CUET 2026 English Hindi Important Topics and Chapter-Wise Weightage
Common University Entrance Test 2026 ( CUET )
Registration - 1 Mar '26 - 24 Mar '26
CUET English and Hindi syllabus 2026 will be available on the NTA website. Know the important topics to focus, and the weightage of each topic based on the previous year's CUET question paper.
CUET English syllabus and CUET Hindi syllabus are provided by the National Testing Agency (NTA). NTA releases CUET syllabus for languages, 27 domain subjects and general test. Students preparing for CUET 2026 exam can download the CUET syllabus for all subjects. Candidates appearing for the CUET exam can choose from 13 languages to take the exam.
The CUET application form 2026 will likely be released in the first week of March 2026. Keep reading on to know the CUET English Hindi important topics and chapter-wise weightage.
CUET 2026 exam will likely be conducted in the month of May 2026, in the computer-based test mode. CUET is a national-level exam which serves as a gateway to various undergraduate courses offered in the central, state, private and deemed universities across India.
- CUET Languages Exam Pattern
- CUET English and Hindi Syllabus 2026
- CUET English Chapter-Wise Weightage
- Best Books for CUET English Preparation
- Best Books for CUET Hindi Preparation
CUET Languages Exam Pattern
NTA has prescribed the CUET exam pattern 2026 for each subject and section. Refer to the table below to know the CUET Languages (English and Hindi) exam pattern:
| Particulars |
Details |
|---|---|
| Status of CUET Languages (IA) Syllabus |
Released |
| CUET Exam Conducting Body |
National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Duration of the exam |
60 minutes or 1 hour |
| Medium of Exam |
13 languages - English, Hindi, Urdu, Assamese, Bengali, Odia, Punjabi, Gujarati, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam |
| Number of questions |
50 questions across all subjects |
| Type of questions |
Multiple Choice Questions |
| Marking Scheme |
+5 for each correct answer -1 for each incorrect answer |
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CUET English and Hindi Syllabus 2026
The CUET question paper 2026 will consist of 50 questions for the students to attempt. The CUET English syllabus and CUET Hindi syllabus are a part of the CUET Languages syllabus (IA & IB). Check the CUET English and Hindi syllabus below:
- Reading Comprehension: There will be three types of passages (maximum 300-350 words):
- Factual
- Narrative
- Literary
- Verbal Ability
- Rearranging the parts
- Choosing the correct word
- Synonyms and Antonyms
- Vocabulary
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CUET English Chapter-Wise Weightage
Candidates are required to opt for one language among the 13 languages to appear for the CUET exam. Refer to the table below to know the chapter-wise weightage for CUET English.
| Topics |
Expected number of questions |
|---|---|
| Comprehension |
15 |
| Parts of speech |
3-4 |
| Para jumbles |
3-4 |
| Synonyms and antonyms |
2-3 |
| Active/passive voice |
3-4 |
| Fill in the blanks |
3-4 |
| Incorrect/correct statement |
3-4 |
| Phrases and meaning |
5-6 |
Also Read: CUET Chapter Wise Weightage for Science/Commerce/Humanities
Best Books for CUET English Preparation
Here is a list of best books to read for the CUET English Language preparation:
- High School English Grammar and Composition by Wren & Martin
- Objective General English by S.P. Bakshi
- Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis
- English Reading Comprehension by RPH Editorial Board
- Quick Learning Objective General English by R.S. Aggarwal & Vikas Aggarwal
- 30 Days to a More Powerful Vocabulary by Wilfred Funk and Norman Lewis
- CUET (UG) Mock Test Papers and Previous Years' Solved Papers
- Online Resources and Practice Tests
Best Books for CUET Hindi Preparation
Check out the table below to know the best books for CUET Hindi:
| Books |
Author/Publication |
|---|---|
| Arihant NTA CUET (UG) Test Section (IA) Languages (Hindi & English) |
Arihant Experts |
| Go to Guide for CUET Hindi Language |
Disha Experts |
| Hindi Sahitya Ka Saral Itihaas |
Vishwanath Tripathi |
| Hindi Sahitya Ka Itihaas |
Dr Nagendra and Dr Hardayal |
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Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 3 days ago
Career College Bhopal provides CUET Scholarships. Students who have appeared for the CUET exam are eligible for this scholarship. Shortlisted students get 10% waiver in the fee under this scholarship.
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Guide-Level 15
Answered 3 days ago
The table below shows the top colleges in India accepting CUET scores along with their tuition fees:
Top Colleges | Tuition Fees |
|---|---|
Hindu College | INR 86,010 |
Miranda House | INR 19,014 |
Hansraj College | INR 540 |
Kirori Mal College | INR 50,445 |
ARSD College | INR 540 |
Disclaimer: This info. is taken from official website and may vary.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 5 days ago
You can't do BBA from CUET with PCB in 12 th as CUET requires the same subjects as in 12th for BBA you need math's English and general test
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Beginner-Level 1
Answered a week ago
No, Bapuji Academy of Management & Research (BAMR) is not under CUET. The academy accepts the scores of certain other entrance exams such as, MAT/PGCET/KMAT. Candidates who have passed graduation with a minimum of 50% aggregate (45% for reserved category) can apply for admission.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
My fellow junior I am vansh verma from Delhi University ( Central University ) I am also pursuing B.Com (h) from Shri ram College of commerce and I also studied just accountancy business economics and english and you don't need any maths for B.Com (h) in delhi university but for other Central Unive
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Beginner-Level 1
Answered 3 weeks ago
Admission in JNU's B.A. (Hons.) in foreign languages through CUET depends on cut-off scores, category-wise merit list, and number of seats available. For OBC category, the cut-off is generally lower than General, but it still varies each year depending on applicants. With 247 marks, your chances wil
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Beginner-Level 3
Answered 3 weeks ago
Yes, with 98 percentile you have a very good chance to enter North Campus.
- Top colleges like SRCC, St. Stephen's, Hindu, Miranda House usually require 99+.
- Other North Campus colleges may accept students with 97–98+.
- Final admission depends on your category (General vs. reserved), course choice, and
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Beginner-Level 1
Answered 3 weeks ago
No, Terna Global Business School is not under CUET. Rather the college accepts scores of various other entrance exams such as CAT, XAT, GMAT, MAT, MAH-CET, etc. Candidates are not required to appear for the CUET exam rather they must appear for any of these exams.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 weeks ago
No, Chandola Homoeopathic Medical College and Hospital is not under CUET. Instead the college accepts the scores of the UPMT exam for admission to the BHMS course. This is the Uttaranchal Pre-Medical Test and is conducted by the State Government of Uttarakhand at different centres.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 weeks ago
Yes, candidatescan take admissions into the Marwadi University BCom courses without appearing for the CUET entrance exam. Candidates who wish togain admissions into the Marwadi University are required to clear their Class 12 board exams and apply for admissions. Candidates can apply for admissions a
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