Eligibility Criteria

To apply for the CUET Admission Cum Scholarship Test 2026, students must meet the following eligibility conditions:

1. Nationality

  • Applicants must be Indian citizens and residents of India.

2. Educational Qualification

  • Students currently studying in or who have passed Class 12 (or equivalent examination) from a recognized board are eligible to apply.
  • Candidates appearing for their Class 12 examination in 2026 are also eligible to register.
  • Students who have already taken admission in any college or university must provide valid admission proof during verification.

3. Eligible Courses

  • The CUET Scholarship applies to students seeking admission to undergraduate programs offered under CUET-participating universities and institutions.
  • It includes courses across various streams such as Science, Commerce, Arts, Engineering, Management, and Humanities.
  • Students already enrolled in any recognized university or college may apply under the Scholarship-Only Option for tuition fee assistance.

4. Age Limit

  • There is no strict upper age limit; however, candidates must satisfy the age requirements prescribed by their respective universities or examination boards for undergraduate admission.

5. Academic Performance

  • Applicants must have shown consistent academic performance in their previous examinations.
  • Scholarships will be awarded strictly on the basis of merit, as determined by the CUET Admission Cum Scholarship Evaluation System.

6. Category Preference

  • The CUET Scholarship 2026 is a purely merit-based program and does not include any category-based reservation.
  • Students from all categories and backgrounds are welcome to apply.
  • Selection and scholarship allocation will be based solely on academic merit, performance in the scholarship test, and verification of submitted documents, without any reservation or quota.

7. Scholarship Examination

  • All candidates must appear for the Common University Admission Cum Scholarship Test (CUET Scholarship Exam) conducted by CUETScholarship.com.
  • Final eligibility for scholarship awards will depend on the student’s test performance, academic record, and successful document verification.

8. Admission Linkage

  • Scholarships are offered in collaboration with partnered universities and colleges listed on the CUETScholarship.com portal.
  • Admission and scholarship benefits will be subject to the rules and policies of these participating institutions.

9. Required Documents

Applicants must upload the following documents during registration or verification:

  • Valid Photo ID proof (Aadhaar Card / School ID)
  • Latest Mark sheet or Passing Certificate
  • Recent Passport-size Photograph
  • Admission Proof, if already enrolled in a college/university
  • Income Certificate, if applicable for financial assessment

10. Other Conditions

  • Students must provide accurate and verifiable information during registration.
  • Any form of false information, misrepresentation, or document forgery may result in immediate disqualification and cancellation of scholarship benefits.
  • The decision of the CUET Scholarship Committee will be final and binding in all matters related to eligibility, selection, and scholarship allocation.