Last updated: July 19, 2026. The Central University of Kerala (CUK) has extended the online registration deadline for its 2026-27 undergraduate admission process through CUET UG 2026. Eligible applicants can now complete registration until 11:59 PM on July 20, 2026.
Summary
Students seeking undergraduate admission at CUK should register through the university’s official Samarth admission portal before the extended deadline. Submitting the form is not the final step: the university specifically instructs applicants to use Print Form after submission to complete the application process.
Key highlights
- Extended deadline: July 20, 2026, at 11:59 PM.
- Admission route: CUK undergraduate admission through CUET UG 2026.
- Where to apply: The official CUK Samarth admission portal.
- Final completion check: Click Print Form after submitting the application.
- Application fee shown by CUK: ₹500 for General, OBC and EWS applicants, plus ₹100 for each additional programme. Applicants in other categories should confirm the amount displayed in their portal before payment.
Important dates
| Activity | Official date |
|---|---|
| Extended registration deadline | July 20, 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Provisional rank-list process | July 21-22, 2026 |
| Student grievance window | July 23, 2026 |
| Final rank list | July 23, 2026 |
| First provisional admission | July 24-27, 2026 |
| Second provisional admission | July 28-29, 2026 |
| Classes begin | July 29, 2026 |
| Final provisional admission | July 30-31, 2026 |
These dates are taken from the official CUK undergraduate admission page. Candidates should keep checking that page because the university may issue programme-specific instructions or schedule changes.
Who is affected?
This update affects CUET UG 2026 candidates who want to be considered for an eligible undergraduate programme at the Central University of Kerala but have not yet completed the university-level registration. A CUET score or application by itself does not replace the CUK admission registration.
Required student action
Complete the CUK online application, pay the applicable fee, submit the form and generate the printable form before 11:59 PM on July 20, 2026. Save the submitted form and payment receipt for rank-list, grievance and admission stages.
Step-by-step instructions
- Open the CUK UG admission information page and review the programme eligibility and schedule.
- Go to the official CUK CUET Samarth portal.
- Register or sign in using accurate personal and CUET UG 2026 details.
- Select only programmes for which you meet the published eligibility requirements.
- Upload the requested records in the specified format and review every field.
- Pay the application fee shown in your account and save the payment confirmation.
- Submit the application, then click Print Form as instructed by CUK.
- Download the completed form and monitor the official admission page for the rank list and grievance instructions.
What happens if the deadline is missed?
If the registration is not completed by the extended deadline, the applicant may lose the opportunity to be considered in this CUK undergraduate admission cycle unless the university announces another official change. Do not rely on an unofficial claim of a further extension.
Frequently asked questions
What is the last date for CUK UG admission registration?
The extended deadline is July 20, 2026, at 11:59 PM.
Is submitting the online form enough?
CUK tells applicants to click Print Form after submission to complete the application process. Keep the generated form with your payment proof.
Does CUK offer new undergraduate programmes in 2026?
An official Press Information Bureau release highlights B.Sc. (Honours) Physics (Semiconductor) and B.Sc. (Honours) Data Science and Artificial Intelligence. Applicants must still check the CUK admission page for programme eligibility and the live application options.
