CUET UG 2026 Dress Code OUT: NTA Issues Strict Exam Day Rules; Check Allowed & Banned Items

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College Vidya News Team May 9, 2026 1K Reads

UGC Notice

The National Testing Agency has released a detailed advisory for candidates appearing in the CUET UG 2026 examination, introducing strict dress code instructions and exam-day protocols. The guidelines have been issued to ensure smooth conduct of the entrance exam and strengthen security arrangements at examination centres across the country. With lakhs of students expected to appear for the undergraduate entrance test, candidates have been advised to strictly follow all instructions mentioned in the official notification.

CUET UG 2026: Key Highlights

Particulars Details
Exam Name Common University Entrance Test (CUET UG) 2026
Conducting Body National Testing Agency (NTA)
Update Dress Code & Exam Day Guidelines Released
Exam Mode Computer-Based Test
Official Website cuet.nta.nic.in

CUET UG 2026 Dress Code Rules

According to the NTA advisory, candidates must wear simple and light clothing on the examination day.

Allowed Dress Items

Allowed
Light-coloured clothes
Half-sleeved clothing
Slippers
Low-heeled sandals

Prohibited Dress Items

Not Allowed
Full sleeves
Clothes with large buttons
Embroidery-heavy outfits
Dresses with multiple pockets
Shoes & boots

Candidates wearing religious or customary attire must report at least one hour before reporting time for proper frisking and verification.

Documents Required at Exam Centre

Candidates must carry the following documents:

Required Documents
Printed CUET UG 2026 Admit Card
Aadhaar Card / PAN Card / Passport
Passport-size Photograph

Items Strictly Prohibited Inside Exam Hall

The NTA has banned all electronic and unauthorized items inside the examination hall.

Prohibited Items
Mobile Phones
Smartwatches
Bluetooth Devices
Earphones
Calculators
Geometry Boxes
Loose Papers
Communication Devices

Possession of prohibited items may lead to cancellation of candidature.

Reporting Time Guidelines

  • Reach the exam centre well in advance

  • Additional frisking may take extra time

  • Entry after gate closure will not be allowed under any circumstances

Important Instructions for Candidates

  • Follow dress code strictly

  • Carry only essential documents

  • Avoid bringing valuables or gadgets

  • Read all instructions mentioned on the admit card carefully

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