EXAM DAY GUIDE | MAY 2026
CUET Relevance
• CUET 2026 exam: May 11–31, 2026
• This checklist covers everything from documents to strategy
• Save this page — you’ll need it on exam day
• CUET 2026 exam: May 11–31, 2026
• This checklist covers everything from documents to strategy
• Save this page — you’ll need it on exam day
With CUET 2026 just days away, your preparation matters less than your execution on exam day. Students who score 200+ don’t just study well — they execute well. This guide covers everything you need to know for exam day.
Documents Checklist — Pack the Night Before
Must-Carry Documents
• CUET Admit Card — printed copy (colour preferred)
• Photo ID — Aadhaar Card / Passport / PAN Card / School ID
• Passport-size photographs — 2 extra copies
• PwD Certificate (if applicable)
• Category Certificate (if applicable)
• CUET Admit Card — printed copy (colour preferred)
• Photo ID — Aadhaar Card / Passport / PAN Card / School ID
• Passport-size photographs — 2 extra copies
• PwD Certificate (if applicable)
• Category Certificate (if applicable)
What to Carry
- Transparent water bottle — no labels, clear bottle only
- Transparent pen/pencil pouch — for rough work
- Simple analog watch — no smartwatch/digital (may be prohibited)
- Light snack — glucose tablets, dry fruits (if allowed at centre)
- Face mask — some centres may still require it
What NOT to Carry
Prohibited Items (will get you barred)
• Mobile phones, smartwatches, Bluetooth devices
• Calculators, electronic gadgets of any kind
• Wallets, purses, bags (use transparent pouches)
• Books, notes, paper (rough sheets provided at centre)
• Food items in non-transparent packaging
• Mobile phones, smartwatches, Bluetooth devices
• Calculators, electronic gadgets of any kind
• Wallets, purses, bags (use transparent pouches)
• Books, notes, paper (rough sheets provided at centre)
• Food items in non-transparent packaging
Morning of Exam — Timeline
Ideal Exam Day Schedule
• 6:00 AM — Wake up, light breakfast (avoid heavy food)
• 6:30 AM — Quick 15-min revision of formula sheets only
• 7:00 AM — Get ready, verify documents in bag
• 7:30 AM — Leave for exam centre (reach 1 hour before reporting time)
• 8:30 AM — At centre gate, queue for document check
• 9:00 AM — Inside hall, biometric verification, seat allotment
• 9:15 AM — Read on-screen instructions carefully
• 9:30 AM — Exam begins (typical Shift 1 timing)
• 6:00 AM — Wake up, light breakfast (avoid heavy food)
• 6:30 AM — Quick 15-min revision of formula sheets only
• 7:00 AM — Get ready, verify documents in bag
• 7:30 AM — Leave for exam centre (reach 1 hour before reporting time)
• 8:30 AM — At centre gate, queue for document check
• 9:00 AM — Inside hall, biometric verification, seat allotment
• 9:15 AM — Read on-screen instructions carefully
• 9:30 AM — Exam begins (typical Shift 1 timing)
During the Exam — 7 Golden Rules
- Read instructions screen completely — don’t skip it. Note the timer location and navigation buttons.
- First 5 minutes = scan all 50 questions — identify easy, medium, hard. Plan your attack order.
- Easy questions first — secure guaranteed marks before attempting tough ones.
- 72 seconds per question — if stuck beyond 90 seconds, mark for review and move on.
- Don’t change answers — your first instinct is usually right. Only change if you’re 100% sure.
- Guessing strategy — only guess when you can eliminate 2 options. Otherwise leave blank (0 > -1).
- Last 10 minutes = review — check marked-for-review questions, verify no silly mistakes.
Subject-Wise Last-Minute Tips
English Language
- Read each passage twice before answering — speed readers make careless errors
- For vocabulary questions, use context clues from the passage
Domain Subjects (Physics, Chemistry, Economics, etc.)
- Revise formula sheets — not full chapters
- For numerical questions, check units before selecting answers
General Test (GAT)
- Current Affairs: Focus on last 6 months of major events
- Reasoning: Draw diagrams for blood relations and seating arrangements
After the Exam
- Don’t discuss answers with friends immediately — it causes unnecessary stress for remaining shifts
- Save your login credentials for checking results on cuet.nta.nic.in
- Start university registration — many universities open portals before CUET results
- Check our university guides at cuetgurukul.com/cuet-admission/ for step-by-step admission process
Mnemonic — CALM on Exam Day
C — Carry all documents (double-check night before)
A — Arrive 1 hour early (avoid last-minute panic)
L — Leave tough questions for later (easy first)
M — Mark for review (don’t get stuck on one question)
C — Carry all documents (double-check night before)
A — Arrive 1 hour early (avoid last-minute panic)
L — Leave tough questions for later (easy first)
M — Mark for review (don’t get stuck on one question)
Source: CUET Gurukul Exam Strategy Team — April 2026
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