NTA will conduct CUET UG 2026 May 19 Shift 1 and 2 in CBT mode. Candidates taking the entrance exam can check CUET exam day analysis, subject-wise difficulty level and memory-based questions on this page. The question paper analysis will be updates as soon as the shift concludes.
CUET UG 2026 Analysis
The Common University Entrance Test for UG admissions 2026 will be conducted today for May 19, Shift 1 & 2 exam. National Testing Agency is administering CUET UG 2026 in 35 shifts, scheduled in 21 days across multiple exam centres in India and abroad. Students appearing for the exam can check CUET UG 2026 May 19 exam day analysis, subject-wise difficulty level, important topics, memory-based questions and students’ feedback on this page.
The CUET UG exams 2026 will be conducted till May 31, 2026, in CBT mode. Students must keep all important documents and follow exam day guidelines to avoid rejection of candidacy. NTA will release official answer key for all subjects once the exams are over.
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CUET UG Pattern 2026
The CUET question papers for all subjects have been framed based on following pattern:
- Number of Questions: 50
- Exam Duration: 60 minutes
- Optional Questions: No
- Total Marks: 250
CUET Marking Scheme
The marking scheme to be followed for paper evaluation is:
- +5 marks for every correct answer
- -1 for every incorrect answer
- 0 for every incorrect and unattempted question
CUET UG 2026 Difficulty Level
Up until now, students have found the difficulty level of CUET UG subjects as follows:
| UG Subject |
Difficulty Level |
|---|---|
| English |
Moderate to Tough |
| General Test |
Moderate |
| Accountancy |
Moderate |
| Business Studies |
Easy to Moderate |
| Economics |
Moderate |
| Physics |
Easy to Moderate |
| Chemistry |
Easy to Moderate |
| Geography |
Easy |
| Political Science |
Easy to Moderate |
| History |
Moderate |
| Sociology |
Easy to Moderate |
CUET UG Question Paper Analysis 2026
Candidates can check the table below for CUET 2026 analysis:
| Subject | CUET Analysis |
|---|---|
| General Aptitude Test |
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| English |
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| Mathematics |
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| Accountancy |
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| Chemistry |
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| Physics |
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LIVE UPDATE
CUET UG 2026 Question Paper Analysis; May 19, Shift 1 & 2 Difficulty Level
- 1:38 AM IST• 19 May 2026
CUET UG 2026 exam Day LIVE: Good CUET Score
Following scores can be considered Good CUET UG 2026 scores:
- Very Good Score: 900 and above (98-99 percentile)
- Good Score: 700-850 (90+ percentile)
- Average Score: 600-700 (80+ percentile)
- Low Score: 400-650 (<80 percentile)
- 1:24 AM IST• 19 May 2026
CUET UG 2026 May 19 Analysis LIVE: CUET English Vocabulary Words for Revision
Below are some of the CUET English Vocabulary words that came in yesterday's exam:
- Fastidious
- Infallible
- Expedient
- Unsurly
- Sesquipedalion
- Cortege
- Corpulent
- Emaciated
- Adroil
- Brevity
- Itinerant
- Philately
- Grieving
- Cantakerous
- 1:00 AM IST• 19 May 2026
CUET UG 2026 May 19 Exam Day LIVE: Things Allowed & Prohibited
Below are some of the D's and Don'ts, as informed by National Testing Agency:
CUET Exam Day Do’s
CUET Exam Day Don’ts
- Carry transparent water bottle
- Wear simple attire
- Cooperate with examination staff
- Avoid heavy accessories
- Avoid high heels
- Don’t report late
- 12:52 AM IST• 19 May 2026
CUET UG Top Subjects: Past Trends
As per the number of registrations received, following are the top CUET UG subjects for past three years:
Top 10 CUET 2025 Subjects
TOP 10 CUET 2024 Subjects
Top 10 CUET 2023 Subjects
1. English
1. English
1. English
2. General Aptitude Test
2. General Aptitude Test
2. General Aptitude Test
3. Chemistry
3. Chemistry
3. Chemistry
4. Physics
4. Physics
4. Physics
5. Mathematics / Applied Mathematics
5. Mathematics/Applied Mathematics
5. Mathematics / Applied Mathematics
6. Biology/ Biological Studies/ Biotechnology/ Biochemistry
6. Biology/Biological Studies/ Biotechnology/ Biochemistry
6. Biology/ Biological Studies/ Biotechnology/ Biochemistry
7. Economics / Business Economics
7. Economics/Business Economics
7. Hindi
8. Business Studies
8. Hindi
8. Economics / Business Economics
9. Accountancy / Bookkeeping
9. Business Studies
9. Business Studies
10. Political Science
10. Accountancy/Book Keeping
10. Accountancy / Bookkeeping
- 12:38 AM IST• 19 May 2026
CUET UG 2026 May 19 Exam: Documents to Carry at Centre
Candidates have to carry below documents with them to their CUET exam centre:
- CUET Admit Card 2026
- Self-declaration form
- Two passport-size photographs
- Original valid photo ID proof
- PwD/PwBD certificate (if applicable)
Note: The ID proof must be the same as the one uploaded in CUET application form.
- Correct answer or the most appropriate answer: Five marks (+5)
- Any incorrect option marked will be given minus one mark (-1).
- Unanswered/Marked for Review will be given no mark (0).
- If more than one option is found to be correct then Five marks (+5) will be awarded to only those who have marked any of the correct options.
- If all options are found to be correct then Five marks (+5) will be awarded to all those who have attempted the question.
- If none of the options is found correct or a question is found to be wrong or a question is dropped, then all candidates who have attempted the dropped question will be given five marks (+5) marks.
- 12:31 AM IST• 19 May 2026
Is NCERT Enough for CUET 2026 Preparation?
According to the question paper analysis of Common University Entrance Test from May 11 to May 18, it can be said that NCERT is enough. As of now, no shift has seen out of the syllabus topics or questions. So, for CUET UG domain subjects, if a student has thoroughly prepared NCERT books, they will be able to solve answers.
- 12:25 AM IST• 19 May 2026
CUET UG 2026 May 19 Paper Analysis & Memory Based Questions
Once CUET UG 2026 exam for May 19 Shift 1 and Shift 2 is concluded, candidates will be able to check the following on this page:
- Overall exam difficulty level
- Shift-wise paper analysis
- Good attempts
- Frequently asked topics
- Important chapters
- Memory-based Questions
- 12:13 AM IST• 19 May 2026
CUET UG 2026 May 19 Shift 1 Exam Duration
A candidate's exam will end at following times:
- For candidates with one exam only: 10 AM
- For candidates with two exams: 11 AM
- For candidates with three exams: 12 PM
- 12:06 AM IST• 19 May 2026
CUET UG 2026 Exam Pattern
NTA is following exam pattern in CUET UG exams 2026:
ection
Number of Questions
Duration
Language
50 Questions
60 minutes for all subjects
Domain Specific
50 Questions
General Test
50 Questions
- 12:00 AM IST• 19 May 2026
CUET UG 2026 May 19, Shift 1 LIVE: Reach CUET Exam Centre before 8:30 AM
Candidates appearing for first shift must reach their allotted exam centre before 8:30 AM (gate closing time). No entry will be allowed once centre gate closes.
- 11:53 PM IST• 18 May 2026
CUET UG 2026 LIVE: Exam Shift Timings
The CUET UG exam for 2026-27 admissions is being conducted in two shifts. The first shift is conducted between 9 AM and 12 PM; whereas, the second shift is between 3 PM and 6 PM.
- 11:46 PM IST• 18 May 2026
CUET UG 2026 May 19 LIVE: Dress Code for Exam Day
Candidates must follow below dress code to sit in the exam:
- Wear white, light clothing
- Woollens are allowed (after frisking process)
- Normal shows, slipper and low heels footwer are preferred
- Articles or objects of faith such as Kalava are allowed (after frisking process)
- 11:45 PM IST• 18 May 2026
CUET UG 2026 May 19 Shift 1 & 2 Tomorrow in CBT Mode
National Testing Agency will conduct Common University Entrance Test (UG) 2026 for Shift 1 and 2 tomorrow in computer based test mode.
Commonly asked questions
The CUET questions are objective in nature and carries four options also known as MCQs. Candidates will have to choose the correct answer option and click on it with the help of mouse. Since CUET UG 2026 exam will be conducted in a CBT mode, test-takers will be able to mark only one answer option. In case it is the correct option, students will get +5 marks and in case of wrong answer, negative marking scheme will be applied. Hence, candidates must ensure the accuracy of the answer before selecting the answer.
NTA prescribes the CUET UG marking scheme. Check below to know the CUET UG marking scheme 2026:
To download the CUET UG previous year question papers for all subjects, candidates must visit the link provided below:
Candidates can access the subject-wise CUET UG question papers for past four years.
Commonly asked questions
CUET UG question paper for each subject will consist of 50 questions. Candidates will be required to attempt all questions and no optional questions will be provided. In CUET UG 2026 there are 37 subjects- 13 languages, 23 domain subjects and general tests. While filling the CUET application form, candidates can select upto five CUET subjects aligning with the subjects studied in class 12th and course requirement.
Candidates must attempt all the questions of the subjects selected. However, candidates must keep in mind the negative marking and select the options carefully.
Common University Entrance Test UG 2025 question papers can be download at - CUET UG 2025 Question Papers. Candidates can visit the provided link and download subject wise CUET question paper 2025 PDF online for free. CUET PYQs are important for exam preparation.
CUET UG Language section will include 50 questions. Candidates must attempt all questions. There will be no optional questions.
The language section will check candidate's reading comprehension based on different types of passages. This section will also include questions from grammar. To prepare for the CUET UG language section, candidates must solve previous year question papers and mock tests to become familiar with the type of questions asked in the exam.
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