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 10 Sep 2026
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Checked on 10 Sep 2026
CUET UG 2027 has not yet been officially notified; NTA, which conducts it for 54+ central universities including DU and CU, is expected to release the notification around November 2026 based on last year's pattern.
As of 10 September 2026, no official notification for CUET UG 2027 has been released by the National Testing Agency (NTA). The CUET UG 2026 cycle has concluded: the exam was successfully held from 11 May 2026, final answer keys were published, results and the toppers list have been declared, and university admissions for 2026 are now underway. The CUET UG 2027 cycle is expected to begin with a fresh notification around November 2026, based on the pattern from the previous year. Registration is likely to follow shortly after the notification. Students preparing for CUET UG 2027 should monitor nta.ac.in for the official notification, finalize their subject combinations early, and begin syllabus-based preparation now. No changes to exam pattern, syllabus, or eligibility have been officially announced for 2027 at this stage.
- CUET UG 2026 results and toppers list have been officially declared by NTA.
- Final Answer Keys for CUET UG 2026 have been released by NTA.
- CUET UG 2026 was successfully conducted starting 11 May 2026.
- NTA is the confirmed conducting body for CUET UG across 54 central universities.
- Official notification for CUET UG 2027 expected around November 2026 (CUET UG 2026 notification released in Nov 2025).
- Online registration and application form expected to open in November–December 2026 (tentative, based on prior cycle).
- Application correction window expected in January 2027 (tentative, based on previous-year pattern).
- Admit card release expected in April–May 2027 (CUET UG 2026 admit cards released in May 2026).
- Examination expected to be conducted in May 2027 (CUET UG 2026 began 11 May 2026).
- Result/NTA Score declaration expected in June–July 2027 (tentative, based on 2026 cycle).
Sources: National Testing Agency (NTA) Official Website
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 to CUET UG 2027 have been announced yet; any updates on pattern, syllabus, or dates are expected only after the official notification is released by NTA.
No major change has been officially announced yet for CUET UG 2027 regarding exam pattern, syllabus, number of subjects, eligibility criteria, marking scheme, or exam mode. CUET UG 2026 was conducted in computer-based test (CBT) mode with a hybrid pattern. It is tentatively expected that NTA will retain a similar structure for 2027, but students should wait for the official notification on nta.ac.in before drawing any conclusions. Any modifications—such as changes to the number of attempts, subject offerings, or marking scheme—will be confirmed only at the time of the official announcement.
- 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 the CUET UG 2027 notification be released?
No official date has been announced yet. Based on the 2026 cycle, the notification is tentatively expected around November 2026. Monitor nta.ac.in for official updates.
When will CUET UG 2027 registration open?
Registration has not been officially scheduled yet. It is tentatively expected to open in November–December 2026, following the release of the official notification by NTA.
When will CUET UG 2027 be conducted?
The exam date is not officially confirmed. Based on the 2026 pattern (exam held from 11 May 2026), CUET UG 2027 is tentatively expected in May 2027.
Is there any change in CUET UG 2027 exam pattern or syllabus?
No changes have been officially announced for 2027. The exam pattern and syllabus are expected to be similar to 2026, but students should await the official notification for confirmation.
Which universities accept CUET UG 2027 scores?
CUET UG scores are accepted by all 54 central universities including Delhi University (DU) and Calcutta University (CU), as well as several state and deemed universities. The exact list will be confirmed in the 2027 notification.
Who conducts CUET UG 2027?
CUET UG is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on behalf of all central universities. The official website is nta.ac.in.
What should students do right now to prepare for CUET UG 2027?
Students should begin subject-wise preparation based on the CUET UG 2026 syllabus, monitor nta.ac.in for the official 2027 notification, and finalize their subject and university choices in advance.
Has CUET UG 2026 result been declared?
Yes. NTA has officially declared the CUET UG 2026 results and toppers list. The 2027 cycle is a separate process yet to be officially notified.
Is this only for ug courses or also applicable for pg courses?