CUET UG 2026 Registration Window Closes Tonight: Key Details for Aspiring Students
The National Testing Agency (NTA) is set to officially close the registration window for the Common University Entrance Test Undergraduate (CUET UG) 2026 today, February 4, at precisely 11:50 pm. This crucial deadline marks the final opportunity for candidates to submit their application forms through the official portal, cuet.nta.nic.in. Prospective students who have not yet completed their registration must act swiftly to ensure their participation in this significant national-level examination.
Critical Deadlines and Application Process
According to the official schedule released by NTA, candidates have until tonight's deadline to submit their CUET UG 2026 application forms. However, the payment of application fees has a separate deadline of February 7, 2026. It is essential to note that without successful fee payment, the application form will not be considered complete or accepted by the testing agency.
The registration process requires candidates to visit the official website and create an account using a valid email ID and mobile number. After completing the form with accurate personal and academic details, applicants must proceed to make the online payment through available digital channels. Following successful submission and payment, students are strongly advised to download and save their confirmation page for future reference.
Correction Window and Examination Details
In a significant development for applicants, NTA has announced that a correction window will be available from February 9 to February 11, 2026. During this three-day period, candidates will have the opportunity to edit specific details in their already submitted application forms, providing valuable flexibility for those who may have made errors in their initial submission.
The CUET UG 2026 examination itself is scheduled to be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode from May 11 to May 31, 2026. The test will be administered in multiple shifts across various examination centers throughout India and select international locations. This computer-based format represents the modern approach to large-scale standardized testing adopted by NTA.
Importance of CUET UG for Higher Education
The Common University Entrance Test Undergraduate serves as the mandatory gateway for admission to undergraduate programmes offered by prestigious central universities across India. This includes renowned institutions such as Delhi University (DU), Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), Banaras Hindu University (BHU), and numerous other participating universities and colleges.
The examination covers a wide spectrum of academic disciplines including engineering, management, humanities, science, and commerce streams. Candidates must carefully select their subjects according to the specific eligibility criteria established by their chosen university and preferred course of study. The test's comprehensive nature ensures that students are evaluated on parameters relevant to their intended field of higher education.
Only those candidates who successfully complete all registration steps, including timely fee payment, will be permitted to appear for the CUET UG 2026 examination. This strict adherence to deadlines underscores the importance of careful planning and prompt action by all aspiring undergraduate students seeking admission to India's premier central universities through this standardized entrance examination.
