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The National Testing Agency prescribes the total marks in CUET exam. Check out this page to know the CUET stream-wise total marks 2027 and CUET UG marking scheme for the academic session 2027-2028. The CUET 2027 exam will be conducted in Computer Based Test Mode across multiple exam centres.

Students preparing for Common University Entrance Test for admission to UG courses in 2027-28 admission cycle must check out this page for CUET stream-wise total marks 2027 and CUET UG marking scheme.

CUET UG Total Marks

CUET UG Total Marks

The CUET 2027 total marks depend on the number of subjects selected by a candidate while registering for the CUET UG 2027 exam. The National Testing Agency announces the CUET marking structure and total marks in the official information bulletin at cuet.nta.nic.in. For CUET 2027, NTA is expected to release the bulletin in January 2027.

As per last year's structure, the maximum marks for CUET per subject are 250. However, the total marks per CUET applicant are calculated based on the CUET UG subjects opted for in the CUET online form 2027. NTA states that candidates can select a maximum of 5 subjects, including one language, three or four CUET domain subjects, and a general aptitude test (if required). This means that the total possible maximum marks per student is 1250.

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  • CUET UG Total Marks for Different Subjects
  • CUET Total Marks 2027: Stream-Wise Total Marks
  • CUET Total Marks for Commerce Students
  • CUET Total Marks for Science Students
  • CUET Total Marks for Arts/Humanities Students
  • Is CUET Total Marks different for all Categories?
  • CUET UG Marking Scheme 2027
  • CUET Total Marks for 5 Subjects: Highest NTA Score 2026
  • CUET Total Marks Overview
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CUET UG Total Marks for Different Subjects

According to the marking schem, the CUET total marks for each of the total 37 subjects of the entrance exam is 250 marks per subject. However, as candidates have to select a maximum 5 subjects, the maximum marks of a student depend on the number of subjects selected. Check below to know the total marks with different numbers of subjects:

Number of Subjects CUET Marks per Subject CUET Total Marks
3 subjects 250 marks per subject 750 Marks
4 subjects 250 marks per subject 1000 Marks
5 subjects 250 marks per subject 1250 Marks
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CUET Total Marks 2027: Stream-Wise Total Marks

A candidate's CUET total marks in an ideal situation (with 5 subjects) is 1250. But different CUET colleges may have different CUET UG eligibility criteria and subject requirements for one undergraduate programme. Thus, the total marks for two candidates for the same UG course can differ if their target universities are not the same.

Check out the table below for CUET Total Marks for some of the top UG courses across the Science, Commerce, and Arts/Humanities Streams to understand how to calculate total marks based on your CUET Subject Combination.

CUET Total Marks for Commerce Students

Check the total marks for some of the most popular commerce stream UG courses offered by Delhi University.

Commerce UG Course CUET Subject Combination CUET Total Marks
B. Com. (Hons.) Any one from Section I + Mathematics/Applied Mathematics/ Accountancy/Book Keeping + Any two from Section II 1,000 marks
B. Com. Any one from Section I + Any three from Section II
OR
Any one from Section I+ Any one from Section II + Section III
1,000 marks
OR
750 marks
Bachelor of Management Studies [BMS] Any one from Section I + Mathematics/Applied Mathematics + Section III 750 marks
Bachelor of Business Administration (Financial Investment Analysis) [BBA(FIA)] Any one from Section I + Mathematics/Applied Mathematics + Section III 750 marks
Bachelor of Business Economics [BBE] Any one from Section I + Mathematics/Applied Mathematics + Section III 750 marks
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the maximum score for CUET UG 2026 exam?
A: 

The maximum marks for the CUET UG exam are 250. Actual total marks you can score depend on number of subjects you choose.

For instance, the subject combination for B.Com at Allahabad University is English or Hindi, Accountancy/Book Keeping, and General Test. So, total marks will be 750.

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Q:   What is the CUET UG 2025 total marks if a candidate selects 5 subjects?
A: 

The maximum marks per subject for CUET UG 2025 exam is 250. So, if a candidate select five subjects,  the Total CUET UG Marks will be 250 x 5 = 1250 Marks.

Q:   What is the latest pattern for CUET UG exam?
A: 

Candidates can see the table showing the latest CUET UG exam pattern below -

Section

Number of Questions

Duration

Language

50

 60 Minutes

Domain Specific

50

General Test

50

Note: The exam pattern is taken from official website of the conducting body and can be changed if instructed by it.

Hope this helps with your query! All the best!

Q:   Which subjects have been removed in CUET UG?
A: 

UGC has announced the deletion of 26 subjects from CUET UG 2025 onwards. CUET UG 20 foreign languages and six domain subjects have been removed. Check the list below to know the name of the subjects:

  • Foreign Languages (French, Spanish, German, Nepali, Persian, Italian, Arabic, Sindhi, Kashmiri, Konkani, Bodo, Dogri, Maithili, Manipuri, Santhali, Sanskrit, Tibetan, Japanese, Russian, Chinese)
  • Domain Subjetcs (Entrepreneurship, Teaching Aptitude, Fashion Studies, Tourism, Legal Studies, Engineering Graphics)

CUET Total Marks for Science Students

Check out the table below for CUET 2027 total marks for the top DU UG courses for science students, along with their subject combination.

Science UG Course CUET Subject Combination CUET Total Marks
B.Sc. (Hons.) Physics Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Applied Mathematics, Any one Language 1,000 marks
B.Sc. (Hons.) Chemistry Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Applied Mathematics, Any one Language 1,000 marks
B.Sc. (Hons.) Mathematics Any one from Section I + Mathematics/Applied Mathematics + Any two from Section II 1,000 marks
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CUET Total Marks for Arts/Humanities Students

Here are some of the most popular Arts stream undergraduate courses offered by DU and their CUET total marks 2027.

Arts/Humanities UG Course CUET Subject Combination CUET Total Marks
B.A. (Hons.) English English+ Any three from Section II 1000 marks
B.A. (Hons) Hindi Hindi + Any three from Section II 1000 marks
B.A.(Hons.) History Any one from Section I + Any three from Section II 1000 marks
B.A.(Hons.) Geography Any one from Section I + Any three from Section II 1000 marks
B.A.(Hons.) Economics Any one from Section I + Mathematics/Applied Mathematics + Any two from Section II 1000 marks
B.A. (Hons.) Journalism English + Any three from Section II / Section III 1000 marks/500 marks

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Is CUET Total Marks different for all Categories?

No, the CUET total marks and marking scheme are the same irrespective of a student's category. So, no matter if a candidate is from General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, PwD or any other category, the total marks will be 250 per subject. The category differentiation matters while applying for NTA CUET UG exam and during admission process. Reserved category candidates get advantages in course seat intake, counselling, cut off, etc.

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Q:   What is the CUET marking scheme?
A: 

NTA prescribes the CUET UG marking scheme. Check below to know the CUET UG marking scheme:

  • Correct answer or the most appropriate answer: Five marks (+5)
  • Any incorrect option marked will be given minus one mark (-1).
  • Unanswered/Marked for Review will be given no mark (0).
  • If more than one option is found to be correct then Five marks (+5) will be awarded to only those who have marked any of the correct options.
  • If all options are found to be correct then Five marks (+5) will be awarded to all those who have attempted the question.
  • If none of the options is found correct or a question is found to be wrong or a question is dropped, then all candidates who have attempted the dropped question will be given five marks (+5) marks.
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 a mouse. Since CUET UG  exam will be conducted in CBT mode, test-takers will be able to mark only one answer option. 

Q:   How to get CUET UG previous year question paper?
A: 

To download the CUET UG previous year question papers for all subjects, candidates must visit the link provided below:

CUET Question Paper 2022-2025

Candidates can access the subject-wise CUET UG question papers for past four years.

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 UG Marking Scheme 2027

Below is the marking scheme used by NTA to calculate CUET UG Scores:

  • Candidates will be awarded 5 marks for each correct answer
  • There is a negative marking. For every incorrect answer, 1 mark will be deducted.
  • No marks will be awarded or deducted for unattempted questions.
  • If more than one option is found correct, 5 marks will be awarded to those who have marked any of correct options.
  • If all options are found correct, 5 marks will be awarded to all those who have attempted question.
  • If none of the options is found correct/ Dropped, 5 marks will be awarded to students who have attempted question.

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CUET Total Marks for 5 Subjects: Highest NTA Score 2026

Check the table below to know the application number and their CUET 2026 score.

Application Number

Aggregate NTA Score In Five Subjects

263510269243

1232.19

263510280526

1230.82

263510250636

1207.21

263510857590

1205.96

263510690773

1203.78

263510166320

1202.15

263510282507

1201.71

263510435802

1197.54

263510364596

1188.97

263510097074

1188.03

263510169655

1186.56

263511025556

1186.30

263510642106

1184.34

263510957952

1182.74

263510169135

1182.02

263510150578

1181.18

263510036813

1181.13

263510540260

1180.91

263510165473

1180.10

263510531257

1177.65

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Commonly asked questions
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, there are 37 subjects: 13 languages, 23 domain subjects and general tests. While filling the CUET application form, candidates can select up to five CUET subjects aligning with the subjects studied in class 12th and course requirements.

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:   Where can I find CUET UG 2025 question papers?
A: 

Common University Entrance Test UG 2025 question papers can be download at - CUET UG 2025 Question Papers. Candidates can visit the provided link and download subject wise CUET question paper 2025 PDF online for free. CUET PYQs are important for exam preparation.

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:   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. 

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CUET Total Marks Overview

To sum up the page, check out this table for an overview on CUET UG total marks:

Section Number of Questions Marks Per Question Maximum Marks Negative Marking
Section I - Language 50 5 250 1
Section II - Domain Subjects 50 5 250 1
Section III - General Test 50 5 250 1
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What happens when a question is dropped in CUET?
A: 

Candidates who had attempted the dropped question will get full marks as per the marking scheme. No matter what your answer was.

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

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

 

Q:   Can CUET normalisation reduce marks?
A: 

CUET normalisation procss refers to a process of adjusting scores inbterms difficulty between different sessions of CUET exam. The normalization process does not reduce marks for students. It aims to adjust scores. CUET Normalization might involve scaling scores, adjusting grade, or applying techniques to make sure that difficulty level of the assessment doesn't disadvantage any particular group of students.

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