The CUET 2026 exam opens the gateway to admissions in various prestigious Central Universities across India. Candidates appearing for CUET 2026 can explore the complete list of participating universities, categorized region-wise for North, South, East, West, North-Eastern, and Central India. This comprehensive guide helps aspirants identify their preferred universities, courses offered, and important admission details, making it easier to plan their higher education journey.
In 2026, a total of 49 Central Universities are participating in CUET-UG, offering thousands of undergraduate seats in diverse disciplines.
Key Highlights
- Total Central Universities: 49
- Spread across all regions of India: North, South, East, West, and Northeast.
- Covers diverse disciplines such as Science, Arts, Commerce, Management, Law, and Languages.
- Admissions will be purely based on CUET-UG 2026 scores.
Complete List of Participating Central Universities in CUET 2026
Below is the official list of all 49 Central Universities participating in CUET-UG 2026 along with their respective locations:
| S.No. | University Name | State Name |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) | Uttar Pradesh |
| 2 | Assam University | Assam |
| 3 | Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU) | Uttar Pradesh |
| 4 | Banaras Hindu University (BHU) | Uttar Pradesh |
| 5 | Central Sanskrit University | New Delhi |
| 6 | Central Tribal University of Andhra Pradesh | Andhra Pradesh |
| 7 | Central University of Andhra Pradesh | Andhra Pradesh |
| 8 | Central University of Gujarat | Gujarat |
| 9 | Central University of Haryana | Haryana |
| 10 | Central University of Himachal Pradesh | Himachal Pradesh |
| 11 | Central University of Jammu | Jammu & Kashmir |
| 12 | Central University of Jharkhand | Jharkhand |
| 13 | Central University of Karnataka | Karnataka |
| 14 | Central University of Kashmir | Jammu & Kashmir |
| 15 | Central University of Kerala | Kerala |
| 16 | Central University of Odisha | Odisha |
| 17 | Central University of Punjab | Punjab |
| 18 | Central University of Rajasthan | Rajasthan |
| 19 | Central University of South Bihar | Bihar |
| 20 | Central University of Tamil Nadu | Tamil Nadu |
| 21 | Dr. Harisingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya (DHGV) | Madhya Pradesh |
| 22 | Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya (GGV) | Chhattisgarh |
| 23 | Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University (HNBGU) | Uttarakhand |
| 24 | Indian Institute of Management, Sambalpur | Odisha |
| 25 | Indira Gandhi National Tribal University (IGNTU) | Madhya Pradesh |
| 26 | Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) | New Delhi |
| 27 | Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) | New Delhi |
| 28 | Mahatma Gandhi Antarrashtriya Hindi Vishwavidyalaya (MGAHV) | Maharashtra |
| 29 | Mahatma Gandhi Central University | Bihar |
| 30 | Manipur University | Manipur |
| 31 | Maulana Azad National Urdu University (MANUU) | Telangana |
| 32 | Mizoram University | Mizoram |
| 33 | Nagaland University | Nagaland |
| 34 | National Sanskrit University | Andhra Pradesh |
| 35 | North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU) | Meghalaya |
| 36 | Pondicherry University | Puducherry |
| 37 | Rajiv Gandhi National Aviation University (RGNAU) | Uttar Pradesh |
| 38 | Rajiv Gandhi University | Arunachal Pradesh |
| 39 | Sammakka Sarakka Central Tribal University | Telangana |
| 40 | Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri National Sanskrit University | New Delhi |
| 41 | Sikkim University | Sikkim |
| 42 | South Asian University | New Delhi |
| 43 | Tezpur University | Assam |
| 44 | The English and Foreign Languages University (EFLU) | Telangana |
| 45 | Tripura University | Tripura |
| 46 | University of Allahabad | Uttar Pradesh |
| 47 | University of Delhi (DU) | New Delhi |
| 48 | University of Hyderabad | Telangana |
| 49 | Visva-Bharati University | West Bengal |
Read Also: List of Participating Deemed Universities in CUET 2026
Join CUET 2026 CUET Participating Central Universities Region-Wise
Candidates can check the CUET 2026 Central Universities region-wise, including North India, South India, East India, West India, North-Eastern India, and Central India.
North India
| State/UT | Central Universities |
|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh | Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU), Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Rajiv Gandhi National Aviation University (RGNAU), University of Allahabad |
| Delhi (NCT) | Central Sanskrit University, Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI), Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri National Sanskrit University, South Asian University, University of Delhi (DU) |
| Haryana | Central University of Haryana |
| Himachal Pradesh | Central University of Himachal Pradesh |
| Jammu & Kashmir | Central University of Jammu, Central University of Kashmir |
| Uttarakhand | Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University (HNBGU) |
South India
| State/UT | Central Universities |
|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | Central Tribal University of Andhra Pradesh, Central University of Andhra Pradesh, National Sanskrit University |
| Karnataka | Central University of Karnataka |
| Kerala | Central University of Kerala |
| Tamil Nadu | Central University of Tamil Nadu |
| Telangana | Maulana Azad National Urdu University (MANUU), Sammakka Sarakka Central Tribal University, The English and Foreign Languages University (EFLU), University of Hyderabad |
| Puducherry | Pondicherry University |
East India
| State | Central Universities |
|---|---|
| Bihar | Central University of South Bihar, Mahatma Gandhi Central University |
| Odisha | Central University of Odisha, Indian Institute of Management Sambalpur |
| West Bengal | Visva-Bharati University |
West India
| State | Central Universities |
|---|---|
| Gujarat | Central University of Gujarat |
| Maharashtra | Mahatma Gandhi Antarrashtriya Hindi Vishwavidyalaya (MGAHV) |
| Rajasthan | Central University of Rajasthan |
North-Eastern India
| State | Central Universities |
|---|---|
| Assam | Assam University, Tezpur University |
| Manipur | Manipur University |
| Meghalaya | North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU) |
| Mizoram | Mizoram University |
| Nagaland | Nagaland University |
| Sikkim | Sikkim University |
| Tripura | Tripura University |
| Arunachal Pradesh | Rajiv Gandhi University |
Central India
| State | Central Universities |
|---|---|
| Madhya Pradesh | Dr. Harisingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya, Indira Gandhi National Tribal University (IGNTU) |
| Chhattisgarh | Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya (GGV) |
| Jharkhand | Central University of Jharkhand |
Read Also: List of Participating State Universities in CUET 2026
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What are “Central Universities” in the context of CUET 2026?
Central Universities are universities established by an Act of Parliament, funded by the Union Government of India, that participate in CUET (Common University Entrance Test) and accept CUET scores for undergraduate admissions.
How many Central Universities are participating in CUET 2026?
There are around 49 Central Universities participating in CUET UG 2026.
Do all Central Universities accept all subjects via CUET, or only certain courses?
Not necessarily. While all the listed central universities accept CUET scores for some UG programmes, the specific subjects and courses offered via CUET may vary by university. You should check the prospectus or the UG admission brochure of each university to see which courses accept which CUET domain/subject/language tests.
Is it compulsory to take CUET for admission into Central Universities in 2026?
Yes. For the academic year 2026-27, appearing in CUET UG is mandatory for candidates seeking admission to UG courses in central universities.
