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 syllabus 2026 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 Exam 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] |
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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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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Best Books for CUET English Preparation 2026
CUET English section examines student's reading comprehension, verbal ability, and language skills. To prepare effectively for this section, it is advisable to focus on books that improves vocabulary, comprehension skills, and provide practice in the form of mock tests and previous years' papers. Check the list of best books for CUET English preparation 2026 below:
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Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 5 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 5 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 a week 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 2 weeks 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 2 weeks 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 4 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 4 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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Contributor-Level 10