CUET Eligibility Criteria 2026, Age Limit, Qualification, and No Of Attempts
Shrivastav 11 Jun, 2025
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CUET Eligibility Criteria 2026 specify the essential requirements that students must fulfill to appear for the Common University Entrance Test and apply for undergraduate courses in participating universities across India. These criteria include completing or appearing for the 10+2 (class 12) examination from a recognized board, meeting any minimum qualifying marks set by individual universities, and adhering to age and category-specific guidelines where applicable. While there is no overall age limit for CUET, some universities may have their own rules. Understanding and meeting these eligibility conditions is important for aspirants to ensure their application is accepted and to maximize their chances of admission.
CUET Eligibility Criteria for UG Courses 2026
While each university may have its specific requirements, the following general criteria apply to most UG courses under CUET 2026:
1. Academic Qualifications
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Candidates must have passed or be appearing in Class 12 from a recognized board in any stream (Science, Commerce, Arts).
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General Category: Minimum 50% aggregate in Class 12.
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SC/ST Category: Minimum 45% aggregate in Class 12.
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B.Tech Programs: Minimum 45% aggregate for General candidates and 40% for reserved categories.
Also Check : CUET Exam Pattern
2. Age Limit
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No fixed age limit prescribed by NTA for CUET.
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Candidates must meet the age criteria (if any) set by the individual universities they apply to.
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Admission policies regarding age, reservation, relaxation, cuet subject combinations, and preferences are determined by the respective universities.
3. Nationality
Candidates eligible for CUET must be one of the following:
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Indian citizens.
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Subjects of Nepal or Bhutan.
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Tibetan refugees who arrived in India before January 1, 1962, intending to permanently settle.
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People of Pakistani, Burmese, Sri Lankan, Kenyan, Ugandan, Tanzanian, Zambian, Malawian, Zairean, Ethiopian, or Vietnamese origin who have permanently settled in India.
4. Subject Combination
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Candidates must have studied the relevant subjects in Class 12 mapped to the chosen UG course.
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The CUET subject combination requirement differs from course to course and university to university.
Also Check : CUET Syllabus
CUET Reservation Policy 2026
The Common University Entrance Test (CUET) 2026 reservation policy follows the Government of India’s guidelines to provide reserved seats to candidates from various socially and economically disadvantaged categories. The reservation ensures equitable access to undergraduate courses across participating central universities and institutions.
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Reservation Categories and Seat Allocation |
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Category |
Reservation Percentage |
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General – Economically Weaker Sections (GEN-EWS) |
10% |
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Scheduled Caste (SC) |
15% |
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Scheduled Tribe (ST) |
7.5% |
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Other Backward Classes – Non Creamy Layer (OBC-NCL) |
27% |
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Persons with Disability (PwD) |
5% |
CUET UG Eligibility Criteria 2026 Central Universities
To qualify for admission to your chosen university or college through CUET UG 2026, you must have passed Class 12 (or equivalent) from a recognized board, and it should be from a single board only. As per the latest updates by NTA, candidates can now choose any subject while filling the CUET form, regardless of whether they studied that subject in Class 12. However, you must ensure that the subject combination matches the requirements of the program and university you’re applying for.
Delhi University CUET UG Eligibility Criteria and Subject Combinations
To secure admission through CUET UG 2026 in Central Universities like Delhi University, candidates must have completed Class 12 (or equivalent) from a recognized board. Unlike earlier, candidates can appear for CUET subjects regardless of the subjects studied in Class 12, provided they meet the university-specific subject combination requirements for their chosen program. Below is a detailed breakdown of eligibility and subject mappings for popular UG courses at Delhi University (DU):
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Delhi University CUET UG Eligibility Criteria and Subject Combinations |
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Course |
CUET Subject Criteria / Subject Combination |
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BSc (Hons) Biological Science |
- Subjects: Physics + Chemistry + Biology/Biological Studies/Biotechnology/Biochemistry - Minimum 30% score in any one language from List A in CUET (language test compulsory) |
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BSc (Hons) Botany |
Same as BSc Biological Science |
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BSc (Hons) Zoology |
Same as BSc Biological Science |
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BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science |
Same as BSc Biological Science |
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BSc (Hons) Chemistry |
- Subjects: Physics + Chemistry + Mathematics - Minimum 30% score in any one language from List A |
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BSc (Hons) Physics |
Same as BSc Chemistry |
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BSc (Hons) Polymer Science |
Same as BSc Chemistry |
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BSc (Hons) Mathematics |
- Subjects: Any one language from List A + Mathematics + Any two other subjects (one should be from List B1) |
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B.Com (Hons.) |
- Combination I: Any one language from List A + Mathematics/Applied Mathematics + Any two subjects (at least one from List B1) - OR Combination II: Any one language from List A + Accountancy/Bookkeeping + Any two subjects (one from List B1) |
University of Allahabad CUET UG Eligibility Criteria
University of Allahabad, one of the oldest and most prestigious central universities in India, offers admission to its undergraduate (UG) programs through CUET UG 2026. The eligibility is based on three sections of the CUET exam—Language (Section IA), Domain Subjects (Section II), and the General Test (Section III).
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University of Allahabad CUET UG Eligibility Criteria |
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Course Name |
CUET Course Criteria/ CUET Subject Mapping |
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Bachelor of Science B.Sc. (Mathematics) (Physics/ Mathematics/ Chemistry/ Computer Science/ Defence Studies/ Psychology/Geology/Statistics/ Geography) |
Section IA (Language) select a minimum 1 from either English or Hindi Section II (Domain subjects) i. Physics ii. Chemistry iii. Mathematics iv. Computer Science / Information Practices (Any TWO of the FOUR domain subjects are Compulsory) Section III (General Test) Compulsory for all |
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Bachelor of Science B.Sc. (Biology) (Zoology/ Botany/ Chemistry/Bio-Chemistry/ Geography/ Anthropology/Defence Studies) |
Section IA (Language) Select minimum ONE from either English or Hindi Section II (Domain subjects) i. Biology (Compulsory) ii. Chemistry or Physics (Select any ONE) Section III (General Test) Compulsory for all |
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B.Com. |
Section IA (Language) Select minimum ONE from either English or Hindi Section II (Domain subjects) Accountancy/Book Keeping (Compulsory) Section III (General Test) Compulsory for all |
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Other UG programs |
Click Here to check subject combinations for AU |
BHU CUET UG 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Here is the eligibility criteria for major undergraduate courses offered by Banaras Hindu University (BHU) through CUET UG 2026. The table below outlines the required CUET sections and subject combinations for each program.
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BHU CUET UG 2026 Eligibility Criteria |
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Course Name |
CUET Section |
Subjects Required / Subject Mapping |
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B.Sc. (Hons.) Mathematics Group |
Section II |
1. Physics 2. Chemistry 3. Mathematics |
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B.Sc. (Hons.) Biology Group |
Section II |
1. Physics 2. Chemistry 3. Biology |
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B.A. (Hons.) in Arts |
Section I A (Language) Section III (General Test) |
1. Hindi or English (Language Test) 2. General Test (Mandatory) |
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Other UG Programs (e.g., B.Com, BFA, BPA) |
Varies by program |
Refer to official BHU CUET subject combinations for specific course requirements |
Jamia Milia Islamia University CUET UG Eligibility Criteria
Here is the eligibility criteria for popular undergraduate programs offered by Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) University through CUET UG 2026.
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Jamia Millia Islamia University CUET UG Eligibility Criteria |
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Course Name |
CUET Course Criteria / Subject Mapping |
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B.Sc. (Hons) Physics |
Physics |
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B.A. (Hons.) Korean Language |
General Test |
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B.A. (Hons.) Economics |
Economics |
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Other UG Programs |
Click Here to check subject combinations for JMI |
Aligarh Muslim University CUET UG Eligibility Criteria
Below is the CUET UG 2026 eligibility criteria for popular undergraduate programs at Aligarh Muslim University (AMU).
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Aligarh Muslim University CUET UG Eligibility Criteria |
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Course Name |
CUET Course Criteria / Subject Mapping |
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B.Sc. (Hons.) Statistics |
English, Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Mathematics |
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B.A. (Hons.) Women Studies |
English, General Test |
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B.A. (Hons.) Hindi |
English, General Test |
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Other UG Programs |
Click Here to check subject combinations for AMU |
Note: Candidates must have passed Mathematics in the qualifying exam.
Other Central Universities CUET UG Eligibility Criteria
To apply for undergraduate programs through CUET 2026 candidates must have passed Class 12 or an equivalent examination from a recognized board. Universities have specific subject requirements and combinations for different courses, but candidates can choose CUET subjects irrespective of their Class 12 subjects. Below is the list of central universities with their CUET eligibility criteria and cuet subject mappings.
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Other Central Universities CUET UG Eligibility Criteria |
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Central Universities |
CUET Course Criteria/ CUET Subject Mapping |
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1. Aligarh Muslim University |
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2. Assam University |
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3. Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University |
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4. Banaras Hindu University |
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5. Central Sanskrit University |
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6. Central Tribal University Of Andhra Pradesh |
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7. Central University Of Andhra Pradesh |
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8. Central University Of Gujarat |
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9. Central University Of Haryana |
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10. Central University Of Himachal Pradesh |
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11. Central University Of Jammu |
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12. Central University Of Jharkhand |
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13. Central University Of Karnataka |
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14. Central University Of Kashmir |
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15. Central University Of Kerala |
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16. Central University Of Odisha |
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17. Central University Of Punjab |
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18. Central University Of Rajasthan |
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19. Central University Of South Bihar |
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20. Central University Of Tamil Nadu |
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21. Dr. Harisingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya |
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22. Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya |
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23. Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University |
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24. Indira Gandhi National Tribal University, Amarkantak, Madhya Pradesh |
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25. Jamia Millia Islamia |
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26. Jawaharlal Nehru University |
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27. Mahatma Gandhi Antarrashtriya Hindi Vishwavidyalaya |
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28. Mahatma Gandhi Central University |
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29. Manipur University |
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30. Maulana Azad National Urdu University |
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31. Mizoram University |
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32. Nagaland University |
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33. National Sanskrit University |
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34. North-Eastern Hill University |
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35. Pondicherry University |
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36. Rajiv Gandhi University And Affiliated Colleges |
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37. Sammakka Sarakka Central Tribal University |
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38. Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri National Sanskrit University |
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39. Sikkim University |
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40. Tezpur University |
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41. The English And Foreign Languages University |
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42. Tripura University |
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43. University Of Allahabad |
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44. University Of Delhi |
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45. University Of Hyderabad |
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46. Visva-Bharati University |
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CUET UG Eligibility Criteria 2026 State Universities
Candidates seeking admission to undergraduate programs at various state universities through CUET 2026 must meet specific eligibility criteria set by each university. These criteria include passing Class 12 or an equivalent exam from a recognized board, along with subject combinations as prescribed by the universities. Below is the list of state universities and their respective CUET eligibility criteria and subject mappings.
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CUET UG Eligibility Criteria 2026 State Universities |
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State Universities |
CUET Course Criteria/ CUET Subject Mapping |
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1. Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah University |
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2. Barkatullah University |
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3. Bhattadev University |
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4. Cluster University Of Jammu |
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5. Cluster University Of Srinagar |
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6. Cotton Universtiy |
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7. Delhi Technological University |
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8. Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya |
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9. Dibrugarh University, Dibrugarh, Assam |
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10. Dr Shakuntala Misra National Rehabilitation University, Lucknow |
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11. Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University |
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12. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar School Of Economics University |
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13. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University Delhi |
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14. Dr. Rammanohar Lohia Avadh University, Ayodhya |
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15. Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee University |
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16. Furkating College(Autonomous) Golaghat,Assam |
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17. Govt. Degree College (Autonomous), Baramulla |
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18. Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University |
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19. Harcourt Butler Technical University, Kanpur |
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20. Indira Gandhi Delhi Technical University For Women |
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21. Islamia College Of Science And Commerce |
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22. Islamic University Of Science And Technology, Awantipora |
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23. Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti Language University |
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24. Kolhan University |
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25. Kumar Bhaskar Varma Sanskrit And Ancient Studies University |
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26. M.P. Bhoj (Open) University, Bhopal |
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27. Madan Mohan Malaviya University Of Technology |
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28. Madhabdev University, Narayanpur, Lakhimpur |
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29. Maharashtra State Skills University |
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30. Mankanlal Chaturvedi National University Of Journalism And Communication, Bhopal |
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31. Netaji Subhas University Of Technology,New Delhi |
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32. Netaji Subhas University, Jharkhand |
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33. North Lakhimpur College |
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34. Rani Durgavati University, Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh |
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35. Sardar Patel University Of Police Security And Criminal Justice |
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36. Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University |
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37. Shri Vishwakarma Skill University |
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38. University Of Jammu |
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39. University Of Kashmir |
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40. Vikram University |
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41. Vinoba Bhave University |
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CUET Eligibility Criteria 2026 FAQs
What is the basic eligibility to appear for CUET UG 2026?
Is there any age limit to appear for CUET UG 2026?
Can I apply for any subject combination irrespective of my Class 12 subjects?
Is the General Test compulsory in CUET UG?
Do I need to pass English as a subject in Class 12 to appear for CUET?
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