| Updated On - Aug 17, 2026
Central University of Karnataka has released the second provisional UG merit list for 2026-27 at cuk.ac.in. Shortlisted candidates must pay the admission fee by August 19, 2026. The third merit list follows on August 20, 2026.
The Central University of Karnataka (CUK) has issued its second UG provisional merit list. This is for the Common University Entrance Test Undergraduate (CUET UG) 2026-27 admission cycle. Shortlisted candidates can check the list on the official website at cuk.ac.in. CUK has released course-wise lists for 16 undergraduate programmes.
Shortlisted candidates must pay the admission fee by August 19, 2026. The university will release the third provisional merit list on August 20, 2026. Failure to pay within the window cancels the provisional seat offer.
CUK UG Admission 2026-27 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| First provisional merit list | August 13, 2026 |
| Fee payment last date (first list) | August 16, 2026 |
| Second provisional merit list | August 17, 2026 |
| Fee payment last date (second list) | August 19, 2026 |
| Third provisional merit list | August 20, 2026 |
Programmes Covered in the Second Merit List
The second list spans 16 undergraduate programmes across streams. Law aspirants can check the merit list for BA LLB. Arts programmes cover Economics, English, and History and Archaeology.
Science options include Chemistry, Geology, Physics, Geography, and Psychology. Engineering programmes cover Mathematics and Computing and CSE with AI/ML. Other listed programmes are Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, BBA, BSW, and Vocal Hindustani Music.
How to Check the CUK UG Merit List and Pay the Fee?
Candidates who appeared for CUET UG 2026 must follow these steps. The process runs through the official CUK site and the Samarth admission portal.
- Visit the official CUK website at cuk.ac.in.
- Open the UG Admission 2026-27 section on the homepage.
- Click on the second provisional merit list link for your programme.
- Download the PDF and search for your CUET application number.
- Log in to the Samarth portal at cukcuet.samarth.edu.in.
- Complete the admission fee payment before August 19, 2026.
Payment Modes Accepted by CUK
Candidates can pay the admission fee through several online modes. These include net banking, debit card, credit card, and UPI. Save the payment confirmation receipt for later admission steps.
CUK is releasing UG merit lists in quick succession this cycle. Each list gives shortlisted students only two to three days to pay. Missing this narrow window forfeits the provisional seat offer permanently.
Action Plan for Candidates
- Visit cuk.ac.in and open the UG Admission 2026-27 section.
- Download the second provisional merit list for your chosen programme.
- Verify your name and CUET UG 2026 application number.
- Keep scanned academic and identity documents ready in advance.
- Log in to the Samarth portal and confirm your allotted programme.
- Pay the admission fee online before August 19, 2026.
- Save the payment receipt for document verification and reporting.
CUK will release the third provisional merit list on August 20, 2026. Track cuk.ac.in for the next round of allotments and fee deadlines.
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