CUET Entrance Exam 2024 Notification, Application Form, CUET Syllabus, Registration, CUET Eligibility

CUET which stands for Common University Entrance Test was earlier known as Central University Common Entrance Test -CUCET which is a National Level Exam conducted by National Testing Agency (NTA) for admissions to different undergraduate and postgraduate programs. It is conducted once a year being one of the reasons why students eagerly wait for CUET Applications. CUCET 2024 scores will be accepted by nearly 256 (44 central universities & 212 other universities) universities including central, state, deemed and private univeristies to take nearly 1.8 lakh admissions. According to NTA, CUCET 2024 Exam will be held in multiple shifts within 10-15 days.CUET exam is scheduled from May 15, 2024, to May 31, 2024. It is going to take place in 388 in India and 24 outside India. The CUET exam will be conducted in a CBM i.e. Computer Based Mode. CUCET 2024 Application Form Date has been out from 27th February 2024 to 26th March 2024. Any student who is a 12th pass out can apply for the CUET exam but 12th scores will not carry any weightage as their admissions will be CUCET scores based. Candidates can check the CUET 2024 Syllabus by clicking on the provided link. The CUET 2024 will take place in two slots.

 

 

CUET 2024 Important Dates

Events CUET 2024 Dates
CUET Application form 27th February 2024
CUET Application form ends 26th March 2024
CUET Application form correction window March 28-29, 2024
Last date to pay the Application Fees for UG 26th March 2024
Release of Admit card UG 2nd Week of May 2024
CUET 2024 Exam Dates for UG  May 15 to 31, 2024
Provisional CUET answer key 2023 To be Announced
Last date for Raising Objections against CUET Answer key To be Announced
CUET Answer key To be announced
CUET (UG) 2024 Result June 30, 2024
CUET 2024 Merit List To be announced
 

 

List of Central Universities - CUCET Exam 2024

Before preparing for the CUET exam, have you decided which central university are you looking for? If not, below is the list of Central Universities that are participating in the CUCET 2024.The list is tentative as more universities are getting added.

Name of Universites State
Mahatma Gandhi Cenrtral University Bihar
University of Hyderbad Telangana
Jamia Millia Islamia New Delhi
University of Delhi New Delhi
Jawaharlal Nehru University New Delhi

Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University

Uttarakhand

Visva-Bharati University

West Bengal

University of Allahabad

Uttar Pradesh

Rajiv Gandhi University

Arunachal Pradesh

Tezpur University

Assam

Nagaland University

Nagaland

Central University of Odisha

Odisha

Pondicherry University

Puducherry

English and Foreign Languages University

Telangana

Maulana Azad National Urdu University

Telangana

Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University

Uttar Pradesh

Tripura University

Tripura

Banaras Hindu University

Uttar Pradesh

Mizoram University

Mizoram

Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya,

Chattisgarh

Central Tribal University of Andhra Pradesh

Andhra Pradesh

The National Sanskrit University

Andhra Pradesh

The Central Sanskrit University

New Delhi

Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri National Sanskrit University

New Delhi

Sikkim University

Sikkim

Manipur University

Manipur

Dr. Harisingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya

Madhya Pradesh

Mahatma Gandhi Antarrashtriya Hindi Vishwavidyalaya

Maharashtra

The Indira Gandhi National Tribal University

Madhya Pradesh

Central University of Himachal Pradesh

Himachal Pradesh

Central University of Kashmir

Jammu and Kashmir

Central Agricultural University

Manipur

Central University of Jammu

Jammu and Kashmir

Central University of Haryana

Haryana

Central University of South Bihar

Bihar

Central University of Karnataka

Karnataka

Central University of Rajasthan

Rajasthan

Central University of Jharkhand

Jharkhand

Central University of Kerala

Kerala

Central University of Andhra Pradesh

Andhra Pradesh

Assam University, Silchar

Assam

Central University of Gujarat

Gujarat

Central University of Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu

Aligarh Muslim University

New Delhi

 

CUET (UG) - 2024 State University

Names of Universities

State

Devi Ahilya Vishwavidhyalaya

Madhya Pradesh

Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University

Uttar Pradesh

Dr B R Ambedkar School of Economics

Karnataka

Barkatullah University

Bhopal

Dr B R Ambedkar University of Delhi

New Delhi

Cluster University of Jammu Jammu
Delhi Skill And Entrepreneurship University New Delhi
Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University New Delhi
University of Jammu Jammu
Jharkhand Raksha Shakti University

Jharkhand

Madan Mohan Malviya University of Technology

Uttar Pradesh

Sardar Patel University Of Police Security And Criminal Justice

Rajasthan

Vikram University

Madhya Pradesh

Cotton University Assam
Govt. College For Women, Parade Ground Jammu
Harcourt Butler Technical University Uttar Pradesh
Indira Gandhi Delhi Technical University for Women Delhi
Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University Uttar Pradesh
Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University Jammu and Kashmir
Cluster University of Srinagar Jammu and Kashmir
Binod Bihari Mahto Koyalanchal University, Dhanbad Jharkhand
Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti Language University Uttar Pradesh
University of Kashmir Jammu and Kashmir
Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah University Jammu and Kashmir
Bhattadev University Assam
Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee University Ranchi
Sido Kanhu Murmu University, Dumka Jharkhand
Vinoba Bhave University Hazirabag
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar School Of Economics University Delhi
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University Delhi Delhi
Islamia College of Science and Commerce Jammu and Kashmir
Islamic University of Science and Technology, Kashmir Jammu and Kashmir
Delhi Technological University Delhi
Kolhan University Jharkhand
 
Nilamber Pitamber University Jharkhand
 
OPJS University churu Rajasthan
Ranchi University Jharkhand
KR Mangalam University, Gurugram Haryana
The University of Petroleum and Energy Studies (UPES), Gurugram
 
Haryana
 
Government College for Women Parade Ground (Jammu)
 
Jammu
Sarla Birla University, Ranchi Jharkhand
 
Ramchandra Chandravansi University, Bishrampur, Palamu
 
Jharkhand
 
University of Science and Technology, Meghalaya (USTM) Meghalaya
HSNC University (Mumbai) Mumbai

 

CUET 2024 Deemed University

Names of Universities

State

Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education For Women

Tamil Nadu

Chinmaya Vishwavidyapeeth

Kerala
Footwear Design And Development Institute

Dayalbagh Educational Institute

Uttar Pradesh

Gujarat Vidyapith

Gujarat

Gurukula Kangri

Uttarakhand

Manav Rachna International Institute Of Research And Studies

Haryana

Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda Educational and Research Institute

West Bengal

Shobhit University

Uttar Pradesh

Tata Institute of Social Sciences

Maharashtra

The Gandhigram Rural Institute

Gujarat

Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research Maharashtra
Lakshmibai National Institute Of Physical Education Madhya Pradesh
Koneru Lakshmaiah Education Foundation Andhra Pradesh
Yenepoya University Karnataka
Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science New Delhi
Maharishi Markandeshwar Deemed to be University Haryana
Gandhi Institute of Technology And Management - Bengaluru, Karnataka (Off Campus) Karnataka
Gandhi Institute of Technology And Management - Hyderabad, Telangana (Off Campus) Hyderabad
Gandhi Institute of Technology And Management - Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh (Main Campus) Visakhapatnam
Govt. Degree College (Autonomous), Baramulla Baramulla
Graphic Era University Dehradun Dehradun
Jamia Hamdard New Delhi
Jaypee Institute of Information Technology Uttar Pradesh
Kalasalingam Academy Of Research And Education Tamil Nadu
Nehru Gram Bharati Allahabad
Lingaya's Vidyapeeth Haryana
Noorul Islam Centre for Higher Education Tamil Nadu
Vinayaka Mission's Research Foundation Tamil Nadu
SRM Institute of Science and Technology Uttar Pradesh
Tilak Maharashtra Vidyapeeth, Pune (Maharashtra) Maharashtra
JAIN (Deemed-to-be University), Bangalore Karnataka

 

CUET Private University 2024

Names of Universities

State

Apex University

Rajasthan

Apeejay Stya University

Haryana

Arunachal University Of Studies

Arunachal Pradesh

ASBM University

Odisha

Bahra University (Shimla Hills)

Himachal Pradesh
G D Goenka University Haryana

Geeta University

Haryana

GLA University Mathura

Uttar Pradesh

Himalayan University Itanagar

Arunachal Pradesh

Invertis University

Uttar Pradesh

Lovely Professional University

Punjab

Manav Rachna University

Haryana

Mangalayatan University, Aligarh

Uttar Pradesh

Mangalayatan University Jabalpur

Uttar Pradesh

Mody University

Rajasthan

Nicmar University, Pune

Maharashtra

Nirwan University, Jaipur

Rajasthan

Shoolini University

Himachal Pradesh

Sikkim Professional University

Assam

Suresh Gyan Vihar University Jaipur

Rajasthan

Vivekananda Global University

Rajasthan
Bennett University

Uttar Pradesh

BML Munjal University

Haryana

Career Point University

Rajasthan

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj University

Maharashtra

Galgotias University

Uttar Pradesh

IES University

Madhya Pradesh

IIMT University

Uttar Pradesh

Jagan Nath University Bahadurgarh Haryana

Haryana

Jagannath University

Rajasthan

Jaypee University of Information Technology

Uttar Pradesh

K R Mangalam University

Haryana

Mewar University

Rajasthan

NIIT University

Rajasthan

RNB Global University

Rajasthan

Shobhit University

Uttar Pradesh

SRM University

Andhra Pradesh

Teerthanker Mahaveer University

Uttar Pradesh

Chanakya University Karnatka
IILM University, Greater Noida Uttar Pradesh
IILM University, Gurugram Haryana
ITM University Gwalior Madhya Pradesh
K.R. Mangalam University Haryana
Noida International University Uttar Pradesh
Sangam University Rajasthan
Sanskriti University Uttar Pradesh
Sharda University Uttar Pradesh
Shri Ramswaroop Memorial University Uttar Pradesh
The ICFAI University, Jharkhand Jharkhand
 
United University, Prayagraj Uttar Pradesh
University Of Engineering And Technology Roorkee Uttrakhand
UPES - Dehradun Uttrakhand
Usha Martin University Jharkhand
Chitkara University, Himachal Pradesh Himachal Pradesh
Chitkara University, Punjab Punjab
Jamshedpur Women's University Jharkhand
Joy University Tamil Nadu
K.R. Mangalam University Tamil Nadu
Karnavati University Gujarat
MVN University Uttar Pradesh
Shoolini University Himachal Pradesh
Shri Khushal Das University, Hanumangarh Rajasthan
Somaiya Vidyavihar University Mumbai
Sushant University Haryana
Swami Vivekananda Yoga Anusandhana Samsthana Karnataka
University Of Engineering And Technology Roorkee Uttrakhand
Uttaranchal University Uttrakhand
AISECT University Jharkhand
AKS University Madhya Pradesh
Alliance University Karnataka
Amity University Chhattisgarh Chhattisgarh
Amity University Gurugram Haryana
Amity University Gwalior Madhya Pradesh
Amity University Jaipur Rajasthan
Amity University Mumbai Mumbai
Amity University Noida Uttar Pradesh
Amity University Patna Bihar
Amity University Punjab Punjab
Amity University Jharkhand Jharkhand
 
Amity University Kolkata Kolkata
 
Amity University Lucknow Lucknow
 
ARKA Jain University Jharkhand
Bhagwant University Rajasthan
Bharatiya Engineering Science And Technology Innovation University Andhra Pradesh
Capital University, Koderma, Jharkhand Jharkhand
Dav University Jalandhar Punjab
Graphic Era Hill University, Haldwani Uttrakhand
Graphic Era Hill University, Bhimtal Uttrakhand
Graphic Era HILL University (3 campuses: Dehradun, Bhimtal, and Haldwani) Uttrakhand
 
IMS Unison University Dehradun
Jharkhand Rai University Jharkhand
K. K. Modi University Chattisgarh
Lohit's Academy College of Commerce Bangalore
Manipal University Jaipur Rajasthan
Mansarovar Global University Madhya Pradesh
Netaji Subhas University Jharkhand
Nowgong College Assam
Presidency University Kolkata
Radha Govind University, Jharkhand Jharkhand
Ram Krishna Dharmarth Foundation (Rkdf) University Kolkata
Sai Nath University Jharkhand
Sarala Birla University Ranchi
SHRI Venkateshwara University Uttar Pradesh
Shyam University, Dausa, Rajasthan Rajasthan
Srinath University Jharkhand
Surajmal University Uttrakhand
Svkm's Mithibai College Of Arts, Chauhan Institute Of Science Amrutben Jivanlal College Of Commerce And Economics (Autonomous) Mumbai
Swami Vivekanand Subharti University Uttar Pradesh
Tribhuvan College of Environment & Development Sciences Rajasthan
World University Of Design Haryana
YBN University Jharkhand
Parul University Vadodara
 
Quantum University Roorkee
Rama University Uttar Pradesh
Ramachandra Chandravansi University Jharkhand
 
School of Management Sciences Varanasi
SRM university Delhi
Hi-Tech Institute of Engineering & Technology, Ghaziabad Uttar Pradesh
 
SVKM's Narsee Monjee College Of Commerce And Economics (Autonomous) Mumbai
Guru Kashi University, Punjab Punjab
SGT University (Shree Guru Gobind Singh Tricentenary University) Gurugram
 
Madhav University, Pindwara
 
Rajasthan
ITM Vocational University, Vadodara Gujarat
ITM Skills University, Navi Mumbai Maharashtra
University of Technology Rajasthan
Om Sterling Global University, Hisar Haryana
The ICFAI University, Dehradun (Uttarakhand) Uttarakhand
Gopal Narayan Singh University Bihar
CT University, Ludhiana (Punjab) Punjab
Scope Global Skill University, Bhopal Bhopal
Dr. C. V. Raman University, Vaishali (Bihar) Bihar
Rabindranath Tagore University, Raisen (M.P.) Madhya Pradesh
The ICFAI University, Tripura Tripura
IFTM University, Moradabad (Uttar Pradesh) Uttar Pradesh

 

CUET 2024- Other Participating Universities

Apart from the Central Universities, Deemed Universities and Private Universities, these universities are also participating in the CUET 2024 Exam.

CUET 2024- Other Participating Universities
Universities State
Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) Delhi
Indian Culinary Institute Uttar Pradesh
Indian Institute of Tourism & Travel Management Madhya Pradesh

 

CUET 2024 Participating Universities - Seats

Names of Universities

Codes

Total Number of Seats

Central University of Jammu

CUJAM

1364

Central University of Haryana

CUHAR

1132

Central University of Punjab

CUPUN

853

Central University of South Bihar

CUSBR

1115

Central University of Jharkhand

CUJHD

782

Central University of Karnataka

CUKNK

631

Central University of Rajasthan

CURAJ

1030

Central University of Kerala

CUKER

1009

Central University of Tamil Nadu

CUTND

1129

Central University of Gujarat

CUGUJ

660

Central University of Andhra Pradesh

CUAPH

195

Assam University, Silchar

CUASM

78

 

Top 10 Universities Under CUET 

Below we have provided a table showing the top 10 universities that are under the CUET 2024 based on the NIRF 2023 Ranking.

Top 10 Universities Under CUET
S.No. Name of the University
1 Jawaharlal Nehru University
2 Jamia Millia Islamia
3 Banaras Hindu University
4 Aligarh Muslim University
5 University of Hyderabad
6 University of Delhi
7 University of Kashmir
8 Lovely Professional University
9 Delhi Technological University
10 Jamia Hamdard

 

How to Apply For CUET UG Exam 2024 ?

Students who are searching for the best central universities for admissions need to apply for the CUCET Exam 2024. Want to know the CUET exam Application Process? Below are the steps that will help you apply for the exam easily & quickly. 

Step 1 - Click on the CUET link provided

Step 2 - Click on New Registration Option and enter the details required like name, father’s name, address, educational qualification, etc.

Step 3 - Upload the documents like SSC Certificate, Category Certificate, etc.

Step 4 - Upload a recent passport-size photograph. 

Step 5 - Pay the required fees and click on Submit

Step 6 - Download and take a printout of the application form for the future.

 

How to Apply for CUET PG Exam 2024:

Step-1: Visit the website of CUET PG 2024

Step-2: Click on the “Register” button.

Step-3: Then create password and choose Security question.

Step-4: Candidates have to fill the details such as Personal, academic details, permanent address, etc.

Step-5: Then candidate must upload the documents such as photograph and signature.

Step-6: Candidates can now proceed to the payment of application form among the different payment options.

Step-7: Take the printout of the application form for future reference.

CUCET Application Fees 2024

The students can pay the CUCET form fees online via Net Banking/UPI/Credit Card or Debit Card. The CUCET application fees vary according to the categories, so students can pay accordingly. Below are the CUCET fees for consideration -

CUCET (UG) 2024 Application Fee

Centres in India Centres outside India
No. of Subjects General (UR) OBC-NCL / EWS SC/ST/PwBD/Third Gender
Up to 03 subjects 750/- 700/- 650/- 3750/-
Up to 07 subjects 1500/- 1400/- 1300/- 7500/-
Up to 10 subjects 1750/- 1650/- 1550/- 11000/-

 

CUCET (PG) 2024 Application Fee

Category Centres in India (For up to 3 test papers) Centres in India (Per paper) Centres outside India
General/ UN-Reserved Rs. 800/- Rs.200/- Rs. 4000/- (For up to 3 papers)

Rs. 1000/- (For up to 1 paper)

General-EWS/ OBC-NCL Rs. 600/- Rs.150/-
SC/ ST/ 3rd Gender Rs. 550/- Rs.150/-
PWBD Rs.500/- Rs.150/-

 

CUET UG & PG 2024 Eligibility Criteria 

  • The candidate must be a citizen of India to be eligible for the CUCET 2024 examination.
  • The candidate should have passed Class 12th from any recognized board.
  • Candidate should be a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field from any recognized university if applying for the PG.
  • Appearing candidates can also apply for this examination but they will have to submit proof of passing the examination before the prescribed date.

 

CUCET Syllabus 2024

As the CUET exam is around the corner, students might be worried about the preparations for the exam. CUCET Syllabus is determined by the NTA according to which exam paper is created for the students to take the examination. The syllabus plays a vital role as it helps the students understand the chapters and units that will help them score well and clear the CUCET entrance exam. Referring to the syllabus will help students plan their timetable & exam strategy. Below is the CUCET Syllabus 2024. (Expected) For more details regarding the exam, candidates can go through the official link of CUET.

CUET Subjects

  1. English Language - Comprehension Passages, Fundamentals of grammar- incorrect sentences, filling blanks in sentences with appropriate words, etc, Vocabulary- synonyms, antonyms
  2. Numerical Ability - Arithmetic, Number system, Basics of algebra, Modern maths
  3. General Awareness and Current Affairs - Static general knowledge, Current Affairs (national & international current affairs)
  4. Logical & Analytical Reasoning- Syllogisms, Logical sequences, Analogies, Series, Directions, Cocks & calendars, Seating Arrangements, Puzzles

 

CUET PG 2024 Syllabus

The syllabus for CUET PG 2024 will be based on the 12th class syllabus. The subjects in CUET PG syllabus 2024 are given below:

  • Agriculture Science
  • Anthropology
  • Applied Arts
  • Biochemistry
  • Botany
  • Civil Engineering
  • Date Science, Artificial intelligence
  • Fine arts
  • Mathematics
  • Odia
  • Physics
  • Power and Energy engineering
  • Telugu

FAQs

Q- What is the exam date for CUET 2024?

A- National Testing Agency (NTA) has scheduled the CUET 2024 for undergraduate and postgraduate courses from May 15 to 31, 2024 and March 11 to 28, 2024. The CUET UG Application forms were out on 27th February 2024 to 26th March 2024 & CUET PG Application forms were out on 26th December 2023 to 24th January 2024 for the candidates to apply for the exam.

Q- How is the CUET exam conducted?

A- The CUET exam 2024 is conducted by NTA in two shifts. The first shift is in the  morning which starts at 9 am till 12:15 pm and then in the afternoon from 3 pm to 6:45 pm. Candidates need to take a total of 9 tests that cover all three sections - Section I, Section 2, and Section 3. They need to opt for a maximum of 2 languages from Section I, a maximum of 6 Domain Subjects from Section II and 1 General Test. In the first slot, candidates can opt for any one language from Section I and can choose a maximum of 2 subjects from Section II - domain subjects and the General Test which is obvious to attend. In the next slot, they can choose any one language from Section I and a maximum of 4 domain subjects from Section II.

Q- Which Universities are participating in the CUET exam 2024?

A- There are at present more than 256 universities including central, state, private, and deemed universities that are participating in the CUET exam 2024. The list is as follows Tezpur University-Assam-Tezpur, Dr. Hari Singh Gour University-Madhya Pradesh- Sagar, Delhi University, Aligarh Muslim University, Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University, Jamia Millia Islamia, Banaras Hindu University, Jawaharlal Nehru University, etc. Candidates can click on the link and visit the CUET official website.

Q- How to Prepare for CUET 2024?

A- It's obvious, that lakhs of candidates will be applying for the CUET exam but with hard work, consistency, and dedication, candidates can easily crack it. Candidates can follow a few tips to prepare for CUET exam.

  1. It's very important to go through the CUET Syllabus and Patten to get familiar with the important topics.
  2. Candidates must clear their basics and concepts to understand the depth of the topic.
  3. Make it a habit of reading newspapers, and magazines every day to be well updated with the current affairs and news around the world.
  4. Always be positive and motivated which will help you overcome the hurdles
  5. Keep practicing questions from test papers, mock tests, and question papers to improve your speed and time management. Candidates must solve CUET previous year's question papers to bring accuracy.
Q- Is CUET easy or NEET?

A- CUET and JEE exams both are national-level exams and having a similar syllabus makes their difficulty level from easy to moderate. Their syllabus is based on 11th and 12th Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics.