CUET PG 2026 Chapter Wise Weightage

Central University Entrance Test Postgraduate 2026 ( CUET-PG )

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24 Apr '26 - 24 May '26

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Confused about which CUET PG syllabus chapter to give more importance while preparing? Check out this Shiksha article to learn about the chapter-wise weightage of CUET PG 2026 syllabus for the examination. Candidates can also check the important topics for CUET PG 2026 examination here.

Are you confused about which CUET PG syllabus chapter to give more importance while preparing? Check out this Shiksha article to learn about the chapter-wise weightage of CUET PG 2026 syllabus for the examination. Students can also check the important topics for CUET PG 2026 examination here.

CUET PG 2026 Chapter Wise Weightage

CUET PG 2026 Chapter Wise Weightage

CUET PG 2026 exam is around the corner. Based on the time left, students must modify their preparation strategy to speed up their revision of revising their CUET PG Syllabus. This will help to better their chances of qualifying for the exam with a good CUET PG 2026 score.

It is more useful to make the CUET PG 2026 preparation plan as per the chapter-wise weights of the CUET PG syllabus. Also, students should create their personal notes for revision and shortlist the CUET PG 2026 important topics based on the last year's question paper to analyse it.

It is most suitable for applicants to use the best CUET PG Books to prepare for their subjects with more detailed and well-explained concepts. They should also use MCQs to test their subject matter understanding. Preparing chapters that are important with maximum weight should be covered first. This will help students to be able to focus on the important topics first and then move on to the other topics and chapters. Students must also learn to manage study time effectively, preventing wasted effort on less relevant topics. Understanding the core concepts properly and working on last year's questions will further improve the chances of passing the CUET PG Exam. The CUET PG 2026 chapter-wise weightage varies for different subjects and programmes. Students can read this Shiksha article to get the course-specific CUET PG 2026 chapter-wise weightage of the syllabus mentioned by NTA.

Table of contents
  • CUET PG 2026 Chapter Wise Weightage: Science Stream
  • CUET PG 2026 Chapter Wise Weightage for MBA
  • CUET PG 2026 Chapter Wise Weightage:
  • CUET PG Syllabus 2026

CUET PG 2026 Chapter Wise Weightage: Science Stream

Students can check the chapter-wise weightage for MSc courses/ Science stream from here:

Course/ Programme Name

Topic 

Weightage

MSc Physics

  • Mathematical Methods
  • Mechanics and General Properties of Matter
  • Oscillations, Waves and Optics
  • Electricity and Magnetism
  • Kinetic theory, Thermodynamics
  • Modern Physics
  • Solid State Physics, Devices and Electronic
  • 7-9 per cent
  • 14-16 per cent
  • 20-23 per cent
  • 18-22 per cent
  • 15-17 per cent
  • 10-12 per cent
  • 12-14 per cent

MSc Biochemistry

  • Bioorganic Chemistry and Metabolites
  • Cell Biology and Biomolecules
  • Biochemical Techniques
  • Nutrition and Metabolism
  • Bioenergetics and Membrane Biology
  • Human Physiology and Clinical Biochemistry
  • Molecular Biology and Genetic Engineering
  • Immunology and Enzymology
  • 12-15 per cent
  • 18-22 per cent
  • 15-17 per cent
  • 20-21 per cent
  • 16-18 per cent
  • 20-22 per cent
  • 15-17 per cent
  • 12-15 per cent

MSc Zoology

  • Vertebrates and Invertebrates and Developmental Biology
  • Genetics and Immunology
  • Ecology And Evolution
  • Cell Biology and Molecular Biology
  • Animal Physiology
  • 25-27 per cent
  • 20-22 per cent
  • 15-19 per cent
  • 20-22 per cent
  • 10-12 per cent

MSc Botany

  • Anatomy and Angiosperms and Reproductive Biology
  • Plant Physiology and Metabolism
  • Molecular Biology and Genetics
  • Biomolecules and Cell Biology
  • Phycology and Microbiology
  • Mycology and Phytopathology
  • Plant Ecology and Phytogeography
  • 27-29 per cent
  • 15-17 per cent
  • 12-15 per cent
  • 12-15 per cent
  • 5-7 per cent
  • 7-8 per cent
  • 10-12 per cent

MSc Chemistry

  • Organic Chemistry
  • Inorganic Chemistry
  • Physical Chemistry
  • 30-32 per cent
  • 35-37 per cent
  • 28-31 per cent

MSc Mathematics

  • Algebra
  • Real Analysis
  • Complex Analysis
  • Integral Calculus
  • Differential Equations
  • Vector Calculus
  • Linear Programing
  • 22-25 per cent
  • 10-12 per cent
  • 12-14 per cent
  • 12-15 per cent
  • 19-21 per cent
  • 15-17 per cent
  • 5-7 per cent
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is CUET PG examination structure?
A: 

The structure of the CUET PG question paper is here. Take a look

Part

Sections/Subjects

Number of Questions

A

Language Comprehension/Verbal Ability, General Test (GK, QA, Analytical Skills)

25

B

Domain knowledge

75

Note - The information is taken from the official site of the exam.

Candidates must note that the Language Comprehension/Verbal Ability section is compulsory. The General Test also has to be taken by candidates opting for all test papers except Education (PGQP01).

Q:   How many questions are asked in Section B of the CUET PG exam?
A: 

As per the CUET PG 2026 exam pattern, there is only one section, carrying 75 questions in total. Hence, the Section B will not be there. 

Q:   What are the important topics from which questions were asked in Maths paper of CUET PG examination?
A: 

 Here is the list of important topics from which the question s were asked in the examination along with its weightage.

TopicsNumber of Questions Asked
Real Analysis12-14
Complex Analysis9
Vector Calculus11
Integral Calculus9
Group Theory5
Ring Theory1
Linear Programming6
Algebra10
Ordinary Differential Equation8
Q:   How many questions are asked in section A of CUET PG examination?
A: 

As per the previous exam pattern of the CUET PG exam, there were 25 questions in Section A. As per the latest or the revised CUET PG pattern, there is only one section, carrying 75 questions. The Section A or the General section has been removed since CUET PG 2025. 

CUET PG 2026 Chapter Wise Weightage for MBA

Students can check the chapter-wise weightage for MBA courses/ stream from here:

Course/ Programme Name

Topic 

Weightage

MBA Hindi Comprehension 12-15 per cent
English Comprehension 12-15 per cent

Maths/Quantitative Ability

25-27 per cent

Logical Reasoning

26-29 per cent

Data Interpretation

20-25 per cent
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CUET PG 2026 Chapter Wise Weightage: 

Students can check the chapter-wise weightage for MSc courses/ Science stream from here:

Course/ Programme Name

Topic 

Weightage

MA History

Ancient History of India

Early Medieval India

Medieval History of India

Modern History of India

 20-22 per cent

26-28 per cent

30-32 per cent

30-32 per cent

MA Geography

Geomorphology

Climatology

Oceanography

Biogeography

Physical Geography of India

Geographic Thought

Population Geography

Economic Geography

Geographical Techniques

 10-14 per cent

12-14 per cent

8-10 per cent

5-7 per cent

10-12 per cent

4-5 per cent

4-5 per cent

6-7 per cent

20-22 per cent

MA Political Science

Western Political Philosophy

Indian Political Thought

Political theory

International Relations:

Indian Government and Politics

Comparative Government and Politics

Public Policies in India

General issues of contemporary relevance 

 14-17 per cent

12-15 per cent

10-12 per cent

15-17 per cent

20-22 per cent

18-22 per cent

15-17 per cent

12-17 per cent

MA Economics

 Micro Economics

Macro Economics

Money and Inflation

Consumption and Investment Function

Statistical Methods in Economics

Mathematical Methods in Economics

Indian Economy

20-22 per cent

10-12 per cent

5-8 per cent

10-12 per cent

10-12 per cent

15-19 per cent

25-27 per cent 

MA English

 History of English and Indian Literatures

Indian Writing in English:

Literary Terms

Literary Genres

Comparative Literature and Translations studies

Literary Criticism and Theory

Awareness of Current Literary Trends, Events, Awards e

 15-17 per cent

8-9 per cent

15-17 per cent

7-8 per cent

10-12 per cent

10-12 per cent

13-14 per cent

MA Psychology

 Introduction and History of Psychology

Schools of Psychology

 Biological bases of Behavior

Learning, Memory Sensation and Perception

Emotion and Motivation

 Intelligence and Personality

Psychological Testing

 Life-span Development

 Abnormal and Clinical Psychology

Statistics for Psychology.

8-9 per cent

10-11 per cent

10-12 per cent

14-16 per cent

6-8 per cent

10-11 per cent

5-7 per cent

10-12 per cent

14-16 per cent

4-5 per cent

10-13 per cent

 

Also Read: How to Crack CUET PG 2026 in One Month; Know Strategy and Important Tips 

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What are the details found in the CUET PG Intimation Slip?
A: 

It will have these details:

  • Application Number

  • Candidate Name

  • Father’s Name

  • Gender

  • Date of Birth

  • Category

  • Person with Disability and Scribe Requirement Status

  • City of Exam

  • State of Exam

  • Date of Examination

  • Slot

  • Subject and Medium

Q:   What is CUET PG Chemistry subject exam analysis?
A: 

As per the students' review of the CUET PG 2025 Chemistry exam was found to be moderately difficult. Questions were asked from Physical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry and Inorganic Chemistry.

Some of the topics from which the questions were asked are given below.

  • Coordination and its Compounds
  • Chemical Structure and its Hybridisation
  • GOC
  • Gibbs Energy Numericals
  • Isomerism and its types

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