NITTE NUCAT Test 3 Registration 2026 Begins
NITTE University has started the registration process for the NUCAT Test 3 2026, which begins on April 14, 2026. Students who want to get into B.Tech., MBA, MCA, BSc Biomedical Science, and BSc Nursing programs need to sign up on the official website at nitte.edu.in before the deadline.
The NUCAT Test 3 is the last chance for admission into the 2026-27 academic year at NITTE University, which was ranked 80 in the NIRF 2025 rankings. This test gives applicants one final opportunity to gain entry into undergraduate and postgraduate courses offered in various fields at NITTE's campuses in Mangaluru and Bengaluru.
NITTE NUCAT Test 3, 2026 Important Dates
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Commencement of Registration | April 14, 2026 |
| Last Date for Registration & Slot Booking | May 18, 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Mock Test (Remotely Proctored Candidates) | May 22-24, 2026 |
| NUCAT Test 3 Exam | May 26-28, 2026 |
| Display of Answer Key | May 29, 2026 (9:00 AM to 9:00 PM) |
| Announcement of Result (Rank) | June 7, 2026 |
| In-person Counselling (JEE Category) | June 11, 2026 |
| In-person Counselling (TFW Category) | June 12, 2026 |
| In-person Counselling (Inclusivity Category) | June 13, 2026 |
| In-person Counselling (General Category) | June 15, 2026 onwards |
| Commencement of Academic Session | June 29, 2026 |
| Last Date for Reporting to Institution | July 13, 2026 |
How to Register for the NITTE NUCAT Test 3 2026?
To sign up for the NUCAT Test 3 exam, you need to go to the official website, which is apply.nitte.edu.in. On this site, you have to provide all your personal details and choose your preferred program.
Once you fill out the registration form correctly, you will need to book your exam slot by 5:00 PM on 18th May 2026. If you have selected the remotely proctored mode for your exam, you will have access to a mock test from 22nd to 24th May 2026.
NITTE NUCAT Test 3 2026 Exam Format and Conduct
For the NUCAT Test 3, there are two options for taking the exam: remotely proctored mode or center-based mode. You should pick your preferred mode during the slot booking process based on what is available.
The answer key for the NUCAT Test 3 will be made available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM on 29th May 2026.
The final ranks will be announced on 7th June 2026, after which category-wise counseling will take place from 11th June 2026.
What Lies Ahead for Students
Personal counseling sessions will be held in four groups: JEE on June 11, TFW on June 12, Inclusivity on June 13, and General counseling starting June 15. Candidates must report to the university by July 13, 2026, to confirm their admission. The academic year will begin for selected candidates on June 29, 2026.
All candidates are required to complete formalities by July 13, 2026, to finish their admission process at NITTE University. Students are advised to register at nitte.edu.in as early as possible to prevent any issues caused by the May 18 deadline. They should review the prescribed syllabus and take practice tests to prepare well for the May 26–28 exam period.