CUET 2027: Syllabus, Exam Date, Registration, Notification, Eligibility, Registration, Full Form and Pattern

Table of Contents

What is CUET?
What is the CUET 2027 Exam Pattern?
What is the CUET 2027 Syllabus?
What is the CUET 2027 Eligibility Criteria?
What are the CUET 2027 Important Dates?
What is the CUET 2027 Application Process?
What is the CUET 2027 Application Fee?
Which Universities Accept CUET 2027 Score?
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is CUET?

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has introduced a national level entrance test, called Common University Entrance Test (CUET) for undergraduate admissions. With the aim of inculcating ‘One Nation, One Entrance Exam' ideology, this entrance examination has been designed to offer admissions to students regardless of their domain, caste, ethnicity, economic and financial background. Every year, CUET welcomes more than 10 lakh candidates to compete for admission in more than 500 prestigious universities across all domains.

In this article, Hitbullseye will detail information on CUET 2027 Exam Pattern, Eligibility Criteria, Syllabus, Registration Process and Important Dates. Further, this article also details the entrance examination fee structure and a comprehensive list of accepting universities.

What is the CUET 2027 Exam Pattern?

Divided among three sections, the CUET Exam Pattern consists of 13 Indian languages, 23 domain-specific subjects and 01 General Aptitude Test, amounting to 37 subjects in total. Candidates can choose upto a maximum of five subjects including languages and General Aptitude Test irrespective of the subjects opted in class XII. CUET format recommends that the candidate may select the subjects based on the eligibility criteria for a programme of a desired university.

For more information on the CUET Exam Pattern, refer the table below:

Aspect	Details
Mode of the Exam	Computer Based Test (CBT)
Type of Questions	Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Total Questions	50 questions for each test paper. All Questions are compulsory.
Sectional Division	Paper-I: Language Paper- II: Domain Subjects (Syllabus as per NCERT Class 12) Paper- III: General Aptitude Test
Duration	Each test paper would be 60 minutes. Compensatory time for PwBD candidates; 20 minutes for each hour.
Marking Scheme	+5 for correct answer -1 for incorrect answer

What is the CUET 2027 Syllabus?

NTA has neatly defined the Languages and Domain Subjects available for students to choose from. Appearing candidates can choose a maximum of 5 Languages and/or Domain Subjects. The following charts define the Language and Domain Subjects available to aspirants along with themes of all three sections that commonly appear in the CUET entrance exam.

Paper I: Language

The language section of the CUET exam evaluates candidates on their reading comprehension skills based on different types of passages, including factual, literary and narrative. This Language section consists of 13 languages. Below is the list of languages offered in the CUET exam along with common themes:

Languages Available
English	Hindi	Assamese	Bengali	Gujarati
Kannada	Malayalam	Marathi	Odia	Punjabi
Tamil	Telugu	Urdu
Common Themes
Verbal Ability	Rearranging Parts	Choosing Correct Word	Synonyms & Antonyms	Vocabulary

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Paper II: Domain Subjects

In the Domain Subject Section, a total of 23 subjects are offered by NTA for CUET. For these programs, admissions are to be made on the basis of performance in the General Aptitude Test. The syllabus for Domain Subjects is based on the syllabus of class 12th. Below is the list of subjects offered:

Anthropology	Geography/ Geology	Knowledge Tradition and Practices of India	Computer Science/ Informatics Practices
Physical Education/ NCC/ Yoga	Sociology	Economics/ Business Economics	Performing Arts
Business Studies	Political Science	Fine Arts/ Visual Arts	Psychology
Accountancy	Physics	Mathematics	Mass Media/ Mass Communication
Environmental Studies	Biology/ Biotechnology/ Biochemistry	Chemistry	Sanskrit
Home Science	History	Agriculture

Paper III: General Aptitude Test

Common Themes
Logical Reasoning	General Knowledge	General Mental Ability	Quantitative Reasoning
Analytical Reasoning	Numerical Ability	Current Affairs

What is the CUET 2027 Eligibility Criteria?

It is mandatory that the aspirant meets the basic eligibility requirements in order to appear for CUET 2027:

Qualification: Class 12 pass or appearing in 2027 from a recognized board.
Minimum Marks: 45% (General) and 40% (SC/ST/OBC).
Age Limit: No age restrictions

What are the CUET 2027 Important Dates?

CUET is typically held in the month of May and is divided among different slots. The following table details the tentative dates for CUET 2027. Please note that these dates are only tentative and are being quoted from the official website of the National Testing Agency.

Event	Dates
CUET 2027 Registration Start Date	January 3, 2027
CUET UG 2027 Registration End Date	January 30, 2027 (up to 11:50 PM)
Last date for fee payment	January 31, 2027 (up to 11:50 PM)
Application Correction Window	February 2-4, 2027
CUET Admit Card Release	To be announced later on the website
CUET 2027 (UG) Exam	May 11-31, 2027 (Tentative)
CUET 2027 Answer Key Release Date	To be announced later on the website
CUET 2027 Result Date	To be announced later on the website
Counselling Session (Tentative)	July 2027 onwards
Announcement of City of CUET UG 2027 exam	To be announced later on the website

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What is the CUET 2027 Application Process?

STEP 1: Access the Registration Form

Find the official online application form from the official NTA website and note down the system-generated Application Number. Create your Password and proceed to choose complete verification as instructed.

STEP 2: Fill in the Application Form

Next, complete the Application Form including filling up personal details and educational qualification. Then, carefully proceed by selecting the university/ programme name, test paper details, examination city. Upload the images and documents (as required).

STEP 3: Upload the needed Documents

Photograph: 10 kb to 200 kb and in JPG/JPEG format.
Signature: 10 kb to 50 kb and in JPG/JPEG format.
Disability/UDID Certificate (if any): Scanned copy between 50 kb to 300 kb.

STEP 4: Fee Payment

After all the formalities are completed, the candidates are required to pay the examination fee online using Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card and UPI. Please note that the fee can not be paid offline.

STEP 5: Downloading Confirmation Page

Once the candidate has successfully paid the fee, they are advised to download, save and print a copy of the Confirmation Page of the Application Form for future reference.

What is the CUET 2027 Application Fee?

CUET follows a unique structure of fee payment which can be determined on the basis of their subject selection. Consult the table below to get an idea of the fee the candidate would be expected to pay.

Category	Up to 3 Subjects	Additional Subject
General (UR)	₹1000	₹400 (each)
OBC (NCL)/EWS	₹900	₹375 (each)
SC/ST/PwBD/Third Gender	₹800	₹350 (each)
Centers Outside India	₹4500	₹1800 (each)

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Which Universities Accept CUET 2027 Score?

The following table helps you understand the universities/colleges that accept the CUET score along with their respective state and city:

University/College	State	City
Aligarh Muslim University	Uttar Pradesh	Aligarh
Assam University	Assam	Silchar
Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University	Uttar Pradesh	Lucknow
Banaras Hindu University	Uttar Pradesh	Varanasi
Central Agricultural University	Manipur	Imphal
Central Sanskrit University	Delhi	New Delhi
Central Tribal University of Andhra Pradesh	Andhra Pradesh	Vizianagaram
Central University of Andhra Pradesh	Andhra Pradesh	Anantapur
Central University of Gujarat	Gujarat	Gandhinagar
Central University of Haryana	Haryana	Mahendragarh
Central University of Himachal Pradesh	Himachal Pradesh	Dharamsala
Central University of Jammu	Jammu and Kashmir	Jammu
Central University of Jharkhand	Jharkhand	Ranchi
Central University of Karnataka	Karnataka	Kalaburagi
Central University of Kashmir	Jammu and Kashmir	Srinagar
Central University of Kerala	Kerala	Kasaragod
Central University of Odisha	Odisha	Koraput
Central University of Punjab	Punjab	Bathinda
Central University of Rajasthan	Rajasthan	Ajmer
Central University of South Bihar	Bihar	Gaya
Central University of Tamil Nadu	Tamil Nadu	Tiruvarur
Delhi University	Delhi	New Delhi
Dr Hari Singh Gour University	Madhya Pradesh	Sagar
Dr Rajendra Prasad Central Agriculture University	Bihar	Samastipur
English and Foreign Languages University	Telangana	Hyderabad
Guru GhasidasVishwavidyalaya	Chhattisgarh	Bilaspur
Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University	Uttarakhand	Srinagar
Indian Maritime University	Tamil Nadu	Chennai
Indira Gandhi National Open University	Delhi	New Delhi
Indira Gandhi National Tribal University	Madhya Pradesh	Amarkantak
Jamia Millia Islamia	Delhi	New Delhi
Jawaharlal Nehru University	Delhi	New Delhi
Mahatma Gandhi Antarrashtriya Hindi Vishwavidyalaya	Maharashtra	Wardha
Mahatma Gandhi Central University	Bihar	Motihari
Manipur University	Manipur	Imphal
Maulana Azad National Urdu University	Telangana	Hyderabad
Mizoram University	Mizoram	Aizawl
Nagaland University	Nagaland	Lumami
Nalanda University	Bihar	Rajgir, Nalanda
National Sanskrit University	Andhra Pradesh	Tirupati
National Sports University	Manipur	Imphal
North-Eastern Hill University	Meghalaya	Shillong
Pondicherry University	Puducherry	Pondicherry
Rajiv Gandhi National Aviation University	Uttar Pradesh	Raebareli
Rajiv Gandhi University	Arunachal Pradesh	Itanagar
Rani Lakshmi Bai Central Agricultural University	Uttar Pradesh	Jhansi
Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri National Sanskrit University	Delhi	New Delhi
Sikkim University	Sikkim	Gangtok
South Asian University	Delhi	New Delhi
Tezpur University	Assam	Tezpur
Tripura University	Tripura	Agartala
University of Allahabad	Uttar Pradesh	Prayagraj
University of Hyderabad	Telangana	Hyderabad
Visva-Bharati University	West Bengal	Santiniketan

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

I am still giving my Class 12 exams. Can I apply for CUET 2027?

A: Yes, students appearing for Class 12 exams in 2027 can apply, provided they meet the minimum eligibility criteria at the time of counseling and/or admissions.

How many times can I appear for CUET?

A: As per rules and regulations defined by NTA, there is no restriction on the number of attempts, as long as candidates meet the eligibility criteria.

Can I edit my CUET 2027 application after submission?

A: NTA usually provides a correction window for limited changes, dates for the same are defined in the official notification.

Can I apply for multiple courses in CUET 2027?

A: Yes. However, it is recommended that the candidate checks the subject requirements of each university before applying.

When will CUET 2027 admit cards be released?

A: CUET 2027 admit cards are generally released in May. Official dates will be confirmed soon.

How do I check my CUET 2027 exam center?

A: Generally, NTA releases the exam city intimation slip before the admit card, mentioning the allotted city. The exact center details will be on the admit card.

Can I change my CUET 2027 exam center?

A: No, exam centers are allotted based on candidate preferences and availability. Changes will not be allowed.

How is the CUET 2027 cut-off decided?

A: CUET cut-offs are defined and decided by universities based on exam difficulty, number of applicants and seat availability.

What happens after CUET 2027 results?

A: After the entrance examination and results, universities conduct their own counselling process based on CUET scores. Candidates must register for university counselling and participate in seat allocation rounds.