The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially begun the registration process for the NTA CUET UG 2025. Candidates appearing in the exam can now apply through cuet.nta.nic.in. The registration window will remain open till March 22, 2025. For registration candidates belonging to the general category must pay INR 1000 while OBC candidates need to pay INR 900. The CUET 2025 exam will take place across 37 states & UTs and 24 foreign countries. NTA will hold the exam between May 8 and June 1. Once the registration concludes, the conducting authority will open the correction window between March 24 and March 26, 2025.
CUET UG 2025 Registration: Important Dates
The official notification outlines the key dates for CUET UG 2025:
- CUET UG Application Start Date: March 1, 2025
- Last Date to Apply for CUET UG 2025: March 22, 2025
- CUET UG 2025 Application Correction Window Opens: March 22 to March 26, 2025
- CUET UG Admit Card Release: To be Announced Later
- Exam Dates: May 8 to June 1, 2025
- Result Declaration: June 2025
Students are advised to regularly check the official NTA website for any updates or modifications to these dates.
How to Apply for CUET UG 2025
Candidates can complete their registration through the official CUET website by following these steps:
- Visit the official website of CUET UG 2025 at cuet.nta.nic.in.
- Click on the registration link and create a new user account.
- Fill in the application form with personal details, academic information, and contact details.
- Upload required documents, including scanned photographs, signatures, and category certificates (if applicable).
- Pay the application fee online using a credit/debit card, UPI, or net banking.
- Submit the form and take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference.
CUET UG 2025 Application Fees
CUET UG 2025 application fees differ across categories and the number of subjects chosen.
- For General (UR) candidates, the fee is INR 1000 for up to three subjects, with an additional INR 400 per subject.
- OBC-NCL and EWS candidates need to pay INR 900 for up to three subjects, with INR 375 for each additional subject.
- SC, ST, PwBD, and Third Gender candidates have to pay INR 800 for up to three subjects, with INR 350 for each extra subject.
- Candidates opting for exam centers outside India need to pay INR 4500 for up to three subjects and INR 1800 per additional subject.
CUET UG 2025: Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the exam candidates must meet the CUET UG 2025 Eligibility criteria:
- Candidates must have completed Class 12 from a recognized board in Science or a relevant stream to be eligible for undergraduate programs in Central Universities.
- Students appearing for their Class 12 board exams in 2025 can also apply for CUET 2025.
- There is no specific age limit to appear for the CUET 2025 exam.
- However, candidates must meet the age requirements (if any) set by the university or institution they are applying to.
- To be eligible for CUET 2025, candidates must meet the nationality criteria.
- Applicants must be Indian citizens.
- Citizens of Nepal or Bhutan are also eligible.
- Tibetan refugees who arrived in India before January 1, 1962, and have settled permanently can apply.
- Candidates who have migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, or Vietnam to settle in India permanently are eligible.
Universities Accepting CUET UG 2025 Scores
Several prestigious universities will accept CUET UG scores for admission. Some of the key participating institutions include:
- Delhi University (DU)
- Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU)
- Banaras Hindu University (BHU)
- Aligarh Muslim University (AMU)
- University of Hyderabad
- Many other central, state, and private universities
Candidates must check individual university admission policies regarding CUET UG scores.
Tips for CUET UG 2025 Preparation
To ace the CUET UG 2025, follow these effective preparation strategies:
- Understand the Syllabus: Go through the official syllabus and focus on high-weightage topics.
- Practice Mock Tests: Regularly attempt previous years’ papers and mock tests to improve speed and accuracy.
- Time Management: Allocate sufficient time to each section and practice answering within the time limits.
- Refer to NCERT Books: Many domain-specific questions are based on NCERT Class 11 and 12 books.
CUET UG 2025 is a gateway to prestigious universities in India, offering students a centralized and merit-based admission process. Aspiring candidates should stay updated with official notifications and ensure timely registration. With a well-planned preparation strategy, students can enhance their chances of securing admission to their preferred universities.
