CUET 2026 – Cut Offs

The CUET 2026 cut off marks will represent the minimum scores or percentiles that candidates must achieve to secure admission into central and participating universities across India. Since CUET is the gateway for a broad spectrum of undergraduate programs, cut offs serve as crucial benchmarks, varying each year based on institutional requirements, student performance, and the exam’s overall difficulty.

What Are Cut Offs in CUET?

A cut off is the minimum score/percentile needed for eligibility in a course at a particular university. The National Testing Agency (NTA) conducts CUET, but each university releases its own course-wise and category-wise cut offs after the exam results are announced (typically by the end of July each year).

Factors Influencing CUET 2026 Cut Offs

• Number of applicants:More candidates can increase the cut off.
• Exam difficulty:Easier papers may push cut offs higher, while tougher papers may lower them.
• Available seats:Limited vacancies typically result in higher cut offs.
• Reservation policies:Distinct cut offs for General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, PwD, and other categories.
• Program popularity:High-demand courses such as B. Com (Hons), B.A. Economics, and B.Sc. (Hons) usually have the highest cut offs.

Types of CUET Cut Offs

• Marks-based: Minimum qualifying marks.
• Percentile-based: Reflecting a candidate’s performance in terms of percentile rank.
• Rank-based: Lowest rank admitted in a course.

Expected CUET 2026 Cut Offs for Top Universities & Courses

Delhi University (DU) (Expected Range)

Banaras Hindu University (BHU)

Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) (Percentile/Marks)

• Other Universities
• Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI), B.A. (Hons) Economics: 640-690 marks
• Ambedkar University (BA Hons Economics): 96.25 percentile
• Allahabad University, B.Sc (Bio) General: 560 and above marks, OBC around 455

Science Stream Cut Offs: For top science courses (B.Sc, B.Sc (Hons)), general category cut offs tend to be high in leading universities, with marks often above 515 for University of Allahabad and 475-530 for BHU, with lower thresholds for reserved categories.

How and When Are CUET Cut Offs Released?

• Each participating institution publishes its own cut offs after NTA releases CUET results in July-end.
• Cut offs are released online via university admission portals.
• They differ by course, category, and sometimes gender (as in AMU).

Important Points for Aspirants

• Candidates must check individual university websites for official cut offs and admission procedures.
• Admission is not guaranteed by meeting just the cut off; further rounds may involve document verification, preference locking, and seat allotment.
• Cut offs can vary significantly year to year based on applicant pool and institutional demand.

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FAQs

Q1. How are CUET 2026 cut offs determined by universities?

Ans. Each university releases its own cut offs based on factors like number of applicants, exam difficulty, seat availability, and the popularity of specific courses. These cut offs are published after CUET results are announced and can differ greatly based on category and course requirements.

Q2. What is considered a good score in CUET 2026?

Ans. Scoring above 700 marks or attaining a percentile rank in the 98–99th range is regarded as competitive for admission into top programs and universities like DU, BHU, JNU, and JMI.

Q3. Are cut offs the same for all categories?

Ans. No, cut offs are typically higher for the General category, with reserved categories like OBC, SC, ST, and EWS enjoying relaxations as per government norms. Institutions publish separate cut offs for each category for transparency and fairness.

Q4. Do all programs and universities consider identical cut offs?

Ans. No, cut offs vary by both program and university. For example, B.A. (Hons) Economics at a leading university may have a much higher cut off compared to less sought-after courses or universities.

Q5. Where can students check official CUET 2026 cut offs?

Ans. After CUET results are declared, each participating university posts its official cut offs on its admissions website. Prospective students must regularly monitor these sites for the most accurate and up-to-date information.