All details on the admit card should be clearly visible for checking at the exam centre.
May 13, 2026 | 07:49 AM IST
NTA has opened the gates for the CUET UG 2026 exam centres, and entry for Shift 1 has started. Candidates appearing for the May 13 Shift 1 exam should reach the exam centre before 8:30 am. The CUET UG 2026 shift 1 exam will begin at 9 am.
May 13, 2026 | 07:23 AM IST
The National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct day 3 of the Common University Entrance Test (CUET UG) 2026 today, May 13, for Mathematics or Applied Mathematics, Physics, Biology, and various Language papers. As per the CUET UG exam timing, the shift 1 will begin at 9 am.
May 13, 2026 | 06:50 AM IST
According to the CUET UG 2026 marking scheme, candidates for each correct answer will get five marks, and one mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer.
May 13, 2026 | 05:50 AM IST
Candidates can expect that the CUET UG counselling procedure will begin in the first week of July 2026.
May 13, 2026 | 04:50 AM IST
The NTA will declare the CUET UG scorecard 2026 on the official website, cuet.nta.nic.in, after the CUET UG 2026 exams are concluded.
May 13, 2026 | 03:50 AM IST
The participating universities release the merit list for admission to the courses after the declaration of the CUET UG 2026 result.
May 13, 2026 | 02:50 AM IST
The passing marks in CUET UG are not a fixed number, but candidates need to achieve a safe score for top universities like Delhi University often being 700–750+ out of 800 (90-95+ percentile).
May 13, 2026 | 01:50 AM IST
The number of universities accepting CUET 2026 scores is over 280–300, which includes central, state, and private institutions.
May 13, 2026 | 12:50 AM IST
Candidates can access and download their CUET UG 2025 result 2026 on the official website - nta.ac.in and cuet.nta.nic.in.
May 12, 2026 | 11:50 PM IST
The CUET UG 2026 exam is being conducted from May 11 to 31, 2026. After the conclusion of the examination, the board will release the CUET UG result 2026 soon on the official website - cuet.nta.nic.in.
May 12, 2026 | 10:50 PM IST
Candidates can check the CUET 2026 Slot Timing Details below:
| Shifts | Reporting Time | Exam Time |
| Shift 1 | 7:30 to 8:30 | 9 AM to 12 PM |
| Shift 2 | 1:30 to 2:30 | 3 PM to 6 PM |
May 12, 2026 | 09:50 PM IST
The National Testing Agency (NTA) is scheduled to hold the CUET UG exam 2026 from May 11 to 31, 2026.
May 12, 2026 | 09:10 PM IST
The participating universities of CUET UG 2026 offer admission to a variety of undergraduate courses, including integrated postgraduate courses such as BA, B.Com, B.Sc, BBA, and BCA.
May 12, 2026 | 08:30 PM IST
The dates and schedule for admissions through the CUET exam 2026 vary at each university. Candidates are required to check each institution independently, compile a list, and submit an application.
May 12, 2026 | 07:50 PM IST
The NTA CUET UG scorecard 2026 will be issued soon on the official website by the National Testing Agency after the examination concludes.
May 12, 2026 | 07:10 PM IST
The CUET UG 2026 exam is based on the number of subjects selected by the candidate.
May 12, 2026 | 06:40 PM IST
The safe score in CUET UG 2026 is above 700 out of 800 marks.
May 12, 2026 | 06:10 PM IST
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has concluded Day 2 of the Common University Entrance Test (CUET UG) 2026 today. The shift 2 ended at 6 pm.
May 12, 2026 | 05:40 PM IST
Check the admission process for participating universities through CUET UG 2026:
May 12, 2026 | 05:10 PM IST
More than 280–300 universities are participating in the CUET UG 2026, and some of the top CUET UG accepting universities are Jawaharlal Nehru University, Delhi University, Jamia Millia Islamia, and Banaras Hindu University.
May 12, 2026 | 04:40 PM IST
The National Testing Agency will conduct the CUET UG examination 2026 for a total of 250 marks for each subject.
May 12, 2026 | 04:10 PM IST
Yes, students can get a scholarship through CUET, as several CUET participating private universities offer scholarships up to 100% based on CUET scores.
May 12, 2026 | 03:40 PM IST
The National Testing Agency (NTA) will administer the CUET UG exam 2026 from May 11 to 31, 2026, in CBT mode.
May 12, 2026 | 03:09 PM IST
The NTA has commenced the CUET UG 2026 May 12 shift 2 exam from 3 pm and will conclude at 6 pm today. After the conclusion of the exam, students will share their paper analysis and the question paper's difficulty level.
May 12, 2026 | 02:24 PM IST
The exam centre will close the gates for the CUET UG 2026 Shift 2 at 2:30 PM. No entry will be allowed after the specified time.
May 12, 2026 | 01:15 PM IST
The second shift of Day 2 of the CUET UG 2026 is scheduled to begin at 3 pm today. Candidates appearing for the shift are advised to reach their exam centres on time with the required CUET admit card and valid ID proof. Entry gates are expected to close before the start of the examination, and strict guidelines will be followed at all centres.
May 12, 2026 | 12:09 PM IST
The CUET UG 2026 May 12 Shift 1 exam has now ended. The subject experts will soon share the CUET UG question paper analysis, memory-based questions, and difficulty level of the subjects conducted today soon.
May 12, 2026 | 11:17 AM IST
The difficulty level may be different in each shift. Based on previous trends, here is the expected difficulty level for different sections:
May 12, 2026 | 10:44 AM IST
According to students who appeared for yesterday’s exam, the CUET UG 2026 English paper was moderate in difficulty. Many students found the vocabulary questions difficult to answer.
May 12, 2026 | 10:15 AM IST
Top universities like Jawaharlal Nehru University, University of Delhi, Aligarh Muslim University, and Banaras Hindu University, along with many other colleges, will give admission based on CUET UG scores. Each participating university will release its own CUET UG cut-off marks for different courses.
Also read: CUET UG 2026: Top colleges for UG admissions
May 12, 2026 | 09:47 AM IST
The CUET UG question paper analysis will be available soon after the conclusion of the exam. The CUET May 12 shift 1 question paper analysis will include detailed feedback for each subject. The CUET question paper analysis will highlight the difficulty level of the paper, important topics asked, and the overall exam pattern. This will help students understand how today’s exam was and what kind of questions were asked.
May 12, 2026 | 09:22 AM IST
The CUET UG 2026 day 2 first shift will end at 12 pm. Candidates who have only one subject today will finish their exam at 10 am, while those with two subjects will finish at 11 am.
May 12, 2026 | 09:01 AM IST
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has commenced day 2 of the CUET UG 2026 exam for shift 1. The CUET UG 2026 shift 1 will end at 12 noon.
May 12, 2026 | 08:50 AM IST
According to feedback from students who appeared for the CUET exam on May 11, the difficulty level of different subjects ranged from easy to moderate and difficult. In subjects like Accounts, some questions were asked from topics such as Preference Shares, which had not appeared in previous CUET exams. In some other subjects, a few questions were similar to those asked in CUET UG 2025, with only slight changes in wording.
May 12, 2026 | 08:40 AM IST
Each CUET UG 2026 subject exam has 50 multiple-choice questions (MCQs). There are no optional questions. Candidates have one hour to complete each subject exam.
May 12, 2026 | 08:33 AM IST
The entry gates at CUET UG 2026 exam centres are now closed for May 12 shift 1 candidates. The exam for the eight CUET 2026 subjects will begin at 9 am.
May 12, 2026 | 08:20 AM IST
Follow these guidelines on the CUET UG 2026 exam day:
May 12, 2026 | 08:10 AM IST
All CUET exam centres will close the entry gates at 8:30 am for the morning shift. For today’s CUET UG 2026 Day 2 Shift 1 exam as well, candidates will not be allowed to enter after 8:30 am. No late entry will be allowed under any circumstances.
May 12, 2026 | 08:00 AM IST
According to the CUET UG exam schedule released by NTA, the last CUET UG 2026 exam will be held on May 31, 2026 (Sunday). So far, day 1 has been completed, and 33 shifts are still remaining.
May 12, 2026 | 07:45 AM IST
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has shared a list of things students should do and should not do on the CUET UG 2026 exam day:
CUET exam day do’s | CUET exam day don’ts |
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May 12, 2026 | 07:30 AM IST
Even though NTA has said that normal shoes are allowed in the CUET UG 2026 exam, some students said that after Day 1 of the exam, a few centres asked them to remove their shoes outside the exam hall. So, candidates are advised not to wear shoes; instead, wear slippers or low-heeled footwear.
May 12, 2026 | 07:20 AM IST
According to the dress code for the CUET UG 2026 exam set by the NTA, students should follow these instructions:
May 12, 2026 | 07:09 AM IST
The National Testing Agency (NTA) will start the CUET UG 2026 exam for the May 12 Shift 1 at 9 am. Candidates should reach their CUET exam centre on time as per the reporting schedule.
May 12, 2026 | 06:30 AM IST
The CUET UG 2026 has a total of 37 subjects, including 13 languages, 23 domain specific subjest, and 1 general aptitude test. A maximum of 5 subjects can be opted for.
May 12, 2026 | 05:30 AM IST
Check the CUET 2026 Marking Scheme below:
| Particulars | Details |
| Correct Answer | 5 marks will be given |
| Incorrect Answer | One mark will be deducted |
| No Answer | 0 marks will be given |
May 12, 2026 | 04:30 AM IST
Check the details available on the CUET UG 2026 Exam Timetable below:
May 12, 2026 | 03:30 AM IST
Check the CUET 2026 Slot Timing Details below:
| Shifts | Reporting Time | Exam Time |
| Shift 1 | 7:30 to 8:30 | 9 AM to 12 PM |
| Shift 2 | 1:30 to 2:30 | 3 PM to 6 PM |
May 12, 2026 | 02:30 AM IST
The CUET UG 2026 result will be published tentatively in the first week of July 2026 after the announcement of the CUET answer key.
May 12, 2026 | 01:30 AM IST
The CUET UG 2026 answer key will be issue tentative in the third week of June 2026. Students will be able to download the answer key online when issued.
May 12, 2026 | 12:30 AM IST
The National Testing Agency (NTA) will administer the CUET UG 2026 between May 11 and May 31, 2026.
May 11, 2026 | 11:30 PM IST
The topics covered in the CUET syllabus 2026 for the physics subject are given below.
May 11, 2026 | 10:30 PM IST
The questions asked in the Accountancy paper were:
May 11, 2026 | 09:30 PM IST
According to the CUET marking scheme, negative marking of -1 mark will be applicable for every incorrect answer, and five marks will be given for every correct answer.
May 11, 2026 | 08:40 PM IST
According to several media reports, the Shift 2 English paper for May 11, 2026, was difficult. The tough questions were mainly asked about vocabulary.
May 11, 2026 | 08:08 PM IST
Several subject experts will share their responses for the CUET UG 2026 paper analysis for the shift 2 exam soon.
May 11, 2026 | 07:35 PM IST
Students can apply for the science courses after qualifying for the CUET UG 2026 courses given below.
May 11, 2026 | 06:56 PM IST
Check the top CUET UG courses for humanities and arts given below:
May 11, 2026 | 06:15 PM IST
The CUET UG 2026 May 11 shift 2 exam is over. Candidates will soon have access to paper analysis and question paper updates to evaluate their responses.
May 11, 2026 | 05:59 PM IST
Check the top courses to opt for in the commerce field after qualifying CUET UG 2026 are as follows.
May 11, 2026 | 05:16 PM IST
The CUET UG 2026 City Intimation Slip was announced on April 29, 2026, by the National Testing Agency (NTA).
May 11, 2026 | 04:39 PM IST
As per the marking scheme, candidates will be given four marks for each correct answer, whereas one mark will be deducted for each wrong response.
May 11, 2026 | 04:06 PM IST
The National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct the Common University Entrance Test Undergraduate 2026 (CUET UG 2026) day 1 shift 2 from 3 pm to 6 pm today.
May 11, 2026 | 03:38 PM IST
The NTA has commenced the CUET UG 2026 May 11 shift 2 exam from 3 pm and will conclude at 6 pm today. After the exam is over, students will share their paper analysis and the question paper's difficulty level.
May 11, 2026 | 02:57 PM IST
Students appearing for the CUET exam should practise previous-year question papers to evaluate their performance and understand the exam pattern.
May 11, 2026 | 02:15 PM IST
The National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct day 1, shift 2 of the Common University Entrance Test (CUET UG) 2026 today at 3:00 pm.
May 11, 2026 | 01:40 PM IST
As per initial student reactions, the CUET 2026 Chemistry question paper was of moderate difficulty. Most students found the paper balanced, with a mix of easy and concept-based questions. Questions were mainly asked from physical, organic, and inorganic chemistry. A few numerical-based questions were time-consuming, but overall the paper was manageable for well-prepared candidates.
May 11, 2026 | 01:03 PM IST
The CUET 2026 Accountancy question paper solutions (Shift 1) include topics like financial statements, partnership accounts, and basic accounting ratios. The questions are concept-based and can be solved with a clear understanding of fundamentals.
May 11, 2026 | 12:30 PM IST
As per students’ initial reactions, the difficulty level of the CUET UG 2026 English paper was moderate to easy. The CUET UG English question paper included 4 reading comprehension (RC) questions.
May 11, 2026 | 12:06 PM IST
The CUET 2026 English question paper analysis is expected to be released shortly after the exam shifts are completed, and it will give students a clear idea of how the section performed overall in terms of difficulty, question types, and student reactions.
May 11, 2026 | 12:00 PM IST
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has conducted Day 1, shift 1 of the Common University Entrance Test (CUET UG) 2026 today. The shift 2 will begin at 3 pm.
May 11, 2026 | 11:45 AM IST
CUET UG 2026 exam for shift 1 will conclude at 12 noon. The subject-wise CUET UG question paper analysis will be available here after the exam ends.
May 11, 2026 | 11:14 AM IST
The day 1, shift 1 of CUET 2026 political science question paper solutions will be available shortly, which include topics like the Indian Constitution, political theory, and international relations. The paper is conceptual and moderate in difficulty.
May 11, 2026 | 10:41 AM IST
The CUET 2026 computer science question paper analysis for Day 1, shift 1, will be available soon after the exam concludes. The CUET CS question paper analysis includes questions from programming basics, algorithms, and computer fundamentals. The paper is mostly easy to moderate with logical questions.
May 11, 2026 | 10:30 AM IST
The CUET UG 2026 Shift 1 exam on May 11 will end at 12 pm. For candidates:
May 11, 2026 | 10:15 AM IST
For CUET English 2026, the main topics are reading comprehension, vocabulary, and grammar. There will be about 50 questions that need quick thinking and understanding. Important topics include passages, idioms, synonyms and antonyms, active and passive voice, sentence rearrangement, and error spotting.
May 11, 2026 | 10:10 AM IST
In CUET UG 2026, each subject paper has 50 multiple-choice questions. There are no optional questions. Students must complete each subject exam in 1 hour.
May 11, 2026 | 09:52 AM IST
CUET BHU cutoff 2026 will be announced after the declaration of CUET 2026 results. The table below prescribes the expected CUET cutoff for BHU.
CUET BHU courses | Expected cut-offs marks |
BSc Honours | 440-500 marks |
BCom Honours | 460-540 marks |
BA Honours | 250-340 marks |
BA Honours in Economics | 240-300 marks |
May 11, 2026 | 09:30 AM IST
Check the table below to know the expected CUET UG marks vs percentile 2026.
CUET marks range | Expected CUET percentile |
250 - 235 | 100 |
234 - 213 | 99 |
212 - 188 | 98 - 97 |
187 - 163 | 96 - 95 |
162 - 138 | 94 - 93 |
137 - 113 | 92 - 90 |
112 - 100 | 89 - 84 |
99 - 88 | 83 - 80 |
87 - 75 | 79 - 75 |
74 - 63 | 74 - 70 |
62 - 50 | 69 - 55 |
49 - 25 | 54 - 30 |
May 11, 2026 | 09:20 AM IST
Delhi University (DU) BTech admission through CUET 2026 is expected to be very competitive. Top courses like BTech IT and Mathematical Innovations at the Cluster Innovation Centre (CIC) may need more than 550 marks out of 800 for the General category. In general, the closing marks for BTech programs in 2025 were around 339 to 551, with popular courses having higher cutoffs.
May 11, 2026 | 09:10 AM IST
Top colleges in 2026 that accept CUET UG scores are:
May 11, 2026 | 09:00 AM IST
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has started the Common University Entrance Test Undergraduate (CUET UG) 2026 today, May 11, across India and at 14 international cities across 13 countries. The CUET UG Day 1, Shift 1 will be end at 12 pm.
May 11, 2026 | 08:50 AM IST
There are no fixed passing marks for CUET UG 2026. Students do not need a set score to pass. Instead, they must meet the cutoff set by the university they want to join. The CUET UG 2026 cutoff will be released by different colleges after the results are announced.
May 11, 2026 | 08:45 AM IST
CUET UG exam 2026 will be held in 13 languages, which are:
Urdu | Punjabi | Hindi |
Gujarati | Marathi | Bengali |
Assamese | Odiya | Telugu |
Tamil | Kannada | Malayalam |
English | - | - |
May 11, 2026 | 08:42 AM IST
The gates of CUET UG 2026 exam centres are now closed for shift 1 candidates. The CUET UG exam for 8 subjects will start at 9 am, and it will end at 12 pm.
May 11, 2026 | 08:40 AM IST
A total of 1,24,020 candidates will appear across two shifts for the CUET UG exam 2026.
Shift | Centres | Total candidates | Subjects |
Shift 1 | 314 | 63,247 candidates | 8 |
Shift 2 | 281 | 60,773 candidates | 8 |
May 11, 2026 | 08:35 AM IST
The National Testing Agency (NTA) is conducting the CUET UG 2026 exam today, May 11, 2026, for 1,24,020 candidates. The CUET UG exam will be held in two shifts, with 8 subjects in each shift.
May 11, 2026 | 08:25 AM IST
The CUET UG 2026 Shift 1 exam will start at 9 am, but the gate will close at 8:30 am. Students are advised to reach the exam centre early to complete biometric verification and security checks comfortably. Due to the large number of candidates, there may be heavy crowding, so early arrival is recommended.
May 11, 2026 | 08:20 AM IST
Candidates are not allowed to carry certain items inside the CUET UG 2026 exam centre. They cannot bring electronic devices such as smartwatches, calculators, or Bluetooth earphones. Students are also not allowed to carry wallets or handbags. No papers are allowed inside the exam centre except the admit card.
May 11, 2026 | 08:16 AM IST
The CUET UG 2026 Day 1 exam starts today, May 11, 2026. In different shifts, students will appear for subjects like English, Accountancy, Business Studies, Economics, History, Political Science, Chemistry, Geography, Computer Science, and Sociology.
May 11, 2026 | 08:10 AM IST
For the CUET UG 2026 exam, students should wear simple and light-coloured clothes with half sleeves to make security checks easier. They should avoid clothes with large buttons, heavy embroidery, and big pockets. It is better to wear slippers or sandals, as shoes and high heels are not recommended. Religious dress is allowed, but students should reach the centre early.
May 11, 2026 | 08:04 AM IST
The CUET UG 2026 exam process has started as students begin entering the examination centres. Candidates are being allowed inside after completing the required security checks, including document verification and biometric screening. Students must carry their CUET UG admit card and a valid photo ID to enter the centre. Authorities are strictly checking documents to ensure a smooth and fair examination process.
CUET UG 2026 exam entry begins
May 11, 2026 | 08:00 AM IST
The CUET UG 2026 admit card can be downloaded from the official website cuet.nta.nic.in 2026. Candidates can log in using their application number and date of birth to get their hall ticket. It is compulsory to print the admit card and carry it to the examination centre.
May 11, 2026 | 07:50 AM IST
The CUET UG 2026 exam will be conducted between May 11 and May 31, 2026. As per "CUET UG 2026 गाइडलाइन", students must reach the exam centre at the reporting time mentioned on their admit card. Each candidate is allowed to choose only five subjects for the exam. It is mandatory to carry the admit card and a valid photo ID proof, such as an Aadhaar card or a PAN card. Students must also follow a strict dress code at the exam centre.
May 11, 2026 | 07:40 AM IST
The National Testing Agency (NTA) released the revised CUET UG 2026 admit cards on May 9, 2026. These were issued for students who asked to change their exam city or centre. The revised hall tickets can be downloaded from cuet.nta.nic.in. Around 15,340 candidates received updated admit cards, and about 92% of them got their preferred exam centre. The exam starts on May 11, 2026.
May 11, 2026 | 07:34 AM IST
For CUET UG 2026, candidates should reach the exam centre 1.5 to 2 hours before the exam starts. This is needed for security checks, frisking, and biometric verification.
CUET UG exam shift | Reporting Time |
Shift 1 | 7 am |
Shift 2 | 1 pm |
May 11, 2026 | 07:21 AM IST
The CUET UG 2026 exam starts today, May 11, 2026. The first exam shift begins at 9 am. Over 15.68 lakh students are appearing for it. The exam will be held in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode in different shifts and will continue until May 31, 2026.
May 11, 2026 | 07:00 AM IST
CUET UG 2026 includes multiple-choice questions (MCQs). Students must choose the correct answer from given options. The questions test understanding, application, and basic knowledge of the subject.
May 11, 2026 | 06:40 AM IST
The CUET UG 2026 syllabus is based on the Class 12 NCERT curriculum. Questions from Language, core subjects like Physics, Chemistry, Maths, Biology, Accountancy, and others are included depending on the chosen course.
May 11, 2026 | 06:15 AM IST
CUET UG 2026 usually has three main sections:
May 11, 2026 | 05:45 AM IST
Yes, CUET UG 2026 has a negative marking system. Usually, +5 marks are given for correct answers and -1 mark is deducted for incorrect answers. No marks are given for unanswered questions.
May 11, 2026 | 05:15 AM IST
CUET UG 2026 follows a Computer-Based Test (CBT) pattern. The exam generally includes sections like Language, Domain Subjects, and General Test. Each section tests different skills such as comprehension, subject knowledge, and reasoning ability.
May 11, 2026 | 04:15 AM IST
As per the CUET UG exam guidelines, items such as mobile phones, smart watches, calculators, Bluetooth devices, bags, and electronic gadgets are strictly prohibited. These rules are followed to maintain exam fairness and security.
May 11, 2026 | 03:15 AM IST
Candidates must carry their CUET UG admit card 2026, a valid photo ID proof (like Aadhaar or school ID), and a passport-size photograph. These documents are mandatory for verification before entering the exam hall.
May 11, 2026 | 02:15 AM IST
CUET UG 2026 is the Common University Entrance Test for undergraduate admissions conducted by NTA. The exam is scheduled to begin today, May 11, 2026, and will continue for multiple days as per the exam schedule. It is a major national-level entrance exam for admission to central and participating universities.
May 11, 2026 | 01:15 AM IST
CUET UG 2026 will be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. This means candidates will take the exam on a computer at designated exam centres instead of a traditional pen-and-paper format.
May 11, 2026 | 12:15 AM IST
Yes, NTA provides a simple dress code for CUET UG 2026. Candidates are advised to wear light and comfortable clothes without heavy accessories. Items like jewellery, watches, caps, or electronic gadgets are usually not allowed inside the exam centre for security reasons.
May 10, 2026 | 11:15 PM IST
The CUET UG 2026 exam will be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode in different shifts. Candidates must follow the reporting time strictly mentioned on their CUET UG admit card. Late entry is generally not allowed, so students must reach the exam centre well before the gate closing time.
May 10, 2026 | 10:45 PM IST
Around 15.6 lakh candidates are expected to appear for CUET UG 2026. This makes it one of the largest undergraduate entrance examinations in India, with students competing for admission into top universities across the country.
May 10, 2026 | 10:15 PM IST
CUET UG 2026 is the Common University Entrance Test for undergraduate admissions conducted by NTA. The exam is scheduled to begin on May 11, 2026, and will continue for multiple days as per the exam schedule. It is a major national-level entrance exam for admission to central and participating universities.
May 10, 2026 | 09:45 PM IST
For CUET UG 2026, female candidates are advised to wear simple, light-coloured, half-sleeved clothes such as kurtis, tops, or T-shirts with plain trousers, leggings, or salwar. The clothes should not have large buttons, embroidery, or multiple pockets. Simple footwear like flat sandals or slippers should be worn, as shoes and boots are generally not allowed.
May 10, 2026 | 09:31 PM IST
As per the CUET UG dress code, male candidates should wear simple, light-coloured half-sleeve T-shirts or shirts with trousers or plain pants. The clothes should not have large buttons, embroidery, or multiple pockets. Shoes and boots are not allowed, so candidates should wear slippers or sandals. Jewellery, belts, and metal accessories should be avoided.
May 10, 2026 | 08:00 PM IST
Candidates should carry a printed CUET UG 2026 admit card with a self-declaration form, two passport-size photographs, an original, valid photo ID proof, a transparent ball-point pen, and a transparent water bottle. Candidates with medical requirements may carry diabetic-related items such as sugar tablets or fruits, while PwD or PwBD candidates must also carry their certificates.
May 10, 2026 | 07:30 PM IST
The CUET UG entrance exam will be conducted for one hour (60 minutes) and consists of 50 objective-type multiple-choice questions (MCQs) per paper. The CUET UG question paper carries a total of 250 marks per subject. As per the CUET UG marking scheme, 5 marks will be given for each correct answer, and 1 mark will be deducted for each incorrect answer. There is no deduction for unattempted questions.
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May 10, 2026 | 07:09 PM IST
A total of 15,68,866 candidates registered for the CUET UG exam, with 67,56,321 test instances across 12,906 different subject combinations. The examination will be conducted in 35 shifts over a 21-day period. Around 96.6% of candidates were allotted one of their preferred exam cities, while 79% received their first-choice city. Nearly 43% of the registrations came from Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Delhi.
May 10, 2026 | 06:47 PM IST
For tomorrow’s Day 1 CUET UG exam 2026, a total of 1,24,020 candidates will appear in two shifts. Shift 1 will be conducted at 314 centres for 63,247 candidates across eight subjects, while Shift 2 will be held at 281 centres for 60,773 candidates across eight subjects.
May 10, 2026 | 06:31 PM IST
According to the CUET UG marking scheme, candidates will get 5 marks for each correct answer in CUET UG 2026, while 1 mark will be deducted for every wrong answer. No marks will be given or deducted for unanswered or marked-for-review questions.
May 10, 2026 | 06:00 PM IST
Candidates appearing for the CUET UG 2026 exam must carry the following documents to the exam centre:
May 10, 2026 | 05:45 PM IST
The CUET UG 2026 exam will begin tomorrow, May 11, and will be held in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode in two shifts every day. Shift 1 will be conducted from 9 am to 12 pm, and candidates must report by 7 am. Shift 2 will be held from 3 pm to 6 pm, and the reporting time is 1 pm. The exam centre gates will close at 8:30 am for Shift 1 and 2:30 pm for Shift 2.
May 10, 2026 | 05:36 PM IST
Candidates are not allowed to carry electronic devices, calculators, Bluetooth devices, earphones, pagers, smartwatches, study materials, or any other banned items inside the CUET UG exam hall.
May 10, 2026 | 05:25 PM IST
As per the CUET dress code, candidates should wear simple clothes and footwear such as slippers or low heels. Full-sleeve or woollen clothes are allowed if needed. Students wearing faith-based items or full-sleeve/woollen clothing should reach the CUET 2026 exam centre early for security checks. Candidates should not wear heavy accessories or high heels. They are also advised to reach the examination centre on time.
May 10, 2026 | 05:15 PM IST
Candidates can download the CUET UG admit card 2026 from the official NTA website at cuet.nta.nic.in by logging in with their application number and password or date of birth.
May 10, 2026 | 05:09 PM IST
Candidates must carry the following documents to the CUET UG 2026 exam centre:
Students should also carry the required postcard-sized photograph mentioned in the admit card instructions. The photograph will be used for attendance and identity verification.
May 10, 2026 | 05:07 PM IST
As per the CUET exam date 2026, the entrance test will be held from May 11 to May 31. Candidates should reach the exam centre before 8:30 am for the first shift and 2:30 pm for the second shift, after which entry will not be allowed.
May 10, 2026 | 05:05 PM IST
The National Testing Agency (NTA) will begin CUET UG 2026 tomorrow, May 11, in 306 cities in India and 15 international cities. The CUET UG exam will be held in a dual shift from 9 am to 12 pm and from 3 pm to 6 pm.
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