How many domain subjects are compulsory in CUET UG 2026?
Common University Entrance Test 2026 ( CUET )
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NTA has re-started CUET registration 2026, today (February 23, 2026) at cuet.nta.nic.in. CUET aspirants filling form to appear for exam must check this page for the list of CUET UG subjects offered by NTA. Know the maximum number of domain subjects a candidate can apply to. Find out important points to remember while choosing subjects.
Number of Domain Subjects Compulsory for CUET
The National Testing Agency released the CUET Information Bulletin 2026 at cuet.nta.nic.in. It states that there is no fixed compulsory number of domain subjects that a candidate must opt for in the Common University Entrance Test. According to NTA, CUET applicants can choose up to five subjects from all three sections. Candidates planning to apply for the CUET 2026 must ensure to check the subject mapping of their desired university for the target undergraduate course, before deciding on which UG subject to choose.
The Common University Entrance Test (UG) will be conducted across 321 cities for admission to more than 205 universities (including central, state, private, government, and deemed) accepting CUET scores. NTA has re-opened application window at cuet.nta.nic.in. The CUET UG 2026 registration will end on February 26, 2026 (11:50 pm) and NTA will conduct the CUET UG exams 2026 from May 11, 2026 in computer-based test mode. The CUET UG exam schedule 2026 for the CUET UG subjects will be announced by NTA on the official website: cuet.nta.nic.in.
Aspirants planning to take CUET 2026 must start preparing for the exam through the CUET 2026 syllabus.
LATEST UPDATE: CUET UG 2026 Registrations Re-Opened at cuet.nta.nic.in; Apply till February 26
Commonly asked questions
No, according to the official notification released by NTA, candidates can only select three or four domain subjects for CUET UG exam.
No, it is not necessary that all CUET universities or colleges accept the same subject combination for a UG course. Each college might have a different CUET UG subject combination. Therefore, candidates are advised to check the subject mapping criteria for their target university before applying for CUET.
No, Mathematics is not complusory for all UG courses. Candidates have to check their target college's subject mapping criteria for the undergraduate course to know the mandatory subjects.
- CUET UG Exam Structure 2026
- What are Domain Subjects in CUET UG 2026?
- How many Domain Subjects are Compulsory in CUET UG 2026?
- Download CUET UG Domain Subjects Previous Question Paper
CUET UG Exam Structure 2026
According to the CUET UG Exam Pattern, the exam has three main sections. Check out the table for a detailed breakdown of the CUET UG subject structure:
| Section |
Number of Questions/Duration |
Compulsory Subjects |
|---|---|---|
| Section IA- Language (includes 13 languages) |
50 Questions (All Compulsory)/ 60 minutes |
One Language |
| Section II- Domain Specific (includes 23 subjects) |
50 Questions (All Compulsory)/ 60 minutes |
Up to 4 subjects |
| Section III- General Aptitude Test |
50 Questions (All Compulsory)/ 60 minutes |
Depends on Course and College Requirements |
Note: Candidates must understand that the CUET UG subject compulsion varies from course to course of a specific CUET participating university/college.
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What are Domain Subjects in CUET UG 2026?
Domain subjects in CUET 2026 are specific subject areas that students can select based on their target undergraduate course. Candidates have to select the domain subjects to pursue any discipline or stream, like Science, Commerce, and Arts. Selecting the appropriate domain subjects increases students' chances of admission to their chosen programme.
List of Domain Subjects in CUET UG 2026
According to the exam pattern, there are 23 domain subjects. The UGC removed six domain subjects, including Entrepreneurship, Teaching Aptitude, Legal Studies, Fashion Studies, Tourism, and Engineering Graphics, last year. However, the CUET universities offer admissions for the removed subjects through General Aptitude Test (GAT) Scores.
Each subject assesses a candidate’s knowledge and preparation for undergraduate courses in related fields. Here is the list of all domain subjects from which candidates have to select based on the CUET subject combinations of their preferred university for the course they want to pursue, along with their CUET UG Syllabus.
| CUET 23 Domain Subjects |
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|---|---|
| CUET UG Domain Subjects |
Syllabus Link |
| 1. Accountancy/ Book Keeping |
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| 2. Agriculture |
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| 3. Anthropology |
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| 4. Biology |
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| 5. Business Studies |
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| 6. Chemistry |
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| 7. Computer Science/ Informatics Practices |
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| 8. Economics/ Business Economics |
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| 9. Fine Arts/ Visual Arts (Sculpture/ Painting)/Commercial Arts |
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| 10. Geography/Geology |
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| 11. Home Science |
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| 12. History |
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| 13. Knowledge Tradition and Practices of India |
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| 14. Environmental Science |
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| 15. Mathematics |
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| 16. Physical Education/ NCC /Yoga |
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| 17. Physics |
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| 18. Political Science |
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| 19. Psychology |
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| 20. Sociology |
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| 21. Mass Media/ Mass Communication |
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| 22. Performing Arts |
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| 23. Sanskrit |
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How many Domain Subjects are Compulsory in CUET UG 2026?
Based on the official notification released by the National Testing Agency, students are required to choose three or four CUET domain subjects from the list of 23 domain subjects. The exact number of domain subjects required for a UG course can depend on the following:
- Programme’s Structure and Focus: Specialized programmes may ask for a specific combination of subjects, while interdisciplinary or liberal arts programmes may provide more flexibility in subject choice.
- Language & GAT: CUET participating universities might also require candidates to take the General Test or a language test in addition to their domain subjects.
- University-wise Requirements: Different universities have different sets of compulsory domain subjects for a specific course.
Note - Candidates must ensure to select right subjects in their CUET online form as their no option in CUET correction window to edit subjects preference. NTA will open the correction window between February 02 and February 11, 2026, at cuet.nta.nic.in.
Check out CUET Subject Mapping for the most common UG courses at top CUET colleges:
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Download CUET UG Domain Subjects Previous Question Paper
Candidates can download past year question papers for domain subjects to enhance practice for Common University Entrance Test in table below.
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Action | Fields |
|---|---|
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Candidates shall be allowed to change examination Cities based on their Permanent and Present address |
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