The CUET UG 2025 (Common University Entrance Test – Undergraduate) is a gateway to undergraduate admissions in top central and participating universities across India. While academic preparation is key, students often face stress on exam day due to forgotten documents or ignorance of exam center rules. 

This CUET Exam Day Checklist will ensure that you walk into the center well-prepared, stress-free, and fully compliant with NTA’s official guidelines. Avoid common mistakes that could cost you your exam attempt.

Items to Carry to the CUET UG Exam Center 

1. Admit Card (Hall Ticket):

• Download from cuet.nta.nic.in. 
• Print on white A4 paper with clear photo, signature, roll number, exam date/time, and center address. 

2. Valid Photo ID Proof:

• Accepted IDs: Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Passport, Driving License, Voter ID, or School/College ID. 
• Carry the original, not a photocopy. 

3. Passport-Size Photographs:

• Bring 2-3 color photos (same as on admit card) for attendance and verification. 

4. Transparent Ball Pen:

• Blue or black transparent ballpoint pen is a must. 
• Pens may not be provided at the center. 

5. Transparent Water Bottle:

• To stay hydrated during long exam hours. 
• Only transparent bottles are allowed.

Items to Avoid Bringing to the Exam Center – Prohibited Items 

• Electronic Devices: Mobile phones, smartwatches, Bluetooth devices, earphones, tablets, laptops, fitness bands, etc., are strictly prohibited. 
• Study Material: Carrying any notes, books, papers, or slips is not allowed. 
• Jewelry and Fashion Accessories: Avoid heavy jewelry, earrings, rings, bangles, chains, hair clips, belts, etc. 
• Purse, Handbags, Backpacks: Facilities to keep bags may not be available; hence, avoid carrying them if possible. 
• Food Items: No food or beverages are allowed inside the exam center except a transparent water bottle.

Other Important Suggestions 

• Keep Track of Time: Arrive at the exam center at least 60-90 minutes before the exam starts. 
• Visit the Exam Center Location a Day Before: Check the location via Google Maps or visit in person a day before to avoid any last-minute difficulty in reaching the center. 
• Wear Comfortable and Rule-Compliant Clothing: 
  • Adopt a simple dress code – clothes without pockets, shirts without buttons, open sandals, slippers, etc.

Conclusion:

Competitive exams like CUET UG 2025 test not just your academic knowledge but also your discipline and alertness. Following this checklist will help you avoid unnecessary stress and focus on your performance. 

Prepare your essentials a day before. Arrive on time. Stay calm. Follow the rules.