CUET 2025 Reservation Policy

CUET is the gateway for undergraduate admissions in over 280 universities, including 45+ central universities. All participating central universities adhere to the standard reservation policy established by the Government of India. The following table outlines the CUET reservation policy applicable to all central universities:

Category

Reservation Percentage

General Economically Weaker Sections (GEN-EWS)

10%

Scheduled Castes (SC)

15%

Scheduled Tribes (ST)

7.5%

Other Backward Classes (Non-Creamy Layer) (OBC-NCL)

27%

Persons with Disabilities (PwD)

5% in each category

 

Important Notes on Reservation Criteria

  • Candidates claiming reservation benefits must provide valid documents/certificates as proof of their category.
  • The CUET 2025 official notification will contain detailed information and prescribed formats for category certificates.
  • Certificates must be issued on or after March 1, 2025, to be considered valid.
  • If a candidate does not have the required certificate at the time of application, they can submit a declaration form, which will be included in Annexure II of the CUET information bulletin released alongside the CUET application form.

Applicants are strongly advised to carefully review the CUET UG eligibility criteria before filling out the application form to ensure compliance with all requirements.

 

CONCLUSION

CUET UG 2025 provides students with a transparent and standardized admission process to gain entry into top universities in India. Understanding the eligibility criteria and selecting the appropriate subjects are vital for a successful application.

Before applying, candidates must verify the specific requirements of their chosen universities and stay updated with official notifications from NTA.

Prepare well and give your best shot!

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Team Edupreparator