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NTA is conducting CUET 2026 exam between May 11 and May 31, 2026, in computer based test mode, in multiple shifts, across India and abroad. Students appearing CUET 2026 for UG admissions can read this article CUET Mathematics 2026 question paper analysis and answer key. Also, find out memory-based questions for each exam shift.

Explore this page for CUET Mathematics 2026 question paper analysis and answer key. Get memory-based questions for each exam shift. NTA started conducting CUET UG 2026 from May 11.

CUET 2026 Maths Question Paper Analysis

CUET 2026 Maths Question Paper Analysis

CUET UG Mathematics exam 2026 for May 21, 19, 18, 15, 14 and 12 has been conducted successfully in CBT mode. NTA will be conducting CUET 2026 exam till May 31, 2026, across multiple exam centres. As per students' reaction on past shifts, the question paper has moderate difficulty level. CUET UG 2026 Mathematics exam comes under top 3 domain subjects of Common University Entrance Test, and is mostly opted by Commerce and Science students. The question paper includes questions from core mathematics and applied mathematics. Candidates have to answer all questions in 60 minutes. Students taking the entrance test can check out this page for CUET UG 2026 Mathematics question paper analysis. 

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Table of contents
  • CUET UG Mathematics 2026 Memory Based Questions & Answer Key
  • CUET UG 2026 Mathematics Analysis
  • CUET Mathematics 2026 Important Topics & Expected Number of Questions
  • CUET Mathematics Difficulty Level

CUET UG Mathematics 2026 Memory Based Questions & Answer Key

The CUET exam pattern states that the entrance examination is being conducted in CBT mode. This means that there is no hard copy of CUET 2026 maths question paper. But, to help students taking CUET UG exam on later exam dates, Shiksha will share CUET UG 2026 Mathematics memory based questions based on the test taker's feedback. Students must note that these questions may have different figures from those of the actual question.

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Shift Important Topics
May 12, Shift 2
  • Calculus: AOD  (increasing and decreasing, local maxima question)
  • AOI
  • Calculus was difficult to attempt than PYQ
  • Matching question (integration formulas, differential equation)
  • Probability direct questions (4-5 questions)
  • LPP- Figure based, feasible region, statement
  • Vector and 3-dimensional geometry similar to PYQs- direct questions, statement and match the following type
  • Degree of order
  • Matrices easy questions
  • Determinants (2-3 questions)- Adjoint A, |A|=?, |4A|= order of A is 3
  • Continuity and Differentiability- statement based question
  • ITF- one question on match the following 
  • Relation and function ( 1 quest)- function {x,y}: 1+xy <0
May 14, Shift 2
  • Order and degree of sequential
  • Probability (Cards)
  • Integration (2 substitution questions, formula based, by parts)
  • Vectors- 1 question
  • 3D- 1 questions ( find shortest distance)
  • LPP- (maximum value, infeasible solution)
  • Determinants (Inconsistency, A (adj A))
  • Matrices- direct question
  • Relations (Number of ordered pairs to be added)
  • ITF
  • Calculus
  • Integrals (lengthy but easy)
  • AOD
May 15, Shift 1
  • Integrals (Match the following on formulas)
  • Differential equation (Match the following on formulas)
  • Probability- conditional probability
  • Matrices
  • Continuity and differentiability
May 18
  • Integration Lengthy
  • Function & Relation (Match the Column)
  • Order & Degree (Match)
  • Probability (2 questions)
    • Independent Events
  • Matrix (More Weightage)
    • For which value of 'k', the matrix will be zero
    • Find Adjoint of Adjnoit (A)
  • dy/dx Parametric
  • Differential Equation (General Sol)
  • Integrals
  • Application of Integrals
    • Parabola
  • Application of Derivatives
    • Absolute Maxima & Absolute Minima
    • Increasing & Decreasing
  • CnD (limits) (simple question)
  • Inverse Trigonometry (easy)
  • LPP (constraints, maximize Z)
  • Vectors/3D
    • Angle
    • Direction Cosines
May 19, Shift 1

Quant-

AP; Height and distance; Algebra; Mean, median (table form) and mode; Profit and loss- asked only profit; Percentage; Mensuration; Triangle- area; Circle area; Ratio; Number system; Probability- ball

May 19, Shift 2
  • Relation and function- Match the following, Statement based question
  • Inverse trigonometry
  • Matrices and Determinants- from PYQ, |adj A|
  • CnD
  • AOD- Increasing, decreasing intervals, application based, absolute maxima and mini.
  • Integrals
  • AOI
  • D.E- Match – order/degree
  • D.E- Variable separable method
  • Vector Algebra- angle based question
  • 3-D- value of m if two lines intersect
  • LPP (Easy)- statement based question, 2 corner points have same optimal value
  • Probability- match the following
May 21, Shift 1
  • Relation & Function
    • Equivalence Relation (One-to-One)
    • Domain Concept
    • ITF (Principle Branch)
  • Matrix & Determinant
  • CnD- direct questions
  • Differentiation- lengthy
  • Application of derivative- increasing and decreasing concept
  • Integration
  • Application of Integrals
  • Probability
    • 2 questions on Bayes’ theorem
  • Vector and 3-D – formula based questions

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CUET UG 2026 Mathematics Analysis

The Common University Entrance Test for Mathematics is being conducted between May 11 and May 31, 2026, in two shifts, in 306 cities across India and 15 abroad. This section will cover CUET Mathematics exam analysis for both shifts on each exam day, as and when they are concluded.

Shift Analysis
May 12, Shift 2
  • Questions were difficult
  • Question paper was lengthy
May 14, Shift 2
  • Question paper was difficult and lengthy
  • Mathematics number of questions
    • Relation and Function- 2 questions
    • Matrices and detrminnats- 7-8 questions
    • CnD- 2 questions
    • AOD- 5-6 questions
    • Integrals- 4-5 questuis
    • AOI- 4-5 quesstions
    • DE- 5-6 questions
    • Vectors- 3 questions
    • 3D- 3 questions
    • LPP- 3 questions
    • Probability- 4-5 questions
May 15, Shift 1
  • Match the following maximum questions
  • Statement based questions
  • Integrals- 5-6 questions
  • Differential equation (5-6 questions)
  • Matrices (Less Weightage) (4-5 questions)
  • Continuity and differentiability (2 questions per topic)
May 18
  • Solvable
  • Need proper Time Management
  • Simple Questions
May 19, Shift 1
  • Lengthy
  • Quant- 15 questions approx.
  • Mensuration- 2 questions
  • Ratio- 1 question
May 19, Shift 2
  • Inverse trigonometry- 1 question
  • CnD- 1 question on graph
  • Integrals- 1 question basic substitution
  • D.E- Variable separable method- 4-5 questions
May 21, Shift 1
  • Good Attempt: 40+ questions
  • Not Lengthy
  • Number of questions from Relation & Function has increased (3-4 questions)
  • Matrix & Determinants (10-12 questions)
  • Application of derivative- increasing and decreasing concept- 2 questions
  • Integration- 5-6 questions- easy
  • Probability- 3 questions
  • Vector and 3-D (1-2 questions)

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CUET Mathematics 2026 Important Topics & Expected Number of Questions

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Check out this table to know expected CUET 2026 Maths important topics and expected weightage:

CUET Maths Important Topics

CUET Maths Question Weightage

  • Matrices and types of Matrices
  • Determinants
  • Inverse of a Matrix

2 - 3

  • Indefinite integrals of simple functions
  • Definite Integrals

3 - 4

3 - 4

  • Random variables and its probability distribution, 
  • Variance and Standard Deviation of a random variable
  • Binomial Distribution

2 - 3

  • Order and degree of differential equations
  • Formulating and solving of differential equations with variable separable

2 - 3

4 - 5

  • Mathematical formulation of LPP
  • Graphical method of solution for problems in two variables
  • Feasible and infeasible regions

2 - 3

  • Vectors and scalars
  • components of a vector
  • Vector(cross) product of vectors
  • Scalar triple product

3 - 4

3 - 4

  • Multiplications theorem on probability
  • Conditional probability
  • Baye’s theorem

2 - 3

  • Direction cosines/ratios of a line joining two points
  • Cartesian and vector equation of a line

3 - 4

  • Modulo Arithmetic
  • Congruence Modulo
  • Allegation and Mixture
  • Numerical Problems
  • Boats and Streams
  • Pipes and Cisterns
  • Races and Games

3 - 4

Also Read: CUET Chapter Wise Weightage

CUET Mathematics Difficulty Level

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What type of questions are asked in the CUET exam?
A: 

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 a mouse. Since CUET UG  exam will be conducted in CBT mode, test-takers will be able to mark only one answer option. 

Q:   How to get CUET UG previous year question paper?
A: 

To download the CUET UG previous year question papers for all subjects, candidates must visit the link provided below:

CUET Question Paper 2022-2025

Candidates can access the subject-wise CUET UG question papers for past four years.

Q:   Is it compulsory to attempt all the sections of the CUET question paper?
A: 

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.

Q:   Where can I find CUET UG 2025 question papers?
A: 

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.

After considering the difficulty level trend of past years and students' feedback for every exam session, the CUET difficulty level of Mathematics exam is moderate to high. Students usually find it difficult to complete the examination on time and get stuck on application-based questions. The shift-wise difficulty level of CUET Maths exam for all dates is shared here, as and when conducted.

Shift Difficulty Level
May 12, Shift 2

Moderate

May 14, Shift 2

Easy to Moderate

May 15, Shift 1

Moderate (Lengthy)

May 18

Easy

May 19, Shift 1

Easy to Moderate (Lengthy)

May 19, Shift 2

Moderate to Difficulty

May 21, Shift 1

Easy

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Q:   How many questions are there in the language section of CUET UG?
A: 

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. 

Q:   From where can I download CUET sample papers?
A: 

Common University Entrance Test (CUET) sample papers are released by the conducting body, National Testing Agency (NTA). To download the CUET question papers follow the steps below:

  1. Go to- CUET Question Paper
  2. Select CUET subject to download the question paper for
  3. Click on the tab download
  4. Create the login details for new registrations
  5. Link to download the CUET question paper will be sent on the registered email ID
  6. Click on the link provided and save the PDF.
Q:   Why should I practice with CUET question papers from previous years?
A: 

Practicing with CUET UG (Common University Entrance Test) question papers from previous years offers following benefits:

  1. Helps in knowing format, structure, and types of questions.

  2. Student can know repeated question types.

  3. Help students know weak and strong sections

  4. Helps in developing important skills.

  5. Regularly solving CUET question papers improves problem-solving skills and speed.

Q:   Which subjects have been removed in CUET UG?
A: 

UGC has announced the deletion of 26 subjects from CUET UG 2025 onwards. CUET UG 20 foreign languages and six domain subjects have been removed. Check the list below to know the name of the subjects:

  • Foreign Languages (French, Spanish, German, Nepali, Persian, Italian, Arabic, Sindhi, Kashmiri, Konkani, Bodo, Dogri, Maithili, Manipuri, Santhali, Sanskrit, Tibetan, Japanese, Russian, Chinese)
  • Domain Subjetcs (Entrepreneurship, Teaching Aptitude, Fashion Studies, Tourism, Legal Studies, Engineering Graphics)
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