List of Participating Deemed Universities in CUET 2026

The Common University Entrance Test (CUET) 2026 is a national-level entrance exam conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for admission into undergraduate, postgraduate, and research programs across India. Since its introduction, CUET has become a central gateway for students to secure admission to top Central, State, Private, and Deemed Universities.

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In CUET 2026, several Deemed-to-be Universities have joined the list of participating institutions, offering a wide range of courses in fields like engineering, management, medical sciences, humanities, law, and more. For aspirants, knowing which deemed universities are accepting CUET scores is crucial for shortlisting colleges and planning applications effectively.

Why Choose Deemed Universities Through CUET 2026?

Deemed Universities often provide:

  • High-quality infrastructure and global exposure.
  • Specialised and industry-relevant courses.
  • Strong placement opportunities.
  • Flexibility in course structure.
  • Research-oriented programs.

List of Participating Deemed Universities in CUET

Below is the list of Participating Deemed Universities in CUET 2026. You can check the state-wise list here.

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Tamil Nadu

UniversityYear of Establishment
Avinashilingam Institute for Home Science and Higher Education for Women1957
The Gandhigram Rural Institute (DTBU)1956
Vinayaka Mission’s Research Foundation1981

Andhra Pradesh

UniversityYear of Establishment
GITAM (Visakhapatnam)1980

Telangana

UniversityYear of Establishment
GITAM (Hyderabad)2009 (campus)
ICFAI (Hyderabad)1984
Aurora Higher Education and Research Academy1989

Karnataka

UniversityYear of Establishment
GITAM (Bengaluru)2012 (campus)

Uttar Pradesh

UniversityYear of Establishment
Dayalbagh Educational Institute1917 (as Radhasoami Educational Institute), 1981 (as Deemed)
Nehru Gram Bharati (Deemed to be University)1996
Shobhit Institute of Engineering and Technology2000

Read Also: List of Participating State Universities in CUET 2026

Delhi (NCT)

UniversityYear of Establishment
Jamia Hamdard1989
TERI School of Advanced Studies1998

Maharashtra

UniversityYear of Establishment
Gokhale Institute of Politics and Economics1930
Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS)1936

Uttarakhand

UniversityYear of Establishment
Graphic Era (Deemed to be University)1993

Gujarat

UniversityYear of Establishment
Gujarat Vidyapith1920

Haryana

UniversityYear of Establishment
Lingaya’s Vidyapeeth2009
Maharishi Markandeshwar (Deemed to be University), Mullana – Ambala1993
Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies1997

Rajasthan

UniversityYear of Establishment
IIS (Deemed to be University), Jaipur1995

Madhya Pradesh

UniversityYear of Establishment
Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical Education1957
Gurukula Kangri1902

Uttar Pradesh (NCR Campus)

UniversityYear of Establishment
SRM Institute of Science and Technology (NCR Campus)2006 (campus)
Jaypee Institute of Information Technology2001

Read Also: List of Participating Central Universities in CUET 2026

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Do deemed universities accept CUET UG scores?

Yes, several deemed universities accept CUET UG scores for admission into undergraduate courses. Students can apply through CUET instead of appearing for multiple entrance exams.

Is SRM University accepting CUET 2026?

Yes, SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST) has been part of CUET in previous sessions and is likely to participate in CUET 2026 as well.

Can I get admission to Manipal University through CUET 2026?

Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) is expected to accept CUET 2026 scores for selected UG and PG programs.

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