CUET UG 2025: NTA To Begin Registration Soon; Key Updates, Changes And Important Dates

The National Testing Agency (NTA) is set to commence the registration process for the Common University Entrance Test Undergraduate (CUET UG) 2025 in the coming days. Aspirants seeking admission into undergraduate programs at Central Universities (CUs) and other participating institutions must apply through the official website cuet.nta.nic.in once the registration link is activated.

This year, CUET UG 2025 comes with several major changes, making the process more streamlined and student-friendly. Here’s everything you need to know about the registration process, key updates, and exam schedule.

CUET UG 2025: Major Changes You Should Know

The University Grants Commission (UGC) has introduced notable reforms to the CUET UG exam pattern for 2025. The key modifications include:

Fully Computer-Based Exam: Unlike previous years’ hybrid model, CUET UG 2025 will be conducted entirely in a Computer-Based Test (CBT) format.

Reduced Number of Subjects: The number of subject options has been reduced from 63 to 37. Admissions for discontinued subjects will now rely on the General Aptitude Test (GAT) scores.

Fixed Exam Duration: Each subject test will now have a fixed duration of 60 minutes, ensuring uniformity in the assessment process.

New Question Paper Format: Every exam will have 50 compulsory questions—removing the previous option to skip or select among different questions.

More Flexibility in Subject Choices: Candidates can now opt for subjects they did not study in Class 12, allowing greater interdisciplinary learning opportunities.

CUET UG 2025: Step-by-Step Registration Guide

Once the application process begins, candidates can follow these simple steps to register:

1. Visit the official CUET UG website – cuet.nta.nic.in
2. Click on the “CUET UG 2025 Application” link on the homepage.
3. Complete the registration to generate login credentials.
4. Fill in the application form with the required details and upload necessary documents.
5. Pay the application fee as per your category.
6. Verify all details and submit the form before the deadline.
7. Download and save the confirmation page for future reference.

CUET UG 2025: Expected Important Dates

CUET UG 2025 Events	Expected Dates
Application form release	February 2025 (Soon!)
Last date to register	First week of April 2025
Application correction window	Second week of April 2025
Exam city intimation	Last week of April 2025
Admit card release	Second week of May 2025
CUET UG 2025 Exam Dates	Third week of May 2025 onwards

CUET UG 2025: Exam Pattern

CUET UG 2025 will be divided into three sections, as detailed below:

Section	Number of Questions	Duration
Section I – Language	50	60 minutes
Section II – Domain-Specific	50	60 minutes
Section III – General Aptitude Test (GAT)	50	60 minutes

CUET UG 2025: Application Fees

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

CUET UG 2025: Participating Universities

A total of 287 universities will accept CUET UG 2025 scores, including:

• 46 Central Universities
• 41 State Universities
• 10 Government Institutions
• 30 Deemed Universities
• 160 Private Universities

For the full list of participating universities, candidates should visit the official CUET UG website.

What Should Aspirants Do Now?

With CUET UG 2025 approaching fast, candidates should:

• Regularly check the official website (cuet.nta.nic.in) for updates.
• Start preparing for the revised exam pattern and syllabus.
• Keep important documents (photo ID, Class 10 & 12 mark sheets) ready for registration.

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