Introduction
Are you anxiously running the calendar, waiting for CUET UG 2025 dates? You’re not alone. Over 1.35 million students registered for the CUET UG between May 13 and June 3, 2025, signaling fierce competition. Let’s demystify the schedule, uncover registration deadlines, and offer a roadmap to ace this crucial step.
1. CUET UG 2025: Exam Dates Confirmed
- Official exam window: May 13 – June 3, 2025 — adopted by NTA after a 5‑day shift from the initially planned start of May 8.
- Conducted entirely in CBT mode, across multiple shifts per day.
Tip: Double-check shift-wise subjects on the NTA portal – slips usually include your subject-time mapping.
2. Registration Last Date & Key Deadlines (India)
- Application opened: March 1, 2025.
- Extended deadline: Submission accepted till March 24, 2025 (11:50 PM IST).
- Fee payment deadline: March 25, 2025 (11:50 PM IST).
- Application correction window: March 26–28, 2025.
Remember: Missing the March 24–25 window could mean missing the exam entirely. So don’t wait till the last day!
3. Advance City Intimation & Admit Card
- City Intimation Slip released May 7, 2025. This tells you the exam city, helping plan travel; not the admit card.
- Admit Cards: Typically available 4 days before your shift – around May 9–10, though official portal now reports may start May 10–13.
Pro Tip: Download admit cards ASAP, print them with a valid photo ID shortlisted in the instructions.
4. After the Exam: Results & Counselling
- Results: Officially declared in late June or early July 2025. Over 1.35 million candidates will receive percentile-based scorecards to apply to institutions.
- UG Counselling/Admissions typically begin mid-July. For instance, Allahabad University admissions opened July 16–26, 2025.
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Comprehensive Timeline (India Perspective)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| App opens | March 1, 2025 |
| Registration closes | March 24, 2025 (11:50 PM IST) |
| Fee payment deadline | March 25, 2025 (11:50 PM IST) |
| Correction window | March 26–28, 2025 |
| City intimation slip | May 7, 2025 |
| Admit card release | ~May 9–12, 2025 |
| CUET UG exam | May 13 – June 3, 2025 |
| Answer key | Mid June (tentative) |
| Results | Late June or early July 2025 |
| UG counselling | Mid July 2025 onwards |
5. Study Strategy: How to Prepare Alongside Exam Prep
- Plan logistics early
Once you have your city slip by May 7, book accommodations and travel, especially if you need to commute internationally or across cities. - Shift‑wise subject prep
Track which subject you have in which shift; mock-test accordingly. Simulate real CBT shifts. - Check admit card details
Watch for errors in name, DOB, exam city, and reach out to NTA helpline (011‑40759000) immediately. - After the exam
Review the answer key (typically mid‑June), compare with your responses, and start finalizing university/counselling choices.
FAQs: About CUET UG 2025
What if I missed the March 24 deadline?
Sadly, applications won’t be accepted after 11:50 PM IST on March 24, 2025. Fee payment after that is also invalid.
City slip isn’t out yet—what should I do?
The slip goes live on May 7, 2025. If it’s delayed or you’re challenging info, call NTA helpline 011‑40759000.
Admit card still missing?
Try logging in again on May 11–12, or clear cache and re-download. Admit cards are released 4 days before your exam date.
When does counselling start?
Typically shortly after results. As a guide, Allahabad University launched admissions from July 16–26, 2025.
Conclusion
If you’re gearing up to smash CUET UG 2025, this detailed schedule can be your trusted roadmap—mark those March and May dates, manage travel, and prep strategically. Want a handy checklist PDF you can print for tracking every step? Grab our free CUET UG Prep Toolkit.
Have doubts? Feel free to ask—whether it’s about fee issues, admit card hiccups, or exam-day nerves—I’ve got you.
