CUET English Syllabus 2026: PDF Download Link, Detailed Topics & Important Questions
Common University Entrance Test 2026 ( CUET )
Candidates can now download the CUET English syllabus PDF and check the important topics covered. Students preparing for exam can check the English topic-wise weightage. CUET UG 2026 exam for English will be scheduled tentatively in May-June 2026.
CUET English Syllabus
CUET English syllabus 2026 will be released at cuet.nta.nic.in. Candidates preparing for CUET exam and opting for CUET English subject must check the complete syllabus to know the important topics. Students can download the CUET English syllabus PDF and CUET previous year question papers here. CUET English subject is one the most preffered labguage choice among test takers. In CUET 2025, 8.15 lakh candidates opted for CUET English subject. As one of the most opted subjects, aspirants must review the detailed CUET 2026 syllabus for focused and effective preparation. For CUET 2026, the English exam will be scheduled in May-June 2026. Read on for a thorough understanding of the CUET 2026 English syllabus and how to prepare effectively.
- CUET Exam Pattern 2026
- CUET UG 2026 Syllabus English [Detailed]
- CUET English Syllabus PDF Download
- CUET Subject List: Syllabus and Question Paper
- Best Books for CUET English Preparation 2026
CUET Exam Pattern 2026
NTA prescribes the CUET exam pattern for each subject and section. Refer to the table below to know the CUET exam pattern:
| Particulars |
Details |
|---|---|
| Status of CUET English Syllabus |
Available |
| CUET Conducting Body |
National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Medium of Exam |
13 languages - English, Hindi, Urdu, Assamese, Bengali, Odia, Punjabi, Gujarati, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam |
| Number of questions |
50 Questions (Compulsory) |
| Type of questions |
Multiple Choice Questions |
| Marking Scheme |
+5 for each correct answer -1 for each incorrect answer |
| CUET English Mapping for Courses |
Bachelor of Arts - English (Honours) [Also Read: Stream-wise Best UG courses options through CUET: Engineering, Science, Commerce, Arts] |
The difficulty level of the CUET exam varies between moderate and tough. Since the CUET UG exam is held for multiple subjects and slots, the difficulty level of the exam varies from subject to subject. Sometimes, the difficulty level may also vary for different slots. While for the well-prepared candidates, the difficulty level will be low, for the underprepared students, the level of difficulty will be on the higher side.
No, class 11th subject syllabus is not included in CUET UG exam. Students who are preparing for CUET 2026 exam must focus on class 12th NCERT curriculum. NTA prescribes the CUET UG syllabus on its official website. Candidates must be familar the detailed syllabus mentioned on the NTA CUET official website- cuet.nta.nic.in. However, for better concepts clarity, candidates may refer to the class 11th resources.
NTA CUET 2026 exam will be scheduled in May/June 2026 tentatively. Candidates preparing for board examinations must prepare well for the CUET exam along.
CUET UG 2026 Syllabus English [Detailed]
CUET UG 2026 English language question paper will consist of 50 questions, from the following topics:
- Reading Comprehension: There will be three types of passages (maximum 300-350 words):
- Factual
- Narrative
- Literary
- Understanding the central theme, vocabulary and main ideas used in passages
- Verbal Ability
- Rearranging the parts
- Choosing the correct word
- Synonyms and Antonyms
- Grammar and Usage
- Error spotting
- Tenses, Active & Passive Voice, Modal Verbs
- Sentence completion
- Phrasal verbs and conditionals
- Figure of speech
Also Read:
- CUET Syllabus 2026 for Commerce Students
- CUET Syllabus 2026 for Science Students
- CUET Syllabus 2026 for Arts Students
CUET English Syllabus PDF Download
Candidates can download the CUET English syllabus PDF. Refer to the link below to download the PDF.
| CUET English Syllabus PDF Link |
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CUET Subject List: Syllabus and Question Paper
Students preparing for CUET exam can download the CUET UG syllabus and CUET previous year question paper for the following subjects mentioned in the table below:
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No, CUET UG 2026 official syllabus has not been released. NTA will uplaod the CUET 2026 syllabus PDFs tentatively in first week of March along with the release of official notification. Candidates preparing for CUET 2026 exam can download the CUET syllabus. The CUET syllabus is based on class 12th NCERT curriculum. Candidates must prepare well from the class 12th syllabus to ace the entrance examination.
CUET UG general test will cover the topics from the following:
- General Knowledge, Current Affairs
- General mental ability, Numerical ability
- Reasoning (Simple application of basic Mathematical concepts, quantitative arithmetic, algebra geometry, mensuration and statistics)
- Logical and analytical reasoning
Candidates preparing for the general test of CUET UG are advised to stay updated with the current affairs by reading the newspapers and magazines. Candidates must gather study materials to prepare for the syllabus of General test and practice ample questions to become familiar with the type of questions asked in this section. Download the CUET UG question paper now.
Common University Entrance Test (CUET) result is released by National Testing Agency. CUET syllabus is divided into three sections viz., Languages, Domain Subject and General Test. CUET language section assesses candidate through reading comprehension (factual, literary, and narrative), literary aptitude and vocabulary. CUET syllabus second section- domain subject assesses the candidate's in depth knowledge on the subject he/she has opted for. CUET third section- general test includes general knowledge, current affairs, general mental ability, quantitative reasoning and logical and analytical reasoning. CUET syllabus is available now. Candidates can check the section wise detailed CUET syllabus here.
Best Books for CUET English Preparation 2026
CUET English section examines student's reading comprehension, verbal ability, and language skills. To prepare properly for this section, it is advisable to focus on books that improves vocabulary, comprehension skills, and provide practice in the form of CUET mocks and previous years' papers. Check the list of best books for CUET English preparation 2026 below:
- 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
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 15 hours ago
Yes, 700 is a good score in CUET. This score can help candidates place in top colleges of Delhi University, banaras Hindu University and Allahabad University. 700 score is considered to a CUET good score marking a percentile of 95+.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 16 hours ago
Yes, National Testing Agency has released the official link of CUET UG 2026. Candidates will be able to check the latest updates for CUET 2026 exam at cuet.nta.nic.in. CUET 2026 official notification will be released on the official website.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 16 hours ago
No, CUET UG 2026 application form has not been released yet. It is expected that NTA will commence CUET registration 2026 in first week of March at cuet.nta.nic.in. Candidates seeking admisison to UG courses of central, state, private or deemed universities must fill the online application form befo
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 16 hours ago
The best CUET course depends on candidate's interest, stream, subjects studied in class 12th. Some of the top CUET UG courses with best career options are B.Sc (Chemistry, Physics, CS), B.Com (Pass, Hons.), BBA/BMS/BFIA, BA (Economics, English, History), BCA and integrated programs. Candidates must
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 16 hours ago
Common University Entrance Test (CUET) is conducted for admission to UG courses of central, state, private and deemed universities. National Testing Agency (NTA) conducts CUET exam annually for students desireous of taking admission to colleges of Delhi University, Banaras Hindu University, Allahaba
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Beginner-Level 5
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Hi.
Yes — you can choose CUET (UG) domain subjects that are different from what you studied in class 12, even if you want to study BA.
BUT this depends on the specific university's eligibility rules, not CUET alone.
CUET Rule (Official):
CUET allows you to appear for any domain subject, even if you didn
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Scholar-Level 17
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CUET Coaching 2026 is essential for aspirants aiming to succeed in the CUET 2026 exam. It offers structured guidance to cover the complete CUET syllabus 2026 efficiently, helping students understand concepts clearly and manage their preparation time effectively. The CUET Mock (cuetmock.com) platform
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Beginner-Level 1
Answered Yesterday
Admissions to most of courses are offered through Christ University Entrance Test CUET at university. There are some courses that can be pursued without CUET. However, these are limited, and CUET remains compulsory for most.
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Beginner-Level 5
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Hi.
Here are some *good coaching options you can consider for CUET (UG) preparation with a focus on cracking the BA French (JNU + other central universities) path — particularly if you want help with languages (French), General Test, and overall CUET strategy:
1. Modulation Institute (Laxmi Nagar, Del
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Scholar-Level 17
Answered 2 days ago
No, University Institute of Engineering and Technology, CSJM University is not under CUET. The college accepts scores of certain other entrance exams for admission, such as- JEE Mains. Hence, CUET is not required.
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Contributor-Level 10
No, CUET syllabus is not based on CBSE syllabus as claimed by Education Ministry in Rajya Sabha. The CUET exam is designed to assess the general understandig of the candidate in subjects he/she has opted for. CUET UG is on of the biggest UG entrance exam carnival conducted for admission in cebtral, state, private and deemed universities.
Candidates preparing for CUET UG exam must check the detailed CUET syllabus and CUET question paper to become familiar with the important topics and type of questions asked in the exam.