CUET Eligibility 2025: Check Education Qualification, Age Limit, & Nationality Requirements

The Common University Entrance Test (CUET) eligibility criteria is set up by the National Testing Agency. Candidates who wish to apply must fulfill the criteria. The CUET UG exam is scheduled to be conducted in May 2025.

Abhishek AroraUpdated on : Sep 03 2024 11:41 IST

CUET UG Eligibility 2025

CUET Eligibility 2025: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has mentioned the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) eligibility criteria on its official website. The CUET 2025 exam is conducted for admission to undergraduate courses at different central universities and other CUET-participating institutions. The eligibility requirements decide whether or not the aspiring student is qualified to take the exam. Candidates must make sure they meet all the eligibility requirements failing which they will be barred from the CUET selection process.

The list of requirements for CUET-UG eligibility revolves around the candidate's age limit and educational qualifications. It should be noted that eligibility requirements may change depending on the programmes and universities applicants are interested in attending. On the official website, the CUET 2025 application form is most likely to be published shortly. Interested individuals who meet the requirements can fill out the application with their personal and academic details.

The CUET exam is scheduled to be conducted in May 2025. Following the successful conclusion of the exam, the CUET 2025 result will be tentatively released in June 2025. The selected candidates will then be called for the CUET counselling round following which the seat allocation results will be announced.

CUET Eligibility 2025

The eligibility criteria for the CUET exam is released along with the official notification. The CUET notification will be released by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on its official website. Along with the notification, the CUET application forms will also be released. Students fulfilling the eligibility criteria are required to fill out an application form by paying an application fee of Rs 800.

CUET Eligibility 2025: Education Qualification

The eligibility criteria will be released along with the official notification. The official notification is yet to be released on the official website. Meanwhile, aspiring students can take a look at the previous year's eligibility criteria. Any changes in the eligibility criteria for this year will be updated here.

Candidates must have passed the Class 10+2/equivalent examination.
While taking the Class 12 board examination, candidates can apply for CUET. However, at the time of counselling, they would need to present the passing certificate.

CUET Eligibility 2025: List of Qualifying Examination

The list of qualifying examinations which is accepted in order to be eligible for CUET exam are as follows:

Class 10 + 2
Intermediate or two-year Pre-University
Final examination of the two-year course of the Joint Services Wing of the National Defence Academy
Class 10 +2 by NIOS
Higher Secondary Certificate Vocational Examination
Diploma recognized by AICTE or a State Board (Minimum Duration of course should be 3 years)
General Certificate Education - Advanced (A) level
High School Certificate Examination of the Cambridge University or International Baccalaureate Diploma of the International Baccalaureate Office, Geneva.

CUET Eligibility 2025: Nationality

Candidate must be an Indian citizen
A subject of Nepal, Bhutan is also eligible for the CUET exam.
Refugees from Tibet who arrived in India before January 1, 1962, intending to settle permanently.
Permanently migrated to India from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, Vietnam, East African countries Kenya, Uganda, United Republic of Tanzania.

CUET Eligibility 2025: Age Limit

There is no minimum or maximum age to take the CUET Exam 2025. To participate in the exam, candidates must meet the educational requirements. However, students must fulfil the age limit criteria (if any) of the University or Institution in which they are desirous of taking admission.

CUET Eligibility: Number of Attempts

There is no limit to the number of attempts a candidate can take. Aspirants can take the exam as many times provided they fulfil the other eligibility requirements.

CUET Eligibility: Year of Appearance in Qualifying Examination

The eligibility criteria for Class 12 or equivalent examination will be based on the year of appearance, subject to the relevant conditions of the respective Universities/Institutions. Candidates must verify their eligibility by referring to the official websites of the respective Universities/Institutions

CUET Eligibility: University-wise

University	Eligibility Criteria
Aligarh Muslim University	Check Here
Assam University	Check Here
Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University	Check Here
Banaras Hindu University	Check Here
Central Sanskrit University	Check Here
Central Tribal University Of Andhra Pradesh	Check Here
Central University Of Gujarat	Check Here
Central University Of Haryana	Check Here
Central University Of Himachal Pradesh	Check Here
Central University Of Jammu	Check Here
Central University Of Jharkhand	Check Here
Central University Of Karnataka	Check Here
Central University Of Kashmir	Check Here
Central University Of Kerala	Check Here
Central University Of Odisha	Check Here
Central University Of Rajasthan	Check Here
Central University Of South Bihar	Check Here
Central University Of Tamil Nadu	Check Here
Dr. Harisingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya	Check Here
Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya	Check Here
Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University	Check Here
Indira Gandhi National Tribal University	Check Here
Jamia Millia Islamia	Check Here
Jawaharlal Nehru University	Check Here

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is CUET eligibility 2025?

According to the CUET eligibility 2025, students must have scored a minimum of 50% marks in their Class 12. Aspirants from SC/ST category must have 45% marks in their Class 12.

When will the CUET application form 2025 be released?

CUET application forms will be tentatively released in February 2025.

What is the CUET exam date?

The CUET 2025 exam will be conducted in multiple shifts. The exam is scheduled to be conducted likely in May 2025.

What is the age limit for CUET 2025?

There is no age limit for appearing for the CUET exam. Candidates can take the examination at any age provided they fulfil the eligibility requirements prescribed by the concerned authorities.

How many attempts can I give for the CUET exam?

There is no restriction on the number of attempts for the CUET exam. Candidates can take the examination as long as they fulfil the CUET eligibility criteria.