Registration for the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) UG 2026 will begin in the first week of March 2026 . Students who want to join undergraduate courses in central universities must choose their subjects carefully for the exam. The National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct CUET UG 2026. This exam is important for getting into various Bachelor's degree programs across India.
CUET UG 2026: Key Exam Details
The CUET UG 2026 exam will cover 23 different subjects , 13 languages , and a General Aptitude Test . The official announcement for CUET 2026 is expected to be released in the first week of March. Students preparing for admissions must understand the subject mapping rules for Science, Arts, and Commerce courses.
During the application process, students can select up to five CUET subjects . It is important to match these subjects with the requirements of the universities and courses they wish to apply for.
CUET UG 2026 Subjects
Students can choose subjects from three main sections:
- Section 1: Languages
- Section 2: Domain Subjects
- Section 3: General Test
Here are the subjects available:
| Sections | Subjects |
| Section 1 Language | Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Gujarati, Odia, Bengali, Assamese, Punjabi, English, Hindi, and Urdu |
| Section 2 Domain Subjects | Accountancy/ Book Keeping, Agriculture, Anthropology, Biology, Business Studies, Chemistry, Computer Science/ Informatics Practices, Economics/ Business Economics, Fine Arts/ Visual Arts (Sculpture/ Painting)/Commercial Arts, Geography/Geology, Home Science, History, KTPI, Environmental Science, Mathematics, Physical Education/ NCC /Yoga, Physics, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, Mass Media/, Mass Communication, Performing Arts, Sanskrit |
| Section 3 General Test | Optional subject |
Why Choosing the Right Subjects Matters (Subject Mapping)
Choosing the correct CUET subjects, known as 'subject mapping', is crucial for getting admission to your desired undergraduate course. Universities that accept CUET scores have specific subject combinations for different programs. Here's why subject mapping is very important:
- It is the first step to meet eligibility requirements for college admissions.
- If you do not choose the correct subjects, you might not be allowed to join a course, even if you score well in the exam.
- Your chosen subjects should match your Class 12th subjects . This helps you score higher and increases your chances of admission.
CUET 2026 Subject Rules for Top Universities (Example: Delhi University)
Students looking for admission to central universities like Delhi University (DU), Banaras Hindu University (BHU), and Allahabad University (AU) must select subjects according to the course rules. Remember that subject requirements can be different for each university and course. Here are some examples for DU:
| CUET UG Course | DU Subject Mapping Criteria |
| B.Sc. (Hons.) Chemistry | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Applied Mathematics, Any one Language |
| B.Sc. (Hons.) Physics | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Applied Mathematics, Any one Language |
| B. Com. (Hons.) | Any one from Language + Mathematics/Applied Mathematics/ Accountancy/Book Keeping + Any two from Domain subjects |
| B. Com. | Any one from Language + Any three from Domain Subjects OR Any one from Language + Any one from Domain Subjects+ General Test |
| B.A. (Hons.) English | English+ Any three from Domain subjects |
Important Dates and Exam Centre Information
The CUET UG 2026 exam is expected to be held in May-June 2026 . The NTA will announce the exact exam dates soon after the official notification is released in the first week of March.
Checking Your Exam Centre
Students can find their allotted CUET 2026 exam centre on the CUET intimation slip and the CUET admit card. Only those who complete the application form and pay the fee will be able to download these documents. The intimation slip will show the exam city in advance. The admit card, which includes the exact exam centre name and address, is expected to be released three to four days before the exam day .
The admit card will also show your name, registration number, category, exam date, time, photograph, signature, and important exam instructions. Once an exam centre is given, no changes will be allowed. Students should carefully choose their preferred exam centres when filling out the CUET 2026 application form.
