LUMET Pattern 2025: Know Marking Scheme & Exam Duration

Lucknow University Management Entrance Test 2025 ( LUMET )

Vipra Shrivastava
Updated on Jun 12, 2025 16:34 IST

By Vipra Shrivastava, Senior Manager - Content

LUMET exam pattern 2025 has been is prescribed by Lucknow University. The question paper of LUMET exam 2025 will consists of 100 MCQs divided into four sections. The time duration of Lucknow University entrance exam will be 90 minutes. The LUMET 2025 question paper will have four sections -  General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning and English Verbal Ability & Comprehension. To prepare for these subjects, candidates can study from any MBA entrance exam preparation book. Referring to books for CAT exam preparation will be most beneficial. Read here all about LUMET 2025 exam pattern.

Q:   What is the difficulty level of LUMET questions?
A: 

LUMET questions are of easy to moderate difficulty level. They are very straightforward and not very lengthy or tricky. However, candidates need to keep in mind that they will get about 100 questions from four subjects to solve in 90 minutes. They should have good speed in solving the questions to be able to score high.

Q:   How many questions should I solve in LUMET exam for a good score?
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LUMET has 100 questions in total. The time limit is 90 minutes, thus it is not possible to solve all 100 questions. Candidates must aim to solve a minimum of 78-80 questions correctly to get a good score. They should leave out questions which they find tough or are unsure of the correct answer.

Q:   Which section of LUMET has maximum weightage?
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All the sections of LUMET, i.e. General Awareness, Quantitative Ability, Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning and English Verbal Ability & Comprehension, have equal weightage. Every section carries 25 questions and 50 marks. Thus, candidates must ensure that they solve a good number of questions in every section for an overall good score.

Table of content
  • LUMET Exam Pattern 2025
  • LUMET Marking Scheme
  • LUMET Syllabus
  • LUMET Pattern 2025 FAQs
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LUMET Exam Pattern 2025

The latest exam pattern for LUMET has been released along with the LUMET 2025 exam dates and admission prospectus. Check the table below for key highlights of previous year's LUMET exam pattern:

LUMET Features

Details

Exam Mode

Paper-based test 

Test Centre

Lucknow

Exam Duration

90 minutes

Sections

Four sections - 

  1. General Awareness
  2. Quantitative Aptitude
  3. Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning
  4. English Verbal Ability & Comprehension

Total Questions

100

Sectional Weightage

25 questions per section

Total Marks

200

Questions Type

Multiple-choice questions

Marking Scheme

  • 2 marks for each questions 

  • No negative marking

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the time duration of LUMET exam?
A: 

The total time duration of LUMET exam is 90 minutes without break. Candidates have to solve 100 questions from General Awareness, Quantitative Ability, Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning and English Verbal Ability & Comprehension within 90 minutes.

Q:   Which section of LUMET has maximum questions?
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Every section of LUMET has equal number of questions i.e. 25. The total marks per section is also 50. The sections are: General Awareness, Quantitative Ability, Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning and English Verbal Ability & Comprehension.

Q:   Is there sectional time limit in LUMET?
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No, there is no sectional time limit in LUMET. Candidates have to complete the test in 90 minutes. They can divide this duration between the four sections as per their convenience or strategy. However, they must note that they should solve a good enough number of questions in all the sections to get a good overall score.

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LUMET Marking Scheme

The marking scheme of LUMET is similar to other MBA entrance exams. Check the details below:

  • Total marks of LUMET is 200
  • +2 marks is awarded for every correct attempt
  • +0 marks is awarded for every incorrect attempt
  • +0 marks is awarded for every unanswered question
  • There is no negative marking in LUMET 

LUMET 2025: Section wise Marks

LUMET Sections Marks Allotted
General Awareness 25
Quantitative Aptitude 25
Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning 25
English Verbal Ability & Comprehension 25
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LUMET Syllabus

The syllabus of LUMET exam is similar to other MBA entrance exams. To prepare for LUMET, candidates can refer to study material of CAT or any other top MBA entrance exam. Take a look at the main subjects included in LUMET syllabus 2025:

LUMET Syllabus

Description

General Awareness

The topics include static GK and current affairs from business, world, politics, sports, technology, science, art & culture, society

English Verbal Ability & Comprehension

This section includes reading comprehension passages, verbal ability, vocabulary and English grammar.

Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning

This section includes data sets in the form of tables, graphs, pie charts, etc. and reasoning questions from puzzles, visual reasoning, critical reasoning, coding- decoding, family tree, seating arrangement, statement-conclusion, etc.

Quantitative Aptitude

This section includes Modern Math, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Arithmetic, Mensuration, etc.

Click on these links to get detailed preparation strategy, tips and sample questions for Quantitative Aptitude, Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning and English Verbal Ability & Comprehension. 

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LUMET 2025 Result LUMET 2025 Admit Card
LUMET 2025 Counselling LUMET 2025 Application Form
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LUMET Pattern 2025 FAQs

Check here Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on LUMET pattern 2025:

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Q:   Which books are recommended to cover LUMET syllabus?
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Candidates can study CAT books for Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning & Data Interpretation and Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension to cover LUMET syllabus and practice previous year LUMET question papers for exam specific preparation. 

Q:   What are the important topics of LUMET Quantitative Ability syllabus?
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The important topics of LUMET Quantitative Ability syllabus includes Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Mensuration and Modern Maths. Candidates must study all the important sub topics from these topics and practice enough number of sample questions.

Q:   Is LUMET syllabus similar to CAT or CMAT syllabus?
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Yes, LUMET syllabus similar to CAT or CMAT syllabus. It includes same topics of Quantitative Ability, Data Interpretation, Logical Reasoning and Language Comprehension. Candidates can prepare for LUMET with CAT study material. Since, LUMET is much easier that CAT or CMAT, candidates can easily crack it by studying the books for CAT.

Q:   What are the important topics of LUMET General Awareness syllabus?
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The important topics of General Awareness section of LUMET includes static GK and current affairs. Candidates must study history, arts, science, technology, business, politics, international events, awards, inventions, sports, geography, etc. They can refer to GK Year books for preparation of this section. 

Q:   How much time is required to cover LUMET syllabus?
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A fresher can complete LUMET syllabus in three to four months whereas a candidate who has appeared for LUMET or any other MBA entrance exam before can complete the syllabus in lesser time. The syllabus of LUMET is same as other MBA entrance exams, so you will not face any problem in covering it as books are study material are available in abundance.

Q:   What are the important topics of LUMET English Verbal Ability & Comprehension syllabus?
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The important topics of LUMET English Verbal Ability & Comprehension syllabus include verbal ability, vocabulary, English grammar and reading comprehension. Candidates must pay special attention on reading comprehension and vocabulary.

Q:   What are the important topics of LUMET Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning syllabus?
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The important topics of LUMET Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning syllabus include tables, graphs, charts, venn diagram, sets, relationships, coding-decoding, visual reasoning, verbal reasoning, problem solving, series, seating arrangement, etc.

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