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CUET Admit Card 2026: Release Date, Steps to Download, and Exam Day Instructions
Content Curator | Updated On - Jun 11, 2026
What's New In CUET 2026?
CUET admit card is expected to be released by NTA in phases starting in the first week of May 2026. NTA is set to conduct the CUET 2026 exam from May 11 to May 31, 2026, across 321 exam centers in India and abroad.
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CUET 2026 admit card mentions the exact exam centre address, shift, and reporting time.
- Appearing at any other CUET exam centre or shift is not permitted under any circumstance.
- Any discrepancy in name, photograph, or signature on the CUET UG 2026 admit card must be reported to the NTA Helpline: 011-40759000 between 10 AM and 5 PM.
- Issuing the CUET admit card does not confirm eligibility; however, you can not appear for the examination without a CUET UG admit card.
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Table of Contents
- CUET UG 2026 Admit Card Release Date
- How to Download CUET UG 2026 Admit Card: Step-by-Step
- CUET UG 2026 City Intimation Slip vs Admit Card
- CUET UG 2026 Admit Card: Details Mentioned on the Hall Ticket
- CUET UG 2026 Exam Day Documents Required
- What to Do If There Is an Error on CUET UG 2026 Admit Card?
- CUET UG Admit Card: Items Allowed Inside Exam Centre
- CUET UG 2026 Admit Card FAQs
CUET UG 2026 Admit Card Release Date
| Dates | Events |
|---|---|
| February 26, 2026 | Registration Closed |
| February 9–11, 2026 | Application Correction Window |
| Last week of April 2026 | City Intimation Slip Release |
| First week of May 2026 | Admit Card Release Date |
| May 11 – May 31, 2026 | CUET UG 2026 Exam Window |
| Second week of June 2026 | Answer Key Release |
| Early July 2026 | Result Declaration |
Source: NTA CUET UG 2026 Official Information Bulletin, cuet.nta.nic.in
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How to Download CUET UG 2026 Admit Card: Step-by-Step
The process is straightforward but time-sensitive. NTA releases admit cards in batches — candidates whose exams fall earlier in May get their hall tickets first.
- Step 1: Visit the official website at cuet.nta.nic.in
- Step 2: Click on "Download Admit Card — CUET UG 2026" in the Candidate Activity section on the homepage
- Step 3: Enter your Application Number along with your Password or Date of Birth, then enter the Security PIN
- Step 4: The admit card PDF will load on the screen — download and save it immediately
- Step 5: Print 2–3 colour copies. Keep at least one copy untouched and carry another to the exam hall
Do not sign the admit card before reaching the exam centre. Signing must be done only in front of the invigilator. Parents are also required to sign in a designated space on the admit card.
CUET UG 2026 City Intimation Slip vs Admit Card
Most candidates confuse these two documents. They are not the same and serve different purposes.
| Feature | City Intimation Slip | Admit Card |
|---|---|---|
| Expected Release | Last week of April 2026 | First week of May 2026 |
| Contains Exam City | Yes | Yes |
| Contains Exam Centre Address | No | Yes |
| Contains Shift and Timing | No | Yes |
| Contains Roll Number | No | Yes |
| Required at Exam Hall | No | Yes (mandatory) |
| Login Required to Download | Yes | Yes |
The city slip lets candidates arrange travel and accommodation in advance. The actual exam centre is revealed only on the admit card. Both are downloaded from cuet.nta.nic.in using the same login credentials.
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CUET UG 2026 Admit Card: Details Mentioned on the Hall Ticket
Check every field immediately after downloading. Errors must be reported to NTA before the exam; corrections are far harder to process on exam day.
| Detail | What to Verify |
|---|---|
| Candidate Name | Matches Class 12 and Aadhaar exactly |
| Application Number | Cross-check with registration confirmation email |
| Roll Number | Allotted by NTA; note it separately |
| Subject(s) Registered | Matches the subjects chosen during form filling |
| Exam Date and Shift | Match against your expected exam window |
| Exam Centre Name and Address | Note the route; verify on Google Maps in advance |
| Reporting Time and Gate Closing Time | Gate typically closes 30 minutes before the exam starts |
| Photograph and Signature | Must be clear; blurred images should be reported to NTA |
If any detail is wrong particularly the name, photograph, or subject contact NTA at the helpline immediately. Candidates can still appear for the exam with a discrepancy on the card, but must follow up with NTA before the admission process begins.
CUET UG 2026 Exam Day Documents Required
Not carrying one of these is enough to be turned away at the gate. Print this list and keep it alongside the admit card.
| Document | Mandatory / Optional | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| CUET UG 2026 Admit Card (colour printout) | Mandatory | Carry 2 copies; do not fold or damage |
| Original Photo ID | Mandatory | Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, Voter ID, or Driving Licence- copies not accepted |
| Passport-Size Photographs (3–4) | Mandatory | Same photograph is used in the application form |
| Transparent Water Bottle | Optional | Allowed at most centres |
| No electronic devices | Prohibited | Phones, smartwatches, earphones, and calculators are not allowed inside the hall |
Only originals are accepted as identity proof. Photocopies and screenshots of ID documents will be rejected at the gate.
What to Do If There Is an Error on CUET UG 2026 Admit Card?
| Error Type | Action Required | Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| Wrong name or date of birth | Email NTA helpdesk with proof (Aadhaar copy) | Before the exam date |
| Blurred or missing photograph | Contact NTA helpline with application ID | Before the exam date |
| Wrong subject listed | Raise complaint at NTA helpline with registration proof | Before the exam date |
| Exam centre mismatch | Report via email and appear at the allotted centre only | Before the exam |
| Admit card not generated despite registration | Contact NTA helpline; share fee payment receipt | Immediately on discovery |
NTA's official helpline number and email ID are published on the admit card itself and on cuet.nta.nic.in. Response times improve if the inquiry includes the Application Number, full name, and a photo of the issue.
CUET UG Admit Card: Items Allowed Inside Exam Centre
As per the CUET UG information bulletin, you can carry the following items inside the CUET UG admit card.
- CUET admit card
- Simple transparent ball-point pen
- Additional photograph
- Valid photo ID
- PwD/PwBD certificate (if applicable)
- Sugar tablets/fruits (for diabetic patients)
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CUET UG 2026 Admit Card FAQs
Ques. When will the CUET UG 2026 admit card be released?
Ans. NTA is expected to release the CUET UG 2026 admit card in the first week of May 2026, in batches based on exam date. Candidates whose exams fall on earlier dates in the May 11–31 window will get their hall tickets first. The city intimation slip will be released before this, in the last week of April 2026.
Ques. What login details are needed to download the CUET UG 2026 admit card?
Ans. Candidates need their Application Number along with either their Password or Date of Birth. A Security PIN is also required on the login page. All three pieces of information were set or generated at the time of registration.
Ques. Is a black-and-white printout of the CUET admit card acceptable?
Ans. NTA recommends a colour printout. A black-and-white printout may cause issues with photograph verification at the exam centre. Printing in colour is advisable to avoid any disputes at the gate.
Ques. Is the CUET city intimation slip similar to the admit card?
Ans. No. The city intimation slip is dispatched before the actual admit card and simply states the city of the exam. The actual admit card contains all the details of the exam and is required for admission to the exam hall.
Ques. Can students without an admit card be allowed for the CUET UG 2026 examination?
Ans. No student will be allowed for the exam without an actual printed version of their admit card. The admit card should be printed and not shown as an image on their phones. The student must also produce an actual original ID from the government.
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, please refer the official website of the exam.
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Normalised score or normalization of score in CUET refers to a technique to compare applicant scores uniformly across test sessions. This process is necessary to keep CUET(conducted over multiple days and sessions with various sets of questions) fair to all test-takers.
For this purpose, CUET scores are given in percentiles rather than raw scores. A percentile score of 95, for instance, means that 95% of the applicants performed at a level that was lower or equal to that of the candidate.
Also note that CUET UG Retest 2024 was held on July 19, for the candidates who have been affected by the CBT mode issue and lodged a complaint within July 9. You can expect that the final percentiles and results will be normalised to ensure fairness.
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Parth, Student at Christ University
Yes, Christ University accepts CUET scores for UG admission into all its campuses in India. The eligibility criteria for CUET UG is that the candidates must pass their 12th in any stream from a recognized board in India or Abroad. The CUET 2024 exam was conducted by NTA from May 15 to May 24 2024, in hybrid mode.
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The Fergusson College UG admission 2024 was based on merit, and it was completely online. The UG admission 2024 in Fergusson College was based on the academic scores of candidates in class 12th.
Candidates who are willing to take admission must apply online through the official website of Fergusson College. PG admission in Fergusson is based on the results of the entrance test conducted by the college.
Here are the important dates for admission 2024 to various UG courses at Fergusson College-
| Particulars | Important Dates (Admissions Closed) |
|---|---|
| Availability of Online Application Form | May 21, 2024 |
| Last day of Filling Application Form | May 30, 2024 |
| Display of Provisional Merit List | June 1, 2024 |
| Display of Final Merit List | June 4, 2024 |
| Admission dates for Arts subjects | June 7 - June 8, 2024 |
| Admission dates for Science & B.Voc subjects | June 7, 2024 |
*The 2024 UG admissions at Fergusson College have already closed.
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The CUET 2024 course list is given below:
| Arts | Science & Technology | Commerce | Others |
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| B.A. in Humanities & Social Sciences | BSc in Physics/ Chemistry/ Maths/ Biology | BCom (Honors) | BBA LLB |
| B.A. in Arts (Fine/ Visual/ Performing) | BCA in Computer Science and Technology | BCom (General) | BHM in Hospitality & Travel |
| Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) | BTech CSE/ Mechanical/ Electrical/ Civil | BCom Business Administration. | BCA (IT and Software) |
| BA LLB | BE in ECE/ Electrical/ Mechanical/ Electronics Engineering | BCom Accounting and Taxation/ Statistics/ Management Accounting | BSc in Hospitality & Travel |
| BA in Hospitality & Travel | BCom in International Finance/ Accounting/ Applied Economics/ Banking & Finance | Diploma in Education (DEd) | |
| BA in Animation | BCom Marketing | BDes in Animation | |
| BCom Tourism & Travel Management | BDes in Design | ||
| BSc in Design | |||
| Bachelor of Journalism & Mass Communication (BJMC) | |||
| Bachelor of Journalism (BJ) | |||
| Bachelor of Mass Media (BMM) | |||
| BBA/BMS |
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