CUET UG 2026: NTA releases important notice on dress code and exam day guidelines for candidates
CUET UG 2026: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has issued an important advisory regarding the dress code and permitted items for candidates appearing in the Common University Entrance Test Undergraduate (CUET UG) 2026 examination.
According to the official notice, the CUET UG 2026 examination will be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode from May 11 to May 31, 2026, across centres in India and 15 cities outside the country.
The agency has advised candidates to carefully follow the examination day instructions to ensure smooth entry and frisking procedures at the exam centres.
As per the advisory issued by NTA, candidates will be allowed to carry transparent water bottles inside the examination centres.
The agency has also clarified that candidates may wear articles or objects of faith, including religious threads such as kalava. However, such candidates are advised to report to the examination centre well in advance to complete frisking procedures smoothly.
NTA has further stated that light-coloured clothing is preferred for the examination. Candidates may wear woollens if required, but they should arrive early at the centre for proper checking.
Regarding footwear, normal shoes, slippers, and low heels have been recommended for candidates appearing in the examination.
For any clarification or queries related to CUET UG 2026, candidates can contact the NTA Help Desk at 011-40759000 or send an email to cuet-ug@nta.ac.in.
The agency has requested all candidates to cooperate with examination staff and strictly follow the guidelines issued for the smooth conduct of the examination.
Read the official notice here.
Check the results here: Maharashtra Board SSC Result 2026 and WBBSE Madhyamik Result 2026.
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CUET UG 2026: Items and dress code allowed at exam centres
As per the advisory issued by NTA, candidates will be allowed to carry transparent water bottles inside the examination centres.
The agency has also clarified that candidates may wear articles or objects of faith, including religious threads such as kalava. However, such candidates are advised to report to the examination centre well in advance to complete frisking procedures smoothly.
NTA has further stated that light-coloured clothing is preferred for the examination. Candidates may wear woollens if required, but they should arrive early at the centre for proper checking.
CUET UG 2026: Helpline details
For any clarification or queries related to CUET UG 2026, candidates can contact the NTA Help Desk at 011-40759000 or send an email to cuet-ug@nta.ac.in.
The agency has requested all candidates to cooperate with examination staff and strictly follow the guidelines issued for the smooth conduct of the examination.
Read the official notice here.
Check the results here: Maharashtra Board SSC Result 2026 and WBBSE Madhyamik Result 2026.
Ready to navigate global policies? Secure your overseas future. Get expert guidance now!
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