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Conducting Authority: National Testing Agency
All-India computerized entrance test conducted by the NTA for admission to undergraduate degree programs across Central, State, and participating private universities.
Standard examination delivery mode, total testing duration, and section-wise paper blueprint for Common University Entrance Test (UG).
Exact scoring methodology applied during computerized evaluation by National Testing Agency.
| Response Type | Mark Allocation | Rule Description |
|---|---|---|
| Correct Answer | +5 marks | Awarded for each question answered accurately matching the final official answer key. |
| Incorrect Answer (Negative Penalty) | -1 mark for each wrong answer | Deducted from candidate's aggregate score for wrong choices to discourage randomized guessing. |
| Unattempted Question | 0 marks | Zero marks awarded or deducted for questions left blank or marked for review without choosing an option. |
Mandatory educational benchmarks and relaxed qualifying guidelines for Common University Entrance Test (UG).
Recognized 10+2 Higher Secondary Certificate or Bachelor Degree depending on the level of examination.
50% aggregate marks in qualifying exam (45% for SC/ST/PwD candidates).
As notified officially in the examination information bulletin.
As prescribed by the conducting statutory authority.
Under the National Education Policy, Common University Entrance Test (UG) question papers are delivered in multiple regional language mediums.
Official non-refundable application processing charges officially notified by National Testing Agency.
Candidates qualifying in Common University Entrance Test (UG) are allocated seats via CUET-SAMARTH centralized admission portal & individual central university portals. The centralized allotment process encompasses registration, choice locking of institutes/branches, multi-round merit seat allotments, and physical/online document verification.
Verified IITs, NITs, AIIMS, NLUs, and Central Universities that officially allocate seats through this examination.
Central University established by an Act of Parliament and funded by the University Grants Commission (UGC) offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and research degrees.
Central University established by an Act of Parliament and funded by the University Grants Commission (UGC) offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and research degrees.
Central University established by an Act of Parliament and funded by the University Grants Commission (UGC) offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and research degrees.
Central University established by an Act of Parliament and funded by the University Grants Commission (UGC) offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and research degrees.
Central University established by an Act of Parliament and funded by the University Grants Commission (UGC) offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and research degrees.
Central University established by an Act of Parliament and funded by the University Grants Commission (UGC) offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and research degrees.
Central University established by an Act of Parliament and funded by the University Grants Commission (UGC) offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and research degrees.
Central University established by an Act of Parliament and funded by the University Grants Commission (UGC) offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and research degrees.
Central University established by an Act of Parliament and funded by the University Grants Commission (UGC) offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and research degrees.
Central University established by an Act of Parliament and funded by the University Grants Commission (UGC) offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and research degrees.
Central University established by an Act of Parliament and funded by the University Grants Commission (UGC) offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and research degrees.
Central University established by an Act of Parliament and funded by the University Grants Commission (UGC) offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and research degrees.
Central welfare and higher education scholarship schemes accessible upon qualifying and securing admission.
Scholarship granting ₹50,000 per annum to meritorious female students pursuing technical degree and diploma courses in AICTE-approved institutions.
Premier higher education scholarship covering 100% compulsory non-refundable fees and monthly maintenance allowances for SC students pursuing post-secondary degrees.
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