What is CUET for Central Universities?
The Common University Entrance Test is a systematised exam which is organised and conducted by the National Testing Agency for admission in several universities. Students who are opting for a specific university in a specialised field or discipline must present and give the CUET exam, as some universities’ admission is totally based on the exam scores of the national-level entrance test exams. The exam aims to provide fair, transparent and equal opportunity for all the students by eliminating discrimination which are associated with varying board results. The subjects which are included in the exam are only based on analysing the candidate’s aptitude.
Why Choose Central Universities through CUET?
1.Central Universities are renowned for their academic excellence, reputation and government funding. The aspirants who pass this examination can apply in several universities with one exam.
2.One of the main reasons for choosing CUET is that it guarantees access to high-quality education, national research networks, learning environments and campus placements.
Top Central Universities Participating in CUET
Below is the updated list of Central Universities under CUET 2025 👇
| S.No. | University Name |
|---|---|
| 1 https://www.cucetexam.in/universities/aligarh-muslim-university/ | ALIGARH MUSLIM UNIVERSITY |
| 2 https://www.cucetexam.in/universities/assam-university-as-a-cuet-and-nta-participant/ | ASSAM UNIVERSITY |
| 3 https://www.cucetexam.in/universities/babasaheb-bhimrao-ambedkar-university/ | BABASAHEB BHIMRAO AMBEDKAR UNIVERSITY |
| 4 https://www.cucetexam.in/universities/banaras-hindu-university/ | BANARAS HINDU UNIVERSITY |
| 5 https://www.cucetexam.in/wp-admin/post.php?post=39666&action=edit | CENTRAL SANSKRIT UNIVERSITY |
| 6 https://www.cucetexam.in/universities/central-tribal-university-of-andhra-pradesh-cuet-participating-university-and-nta-participation/ | CENTRAL TRIBAL UNIVERSITY OF ANDHRA PRADESH |
| 7 | CENTRAL UNIVERSITY OF ANDHRA PRADESH |
| 8 https://www.cucetexam.in/universities/central-university-of-gujarat/ | CENTRAL UNIVERSITY OF GUJARAT |
| 9 https://www.cucetexam.in/universities/central-university-of-haryana/ | CENTRAL UNIVERSITY OF HARYANA |
| 10 | CENTRAL UNIVERSITY OF HIMACHAL PRADESH |
| 11 https://www.cucetexam.in/universities/central-university-of-jammu-cuet-2025-participating-university-nta/ | CENTRAL UNIVERSITY OF JAMMU |
| 12 https://www.cucetexam.in/universities/central-university-of-jharkhand/ | CENTRAL UNIVERSITY OF JHARKHAND |
| 13 https://www.cucetexam.in/universities/central-university-of-karnataka/ | CENTRAL UNIVERSITY OF KARNATAKA |
| 14 https://www.cucetexam.in/universities/central-university-of-kashmir-cuet-participating-university/ | CENTRAL UNIVERSITY OF KASHMIR |
| 15 https://www.cucetexam.in/universities/central-university-of-kerala-cuet-participating-university/ | CENTRAL UNIVERSITY OF KERALA |
| 16 | CENTRAL UNIVERSITY OF ODISHA |
| 17 | CENTRAL UNIVERSITY OF PUNJAB |
| 18 | CENTRAL UNIVERSITY OF RAJASTHAN |
| 19 | CENTRAL UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH BIHAR |
| 20 | CENTRAL UNIVERSITY OF TAMIL NADU |
| 21 | DR. HARISINGH GOUR VISHWAVIDYALAYA |
| 22 | GURU GHASIDAS VISHWAVIDYALAYA |
| 23 | HEMVATI NANDAN BAHUGUNA GARHWAL UNIVERSITY |
| 24 | INDIAN INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT, SAMBALPUR |
| 25 | INDIRA GANDHI NATIONAL TRIBAL UNIVERSITY, AMARKANTAK, MADHYA PRADESH |
| 26 | JAMIA MILLIA ISLAMIA |
| 27 | JAWAHARLAL NEHRU UNIVERSITY |
| 28 | MAHATMA GANDHI ANTARRASHTRIYA HINDI VISHWAVIDYALAYA |
| 29 | MAHATMA GANDHI CENTRAL UNIVERSITY |
| 30 | MANIPUR UNIVERSITY |
| 31 | MAULANA AZAD NATIONAL URDU UNIVERSITY |
| 32 | MIZORAM UNIVERSITY |
| 33 | NAGALAND UNIVERSITY |
| 34 | NATIONAL SANSKRIT UNIVERSITY (PREVIOUSLY RASHTRIYA SANSKRIT VIDYAPEETH) |
| 35 | NORTH-EASTERN HILL UNIVERSITY |
| 36 | PONDICHERRY UNIVERSITY |
| 37 | RAJIV GANDHI NATIONAL AVIATION UNIVERSITY |
| 38 | RAJIV GANDHI UNIVERSITY, ARUNACHAL PRADESH |
| 39 | SAMMAKKA SARAKKA CENTRAL TRIBAL UNIVERSITY |
| 40 | SHRI LAL BAHADUR SHASTRI NATIONAL SANSKRIT UNIVERSITY |
| 41 | SIKKIM UNIVERSITY |
| 42 | SOUTH ASIAN UNIVERSITY |
| 43 | TEZPUR UNIVERSITY |
| 44 | THE ENGLISH AND FOREIGN LANGUAGES UNIVERSITY |
| 45 | TRIPURA UNIVERSITY |
| 46 | UNIVERSITY OF ALLAHABAD |
| 47 | UNIVERSITY OF DELHI |
| 48 | UNIVERSITY OF HYDERABAD |
| 49 | VISVA-BHARATI UNIVERSITY |
Benefits of Studying at a Central University
If a candidate chooses Central University for study, then he will have several key advantages-
1.There are placement opportunities also.
2.Central universities are aided by the government and their funding, which will result in advanced infrastructure.
3.The campus provided by the universities is diverse, and it enhances learning and collaboration.
4.There are several programs like national and international student exchange programs, scholarships, etc.
5.It also provides access to career growth and research excellence.
How to Apply for Central Universities via CUET
For the application to Central Universities, follow the steps mentioned below:
1.After successfully uploading the documents, pay the registration fee and submit the form.
2.Registration must be done through the CUET official website at https://cuet.nta.nic.in/universities/ and by filling out the correct details.
Conclusion
CUET is one of the main exams to grab an opportunity to study in the prestigious central universities. Choosing a central university through the CUET examination is one of the best paths to quality-based education. Admission to Central Universities through CUET has brought uniformity, transparency, and merit-based selection to higher education in India. By replacing multiple entrance exams with a single standardised test, CUET not only reduces the burden on students but also ensures equal opportunities for candidates from diverse regions and backgrounds. This process makes admission more accessible, inclusive, and competitive, allowing deserving students to pursue quality education at some of the country’s most reputed institutions.
⚠️ Disclaimer
The information provided here is for student guidance only. For the most accurate and updated details on CUET Participating Universities, always visit the official website:
👉 https://cuet.nta.nic.in/
We are not the official CUET website. Our aim is to bring all updates, notifications, syllabus, results, and university lists together in one place for your convenience.
