CUET stands for Common University Entrance Test, is a national-level entrance exam conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). The central universities offer admission into various undergraduate, postgraduate, and integrated courses across India through this test.

Some of the participating universities that accept CUET scores for admission include Banaras Hindu University, Delhi University, Aligarh Muslim University, Jamia Millia Islamia, Jawaharlal Nehru University, University of Allahabad, Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Visva- Bharati University, North-Eastern Hill University, University of Hyderabad, Manipur University, Rajiv Gandhi University, Pondicherry University and Assam University among others.

These universities offer courses in various fields, such as Management, Commerce, Humanities, Law, Engineering, Science, and more. Each university has its own set of admission criteria, eligibility requirements, and selection process. Aspiring students are advised to check the official websites of the universities they are interested. Do check this page for latest information.

Overall, the participating central universities offer excellent academic opportunities and a vibrant campus life, making them popular choices among students seeking quality education in India.

Are you curious to know which universities are a part of the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) program in 2023? This guide provides a comprehensive list of all participating institutions, highlighting their individual CUET scores and requirements.

CUET Participating Universities 2023

A total of 44 Central universities are part of the CUET program in 2023. They offer students the opportunity to  apply in the UG course of their choice with a single entrance test. Here is the list of few of prestigious universities given below:

1. Banaras Hindu University
2. Delhi University
3. Aligarh Muslim University
4. Jamia Millia Islamia
5. Jawaharlal Nehru University
6. University of Allahabad
7. Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya
8. Visva-Bharati University
9. North-Eastern Hill University
10. University of Hyderabad
11. Manipur University
12. Rajiv Gandhi University
13. Pondicherry University
14. Assam University
15. English and Foreign Languages University
16. Tripura University
17. Dr. Hari Singh Gour University
18. Mizoram University
19. Indira Gandhi National Open University

CUET Entrance Exam

All CUET candidates must take the ULPT entrance examination. It assesses the candidate’s overall academic performance. Scores of this test will be sent to each university that is part of the CUET program. Furthermore, applicants must fulfill additional requirements set by individual universities, such as an interview.

Central Universities

In 2023, there are 10 central universities participating in the Central Universities Entrance Test (CUET) program. The list includes Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), Jamia Milia Islamia (JMI), Banaras Hindu University (BHU Varanasi), Aligarh Muslim University (AMU Aligarh), Visva Bharti University (VBU Santiniketan West Bengal), Central University of Haryana, Tezpur University Assam, Mizoram University Aizawl, Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University Maharashtra, and Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya Chhatisgarh.

Some other universities that are not so well recognized but included in the list of CUET 2023 Participating universities are given below:

• Maulana Azad National Urdu University
• Indira Gandhi National Tribal University
• Sikkim University
• Central University of South Bihar
• Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agriculture University
• National Sanskrit University
• Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri National Sanskrit University
• Central Sanskrit University
• Central Agricultural University
• Indian Maritime University
• Central University of Himachal Pradesh
• Central University of Jharkhand
• Central University of Karnataka
• Central University of Odisha
• Central University of Rajasthan
• Nalanda University
• Mahatma Gandhi Central University
• Central Tribal University of Andhra Pradesh
• Central University of Andhra Pradesh

Private Universities Accepting CUET Scores

In addition to the 10 participating central universities, there are 9 private universities that accept scores from CUET. The list of those private universities is given below:

• Jamia Hamdard University, New Delhi
• Shiv Nadar University, Uttar Pradesh
• O P Jindal Global University
• Ashoka University, Haryana
• SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Tamil Nadu
• TERI University, Delhi NCR
• NSHM Knowledge Campus, Kolkata and Durgapur/Kolaghat
• IIM Rohtak, Haryana
• VIT (Vellore Institute of Technology) Vellore.

FAQs

What are the requirements for admission to CUET colleges? Generally, most CUET colleges require a minimum score of 55% in your Under Graduate program and/or one year of experience in the relevant field. However, each college has its own eligibility criteria that must be met before applying. Additionally, some colleges may ask for entrance exam score  or an interview at the time of admission.