CUET UG Result 2025: Uttar Pradesh, Delhi Lead in College Aspirants; Southern States Show Tepid Response

The CUET UG 2025 results have not only unveiled academic performances but also revealed regional trends in student participation and university preferences. According to data released by the National Testing Agency (NTA), Uttar Pradesh and Delhi have emerged as the top contributors in terms of student turnout and applications for central university admissions through CUET, while southern states have shown a relatively lukewarm response, continuing the trend observed in previous years.
📍 Regional Participation Snapshot:
Uttar Pradesh recorded the highest number of applicants, with lakhs of students appearing for CUET UG 2025 from cities like Lucknow, Varanasi, Kanpur, and Prayagraj.
Delhi maintained its strong presence, driven by the popularity of University of Delhi (DU) and proximity to top central universities.
In contrast, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh witnessed low participation rates, with fewer colleges in the region adopting CUET as a primary admission criterion.
📊 State-wise Trends (Indicative):
State/UT | Participation Level | Key Universities Targeted |
---|---|---|
Uttar Pradesh | Very High | BHU, DU, Allahabad University |
Delhi | High | University of Delhi, Jamia, JNU |
Bihar | High | BHU, DU, Central University of South Bihar |
Rajasthan | Moderate to High | DU, JNU, Central University of Rajasthan |
Kerala/Tamil Nadu | Low | Very few CUET-adopting institutions |
🧭 Why the Regional Divide?
Northern and Hindi-speaking states have long relied on central universities like DU and BHU for affordable, high-quality education.
Southern states have a strong ecosystem of autonomous colleges and state-run entrance exams (like TNEA, KEAM, KCET), leading to limited adoption of CUET.
Language preference and curriculum compatibility also affect CUET uptake in the south.
🔎 Expert Take:
“CUET has gained widespread traction in northern India, but needs more integration with state-level education systems in the south. Until central universities expand presence or southern institutions adopt CUET, regional imbalance may persist,” said education expert Vikas Kumar.
🚀 What’s Next:
DU and BHU will begin their counselling rounds soon under CSAS and institutional portals.
Students from high-turnout states like UP, Delhi, and Bihar are expected to dominate admissions in top-ranking courses.
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