CUET UG 2026 English question paper for May 12 shift 1 is now available. Students can now check the memory-based questions here. Candidates appearing for the CUET UG English 2026 exam can check the trending questions with answer key here. CUET UG 2026 exam is being conducted in CBT mode till May 31, 2026.
CUET 2026 English Question Paper
Common University Entrance Test 2026 English exam for May 12 shift 1 has concluded. Candidates can now check the CUET UG English 2026 question paper (memory-based) along with the answers. CUET UG 2026 exam is being held in CBT mode till May 31, 2026. Candidates appearing for future shifts of CUET UG 2026 English exam can check the expected questions, analysis and student review here.
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CUET 2026 May 12 English Question Paper with Answer Key (Memory-Based)
Candidates can check the memory-based CUET 2026 May 12 shift 1 English question paper and answer key below.
CUET English 2026 May 12 Vocabulary Questions
Q1. What is the meaning of “Taciturn”?
Answer: Silent by nature
Q2. What is the meaning of “Sporadic”?
Answer: Occasional
Q3. What is the meaning of “Tumultuous”?
Answer: Noisy and chaotic
Q4. What is the meaning of “Ostentatious”?
Answer: Showy
Q5. What is the meaning of “Nefarious”?
Answer: Wicked
Q6. What is a “Pangram”?
Answer: A sentence containing every letter of the alphabet
Q7. What is the meaning of “Anonymous”?
Answer: Unknown
CUET English 2026 May 12 Match the Following
Q1. Match the following words with their meanings.
Taciturn — Silent
Sporadic — Occasional
Ostentatious — Showy
Nefarious — Evil
CUET English 2026 May 12 Phrasal Verb Question
Q1. The meeting was ___ due to heavy rain.
Answer: Called off
Q2. We should not ___ important details while writing notes.
Answer: Leave out
Q3. The issue suddenly ___ during the discussion.
Answer: Cropped up
Q4. She finally ___ her fear of public speaking.
Answer: Got over
CUET English 2026 May 12 Figure of Speech Question
Q1. Identify the figure of speech in “Her smile was like sunshine.”
Answer: Simile
Q2. Identify the figure of speech in “Time is a thief.”
Answer: Metaphor
Q3. Identify the figure of speech in “The stars danced in the sky.”
Answer: Personification
CUET English 2026 May 12 Rearrangement Questions
Q1. Rearrange the following sentences in the correct order.
P. He opened the letter carefully.
Q. He smiled after reading it.
R. The postman arrived early morning.
S. Ravi waited anxiously.
Answer: RSPQ
Q2. Rearrange the following sentences in the correct order.
P. The teacher entered the class.
Q. Students stood up immediately.
R. The bell rang loudly.
S. Silence spread everywhere.
Answer: RPQS
CUET English 2026 May 12 Grammar
Adjective Order (OSASCOMP)
Q1. Choose the correct sentence according to adjective order.
Answer: She bought a beautiful small red bag.
Active and Passive Voice
Q1. Change into passive voice: “They completed the project.”
Answer: The project was completed by them.
Q2. Change into active voice: “The song was sung by Arijit.”
Answer: Arijit sang the song.
CUET English 2026 May 12 Spelling Error
Q1. Identify the correct spelling.
Answer: Depreciation
Q2. Identify the correct spelling.
Answer: Aggregate
Q3. Identify the correct spelling.
Answer: Notorious
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 a mouse. Since CUET UG exam will be conducted in CBT mode, test-takers will be able to mark only one answer option.
NTA prescribes the CUET UG marking scheme. Check below to know the CUET UG marking scheme:
- 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.
Practicing with CUET UG (Common University Entrance Test) question papers from previous years offers following benefits:
Helps in knowing format, structure, and types of questions.
Student can know repeated question types.
Help students know weak and strong sections
Helps in developing important skills.
Regularly solving CUET question papers improves problem-solving skills and speed.
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, there are 37 subjects: 13 languages, 23 domain subjects and general tests. While filling the CUET application form, candidates can select up to five CUET subjects aligning with the subjects studied in class 12th and course requirements.
Candidates must attempt all the questions of the subjects selected. However, candidates must keep in mind the negative marking and select the options carefully.
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CUET 2026 May 12 English Difficulty Level
CUET UG 2026 May 12 English question paper is of moderate difficulty level. Candidates can check the table below to know the shift-wise analysis:
| Shift |
Difficulty Level |
|---|---|
| Shift 1 |
Moderate |
| Shift 2 |
To be updated |
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 2 days ago
- Students should have passed Class 12 from a recognised board
- They should have a minimum of 55 percent in Class 12
- Students waiting for Class 12 results can apply.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 2 days ago
Christ University offers admission to candidates based on an entrance exam conducted by the university itself, called the Christ University Entrance Test. University offers UG and PG courses through Christ University CUET exam.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 3 days ago
Yes, in many cases. University Commerce College admits students on Class 12 merit through the University of Rajasthan. Many private colleges also give admission on marks. Some, like Mahatma Jyoti Rao Phoole University, accept CUET too. Check each college's rules before you apply.
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Answered 6 days ago
No, CUET is conducted on multiple days in more than one shift. According to last year, NTA conducts CUET exam in two shifts. Candidates get the CUET exam dates for their subjects in admit card.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 6 days ago
Yes, you can take CUET UG exam again. There is no restriction on the number of attempts a candidate can take in CUET exam. As long as they meet the age limit of their target university for preferred course, students can apply for CUET exam for more than one time.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 6 days ago
Yes, CUET is paid. Candidates have to pay according to the category they are applying through and number of subject they are opting.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 6 days ago
Yes, you can crack CUET UG exam with self-study. As the syllabus for CUET exam is similar to that of Class 12 syllabus, candidates have already covered the basic concepts for Boards exam. For CUET preparation, they have to work on their time management skills and quick problem solving skills as the
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 6 days ago
No, the CUET UG exam is conducted once a year. The National Testing Agency administers the exam every year. The exam is usually held in May-June.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 6 days ago
Yes, the National Testing Agency will conduct Common University Entrance Test (UG) exam in May 2027. The application window for CUET UG 2027 is expected to open in January next year.
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