The CUET Eligibility Criteria 2023 for UG and PG courses have been released on the official website. To begin with, the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) is conducted to grant admission to eligible candidates into UG/ PG programs in Central and participating Universities for the academic session 2023-24. 

The Common University Entrance Test (CUET) usually offers a common platform and equal opportunities to applicants all over the country, especially those who come from rural and other remote places. Also, it will build a better connection with the Universities. A single entrance exam will allow applicants from all over the country as they will be able to participate in the admissions process offered by the various Central Universities. 

Thus, the candidates should ensure that they fulfill all the CUET UG Eligibility Criteria and CUET PG Eligibility Criteria before submitting the application form. In case they are found ineligible, then it will directly lead to the disqualification of the candidature. In this blog, we have shared detailed information about the CUET Eligibility Criteria 2023 about UG & PG programs for the reference of the candidates.

CUET UG Eligibility Criteria 2023

There are various components associated with the CUET UG Eligibility Criteria such as age limit, educational qualification, nationality, and other factors. Candidates can check the detailed eligibility criteria for the UG exam shared below for reference purposes.

Age Limit

There is no age limit for the candidates applying for the CUET (UG) 2023 exam.

Educational Qualifications

All the aspirants who passed the 12th standard or equivalent exam or are appearing in the qualifying exam irrespective of their age criteria are eligible to apply for CUET (UG) 2023 exam.

List of CUET UG Qualifying Examinations

The list of CUET UG Qualifying Examinations is shared below:

  • The final exam of the 10+2 system administered by any recognized Central/ State Board.
  • Intermediate or two-year Pre-University exam held by any recognized Board/ University. 
  • The final exam of the two-year course of the Joint Services Wing of the National Defence Academy
  • Senior Secondary School Examination held by the National Institute of Open Schooling with at least five subjects.
  • A Diploma recognized by AICTE or a State board of technical education of a minimum 3 years duration.
  • Any Public School/ University/Board exam in India or any foreign country is considered equal to the 10+2 system by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU). 
  • Higher Secondary Certificate Vocational Examination. 
  • General Certificate Education (GCE) exam (London/Cambridge/Sri Lanka) at the Advanced (A) level. 
  • High School Certificate Exam of the Cambridge University or International Baccalaureate Diploma of the International Baccalaureate Office, Geneva.
  • Aspirants who have passed the 12th Standard (or equivalent) exam outside India or from a Board not mentioned above should submit the required certificate from the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) to prove that the examination they have been declared qualified for is equivalent to the 12th standard exam.

Nationality

As per CUET UG Eligibility Criteria, candidates should be Indian Nationals in order to be eligible to apply for CUET UG 2023 exam.

CUET PG Eligibility Criteria

There are various factors regarding the CUET PG Eligibility Criteria such as age limit, educational qualification, nationality, and other factors. Candidates can check the detailed eligibility criteria for the PG exam shared below for reference purposes.

Age Limit

There is no age limit for the candidates who are applying for the CUET (PG) 2023.

Educational Qualification

All the applicants who possess the bachelor’s degree or equivalent exam or appear in the qualifying exam irrespective of their age are eligible to apply for the CUET (PG) 2023 exam.

Nationality

As per CUET PG Eligibility Criteria, candidates should be citizens of India when applying for CUET (PG) 2023.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What is the age limit to apply for the CUET 2023 Exam?

Ans. As per CUET Eligibility Criteria 2023, there shall be no age limit for the candidates applying for the entrance exam.

Q2. What is the educational qualification to apply for CUET UG 2023 Exam?

Ans. All the aspirants who passed the 12th standard or equivalent exam can apply for CUET UG 2023 exam.

Q3. What is the educational qualification to apply for CUET PG 2023 Exam?

Ans. All the applicants who possess the bachelor’s degree or equivalent exam to apply for CUET PG 2023 Exam.