CUET General Test Question Paper 2026: Expected Questions, Download Previous Paper PDFs 2025-2022

Common University Entrance Test 2026 ( CUET )

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Candidates preparing for CUET 2026 exam can download the CUET General Test PYQ papers here. Know the CUET 2026 exam pattern and syllabus for the General Test here. CUET 2026 exam will be held from May 11 to May 31. Get the direct link to download the CUET previous year's question paper and mock tests here.

Candidates preparing for CUET 2026 exam can download the CUET General Test PYQ papers here. CUET 2026 exam will be held from May 11 to May 31. Get the direct link to download the CUET previous year's question paper here.

CUET General Test Question Paper

CUET General Aptitude Test Question Paper

CUET General Test question paper is an important source for candidates preparing for CUET UG. General Ability Test (GAT) syllabus includes important topics like quantitative aptitude, general awareness, logical reasoning and current affairs. Candidates appearing for CUET 2026, scheduled between May 11 and May 31 can download and practice previous year CUET General Test question papers (2025-2022). Solving CUET previous year papers and mock test is important step in preparation. It help candidates become familiar with level of difficulty. 

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CUET General Aptitude Test Syllabus

CUET UG Syllabus

Table of contents
  • CUET General Test 2026 Question Paper
  • CUET UG General Test Previous Year Question Papers (PYQ)
  • Download CUET Section/Domain Wise Question Paper and Syllabus
  • CUET 2026 General Test Exam Pattern
  • CUET UG Exam Pattern

CUET General Test 2026 Question Paper

CUET 2026 General Test question paper will be uploaded after the exam is conducted. Candidates can download the previous year question papers and know the CUET General Test 2026 important questions.

CUET 2026 General Aptitude Test Questions (Expected)

Based on previous year questions, students can check the CUET General Test 2026 Most Expected Questions below:

Question 1: If the price of sugar increases by 25%, by what percent should consumption be reduced so that expenditure remains the same?

Question 2: If the selling price of 80 articles is equal to the cost price of 100 articles, find the gain percentage.

Question 3: An article is sold at ₹504 after allowing a discount of 20% and still a profit of 5% is earned. Find the marked price.

Question 4: A shopkeeper offers 50% + 50% discount on a shirt marked at ₹800. Find the selling price.

Question 5: A tap fills a tank in 6 hours. After half the tank is filled, three more identical taps are opened. Total time taken to fill the tank?

Question 6: A can do a work in 9 days and B in 12 days. They work on alternate days starting with A. In how many days will the work be completed?

Question 7:A train running at 80 km/h crosses a pole in 9 seconds. Find the length of the train.

Q:   How many questions are there in the language section of CUET UG?
A:

CUET UG Language section will include 50 questions. Candidates must attempt all questions. There will be no optional questions.

The language section will check candidate's reading comprehension based on different types of passages. This section will also include questions from grammar. To prepare for the CUET UG language section, candidates must solve previous year question papers and mock tests to become familiar with the type of questions asked in the exam. 

Q:   Is it compulsory to attempt all the sections of the CUET question paper?
A:

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 2026 there are 37 subjects- 13 languages, 23 domain subjects and general tests. While filling the CUET application form, candidates can select upto five CUET subjects aligning with the subjects studied in class 12th and course requirement.

Candidates must attempt all the questions of the subjects selected. However, candidates must keep in mind the negative marking and select the options carefully.

Q:   How many questions are asked in CUET UG exam?
A:

As per the CUET UG 2026 exam pattern -
The question paper will include 50 multiple-choice questions (MCQs). The CUET UG 2026 exam will be conducted for 13 languages, 23 domain subjects, and general test. Each subject will consist of 50 MCQs and there will no optional questions. All questions are mandatory to attempt. For every wrong answer negative marking of one mark will be attracted.

 

Question  8: A train crosses a 350 m tunnel in 36 seconds at 80 km/h. Find the length of the train.

Question 9: The average of 12 numbers is 15. If the average of the first two numbers is 14, find the average of the remaining numbers.

Question 10:The present age of a father is 8 times the sum of the ages of his two sons. After 8 years, his age becomes twice their sum. Find father’s present age.

CUET UG General Test Previous Year Question Papers (PYQ)

Candidates preparing for CUET General Test can download the previous year question paper PDFs for 2025-2022 for free.

CUET Year CUET General Test PYQ
CUET 2025 CUET 2025 General Test Question Paper
CUET 2024 CUET 2024 General Aptitude Test Question Paper
CUET 2023 CUET 2023 General Aptitude Test Question Paper
CUET 2022 CUET 2022 General Aptitude Test Question Paper PDF

Download CUET Section/Domain Wise Question Paper and Syllabus

Candidates preparing for CUET can download the CUET syllabus 2026 and CUET question papers for the subjects mentioned in the table below:

Download CUET Syllabus and CUET Question Paper PDF
Subjects CUET Syllabus PDFs CUET Question Paper PDFs
English CUET English Syllabus PDF CUET English Question Paper PDF
Biology CUET Biology Syllabus PDF CUET Biology Question Paper PDF
Accountancy/ Book Keeping CUET Accountancy Syllabus PDF CUET Accountancy Question Paper PDF
Business Studies CUET Business Studies Syllabus PDF CUET Business Studies Question Paper PDF
Chemistry CUET Chemistry Syllabus PDF CUET Chemistry Question Paper PDF
Computer Science/ Informatics Practices CUET Computer Science Syllabus PDF CUET Computer Science Question Paper PDF
Economics/ Business Economics CUET Economics Syllabus PDF CUET Economics Question Paper PDF
Geography/Geology CUET Geography Syllabus PDF CUET Geography Question Paper PDF
Home Science CUET Home Science Syllabus PDF CUET Home Science Question Paper PDF
Knowledge Tradition and Practices of India CUET Knowledge Tradition and Practices of India Syllabus PDF CUET Knowledge Tradition and Practices of India Question Paper PDF
Environmental Science CUET Environmental Science Syllabus PDF CUET Environmental Science Question Paper PDF
Mathematics CUET Mathematics Syllabus PDF CUET Mathematics Question Paper PDF
Physical Education/ NCC /Yoga CUET Physical Education Syllabus PDF CUET Physical Education Paper PDF
Physics CUET Physics Syllabus PDF CUET Physics Question Paper PDF
Political Science CUET Political Science Syllabus PDF CUET Political Science Question Paper PDF
Psychology CUET Psychology Syllabus PDF CUET Psychology Question Paper PDF
Sociology CUET Sociology Syllabus PDF CUET Sociology Question Paper PDF
Agriculture CUET Agriculture Syllabus PDF CUET Agriculture Question Paper PDF
Mass Media/ Mass Communication CUET Mass Media/ Mass Communication Syllabus PDF CUET Mass Media/ Mass Communication Question Paper PDF
Anthropology CUET Anthropology Syllabus PDF CUET Anthropology Question Paper PDF
Fine Arts/ Visual Arts (Sculpture/ Painting)/Commercial Arts CUET Fine Arts Syllabus PDF CUET Fine Arts Question Paper PDF
Performing Arts CUET Performing Arts Syllabus PDF CUET Performing Arts Question Paper PDF
Sanskrit CUET Sanskrit Syllabus PDF CUET Sanskrit Question Paper PDF
History CUET History Syllabus PDF CUET History Question Paper PDF
Q:   What type of questions are asked in the CUET exam?
A:

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 mouse. Since CUET UG 2026 exam will be conducted in a CBT mode, test-takers will be able to mark only one answer option. In case it is the correct option, students will get +5 marks and in case of wrong answer, negative marking scheme will be applied. Hence, candidates must ensure the accuracy of the answer before selecting the answer. 

Q:   From where can I download CUET sample papers?
A:

Common University Entrance Test (CUET) sample papers are released by the conducting body, National Testing Agency (NTA). To download the CUET question papers follow the steps below:

  1. Go to- CUET Question Paper
  2. Select CUET subject to download the question paper for
  3. Click on the tab download
  4. Create the login details for new registrations
  5. Link to download the CUET question paper will be sent on the registered email ID
  6. Click on the link provided and save the PDF.
Q:   Why should I practice with CUET question papers from previous years?
A:

Practicing with CUET UG (Common University Entrance Test) question papers from previous years offers following benefits:

  1. Helps in knowing format, structure, and types of questions.

  2. Student can know repeated question types.

  3. Help students know weak and strong sections

  4. Helps in developing important skills.

  5. Regularly solving CUET question papers improves problem-solving skills and speed.

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CUET 2026 General Test Exam Pattern

As per the CUET exam pattern, the General Aptitude Test section will consist of 60 questions, out of which candidates will be required to attempt 50 questions. Check the table below to learn about CUET exam pattern:

CUET UG Exam Pattern

NTA prescribes the CUET 2026 exam pattern. The exam is divided into three sections. Candidates will be able to select a maximum of five subjects from all three sections. To become familiar with the question paper format, practice with CUET mock test 2026. Check the table below to learn the CUET exam pattern and other important details about exam.

  • Mode of the examination: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
  • Type of questions: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
  • Negative marking: -1 mark for every incorrect answer
  • Total number of questions: 50 questions
  • Total CUET General Test marks: 250 marks

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