The National Testing Agency (NTA) has issued a strict advisory for candidates appearing for the Common University Entrance Test [CUET (UG)]-2026, directing them to update their Aadhaar Card, Disability Certificate, UDID Card, and Category Certificate (EWS/SC/ST/OBC-NCL) before filling the online application. The move is aimed at preventing discrepancies, grievances, or rejection of applications during later stages of the process.
CUET UG 2026 important details released
The National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct the Common University Entrance Test [CUET (UG)]-2026 in May 2026. The online application form will be made available on the NTA website https://cuet.nta.nic.in/.
In a public notice dated 04 December 2025, the NTA has advised all eligible aspirants to ensure the following documents are updated well in advance before applying for CUET (UG)-2026:
- Aadhaar Card: Should be updated with correct name, date of birth (as per class 10 certificate), latest photograph, address, and father’s name.
- UDID Card / Disability Certificate: For Persons with Disabilities, the UDID Card or Disability Certificate should be valid, updated, and renewed as required.
- Category Certificate: The category certificate (EWS/SC/ST/OBC-NCL) should be updated and valid.
Aspirants are advised to regularly visit the NTA official websites https://nta.ac.in and https://cuet.nta.nic.in/ for further updates, instructions, and notices regarding CUET (UG)-2026.
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Mandatory compliance with documentation
The advisory underlines that only those candidates who furnish updated and valid documents as prescribed by the NTA will be able to avoid discrepancies during the application and admission process. CUET UG aspirants are urged to meticulously ensure that their documents are updated in advance, as incomplete or outdated documents may lead to rejection.
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Documents required to be updated for CUET UG 2026
Here are the documents required to be updated:
Aadhaar Card
- Must have correct name, date of birth (as per class 10 certificate), latest photograph, address, and father’s name.
UDID Card / Disability Certificate
- Should be valid and updated for Persons with Disabilities.
Category Certificate (EWS/SC/ST/OBC-NCL)
- Must be updated and currently valid.
Candidates are advised to remain in close touch with the NTA official portals at https://nta.ac.in and https://cuet.nta.nic.in/ for real-time updates and any further instructions related to document submission. The NTA has reiterated that non-compliance with the document update advisory may result in difficulties during the application process.
FAQs:
1. Which documents need updating for CUET UG 2026?
Aadhaar Card, UDID/Disability Certificate (if applicable), and Category Certificate (EWS/SC/ST/OBC-NCL) must be valid and updated.
2. Why is this update important?
To avoid discrepancies, grievances, or rejection of your application during the CUET UG 2026 admission process.
3. Where can I check for updates?
Regularly visit the official NTA websites: https://nta.ac.in and https://cuet.nta.nic.in/.