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

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Candidates preparing for the CUET 2026 exam can download the CUET Mathematics question paper and get the direct link to download the CUET previous year's question paper and mock tests here. Know the CUET exam pattern and syllabus for Mathematics. CUET UG 2026 will be conducted between May 11 and May 30, 2026. Read below to know more.

Candidates preparing for the CUET exam can download the CUET Mathematics question paper here. NTA releases the CUET question paper after the exam is conducted. Know the CUET exam pattern and syllabus for Mathematics and get the direct link to download the CUET previous year's question paper and mock test here.

CUET Mathematics Question Paper

CUET Mathematics Question Paper

CUET Mathematics Question Paper 2026 will be released by the National Testing Agency for CUET UG online after the exam is conducted. Candidates should practice and solve the previous years' CUET mathematics question papers (2025-2022), which can be downloaded online. As per the CUET exam pattern, the CUET mathematics question paper will be divided into two sections, Part A and Part B. Part B will be further divided into two sub-sections. The CUET datesheet 2026 will be released by NTA and the CUET UG 2026 will be held from May 11, 2026, to May 30, 2026, in the online test mode. Read the article below to know more. 

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Table of contents
  • CUET Mathematics Pattern
  • CUET Mathematics 2026 Expected Questions
  • CUET Mathematics Previous Year Question Papers
  • CUET Mathematics Preparation Tips
  • Download CUET Section-Wise Question Paper and Syllabus PDF

CUET Mathematics Pattern

As per the CUET exam pattern, the Maths section will consist of 50 questions, and each question will have multiple options. Students will be required to choose the right one. Check the table below to learn about the CUET Mathematics exam pattern:

Particulars

Details

Mode of the examination

Computer-based-test (CBT)/Offline

Type of questions

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

Total number of Questions

50

Sectional Questions

Section A - 15 questions

Section B - 35 questions

Total CUET Maths Marks

250

Negative marking

Yes

Marking Scheme

+5 for each correct answer

-1 for each incorrect answer

Also Read: CUET UG 2026 Mathematics Syllabus

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.

 

CUET Mathematics 2026 Expected Questions

CUET UG Mathematics Question Paper 2026 will be released soon after the exam is conducted. The direct link to download the CUET question paper will be shared here soon. Students preparing for entrance test can check expected CUET 2026 Maths questions based on previous year analysis.

Question 1: Find the area enclosed between the parabola 𝑦 2 = 4x and the line y=2x.

Question 2: Let R be a relation on the set of lines such that l₁ R l₂ if l₁ is perpendicular to l₂. Then R is:

Question 3: If A is a 2×2 matrix and |A| = 3, then the value of |2A| is:

Question 4: The probability of A hitting a target is 2/3, and that of B is 1/2. If both shoot independently, the probability that at least one hits is:

Question 5: Let f: R → R be defined by f(x) = |x|. Which of the following is true?

Question 6: The feasible region is bounded by the inequalities:

3x + y ≥ 90, x + 4y ≥ 100, 2x + y ≤ 180, x, y ≥ 0.

If the objective function is Z = px + qy and Z is maximized at points (6, 18) and (0, 30), then the relationship between p and q is:

Question 7: The angle between vectors a = î + ĵ − 2k̂ and b = 3î − ĵ + 2k̂ is:

Question 8: Evaluate: ∫ 2x log x dx

Question 9: Let A={1,2,3}, B={2,4,6}. A relation R⊆A×B is defined by R={(x,y)∣y=2x}. Then R is:

Question 10: A person wants to invest at least ₹20,000 in plan A and ₹30,000 in plan B. The return rates are 9% and 10% respectively. He wants the total investment to be ₹80,000 and investment in A should not exceed investment in B. Which of the following is the correct LPP model (maximize return Z)?

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CUET Mathematics Previous Year Question Papers

Students can refer the links below to download the CUET previous year Mathematics question paper- 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025.

CUET Year CUET Mathematics Question Paper PDF
CUET 2025 (May 19 Shift 1) CUET 2025 Mathematics Questions Paper
CUET 2025 (May 21 Shift 2) CUET 2025 Mathematics Question Paper
CUET 2025 (May 22 Shift 2) CUET 2025 Mathematics Question Paper
CUET 2024 CUET 2024 Mathematics Question Paper
CUET 2023 CUET 2023 Mathematics Question Paper
CUET 2022 CUET 2022 Mathematics Question Paper
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.

CUET Mathematics Preparation Tips

Aspirants preparing for CUET Maths exam 2026 must follow below preparation strategy to score good marks.

  • Learn the basic formulae and theorems of Mathematics.
  • Create a study plan and stick to it.
  • Learn about advanced mathematics concepts only after covering basic topics.
  • Focus on topics with higher weightage.
  • Refer to recommended mathematics books.
  • Practice CUET mathematics past question papers.
  • Practice from CUET mock tests and work on your calculation speed.

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Download CUET Section-Wise Question Paper and Syllabus PDF

Candidates preparing for CUET can download the CUET 2026 Syllabus and CUET previous year question paper for the following subjects mentioned in the table below:

Subjects

CUET Syllabus PDFs

CUET Question Paper PDFs

Section - I (Language)
English CUET English Syllabus CUET English Question Paper
Section - II (Domain Subjects)
Biology CUET Biology Syllabus CUET Biology Question Paper
Accountancy/ Book Keeping CUET Accountancy Syllabus CUET Accountancy Question Paper
Business Studies CUET Business Studies Syllabus CUET Business Studies Question Paper
Chemistry CUET Chemistry Syllabus CUET Chemistry Question Paper
Computer Science/ Informatics Practices CUET Computer Science Syllabus CUET Computer Science Question Paper
Economics/ Business Economics CUET Economics Syllabus CUET Economics Question Paper
Geography/Geology CUET Geography Syllabus CUET Geography Question Paper 
Home Science CUET Home Science Syllabus CUET Home Science Question Paper 
Knowledge Tradition and Practices of India CUET Knowledge Tradition and Practices of India Syllabus CUET Knowledge Tradition and Practices of India Question Paper
Environmental Science CUET Environmental Science Syllabus CUET Environmental Science Question Paper
Mathematics CUET Mathematics Syllabus  CUET Mathematics Question Paper
Physical Education/ NCC /Yoga CUET Physical Education Syllabus CUET Physical Education Paper
Physics CUET Physics Syllabus  CUET Physics Question Paper
Political Science CUET Political Science Syllabus CUET Political Science Question Paper
Psychology CUET Psychology Syllabus CUET Psychology Question Paper 
Sociology CUET Sociology Syllabus  CUET Sociology Question Paper 
Agriculture CUET Agriculture Syllabus  CUET Agriculture Question Paper 
Mass Media/ Mass Communication CUET Mass Media/ Mass Communication Syllabus  CUET Mass Media/ Mass Communication Question Paper
Anthropology CUET Anthropology Syllabus  CUET Anthropology Question Paper
Fine Arts/ Visual Arts (Sculpture/ Painting)/ Commercial Arts CUET Fine Arts Syllabus CUET Fine Arts Question Paper 
Performing Arts CUET Performing Arts Syllabus  CUET Performing Arts Question Paper 
Sanskrit CUET Sanskrit Syllabus CUET Sanskrit Question Paper 
History CUET History Syllabus  CUET History Question Paper
Section - III (General Test)
General Test CUET General Test Syllabus  CUET General Test Question Paper

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