CUET 2026: Major changes await CUET! Consideration being given to implementing a model based on 12th-grade marks..

CUET 2026: The University Entrance Test (CUET), the central test conducted for admissions after 12th grade and graduation, may undergo significant changes. For example, the CUET to be held in 2026 may be conducted with significant changes. Preparations have begun, with considerations being given to the CUET exam date, pattern, and the reintroduction of the 12th-grade marks model.

Let's find out what the story behind the changes to CUET 2026 is. Why is there a need for changes to CUET?

The issue of vacant seats in universities has reached the Ministry of Education.
In many universities across the country, including Banaras Hindu University and DU, seats remain vacant even after the admission process has concluded. This situation has worsened in recent years. This time, universities have raised this issue with the Union Ministry of Education, following which the Ministry is investigating the reasons for the vacant seats.

CUET UG Result Delay
The National Testing Agency conducts CUET UG after 12th grade, while CUET PG is conducted for admissions after graduation. However, many experts are expressing concern about the delay in CUET UG results. Experts believe that after the results are declared, several rounds of counseling are conducted for admission. By this time, state, private, and other universities have completed the admission process and begin classes. This leaves seats vacant. Keeping this in mind, the CUET schedule and dates need to be reviewed.

Could the 12th-grade admission model be returned?

Several subjects are being reviewed as part of the CUET reforms. A committee of the Union Ministry of Education has recommended implementing or prioritizing the 12th-grade board admission model. However, it seems unlikely that this model will be returned.

Pressure on NTA! DU to take responsibility?
Discussions are rife regarding the possibility of changes to CUET. Experts believe that the NTA is responsible for conducting multiple examinations and that all exams must be conducted on time. In such a situation, the decision to change the CUET exam schedule could increase the pressure on the NTA. Given this, it is believed that DU may be given the responsibility to conduct CUET 2026. While these issues are still under review and a final decision has not been made, it is believed that CUET 2026 will be conducted with several changes.

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