CUET Reservation Policy 2025: Key Points on Quota, Seat Distribution, and Other Details
As per the National Testing Agency (NTA), the CUET 2025 reservation policy guides how over 280 universities offer seats to eligible undergraduate (UG) applicants. Various types of reservations are offered based on:
- Category and Caste
- Physical and Financial Abilities
- Sports, Extra-Curricular Activities (ECA), and NCC (National Cadet Corps)
The CUET-affiliated universities include 46 central, 40 state, 156 private, 29 deemed universities, and 10 government institutions. All 46 central universities use the same CUET reservation policy set by the UGC (University Grants Commission), but other types of institutions may follow their own standards. Understanding these reservation categories is essential for students to successfully apply for any relevant quotas.
CUET Reservation Policy for Central Universities
The central universities have specific quotas for various categories as outlined below:
| Category | Reservation |
| General Economically Weaker Sections (GEN-EWS) | 10% |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15% |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7.5% |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC – Non-Creamy Layer) | 27% |
| Persons with Disability (PwD) | 5% in each category |
In addition, some central universities offer reservations for Kashmiri migrants, as well as seats through Sports, ECA, and NCC quotas. These specific quotas may vary by university and depend on the number of seats available for each course.
CUET Reservation Policy for Sports, ECA, and NCC Categories
For students applying through Sports, ECA, and NCC quotas, CUET scores play a lesser role in admissions. Here’s the weightage breakdown:
- CUET UG Scores – 25%
- Trials and Certificates – 75% (based on performance in trials and certificates, particularly at the state or national level)
CUET Reservation Policy for Kashmiri Migrants
The UGC and NTA provide certain advantages for Kashmiri migrants, though these may vary by institution. These include:
- Up to a 5% increase in course-specific seat availability.
- Up to 10% relaxation in cut-off marks, subject to minimum eligibility.
- Exemption from domicile requirements.
CUET 2025 Application Fee Waiver for Reserved Categories
The application fee structure for reserved categories is as follows:
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How to Apply for CUET Reservations
To apply under any CUET reservation category, follow these steps:
- Choose the relevant category when filling out the CUET application form.
- Upload supporting documents or download the required proforma for self-declaration if documents are not available.
- Register for counseling under the specific reservation category.
- Submit valid documents during the admission process.
For more details, students should visit the official websites of the universities they are interested in.
