CUET Eligibility Criteria

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CUET 2026 : Eligibility Criteria

The Common University Entrance Test (CUET) is an important exam for students who want to join undergraduate courses in universities across India. If you’re planning to apply for CUET 2026, you need to meet certain eligibility requirements. This article will help you understand what is needed to apply.

CUET 2026 Eligibility Criteria

The National Testing Agency (NTA) will announce the CUET 2026 eligibility criteria along with the exam notification. These criteria include educational and personal requirements. If a candidate doesn’t meet the eligibility rules, they won’t be allowed to take the exam.

While some requirements may vary by university, the basic rule is that candidates must have completed or be in the process of completing Class 12 (or an equivalent exam) from a recognized board or university.

CUET 2026 Exam Details

Conducting Body: National Testing Agency (NTA)
Exam Name: Common University Entrance Test (CUET UG)
Exam Date: 3rd Week of May 2026

CUET 2026 will simplify the admission process for more than 250 universities across India. This includes central, state, and private universities. To be eligible, candidates must meet both the academic and subject-specific requirements for their chosen courses.

CUET UG Eligibility Criteria 2026 (Basic Requirements)

Criterion	Details
Nationality	Only Indian citizens (including some categories of foreign nationals)
Educational Qualification	Must have completed Class 12 (or an equivalent exam) from a recognized board or university
Age Limit	No age limit for the exam. Some universities may have their own age rules.
Minimum Marks	50% marks for General & OBC candidates, 45% for SC/ST/PwD candidates

Educational Qualification for CUET 2026

To apply for CUET 2026, candidates must meet these educational requirements:

General/OBC Candidates: At least 50% in Class 12.
SC/ST Candidates: At least 45% in Class 12.
Subject Requirements: Candidates must have studied the subjects required for the course they want to pursue. For example, if you want to study Mathematics (Honours), you must have studied Mathematics in Class 12.

List of Acceptable Qualifications

Candidates can apply for CUET 2026 if they have completed any of these exams:

10+2 from a recognized board (like CBSE, ICSE, State Boards)
Two-year Pre-University exams
Senior Secondary from NIOS with five subjects
GCE (A-Level), Cambridge, or International Baccalaureate

Nationality and Age Criteria

Only Indian nationals can apply for CUET. However, some foreign nationals (like Nepalese and Bhutanese) are also eligible.
There is no age limit to apply for the CUET exam, but universities may have their own age rules for admission.

Number of Attempts for CUET 2026

There’s no limit to how many times you can take the CUET exam, as long as you meet the eligibility criteria each time you apply.

CUET Reservation Policy

CUET follows the Government of India’s reservation rules for certain groups. Here’s how the seats are reserved:

Category	Reservation
Scheduled Caste (SC)	15%
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	7.50%
Other Backward Classes (OBC-NC)	27%
Persons with Disability (PwD)	5%

PwD candidates need to have a disability certificate issued by a certified medical authority.

CUET Eligibility by Institution

Different universities may have their own eligibility rules based on the course. So, make sure to check the specific eligibility criteria for the university or course you are interested in. Some universities may require specific subjects or have reserved seats.

For the latest updates on CUET 2026 eligibility, always check the official notification by the NTA.