CUET UG 2026: 96.6% Candidates Get Preferred Exam Cities, NTA Opens Re-Allocation Window for Remaining Students
The National Testing Agency has released important data regarding the allotment of examination cities for CUET UG 2026, one of the world’s largest computer-based entrance examinations. According to the latest update, the agency has successfully allotted preferred cities to the majority of candidates while also opening a special re-allocation window for students affected by capacity constraints.
📢 96.6% Candidates Received Preferred Exam Cities
As per the official data released by the National Testing Agency:
- Total Registered Candidates: 15,68,866
- Candidates allotted one of their preferred cities: 96.6%
- Candidates allotted first-choice city: 79%
This means the vast majority of aspirants have received examination centres according to their selected preferences.
⚠️ Why Some Candidates Did Not Get Preferred Cities
The remaining 3.4% of candidates could not be allotted their selected cities due to:
- Heavy demand in specific locations
- Limited CBT test centre capacity
- Large-scale subject combinations and shift requirements
To address this issue, NTA has now opened a special city re-allocation window.
🔗 CUET UG 2026 Re-Allocation Window Opened
Candidates who were unable to get preferred cities can now select from available vacant slots in alternate cities.
👉 Official Website: https://cuet.nta.nic.in
Important Points:
- Allocation will be on a first-come-first-serve basis
- Candidates should act quickly
- Only available vacant cities can be selected
🌍 One of the Largest Computer-Based Exams in the World
CUET UG 2026 has become one of the most extensive CBT examinations globally due to its massive scale and flexible subject selection model.
Examination Statistics:
- Total Test Instances Generated: 67,56,321
- Average Subjects Chosen per Candidate: 4.31
- Distinct Subject Combinations: 12,906
- Total Exam Shifts Nationwide: 35
The high number of combinations and exam sessions has significantly increased logistical complexity.
📊 Subject Selection Pattern of Candidates
| Subjects Opted | Number of Candidates |
|---|---|
| 1 Subject | 11,140 |
| 2 Subjects | 31,011 |
| 3 Subjects | 2,93,660 |
| 4 Subjects | 3,63,096 |
| 5 Subjects | 8,69,959 |
A majority of candidates opted for the maximum number of subjects allowed.
🎯 NTA Emphasizes Flexibility & Examination Integrity
The National Testing Agency stated that the exam has been carefully structured to:
- Provide flexibility to students
- Manage high subject diversity
- Maintain examination integrity
- Conduct fair scheduling across multiple shifts
⚠️ Advisory for Candidates
Candidates are advised to:
- Regularly check the official CUET portal
- Use the re-allocation window promptly if eligible
- Verify exam city and shift details carefully
- Avoid unofficial sources of information
Despite the enormous scale of CUET UG 2026, the NTA has managed to allot preferred cities to nearly all candidates. The newly opened re-allocation window is expected to help remaining students secure suitable exam centres and reduce inconvenience ahead of the examination.
❓ FAQs
Q1. How many candidates registered for CUET UG 2026
15,68,866 candidates registered for the exam
Q2. What percentage got preferred exam cities
96.6% received one of their preferred cities
Q3. How many got their first-choice city
79% candidates got their first-choice city
Q4. Why are some candidates allotted distant centres
Due to capacity constraints in high-demand cities
Q5. What is the re-allocation window
It allows candidates to choose available vacant cities on first-come-first-serve basis
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