CUET 2023 Fee Structure (UG/PG): Category-wise Application Fee & Outside Centres Fee
CUET UG fee structure has increased this year as compared to last year. The CUET PG 2023 fee has also been announced. To help candidates complete the application process successfully, this article of Shiksha brings a detailed account of the CUET UG and PG 2023 fee structure.
CUET 2023 UG and PG Fee Structure
CUET UG Results 2023 has been released by the exam conducting body, National Testing Agency (NTA) on July 15. Meanwhile CUET PG Results 2023 are yet to be released. In order to appear for the CUET exam, candidates were required to apply for the exam. CUET UG and PG 2023 application processes was held on the official website of the exam. Students seeking undergraduate and postgraduate courses at top universities across India must be aiming to appear for CUET UG 2023 and CUET PG 2023 exams respectively. NTA has announced the fee structure on the official website. As per the CUET 2023 fee structure, the application fees for both CUET UG 2023 and CUET PG 2023 have increased. This article of Shiksha brings a detailed account of the CUET UG and PG 2023 fee structure.
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Factors Impacting CUET 2023 Fee
The CUET fee structure varies based on a number of factors including candidate category, number of subjects and the country of exam city chosen. Let us take a look at each of the factors impacting the CUET UG and PG application fees.
Q: Is CUET exam registration open?
Common University Entrance Test (CUET) 2025 registration will commence in the last week of February 2025. NTA will release the CUET 2025 notification. Soon after the release of the notification, the CUET registration 2025 process will commence online at cuetug-ac.ntaonline.in. Candidates willing to appear for the CUET 2025 exam must ensure that they fill out the application form online. CUET 2025 registration will end in the first week of April 2025. Further to the last date, candidates will not be able to fill out the CUET application form. No request for extension of CUET registration until the last date will be entertained.
Before filling out the application form, candidates must ensure they fulfil the prescribed CUET eligibility criteria to qualify for the entrance exam.
Q: How many subjects can a candidate choose in CUET UG while filling the application form?
The numbers for choosing CUET sujects is six. Candidates can choose choose upto four or five domain subjects.
Section 1A- (13 languages) Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Gujarati, Odia, Bengali, Assamese, Punjabi, English, Hindi, and Urdu.
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Section 2- (29 subjects) Accountancy/ Book Keeping, Biology/ Biological Studies/ Biotechnology/Biochemistry, Business Studies, Chemistry, Computer Science/ Informatics Practices, Economics/ Business Economics, Engineering Graphics, Entrepreneurship, Fashion Studies, Geography/Geology, History, Home Science, Knowledge Tradition and Practices of India, Legal Studies, Environmental Science, Mathematics, Physical Education/ NCC /Yoga, Physics, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, Teaching Aptitude, Agriculture, Mass Media/ Mass Communication, Anthropology, Fine Arts/ Visual Arts (Sculpture/ Painting)/Commercial Arts, Performing Arts – (i) Dance (Kathak/ Bharatnatyam/ Oddisi/ Kathakali/Kuchipudi/ Manipuri (ii) Drama- Theatre (iii) Music General (Hindustani/ Carnatic/ Rabindra Sangeet/ Percussion/ Non-Percussion), Sanskrit [For all Shastri (Shastri 3 years/ 4 years Honours), and Tourism
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Q: What is the last date for filling out the CUET PG 2025 application form?
The CUET PG 2025 application process for the academic session 2025-2026 will start in the last week of December 2024, tentatively by NTA, the exam conducting body.
The application will be completely online and candidates need to make a registered account before filling out the CUET PG 2025 registration process. The CUET PG 2025 registration process is long and extensive and candidates are not required to fill out the application form in one go.
The last day for filling out the CUET PG application form 2025 will be notified in due course time.
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Candidate category: The first and foremost criterion for deciding the CUET application fee is the candidate category. For the unreserved (UR) or Open/General category candidates, the fee would be higher than that of the reserved category candidates (SC, ST, EWS, PWD/Third Gender).
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Number of subjects selected: Since CUET is a multidisciplinary entrance exam, candidates can opt for multiple subjects or papers. For CUET UG 2023, NTA has classified the application fee into three slabs, which include three, seven and 10 subjects. On the other hand, for the CUET PG, candidates were required to pay a particular fee for three subjects and an additional fee for each extra subject or paper chosen.
- Centres Outside India: The CUET fee amount was higher for candidates selecting an exam city abroad. This category would be applicable for candidates belonging to NRI/OCI/Foreign Nationals category. This year, CUET UG exam centres was located in 24 cities outside India.
CUET UG 2023 Fee
The CUET UG 2023 fee structure for each category, number of subjects and international exam city selection is given in the table below.
| Number of Subjects |
Candidate Category |
Application Fee (in INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 3 Subjects |
General (UR) |
750 |
| OBC-NCL (EWS) |
700 |
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| SC/ST/PwBD/Third Gender |
650 |
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| Centres Outside India |
3,750 |
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| Up to 7 Subjects |
General (UR) |
1,500 |
| OBC-NCL (EWS) |
1,400 |
|
| SC/ST/PwBD/Third Gender |
1,300 |
|
| Centres Outside India |
7,500 |
|
| Up to 10 Subjects |
General (UR) |
1,750 |
| OBC-NCL (EWS) |
1,650 |
|
| SC/ST/PwBD/Third Gender |
1,550 |
|
| Centres Outside India |
11,000 |
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Procedure for CUET UG 2023 Application Fee Payment
Here comes the most important part of the CUET UG fees, the procedure to pay the application fee for CUET UG 2023. The step-by-step process to pay the CUET UG 2023 application fee is given below:
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Candidates were required to fill the CUET UG 2023 application form.
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In the next step, candidates were required to select the payment windows among State Bank of India, Canara Bank, ICICI Bank and Paytm.
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Now, candidates were required to select the payment mode among Net Banking, Cards and UPI.
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Candidates were supposed to enter the Card/Account Number or other mandatory details.
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In the next step, candidates were supposed to submit the OTP.
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Now, the payment process is complete.
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Processing charges and GST as applicable are chargeable to the candidate (in addition to the examination fee) by the concerned Bank/Payment Gateway Integrator. The Confirmation Page of the online Application Form will be generated only after successful payment by the candidate. In case the Confirmation Page is not generated after payment of the fee, then the candidate may have to approach the concerned Bank/Payment Gateway (in the helpline number and e-mail given in the Information Bulletin) for ensuring the successful payment or for obtaining the refund of duplicate/multiple payments.
Q: What is the last date for filling CUET application form?
National Testing Agency will commence the CUET 2025 registration in last week of February 2025. Soon after the release of the CUET notification candidates candidates can check the important dates pertaining to CUET 2025. The last date for CUET 2025 registration is expected to be in first week of April 2025.
Candidats will be required to fill the CUET application form within the given time frame, failing which no request for extension of the CUET registration last date will be entertained. NTA does not provide the window for late fee payment. CUET 2025 application process will be in online mode. No physical copies of the CUET application form must be sent to the authorities.
Q: When will the CUET PG 2025 application process starting?
NTA, the exam authority, is expected to start the CUTE PG 2025 application process from the fourth week of December, 2024. CUET PG Aspirants will be able to fill out the CUET PG 2025 registration form by visiting the CUET PG official website and then registering themselves first by creating an account.
The CUET PG online application window remained open for a month or so and the last date for filling out the CUET PG 2025 will be notified in the due course time.
Q: Is CUET fee revised?
Yes, CUET application fee was revised in 2024. The CUET registration fee will be updated on release of the CUET notification. Earlier, CUET application fee was revised with the reduction on choice of subjects for CUET exam. NTA will commence CUET UG 2024 registrations at cuetug-ac.ntaonline.in.. Candidates will be able to know the revised fee, exam pattern and important dates on release of CUET 2024 notification at cuet.samarth.ac.in.
Q: How many subjects can be opted in CUET PG while filling the application form?
CUET PG 2024 examination is expected to be scheduled in the month of June, 2024. Aspirants preparing for the CUET PG exam will be able to fill the online application form in the month March 2024. While filling up the CUET PG online application form, test taker can select only one subject in one slot of the examination day. However, from the previous year academic year, they were able to choose a maximum of 20 test paper codes in all.
Before choosing the multiple subjects for the examination, candidates are advised to check the minimal education eligibility criteria for the particular course candidate has applied for. Also check the university specific subject criteria for the subject a candidate wants to appear for.
Q: What is CUET DU registration fee?
CUET DU registration fee varies on the basis of category. The CUET registrations for Delhi University has commenced. Candidates can now register online at CUET DU CSAS portal 2024. Refer the table below to know the CUET DU form fee:
| CUET DU Form Fee 2024 | |
|---|---|
| Category | CUET DU CSAS Registration Fee |
| UR/OBC-NCL/EWS | INR 250 |
| SC/ST/PwBD | INR 100 |
You will receive a payment confirmation on your registered mobile number and email address. With this, the CUET UG 2023 application process will also be completed and an application confirmation will also be sent.
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CUET UG 2023 Fee Important Dates
The CUET UG important dates for the application process and payment of CUET fee are given in the following table.
| Events |
Dates |
|---|---|
| Last date for CUET UG 2023 application process |
March 30, 2023 (9.50 PM) April 11, 2023 (11.59 PM) |
| Last date to pay CUET UG 2023 application fee |
March 30, 2023 (11.50 PM) April 11, 2023 (11.59 PM) |
Originally, the last date for application and CUET UG 2023 fee payment was March 12, which was extended till March 30. The application correction window was available from April 1 to April 3.
CUET PG 2023 Fees
The CUET PG 2023 exam notification was announced by NTA on March 20. As per the information bulletin, the CUET PG 2023 fees have been increased for each category, including the fee for each additional paper. Similar to CUET UG, the fee for CUET PG also vary according to candidate category, number of subjects selected and exam city outside India.
CUET PG 2023 Application Fee
Take a look at the CUET PG 2023 application fee in the table below.
| Category |
Application Fee for up to 3 Papers (in INR) |
Application Fee for Each Additional Paper |
|---|---|---|
| General |
1,000 |
500 |
| Gen-EWS/ OBC-NCL |
800 |
400 |
| SC / ST / Third Gender |
750 |
400 |
| PwD |
700 |
400 |
CUET PG Fee for Centres Outside India
The CUET PG application fee for selecting centres outside India is same for each candidate category and would vary as per the number of subjects or papers selected. The table below brings the fee for CUET PG centres outside India.
| Number of Subjects Selected for CUET PG |
CUET PG Application Fee for Centre Outside India (in INR) |
|---|---|
| Up to three test papers |
4,000 |
| Each additional paper |
1,000 |
CUET PG Fee Payment Process
The CUET PG application fee payment process is given below:
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After completing the CUET PG application process, proceed to the payments tab.
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Click on the check box of Online payment and click on the tab Proceed to Payment.
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Select payment providers among SBI, Canara Bank and HDFC Bank.
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Click on the Confirm tab.
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Select the payment mode among Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking and UPI.
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Enter the necessary details and OTP.
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Upon completion of the payment, you will receive payment and application confirmation through SMS and email.
GST and other taxes as applicable by Govt. of India/ Bank are to be paid by the candidate.
CUET PG 2023 Fee Important Dates
The CUET PG important dates for the application process and payment of CUET fee are given in the following table.
| Events |
Dates |
|---|---|
| Last date for CUET PG 2023 application process |
April 19, 2023 (5.00 PM) |
| Last date to pay CUET UG 2023 application fee |
April 19, 2023 (11.50 PM) |
CUET PG 2023 exam has concluded on June 30. The exam was conducted by NTA in different phases. Candidates will be able to check the CUET PG Result by visitging the official website of NTA or CUET PG.
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FAQs Regarding CUET UG and PG 2023 Fees
Q: What is the fee for CUET exam?
A: The CUET exam fee varies for the CUET UG 2023 and CUET PG 2023 exams. The CUET fee depends on the factors such as candidate category, number of subjects opted for along with the centre outside India factors.
Q: Will the CUET fee increase this year?
A: Yes, both the CUET UG 2023 and CUET PG 2023 application fees have increased from last year by the exam conducting body, the National Testing Agency (NTA).
Q: How to pay the CUET application fee?
A: The CUET fee was supposed to be paid in online mode only. The various modes of the payment are credit card, debit card, net banking and UPI.
Q: Is the CUET fee refundable?
A: No, the CUET application fee is not refundable. Once the fee is paid, it would not be refunded under any circumstance.
Q: How can I ensure that the CUET fee has been paid successfully?
A: Upon successful payment of fees, candidates will get a payment confirmation from the payment carrier and also from NTA through SMS and email on their registered mobile number and email address.
Q: Will there be additional CUET fee involved for the application correction process?
A: No, there will not be any additional fee involved for CUET application correction process unless there is a change in the category or number of subjects or selection of centre outside India.
Q. What is the CUET UG fee for different categories of candidates opting upto three subjects?
A. For upto 3 subjects, CUET UG fee for General (UR) category is INR 750, for OBC- (NCL) / EWS the fee is INR 700 and for SC/ST/PwBD/ Third gender the fee is INR 650.
Q. What is the CUET UG fee for different categories of candidates opting upto seven subjects?
A. For upto 7 subjects, CUET UG fee for General (UR) category is INR 1500, for OBC- (NCL) / EWS the fee is INR 1400 and for SC/ST/PwBD/ Third gender the fee is INR 1300.
Q. What is the CUET UG fee for different categories of candidates opting upto ten subjects?
A. For upto 10 subjects, CUET UG fee for General (UR) category is INR 1750, for OBC- (NCL) / EWS the fee is INR 1650 and for SC/ST/PwBD/ Third gender the fee is INR 1550.
Q. What is the CUET UG fee for General, OBC and SC/ST/PwBD/ Third gender categories of candidates for centres outside of India for opting upto three subjects?
A. CUET UG fee for General, OBC and SC/ST/PwBD/ Third gender categories of candidates for centres outside of India for opting upto three subjects is INR 3750.
Q. What is the CUET UG fee for General, OBC and SC/ST/PwBD/ Third gender categories of candidates for centres outside of India for opting upto seven subjects?
A. CUET UG fee for General, OBC and SC/ST/PwBD/ Third gender categories of candidates for centres outside of India for opting upto seven subjects is INR 7500.
Q. What is the CUET UG fee for General, OBC and SC/ST/PwBD/ Third gender categories of candidates for centres outside of India for opting upto ten subjects?
A. CUET UG fee for General, OBC and SC/ST/PwBD/ Third gender categories of candidates for centres outside of India for opting upto ten subjects is INR 11,000.
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