Domain Subjects in CUET 2026: Check Updated List, UG Course Mapping Criteria
Common University Entrance Test 2026 ( CUET )
CUET UG 2026 Exam
11 May '26 - 31 May '26
Candidates desirous of taking admission to UG courses offered by CUET accepting colleges must check the list of domain subjects in CUET. It is important to know the CUET domain subjects required to pursue the UG course. Know the CUET exam pattern and course mapping of CUET domain subjects here.
Domain Subjects in CUET
CUET Domain Subject: National Testing Agency offers 23 CUET domain subjects. Candidates can select upto five CUET subjects from Language, domain subjects and General test,aligning with the subjects studies and class 12th. Candidates can now edit subjects based on desired UG course and college criteria. Candidates can enter their subject preference while filling the CUET online form 2026. NTA has reopened the CUET subject correction 2026 window. Students can edit the opted subjects between April 17 and April 19, 2026.
CUET accepting universities release the CUET subject mapping criteria for all the UG courses along with the official CUET notification 2026. Candidates applying for the UG courses must check CUET subject criteria 2026 of the desired course. Candidates must note that neither accepting college nor NTA will be responsible for applicants not fulfilling the course criteria. Candidates must carefully review the CUET subjects.
Common University Entrance Test (CUET) is conducted for entry into the UG admission process of top universities in India. NTA has announced CUET exam date in the official notification. The CUET 2026 will be held from May 11 to May 31, 2026 in CBT mode. The CUET exam timing and the number of shifts will be declared on the CUET intimation slip and CUET admit card.
- CUET Domain Subjects
- How CUET Subject Mapping Works?
- CUET Domain Subjects: Steps to Map Subjects with Courses?
- Can I Modify CUET Subjects 2026 During Correction Window?
- CUET UG 2026 Preparation
CUET Domain Subjects
CUET domain subjects includes the core subjects of Science, Commerce and Arts streams. The candidate must CUET subject as per University and course criteria. This section will include non-optional questions i.e., candidates will have to attempt all 50 questions. Refer below to know the CUET domain subjects and CUET syllabus.
| CUET 23 Domain Subjects |
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| CUET Domain Subjects |
Syllabus Link |
| 1. Accountancy/ Book Keeping |
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| 2. Agriculture |
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| 3. Anthropology |
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| 4. Biology |
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| 5. Business Studies |
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| 6. Chemistry |
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| 7. Computer Science/ Informatics Practices |
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| 8. Economics/ Business Economics |
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| 9. Fine Arts/ Visual Arts (Sculpture/ Painting)/Commercial Arts |
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| 10. Geography/Geology |
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| 11. Home Science |
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| 12. History |
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| 13. Knowledge Tradition and Practices of India |
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| 14. Environmental Science |
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| 15. Mathematics |
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| 16. Physical Education/ NCC /Yoga |
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| 17. Physics |
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| 18. Political Science |
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| 19. Psychology |
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| 20. Sociology |
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| 21. Mass Media/ Mass Communication |
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| 22. Performing Arts |
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| 23. Sanskrit |
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How CUET Subject Mapping Works?
CUET subject mapping is one of the important steps while filling CUET UG 2026 application form and to appear for exam. CUET subejct mapping is important criteria for admissions. Check below to know how CUET subject mapping criteria works:
- Create a list of preferred UG course
- Check Preferred university UG course criteria
- Based on CUET subjects mentions select those CUET subjects in application form
- Complete the CUET registration 2026 before deadline
CUET Domain Subjects: Steps to Map Subjects with Courses?
Candidates seeking admission to the Undergraduate program of CUET accepting colleges must map the CUET domain subjects as per the university requirement. Students will be able to select a maximum of five subjects from all three sections. To map the CUET subjects, candidates must go through the website of the University (seeking admission for) to know the course eligibility and required CUET subject mapping.
- Visit CUET UG official link: cuet.nta.nic.in
- Navigate to CUET application form 2026
- Enter the CUET UG login details: Application number, DOB and password
- Under CUET subject section, enter the preferred CUET subjects
- Save the changes
To know the CUET subject mapping criteria for each university, candidates must follow the steps mentioned below:
- Visit the official website- cuet.nta.nic.in
- Screen will now display the list of CUET UG participating universities
- Click on the name of the university
- Screen will now display the subject mapping criteria for each course.
Table below highlights the UG courses subject mapping required to apply for the programme. The table below gives an idea about subjects that candidates can map to the desired course.
| CUET 2026 Subject Mapping for Banaras Hindu University |
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|---|---|---|
| Degree |
Programme/ Course offered |
Domain/ General/ Optional Languages mapped to the Programmes offered in column C |
| Bachelor of Arts (Hons.) |
Bachelor of Arts (Hons.) in Ecomoics/ History/ Political Science/ Sociology/ Psychology/ Geography/ Arabic/ Bengali/ Hindi/ Persian/ Pali/ Sanskrit/ Urdu/ English/ Japanese/ Chinese/ German/ French/ Ancient Indian History Culture (AHIC) & Archaeology/ History of Art/ Philosophy/ Linguistics/ Home Science/ Music (Instrumental / Vocal)/ Painting/ Education/ Dance (Kathak / Bharatnatyam) |
1. Language Test - English (101) or Hindi (102) 2. General Aptitude Test (501) |
| B.A. (Hons.) LL.B. |
B.A. (Hons.) LL.B. |
1. Language Test - English (101) or Hindi (102) 2. General Aptitude Test (501) |
| Bachelor of Commerce (Hons.) / Bachelor of Commerce (Hons.)- Fininacial Market Management |
Bachelor of Commerce (Hons.) / Bachelor of Commerce (Hons.)- Fininacial Market Management |
1. Subject Test - Accountancy/Book Keeping (301) 2. Subject Test - Business Studies (305) 3. General Aptitude Test (501) |
| Bachelor of Science (Hons.) in Agriculture |
Bachelor of Science (Hons.) in Agriculture |
1. Subject Test - Chemistry (306) 2. Subject Test - Mathematics (319) 3. Subject Test - Physics (322) OR 1. Subject Test - Biology (304) 2. Subject Test - Chemistry (306) 3. Subject Test - Physics (322) OR 1. Subject Test - Agriculture (302) 2. Subject Test - Biology (304) 3. Subject Test -Chemistry (306) |
| Bachelor of Science (Hons.) |
Bachelor of Science (Hons.) in Botany/ Chemistry/ Zoology/ Home Science/ Geography/ Earth Science {For Bio Group} |
1. Subject Test - Biology (304) 2. Subject Test - Chemistry (306) 3. Subject Test - Physics (322) |
| Bachelor of Science (Hons.) |
Bachelor of Science (Hons.) in Mathematics/ Statistics/ Computer Science/ Physics/ Chemistry/ Geography/ Earth Science {For Maths Group} |
1. Subject Test - Chemistry (306) 2. Subject Test - Mathematics (319) 3. Subject Test - Physics (322) |
| Bachelor of Technology in Dairy Technology |
Bachelor of Technology in Dairy Technology |
1. Subject Test - Chemistry (306) 2. Subject Test - Mathematics (319) 3. Subject Test - Physics (322) |
| Bachelor of Technology in Food Technology |
Bachelor of Technology in Food Technology |
1. Subject Test - Chemistry (306) 2. Subject Test - Mathematics (319) 3. Subject Test - Physics (322) |
| Bachelor of Vocation in Fashion Technology & Apparel Designing |
Bachelor of Vocation in Fashion Technology and Apparel Designing |
1. Language Test - English (101) or Hindi (102) 2. General Aptitude Test (501) |
| Bachelor of Vocation in Modern Office Management |
Bachelor of Vocation in Modern Office Management |
1. Language Test - English (101) or Hindi (102) 2. General Aptitude Test (501) |
| Bachelor of Vocation in Food Processing & Management |
Bachelor of Vocation in Food Processing & Management |
1. Subject Test - Chemistry (306) 2. Subject Test - Mathematics (319) 3. Subject Test - Physics (322) OR 1. Subject Test - Biology (304) 2. Subject Test - Chemistry (306) 3. Subject Test - Physics (322) OR 1. Subject Test - Agriculture (302) 2. Subject Test - Biology (304) 3. Subject Test -Chemistry (306) |
| Bachelor of Vocation in Hospitality & Tourism Management |
Bachelor of Vocation in Hospitality & Tourism Management |
1. Language Test - English (101) or Hindi (102) 2. General Aptitude Test (501) |
| Bachelor of Vocation in Medical Lab Technology |
Bachelor of Vocation in Medical Lab Technology |
1. Language Test - English (101) or Hindi (102) 2. Subject Test - Biology / Biotechnology (304) |
| Bachelor of Vocation in Retail & Logistics Management |
Bachelor of Vocation in Retail & Logistics Management |
1. Language Test - English (101) or Hindi (102) 2. General Aptitude Test (501) |
| Bachelor of Fine Arts |
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Applied Arts/ Painting (Painting/ Textile Design)/ Plastic Arts (Pottery & Ceramic) |
1. Subject Test - Fine Arts/Visual Arts/Commercial Arts (312)
Note: The Final admission merit for these courses will have both CUET (UG) + Practical Examination (conducted in BHU). |
| Bachelor of Performing Arts |
Bachelor of Performing Arts in Vocal (North Indian Classical)/ Instrumental (Sitar/ Flute)/ Instrumental (Tabla)/ Dance (Bharat Natyam/ Kathak) |
1. Subject Test - Performing Arts (320)
Note: The Final admission merit for these courses will have both CUET (UG) + Practical Examination (conducted in BHU). |
| Shastri (Hons.) |
Shastri (Hons.) in Veda (Krishana Yajurveda/ Shukla Yajurveda)/ Vyakarna/ Sahitya/ Jyotish (Ganit / Falit)/ Vaidik Darshan (Sankhyayoga/ Nyaya Vyasheshika/ Vedanta/ Puranaethihasa)/ Dharmasastra & Mimansa (Dharmasastra/ Mimansa & Dharmagama)/ Jain-Buddha Darshan (Jain Darshan/ Bauddha Darshan) |
1. Subject Test - Sanskrit (325) |
| Bachelor of Science (Hons.) in Medical Technology (Radiotherapy) |
Bachelor of Science (Hons.) in Medical Technology (Radiotherapy) |
1. Subject Test - Chemistry (306) 2. Subject Test - Mathematics (319) 3. Subject Test - Physics (322) OR 1. Subject Test - Biology (304) 2. Subject Test - Chemistry (306) 3. Subject Test - Physics (322) |
| Bachelor of Science (Hons.) in Medical Radiology and Imaging Technology |
Bachelor of Science (Hons.) in Medical Radiology and Imaging Technology |
1. Subject Test - Biology (304) 2. Subject Test - Chemistry (306) 3. Subject Test - Physics (322) |
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| Click here to check Deemed Universities CUET subject mapping criteria | ||
| Click Here to check Private Universities CUET subject mapping criteria | ||
| Click here to check Government Universities CUET subject mapping criteria | ||
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Can I Modify CUET Subjects 2026 During Correction Window?
Yes, candidates candidates could modify the CUET subjects diring the form correction window. Candidates had to pay the requisite fee for addition of subjects. CUET form correction 2026 was open till February 11, 2026. Candidates who wish to modify/add the CUET subjects could edit within the given period. While modifying the subjects, candidates must make sure to check the course eligibility before saving the form. CUET application correction is a one time facility. Once the window is closed, the form cannot be edited or any request will not be entertained.
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- Check the detailed CUET syllabus 2026.
- Students must ensure to devote fair time for difficult and easy CUET subjects.
- Candidates must solve CUET previous year question papers to assess their preparation level and analyse the difficulty level of the question paper.
- Choosing the best book for CUET preparation is important. NCERT books are recommended for preparation.
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No, candidates who wish to apply for BTech admissions at UIT, Karnavati University cannot do so with CUET-UG scores. Only JEE Mains or GUJCET scores are considered for UIT, Karnavati University BTech admissions for eligible candidates.
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You can refer to NCERT subject books for basic concepts. For course based best books list, check this link.
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