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CUET UG Result 2026 Live: Merit list holders
CUET UG Result Live: Check list of official websites to view marks. (Image: official website)CUET UG Result 2026 Highlights: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the Common University Entrance Test Undergraduate (CUET) UG 2026 results on June 23. Candidates can access their results by logging onto the official website at cuet.nta.nic.in. NTA has already released the CUET UG final answer key. As per the NTA, only one candidate has achieved a 100 percentile score in four out of the five opted subjects.
CUET UG Results 2026: How to download the marksheet
Initially, the CUET UG was scheduled to conclude by May 31, but due to a change in the date of Eid al-Adha, two exams were rescheduled to May 31, June 6, and June 7.
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The CUET UG exam was held between May 11 and June 7 across 35 shifts across the country. As per data released by NTA, as many as 15,68,866 candidates had applied for the entrance test. A total of 8,69,959 students registered for five subjects, 3,63,096 for four, 2,93,660 for three, 31,011 for two subjects, and 11,140 applied for only one subject. About 96.6% of students were given their preferred cities, and 79% were allotted their first choice of city. This year, there were approximately 67,56,321 test instances that were generated.
Last year, the result was declared on July 4. The CUET UG examinations were conducted from May 13 to June 4 in a total of 35 shifts. Around 13,54,699 candidates had registered for the exams, including 6,47,934 girls, 7,06,760 boys, and five third gender students. From the total, 10,71,735 students had appeared for the exams.
In 2024, 283 universities had admitted students in their UG courses, but in 2025, the number of participating universities had dropped to 239.
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CUET UG Result 2026 Live: English remained the most preferred medium
English remained the most preferred medium for CUET UG 2026, with 13.22 lakh candidates registering and 9.76 lakh appearing for the examination. Hindi was the second most opted language, recording 2.18 lakh registrations and 1.71 lakh appearances. Among regional languages, Bengali saw 11,857 registrations and 7,989 candidates appearing, followed by Tamil with 11,169 registrations and 6,204 appearances. Assamese was chosen by 2,455 candidates, while Gujarati, Malayalam, Odia, Telugu, Urdu, Marathi, Punjabi and Kannada collectively accounted for a relatively small share of registrations. Kannada recorded 109 registrations, with five candidates appearing for the examination.
CUET UG Result 2026 Live: Category-wise result data
The category-wise data showed 6,86,419 General category candidates, 5,28,838 OBC (Non creamy layer) candidates, 1,71,397 Scheduled Castes (SC) candidates, 95,464 Scheduled Tribes (ST) candidates, and 86,749 Economically Weaker Section (EWS) candidates had registered for the exam.
"The NTA conducted the Common University Entrance Test (UG)-2026 in computer-based test (CBT) mode for 15,68,867 unique registered candidates," the agency said in a press release.
CUET UG Result 2026 Live: 11.64 lakh appeared for the exam
Of the 15,68,867 candidates who registered for CUET UG 2026, female candidates accounted for 7,74,607 registrations, slightly lower than the 7,94,257 male candidates who applied. However, more female candidates appeared for the examination, with 5,85,596 taking the test compared to 5,78,500 male candidates. Three candidates registered under the third-gender category, of whom two appeared. Overall, 11,64,098 candidates took the examination.
CUET UG Result 2026 Live: What will the scorecard contain?
The CUET UG scorecard will include the following details
Subject-wise scores
Percentile scores
Candidate details
Normalised scores used for admissions
The scores will be shared with participating universities for the admission process.
CUET UG Result 2026 Live: What will be the admission process?
NTA only conducts the examination and declares scores. Therefore, the students have to check the respective universities they aim to take admission to. Admission-related cut-offs, merit lists, counselling schedules and seat allocation will be released separately by participating universities, including central universities such as the University of Delhi, Banaras Hindu University and Jawaharlal Nehru University.
CUET UG 2026 Live Updates: Result out
"Students can access their scorecard by logging in through the official CUET website using their credentials," a post by NTA said.
https://platform.x.com/widgets.jsThe wait is over. CUET (UG) 2026 results are now available.
— National Testing Agency (@NTA_Exams) June 23, 2026
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CUET UG 2026 Live Updates: Where to check CUET UG 2026 result
Once announced, candidates can download their scorecards from the official CUET portal. Students will need their application number and password or date of birth to access the scorecard.
CUET UG 2026 Live Updates: Who will manage the counselling process?
NTA only conducts the entrance examination and declares scores. Admissions are handled separately by participating universities through their own counselling and admission processes.
CUET UG 2026 Live Updates: Result out within 16 days of the completion of the exam
The NTA said it significantly streamlined the result-processing timeline this year, announcing the results within 16 days of the completion of the examination — 14 days faster than the previous cycle.
CUET UG 2026 Live Updates: List of central universities accepting CUET scores
A total of 49 Central Universities are participating in the CUET UG admission process:
- Aligarh Muslim University (AMU)
- Assam University,
- Silchar Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University
- Banaras Hindu University (BHU)
- Central Sanskrit University, New Delhi
- Central Tribal University of Andhra Pradesh
- Central University of Andhra Pradesh
- Central University of Gujarat
- Central University of Haryana
- Central University of Himachal Pradesh
- Central University of Jammu
- Central University of Jharkhand
- Central University of Karnataka
- Central University of Kashmir
- Central University of Kerala
- Central University of Odisha
- Central University of Punjab
- Central University of Rajasthan
- Central University of South Bihar
- Central University of Tamil Nadu
- Dr. Harisingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya
- Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya
- Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University (HNBGU)
- IIT Dharwad
- Indira Gandhi National Tribal University
- Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI)
- Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU)
- Mahatma Gandhi Antarrashtriya Hindi Vishwavidyalaya
- Mahatma Gandhi Central University
- Manipur University
- Maulana Azad National Urdu University (MANUU)
- Mizoram University
- Nagaland University
- National Sanskrit University
- North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU)
- Pondicherry University
- Rajiv Gandhi National Aviation University
- Rajiv Gandhi University
- Sammakka Sarakka Central Tribal University
- Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri National Sanskrit University
- Sikkim University
- South Asian University
- Tezpur University
- The English and Foreign Languages University (EFLU), Hyderabad
- Tripura University
- University of Allahabad
- University of Delhi (DU)
- University of Hyderabad
- Visva-Bharati University
Besides these 49 Central Universities, CUET UG scores are also accepted by several state, deemed, private and other government institutions. Candidates should check the specific eligibility criteria and admission requirements of their preferred university before applying.
CUET UG 2026 Live Updates: How many universities accept CUET UG scores?
CUET UG scores are accepted by central, state, deemed and private universities across the country. Candidates should check the eligibility criteria and admission requirements of individual institutions before applying.
CUET UG 2026 Live Updates: How to check result
Candidates can access their scorecards by following these steps:
-- Visit the official website — cuet.nta.nic.in.
-- Click on the "CUET UG 2026 Result" link on the homepage.
-- Enter the application number and date of birth/password.
-- Submit the details to view the scorecard.
-- Download and save the result for future reference.
CUET UG 2026 Live Updates: English among the most-opted subject
Among the most opted subjects in CUET UG 2026, English recorded the highest number of registrations at 12.64 lakh, with 9.14 lakh candidates appearing for the test and a highest NTA score of 244.04. Chemistry saw 9.51 lakh registrations and 6.77 lakh candidates appearing, with the top score reaching 248.68. The General Aptitude Test attracted 9.15 lakh registrations and 6.75 lakh test-takers, while the highest score stood at 212.65. Physics was chosen by 9.14 lakh candidates, of whom 6.47 lakh appeared, and the highest NTA score was 241.23. In Mathematics/Applied Mathematics, 5.79 lakh candidates registered and 4.01 lakh appeared, with the highest score touching 242.40. Biology/Biological Science/Biotechnology/Biochemistry recorded 5.56 lakh registrations and 4.02 lakh appearances, with the highest score of 249.70. Economics was taken by 2.49 lakh candidates, with 1.96 lakh appearing and the highest score reaching 249.54, while Business Studies saw 2.30 lakh registrations and 1.79 lakh appearances, with a top score of 249.57.
CUET UG 2026 Live Updates: 22 candidates get 100 percentile scores in three subjects
According to data released by the agency, 22 candidates secured 100 percentile scores in three subjects, while 180 candidates achieved the feat in two subjects. A total of 3,214 candidates scored 100 percentile in one subject each.
CUET UG 2026 Live Updates: Result declared
The National Testing Agency (NTA) on Tuesday declared the results of the Common University Entrance Test Undergraduate (CUET UG) 2026, revealing that one candidate achieved a perfect 100 percentile score in four of the five subjects they had opted for.
CUET UG 2026 Live Updates: Should I await my Class 12 recheck or re-evaluation results before applying for counselling?
Students appearing for their Class 12 board examinations in the current academic year are eligible to apply, provided they meet the admission requirements of the university they wish to join. Check official website for more details
CUET UG 2026 Live Updates: What should students appearing for Class 12 improvement exams select in the application form?
Candidates who have already passed Class 12 and are reappearing in one or more subjects for improvement should choose the "Passed" option while filling out the application form.
CUET UG 2026 Live Updates: Official website
The official website to check the CUET UG result is cuet.nta.nic.in
CUET UG 2026 Live Updates: Over 15 lakh registered for the exam
The examination was conducted in 35 shifts across the country. According to data released by the National Testing Agency (NTA), a total of 15,68,866 candidates had registered for the test. Of these, 8,69,959 candidates opted for five subjects, 3,63,096 for four subjects, 2,93,660 for three subjects, 31,011 for two subjects, and 11,140 registered for a single subject.
CUET UG 2026 Result Live Updates: NTA drops 7 questions
The National Testing Agency (NTA) on Monday released the final answer key of the Common University Entrance Test Undergraduate (CUET UG) that was conducted from May 11 to June 7, 2026. Candidates will be able to check and download the final answer key from the official website at cuet.nta.nic.in. The Agency has dropped 7 questions this time.
In a total of 37 subjects, including 13 languages, 23 domain-specific subjects, and one general aptitude test. The examination was held via Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. Students were only allowed to choose a maximum of five subjects in total, including languages and the general aptitude test. Each paper contained 50 compulsory questions with a duration of 60 minutes.
CUET UG 2026 Result Live Updates: Result likely this week
In the CUET UG, the candidates were allowed to choose up to five subjects, including languages and the general aptitude test. The language papers tested the student’s abilities in reading comprehension, literary aptitude and vocabulary, while the general aptitude paper assessed the student’s general knowledge, current affairs, quantitative aptitude, logical reasoning and application of basic mathematical concepts.
The results will be declared soon on the official website (Representative Image/AI)
The paper was held for a duration of 60 minutes, with each paper containing 50 compulsory questions. Every correct response carried five marks, whereas every incorrect response deducted one mark. Unanswered questions did not carry any marks. The CUET UG exam offered a total of 37 subjects for students to choose from: 13 languages, 23 domain-specific subjects, and one general aptitude test. The examination will be conducted across 13 languages in the Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode.
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