CUET UG 2026 Exam Dress Code and Guidelines Released by NTA
CUET UG 2026 dress code: NTA releases strict exam day rules; check what is allowed
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The National Testing Agency (NTA) has issued strict dress code and exam day guidelines for candidates appearing in the CUET UG 2026 examination. Key rules include wearing light-colored, half-sleeved clothing, and prohibiting electronic devices and certain footwear to ensure a smooth examination process.
- 01Candidates must wear light-colored, half-sleeved clothing without large buttons or multiple pockets.
- 02Footwear allowed includes slippers or low-heeled sandals; shoes and boots are prohibited.
- 03Candidates must arrive early for security checks, especially those needing special clothing for religious reasons.
- 04All electronic devices and stationery items are banned in the exam hall.
- 05Latecomers will not be permitted to enter the exam centre.
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The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released a comprehensive advisory for candidates taking the CUET UG 2026 examination, emphasizing a strict dress code and specific exam day protocols. Candidates are required to wear light-colored, half-sleeved clothing without large buttons or multiple pockets, while footwear must be limited to slippers or low-heeled sandals, as shoes and boots are not allowed. To facilitate security checks, students must arrive at the exam centres well in advance, particularly those who need to wear special clothing for religious reasons, who should report at least one hour early. Additionally, candidates must bring a printed admit card, a valid government photo ID, and a passport-size photograph. The NTA has banned all electronic devices, including mobile phones and smartwatches, as well as stationery items like calculators and loose papers within the exam hall. Importantly, those arriving after the gate closing time will not be allowed entry under any circumstances.
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These guidelines will help ensure a secure and organized examination process for candidates, minimizing disruptions.
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