CUET Syllabus 2027 for Arts/Humanities Students; Download PDF for History, Political Science

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Updated on Sep 11, 2026 14:03 IST
Arts students preparing for CUET 2027 exam must check the CUET syllabus. The National Testing Agency, the conducting body, will release the CUET syllabus online. CUET syllabus for arts students varies according to the courses applied for. CUET 2027 will conducted in May 2027 in CBT mode. Check the detailed syllabus for arts/humanities stream.

Arts students preparing for CUET 2027 exam must check the CUET syllabus. National Testing Agency, the conducting body releases the CUET syllabus online. CUET syllabus 2027 for arts students varies according to the courses applied for. The CUET 2027 arts syllabus will soon be available at official website. Check the detailed syllabus for arts/humanities stream.

CUET Syllabus for Arts Students

CUET Syllabus for Arts Students

CUET UG Arts Syllabus 2027: The National Testing Agency will soon release the CUET Arts syllabus 2027. The syllabus will be made available for download for each subject in PDF format. The Arts stream includes core subjects like History, Political Science, Sociology, Economics, Geography, and Psychology. CUET Arts syllabus is based on Class 12th NCERT curriculum. Candidates opting for CUET Arts subjects must check the detailed subject-wise syllabus. Candidates must note that it is important to map relevant CUET subjects in the CUET application form 2027. NTA will conduct CUET UG 2027 exam for Arts subjects tentatively in May/June 2027. Read this complete article to know the detailed CUET syllabus for Arts students and courses.

Table of contents
  • CUET 2027 Syllabus for Arts Students
  • CUET Arts Courses and Subject Mapping
  • CUET 2027 Arts Chapter-Wise Important Topics

CUET 2027 Syllabus for Arts Students

Candidates preparing for CUET Arts subjects can check the subject-wise detailed syllabus below:

CUET English Syllabus 2027

CUET 2027 English syllabus comprises Reading comprehension and grammar topics. The CUET English question paper will consist of 50 questions in which candidates will be required to attempt all questions. Refer below to learn important topics for CUET English:

  • Reading Comprehension: It will comprise three passages of a maximum of 300-350 words
    • Factual
    • Narrative
    • Literary
  • Verbal Ability
  • Rearranging the parts
  • Choosing the correct word
  • Synonyms and Antonyms
  • Vocabulary

Read Detailed CUET UG English Syllabus 2027

CUET General Test Syllabus 2027

CUET 2027 General Test is a standardised test that assesses a candidate’s general knowledge, mental ability, and logical and analytical reasoning. General Test as CUET subject is chosen when courses have open eligibility. Candidates preparing for CUET General Test must download the previous year's CUET general test question paper to become familiar with the type of questions asked.

Read Detailed CUET 2027 General Test Syllabus

CUET Fine Arts Syllabus 2027

CUET UG 2027 Fine Arts syllabus is divided into three major sections, i.e., Painting, Graphics, Commercial Arts, and Sculpture. As per CUET exam pattern, the fine arts question paper will consist of 50 questions. Check below to know some of the important topics for CUET Fine Arts:

Painting

Sculpture

Graphic Prints

  • The Rajasthani and Pahari Schools of Miniature Painting
  • The Mughal and Deccan schools of miniature painting
  • The Bengal School and Cultural Nationalism
  • The Modern Trends in Indian Art
  • Triumph of Labour by D. P. Roychowdhury
  • Santhal Family by Ramkinker Vaij
  • Standing Woman by Dhanraj Bhagat
  • Cries Unheard by Amar Nath Sehgal
  • Ganesha Figure by P.V.Jankiram
  • Whirlpool by Krishna Reddy
  • Children by Somnath Hore
  • Devi by Jyoti Bhatt

Read Detailed CUET Fine Arts 2027 Syllabus

CUET History Syllabus 2027

CUET History syllabus tests candidates' knowledge, analytical skills, and understanding of historical events, developments, and themes. It typically covers various periods, regions, and important historical concepts. CUET 2027 History question paper will have 50 questions with no optional questions. Some of the important areas covered in CUET History syllabus are:

  • The Story of the First Cities: Harappan Archaeology
  • Political and Economic History: How Inscriptions tell a story
  • Social Histories using the Mahabharata
  • A History of Buddhism: Sanchi Stupa
  • Medieval society through Travellers’ Accounts
  • Religious Histories: The Bhakti-Sufi Tradition
  • New Architecture: Hampi
  • Agrarian Relations :The Ain-i- Akbari
  • The Mughal Court: Reconstructing Histories through Chronicles
  • Colonialism and Rural Society: Evidence from Official Reports
  • Representations of 1857
  • The Making of the Constitution

Read Detailed CUET History Syllabus 2027

CUET Political Science Syllabus 2027

CUET 2027 Political Science syllabus is divided into two parts, i.e., Politics in India since Independence and Contemporary World Politics. Candidates will be assessed on topics such as political theories, comparative politics, international relations, and key political institutions. CUET Political Science question paper will also consist of 50 questions. Some of the important topics covered in CUET political science syllabus are:

  • The era of One-Party Dominance
  • Nation-Building and Its Problems
  • Politics of Planned Development
  • Cold War Era in World Politics
  • Disintegration of the ‘Second World’ and the Collapse of Bipolarity
  • US Dominance in World Politics: Growth of Unilateralism

Read Detailed CUET Political Science Syllabus 2027

CUET Mass Communication Syllabus 2027

The syllabus for Journalism and Mass Communication aims to assess the candidate’s comprehensive understanding of mass media and various regulatory bodies. The CUET mass media communication question paper 2027 will include 50 MCQs. Check the list of some important topics for CUET journalism and mass media communication below:

  • Communication
  • Journalism
  • TV
  • Radio
  • Cinema
  • Social Media
  • New Media

Read Detailed CUET 2027 Mass Media Communication Syllabus

CUET Geography Syllabus

CUET Geography syllabus is designed to evaluate aspirants’ knowledge, analytical skills and understanding in the field of Geography. It assesses a candidate's grasp of geographical concepts and spatial relationships and their ability to apply geographical principles. CUET Geography question paper will also consist of 50 questions. Candidates will be required to attempt all questions. Refer below to know the important topics for CUET Geography.

  1. Fundamentals of Human Geography
  2. India: People and Economy

These units will cover the following areas:

  • Human Geography: Nature and Scope
  • People
  • Human Activities
  • Transport, Communication and Trade
  • Human Settlements

Read Detailed CUET Geography Syllabus 2027

CUET Psychology Syllabus

CUET Psychology syllabus is prepared to evaluate the readiness and aptitude of candidates for pursuing a degree in psychology. It assesses knowledge in foundational areas of psychology, critical thinking skills, and their understanding of basic psychological concepts. The CUET psychology question paper will include 50 questions. Aspirants will have to attempt all questions compulsorily. Some of the important topics for CUET Psychology are:

  • Variations in Psychological Attributes
  • Self and Personality
  • Meeting Life Challenges
  • Psychological Disorders
  • Therapeutic Approaches
  • Attitude and Social Cognition
  • Social Influence and Group Processes
  • Psychology and Life
  • Developing Psychological Skills

Read Detailed CUET Psychology Syllabus 2027

CUET Sociology Syllabus 2027

CUET 2027 Sociology syllabus aims to evaluate the applicant’s understanding of sociological concepts, knowledge of fundamental sociological theories, research methods, and so forth. CUET Sociology question paper 2027 will have 50 questions. The test covers topics such as:

  • Structure of Indian Society
  • Social Institutions: Continuity and Change
  • Social Inequality and Exclusion
  • The Challenges of Unity in Diversity
  • Process of Social Change in India
  • Social Change and the Polity
  • Social Change and the Economy
  • Arenas of Social Change
  • New Arenas of Social Change
  • Social Movements

Read Detailed CUET Sociology Syllabus 2027

CUET KTPI Syllabus 2027

CUET 2027 Knowledge Tradition and Practices of India syllabus is framed to help students understand about India's historical, cultural, and intellectual heritage. The CUET 2027 KTPI question paper will include 50 questions. The syllabus covers following topics:

  • Agricultural Heritage: Excerpts from Primary Texts
  • Early and Classical Architecture
  • Architecture: Excerpts from Primary Texts
  • Medieval & Colonial Architecture
  • Classical Dance Forms
  • Primary Texts on Dance in India: A Selection
  • Folk Dance Forms
  • Primary Texts on Education in India: A Selection
  • Narratives of Indian Education in the 17th, 18th and 19th Centuries
  • Primary Texts on Ethics: Individual and Social: A Selection
  • Martial Arts Traditions: A Selection from Primary Texts
  • Primary Texts on Language: A Selection
  • Other Technologies: A Selection from Primary Texts

Read Detailed CUET KTPI Syllabus 2027

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Is CUET UG 2026 syllabus released?
A: 

Yes, CUET UG 2026 official syllabus has been released. NTA uploaded the CUET 2026 syllabus PDFs online at cuet.nta.nic.in. 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.

Q:   Does the CUET syllabus also include chapters from Class 11?
A: 

No, class 11th subject syllabus is not included in CUET UG exam. Students who are preparing for CUET 2027 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 concept clarity, candidates may refer to the class 11th resources.

NTA CUET 2027 exam will be scheduled in May/June 2027, tentatively. Candidates preparing for board examinations must prepare well for the CUET exam along.

Q:   Where can I get the CUET UG syllabus?
A: 

Candidates can download the CUET UG 2027 updated syllabus from official webiste of National Testing Agency (NTA) once released. NTA will release the CUET syllabus 2027 for all subjects at cuet.nta.nic.in. Candidates can download the CUET subject wise syllabus PDF online. The link to download the CUET UG syllabus will be activated soon.

Q:   How many exams do I have to give for CUET? Is the syllabus different from class 12th?
A: 

Candidates have to appear for number of subjects chosen for CUET exam. Students can opt for maximum five CUET subjects. Candidates must have selected the CUET subjects based on the course criteria they desire to pursue. CUET UG syllabus is similar to class 12 NCERT curriculum. Candidates preparing for exam must focus on NCERT syllabus and previous year question papers to ace the examination.

CUET Arts Courses and Subject Mapping

Arts students can choose a wide range of Arts courses to apply for through CUET. Candidates must mark the CUET subjects carefully according to the preferred course and university. The table below mentions some of the courses after class 12th arts and CUET subject mapping.

Courses

CUET Subject Mapping*

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

  • Psychology
  • Economics
  • History
  • Geography
  • English
  • Political Science
  • Hindi
  • Journalism

English, General Test, Domain subject from Section II as per the course main discipline

Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.)

English, General Test, Fine Arts/Visual Arts(Sculpture/Painting)/ Commercial Art

Integrated Law course (B.A + L.L.B.)

General Test, English, Legal studies

Bachelor of Journalism and Mass Communication (B.J.M.C)

General Test, Journalism, and Mass Communication

Bachelor of Fashion Design (B.F.D.)

General Test, English, Fine arts, Fashion Design

Bachelor of Hotel Management (B.H.M.)

General Test, English

Bachelor of Physical Education (B.P.Ed)

English, Physical education/NCC/yoga

Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)

General Test, English

Bachelor of Event Management

General Test

Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Designing

General Test

Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Designing

General Test, English

*Subject mapping varies from university to university/Check university brochure

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CUET 2027 Arts Chapter-Wise Important Topics

Arts or Humanities students preparing for CUET UG 2027 must check important topics for Arts subjects.

CUET Arts/Humanities Subjects Important Topics
CUET Political Science Important Topics and Chapter Wise Weightage Recent Developments in Indian Politics, Challenges to the Congress System, Cold War Era
CUET English Hindi Important Topics and Chapter-Wise Weightage Comprehension, Parts of Speech, Papa jumbles, Phrases and meaning
CUET 2027 Fine Arts Important Topics & Chapter Wise Weightage Graphic Artists, National Arts School, Modern Indian Sculptures, Mughal Miniature Paintings
CUET 2027 Sociology Important Topics & Chapter Wise Weightage Right to Information Act, Agrarian distress, Farmers Agricultural Unions, New Social Media
CUET General Test Important Topics and Chapter-Wise Weightage

Numerical ability, General awareness, Logical Reasoning

How to Prepare for CUET Arts Syllabus

To prepare for Arts CUET syllabus, candidates must focus on NCERT curriculum and solve previous years' question papers. While preparing for the exam, candidates can follow the below expert tips:

  • Understand the CUET arts syllabus and subjects included
  • Prepare primarily from NCERT books for conceptual clarity
  • Create notes for important topics
  • Focus on subjects opted for the desired programme
  • Solve previous years' question papers of CUET UG

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