The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially declared the CUET UG 2026 Result today. Candidates who appeared for the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) can now access their scorecards through the official CUET website.
CUET UG is one of India’s largest entrance examinations for undergraduate admissions in Central Universities and several participating universities across the country. This year, the exam witnessed a significant increase in registrations, especially among female candidates.
CUET UG 2026 Result: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Common University Entrance Test (CUET UG) 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Exam Dates | 13 to 31 May 2026 and 06 to 07 June 2026 |
| Result Date | 23 June 2026 |
| Registered Candidates | 15,68,867 |
| Appeared Candidates | 11,64,098 |
| Official Website | cuet.nta.nic.in |
How to Download CUET UG 2026 Scorecard?
Candidates can follow these simple steps to download their CUET UG 2026 scorecard:
- Visit the official CUET website: cuet.nta.nic.in.
- Click on the “CUET UG 2026 Scorecard/Result” link available on the homepage.
- Enter your Application Number, Date of Birth, and Security Pin.
- Click on the Submit/Login button.
- Your CUET UG 2026 scorecard will appear on the screen.
- Check all the details carefully, including subject-wise scores and percentile scores.
- Download the scorecard PDF and take a printout for future admission and counselling purposes.
Details Mentioned on CUET UG 2026 Scorecard
Students should verify the following information on their scorecard:
- Candidate’s Name
- Application Number
- Roll Number
- Category
- Gender
- Date of Birth
- Subject-wise NTA Scores
- Percentile Scores
- Overall Performance
- Qualifying Status
Important Note for Students
The CUET UG 2026 scorecard is an important document required during university admissions and counselling. Candidates are advised to keep multiple copies of the scorecard and regularly visit the websites of their preferred universities for admission updates and counselling schedules.
CUET UG 2026: Major Highlights
The CUET UG 2026 examination was conducted for admission to undergraduate programmes offered by Central Universities and other participating institutions.
Some notable highlights include:
- 15,68,867 unique candidates registered for the examination.
- Students could choose up to five subjects.
- A total of 67,56,327 subject test registrations were recorded.
- The exam was conducted across 321 cities in India and abroad.
- The test was held in 35 shifts over 29 days.
- Question papers were available in 13 languages, including English, Hindi, Bengali, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu, Marathi, Punjabi, Gujarati, Malayalam, Kannada, Assamese, and Odia.
More Female Candidates Participated This Year
NTA reported a significant rise in registrations compared to CUET UG 2025.
| Parameter | CUET UG 2025 | CUET UG 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Candidates | 13,54,699 | 15,68,867 |
| Appeared Candidates | 10,71,735 | 11,64,098 |
| Subject Tests Registered | 58,18,608 | 67,56,327 |
| Subject Tests Appeared | 44,75,444 | 49,05,176 |
The agency noted that registrations increased by more than 15%, while the number of female candidates increased by nearly 20%, reducing the gender gap compared to the previous year.
Category-Wise Candidate Statistics
Registered and Appeared Candidates
| Category | Registered | Appeared |
|---|---|---|
| EWS | 86,749 | 67,859 |
| General | 6,86,419 | 4,98,652 |
| OBC-NCL | 5,28,838 | 4,01,471 |
| SC | 1,71,397 | 1,28,871 |
| ST | 95,464 | 67,245 |
| Total | 15,68,867 | 11,64,098 |
Gender-Wise Participation
| Gender | Registered | Appeared |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 7,74,607 | 5,85,596 |
| Male | 7,94,257 | 5,78,500 |
| Third Gender | 3 | 2 |
| Total | 15,68,867 | 11,64,098 |
Medium-Wise Registrations
English remained the most preferred language among candidates.
| Medium | Registered | Appeared |
|---|---|---|
| English | 13,22,441 | 9,76,177 |
| Hindi | 2,18,058 | 1,70,773 |
| Bengali | 11,857 | 7,989 |
| Tamil | 11,169 | 6,204 |
| Assamese | 2,455 | 1,166 |
| Gujarati | 848 | 491 |
| Malayalam | 705 | 464 |
| Odia | 391 | 260 |
| Telugu | 319 | 185 |
| Urdu | 251 | 176 |
| Marathi | 149 | 85 |
| Punjabi | 115 | 70 |
| Kannada | 109 | 58 |
Subjects with Highest Registrations
The most popular subjects in CUET UG 2026 were:
| Subject | Registered | Appeared | Highest NTA Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 12,64,153 | 9,14,653 | 244.04 |
| Chemistry | 9,51,707 | 6,77,609 | 248.68 |
| General Aptitude Test | 9,15,039 | 6,75,419 | 212.65 |
| Physics | 9,14,649 | 6,47,076 | 241.23 |
| Mathematics | 5,79,990 | 4,01,527 | 242.40 |
| Biology | 5,56,445 | 4,02,844 | 249.70 |
| Economics | 2,48,892 | 1,95,583 | 249.54 |
| Business Studies | 2,30,106 | 1,79,145 | 249.57 |
Subjects Scoring Perfect 250 NTA Score
Several subjects witnessed candidates achieving the highest possible NTA score of 250.00, including:
- Psychology
- Sanskrit
- Odia
Top 5 Aggregate Scores in CUET UG 2026
The highest aggregate NTA scores obtained across five subjects are:
| Rank | Application Number | Aggregate Score |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 263510269243 | 1232.19 |
| 2 | 263510280526 | 1230.82 |
| 3 | 263510250636 | 1207.21 |
| 4 | 263510857590 | 1205.96 |
| 5 | 263510690773 | 1203.78 |
CUET UG 2026 Result Prepared on Final Answer Key
NTA clarified that the CUET UG 2026 result has been prepared using the final answer keys vetted by subject experts. The result was announced within 16 days of the completion of the examination, which is 14 days faster than the previous cycle.
What Happens Next?
NTA only conducts the examination and declares the scorecards. Participating universities will now prepare their own merit lists and conduct counselling based on CUET UG 2026 scores.
Candidates are advised to regularly check the websites of their preferred universities for admission schedules, counselling dates, and seat allotment updates.
Conclusion
CUET UG 2026 witnessed record participation with more than 15.68 lakh registrations and increased female participation. With the results now declared, students can start applying to their desired universities through the respective admission portals. Universities will soon release counselling schedules and merit lists based on CUET UG 2026 scores.
