National Testing Agency (NTA)

CUET 2026: Pattern, Syllabus & Eligibility

Reviewed by Mentora’s academic team · Last reviewed 2026

CUET (UG) is a single national entrance test, conducted by the NTA, for undergraduate admission to central universities and many state, private and deemed universities in India. It standardises UG admissions and reduces dependence on Class 12 board cut-offs; you take subject papers aligned to the programmes and universities you are applying to.

Quick facts

Full name
Common University Entrance Test (UG)

Conducted by
National Testing Agency (NTA)

Level
Class 12

Official site
cuet.nta.nic.in

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Exam Pattern

What is the CUET exam pattern?

Eligibility

What is the eligibility for CUET?

Syllabus

What is the CUET syllabus?

Preparation Tips

How do you prepare for CUET?

Practise for CUET on Mentora

Take full-length CUET mock tests with instant scoring, and revise with NCERT-based notes.

Exam dates, application windows and fees change each cycle — always confirm the latest on the official site, cuet.nta.nic.in. Last reviewed 2026.