CUET 2027 application fee is expected to be ₹750 for General category students for up to three tests, with reduced fees for reserved categories — based on the 2026 fee structure set by NTA.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) conducts CUET UG every year for admissions to central universities across India. The official notification for CUET 2027 is yet to be released, but the fee structure is expected to follow the 2026 pattern. Students must pay the application fee online at the official NTA portal to complete their registration. The fee is non-refundable and varies by category and the number of test papers chosen.
- General category students are expected to pay ₹750 for up to 3 tests and ₹350 for each additional test.
- OBC-NCL and EWS students are expected to pay ₹700 for up to 3 tests and ₹300 per additional test.
- SC, ST, PwBD, and Third Gender students are expected to pay ₹650 for up to 3 tests and ₹250 per additional test.
- All fee payments are online only — credit card, debit card, net banking, and UPI are accepted.
- CUET 2027 registration is expected to open in early 2027.
| Direct Link to CUET 2027 Official Portal (Coming Soon) |
CUET 2027 Application Fee Overview
The CUET 2027 application fee is expected to remain consistent with 2026, based on previous year trends. NTA announces the exact fee at the time of releasing the official information bulletin. Two key factors determine your total fee: your category (General, OBC-NCL, EWS, SC, ST, PwBD) and the number of test papers you select during registration.
A critical point to remember: every test you add beyond the first three increases the total fee by a fixed per-test amount that differs by category. Students from reserved categories benefit from both a lower base fee and a lower per-test increment.
| Detail | Expected Information |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Mode of Payment | Online only |
| Fee Refundable? | No |
| General Category Base Fee (up to 3 tests) | ₹750 (expected, based on 2026 trends) |
| SC/ST/PwBD Base Fee (up to 3 tests) | ₹650 (expected, based on 2026 trends) |
| CUET 2027 Registration Window (Expected) | Early 2027 |
| Official Portal | exams.nta.ac.in |
Category-Wise CUET 2027 Application Fee
The table below shows the expected CUET UG 2027 application fee for each category for up to three test papers, based on the 2026 fee structure. Students applying from centres outside India are charged a substantially higher fee.
| Category | Fee for Up to 3 Tests (Expected) | Additional Fee per Extra Test (Expected) |
|---|---|---|
| General / Unreserved (UR) | ₹750 | ₹350 |
| OBC-NCL / EWS / Gen-EWS | ₹700 | ₹300 |
| SC / ST | ₹650 | ₹250 |
| PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) | ₹650 | ₹250 |
| Third Gender | ₹650 | ₹250 |
| General (Outside India / International Centres) | ₹3,000 (expected) | ₹350 per test |
All figures above are expected based on 2026 trends. The official CUET 2027 information bulletin from NTA will carry the confirmed fee. Students must select their category correctly during registration — a wrong category declaration can lead to form rejection.
CUET UG 2027 Fee Based on Number of Tests
CUET UG lets you choose multiple test papers — domain subjects, language tests, and the General Test. Your total fee grows with each test you add beyond the first three. The table below gives the expected cumulative fee for up to 10 tests, based on 2026 trends:
| Number of Tests Selected | General/UR (Expected) | OBC-NCL/EWS (Expected) | SC/ST/PwBD (Expected) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Up to 3 tests | ₹750 | ₹700 | ₹650 |
| 4 tests | ₹1,100 | ₹1,000 | ₹900 |
| 5 tests | ₹1,450 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,150 |
| 6 tests | ₹1,800 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 |
| 7 tests | ₹2,150 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,650 |
| 8 tests | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹1,900 |
| 9 tests | ₹2,850 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,150 |
| 10 tests | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 |
The maximum number of test papers in CUET UG is typically 10 (languages plus domain subjects plus the General Test). Choose your subjects carefully before submitting the form — once the fee is paid, reducing your test count does not result in a refund.
CUET PG 2027 Application Fee
CUET PG is conducted separately for admissions to postgraduate programmes at central universities. The fee structure for CUET PG is simpler — it is a flat per-application fee that varies by category. The expected CUET PG 2027 fee, based on 2026 data, is shown below:
| Category | Expected Application Fee (CUET PG 2027) |
|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | ₹800 |
| OBC-NCL / EWS | ₹700 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Third Gender | ₹600 |
CUET PG applicants apply separately for each postgraduate programme or subject. The fee above covers one programme application. If you apply to multiple PG programmes in the same cycle, you pay the applicable fee for each. Confirm the exact structure in the official CUET PG 2027 notification from NTA.
Accepted Payment Modes for CUET 2027
NTA accepts the CUET 2027 application fee exclusively through online payment. Cash, demand drafts, and offline payment channels are not accepted. Based on previous years, the following payment methods are available on the NTA portal:
| Payment Mode | Details |
|---|---|
| Credit Card | Visa, Mastercard, RuPay, Maestro |
| Debit Card | Visa, Mastercard, RuPay, Maestro |
| Net Banking | All major Indian banks |
| UPI | GPay, PhonePe, Paytm, BHIM UPI, and others |
| Paytm Wallet | Via Paytm payment gateway |
Ensure your bank account or card has sufficient balance before you begin payment. If a transaction fails but money is debited, do not attempt a second payment immediately — wait 48 to 72 hours for an automatic reversal before contacting NTA’s helpdesk.
How to Pay CUET 2027 Application Fee
Fee payment is the final step of CUET 2027 online registration. Your registration is confirmed only after the payment is processed successfully. Follow these steps on the NTA portal:
- Go to the official CUET UG portal at exams.nta.ac.in/CUET-UG (or the PG portal for CUET PG).
- Click on New Registration and create your account using your mobile number and email ID.
- Log in and complete all sections of the application form — personal details, academic details, test paper selection, and exam city preference.
- Click Preview and Submit to review your entire form for accuracy before proceeding.
- On the fee payment page, select your preferred payment mode (card, net banking, or UPI).
- Enter your payment credentials and confirm the transaction on your bank’s interface.
- Download and save the payment confirmation page and transaction receipt immediately after successful payment.
Your admit card and further communications from NTA are linked to this registered application. Students should keep the payment receipt safe — it may be required during admit card download, document verification, or counselling. If the portal shows your payment as pending beyond 48 hours, raise a grievance through the NTA helpdesk with your application number and transaction ID.
CUET 2027 Application Fee FAQs
Ques. What is the CUET 2027 application fee for General category students?
Ans. Based on 2026 trends, General category students are expected to pay ₹750 for up to 3 test papers. Each additional test beyond 3 adds ₹350 to the total. The confirmed fee will be published in the official CUET 2027 information bulletin by NTA.
Ques. Is the CUET 2027 application fee refundable?
Ans. No. The CUET application fee is strictly non-refundable once submitted. It is not returned for any reason, including form withdrawal, incorrect category selection, or absence on exam day.
Ques. What payment modes are accepted for the CUET 2027 fee?
Ans. NTA accepts payment via credit card, debit card, net banking, UPI, and Paytm wallet. All modes are online only. No offline payment such as cash or demand draft is accepted.
Ques. What is the CUET 2027 application fee for SC and ST students?
Ans. SC and ST students are expected to pay ₹650 for up to 3 test papers in CUET UG 2027, with ₹250 per additional test. For CUET PG, the expected fee for SC/ST students is ₹600 per application.
Ques. Is the CUET PG 2027 fee the same as CUET UG 2027?
Ans. No. CUET PG 2027 has a flat per-programme fee — ₹800 for General, ₹700 for OBC-NCL/EWS, and ₹600 for SC/ST/PwBD (expected based on 2026 trends). CUET UG fee depends on the number of tests chosen and increases with each additional test.
Ques. What should I do if my CUET 2027 fee payment fails after money is debited?
Ans. Do not make a second payment immediately. Wait 48 to 72 hours — banks typically auto-reverse failed transactions within this window. If the amount is still not refunded, contact NTA’s official helpdesk with your application number and transaction ID for resolution.








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