What Type of Questions are Asked in CUET UG 2026?
Common University Entrance Test 2026 ( CUET )
CUET UG 2026 Admit Card
5 May '26 - 31 May '26
Know the CUET exam's questions to know the difficulty level and how to prepare for exam.
CUET UG: Type of Questions
The Common University Entrance Test (CUET UG), conducted by the National Testing Agency, is the gateway for admission to over 250 universities across India. Candidates preparing for CUET UG 2026 must have a clear understanding of the exam pattern, syllabus, and subject-wise question types to perform well. As per the revised CUET UG 2026 exam pattern, the question paper will consist of objective-type (MCQ) questions, with 50 questions in each subject. The number of questions and exam duration remain uniform across all subjects, ensuring a standardised testing format. CUET UG scores are accepted by participating universities for admission to various undergraduate programmes. The CUET UG 2026 exam is expected to be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode from May 11 to May 31, 2026. Read this article to know types of questions asked in CUET UG 2026 and how to prepare effectively.
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- CUET UG Exam Structure
- Types of Questions Asked in CUET UG 2026?
- Type of Questions Asked in CUET UG: Language
- CUET UG 2026 Preparation Tips
CUET UG Exam Structure
As per the revised CUET UG exam pattern, the exam is divided into three sections- Language, Domain subjects and General Test. The exam duration for CUET UG is 60 minutes for each subject. Refer to table below to know the updated CUET exam pattern:
| Section |
Number of Questions (All compulsory) |
Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Section I- Language |
50 questions |
60 minutes |
| Section II- Domain Specific |
50 questions |
60 minutes |
| Section III- General Test |
50 questions |
60 minutes |
CUET Marking Scheme
As per the CUET marking scheme:
- For every correct answer candidate will get five marks
- For every wrong answer, one mark will be reduced
Commonly asked questions
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.
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:
- Go to- CUET Question Paper
- Select CUET subject to download the question paper for
- Click on the tab download
- Create the login details for new registrations
- Link to download the CUET question paper will be sent on the registered email ID
- Click on the link provided and save the PDF.
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 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.
Types of Questions Asked in CUET UG 2026?
Candidates preparing for CUET UG 2026 can refer to types of questions asked in CUET UG.
Type of Questions Asked in CUET UG: Language
The CUET UG language section includes multiple-choice questions. This section purely focuses on Reading Comprehension, Vocabulary, Verbal Ability and Grammar. The question paper will have 50 MCQs.Some of the important topics covered in CUET language are:
- Fill in the blanks
- Sentence rearrangement
- Error spotting
- One word subsitution
- Question tags
- Match the column
- Fillers
- RC based
Refer below to some of types of questions asked in CUET Language section:
Example:
Q. From the given options, select the pair of word which carries the same relationship to the given pair of words:
Respect: Regard
- Stain: Spotless
- Ruin: Repair
- Detest: Despite
- Regret: Rejoice
Q. Rearrange given groups of words to make a meaningful sentence:
- a consumer protection drive to educate
- against using fraudulent means
- the people about their rights and to warn traders
- the administration will soon launch
A: D, A, C, B
B: B, C, A, D
C: C, A, B, D
D: D, C, B, A
Q. Find similar word in meaning to the given word: “Nourish”
A: Negate
B: Nurture
C: Neglect
D: Native
Q. From the given options, select the correctly spelt word
A: Pneumonia
B: Pnenoniya
C: Nemoniya
D: Pnimonia
Q. From the given options, select the one which most correctly explains the given expression:
“To lose face”
A: To feel sad
B: To look angry
C: To be confused
D: To lose respect from others
Q. From the given option, select the figure of speech (poetic device) used in the expression:
“All the world is a stage”
A: Personification
B: Simile
C: Alliteration
D: Metaphor
Also Read:
How to Improve Vocabulary for CUET English
Type of Questions Asked in CUET UG: Domain Subjects
Best way to prepare for CUET domain subjects is by solving the previous year question papers. NTA prescribes 23 domain subjects across Science, Arts and Commerce streams. Some of the type of questions asked in CUET domain subjects are:
- Definition based
- Figure based
- Concept based
- Application based
- Match the following
- Statement/Assertion-Reasoning
- Numerical and formula-based
- Case study/Paragraph-based
NTA CUET 2026 question paper for domain subjects will include questions from syllabus based on NCERT. CUET UG covers following CUET 23 domain subjects:
| Subjects |
CUET Question Paper |
|---|---|
| 1. Biology | |
| 2. Accountancy/ Book Keeping | |
| 3. Business Studies | |
| 4. Chemistry | |
| 5. Computer Science/ Informatics Practices | |
| 6. Economics/ Business Economics | |
| 7. Geography/Geology | |
| 8. Home Science | |
| 9. Knowledge Tradition and Practices of India | CUET Knowledge Tradition and Practices of India Question Paper |
| 10. Environmental Science | |
| 11. Mathematics | |
| 12. Physical Education/ NCC /Yoga | |
| 13. Physics | |
| 14. Political Science | |
| 15. Psychology | |
| 16. Sociology | |
| 17. Agriculture | |
| 18. Mass Media/ Mass Communication | |
| 19. Anthropology | |
| 20. Fine Arts/ Visual Arts (Sculpture/ Painting)/Commercial Arts | |
| 21. Performing Arts | |
| 22. Sanskrit | |
| 23. History |
Also Read:
- CUET UG Science Previous Year Question Papers
- CUET Commerce Previous Year Question Papers
- CUET Syllabus
Type of Questions Asked in CUET UG: General Aptitude Test
CUET General Aptitude Test will include 50 multiple-choice questions. Based on previous year question paper analysis, candidates can check the expected number of questions from each section of CUET GAT:
| Topics |
Expected number of questions |
|---|---|
| Numerical ability |
20-25 |
| Calendar and direction |
- |
| General Awareness |
12-15 |
| History and science |
2-3 |
| Economics |
1-2 |
| Geography |
1-2 |
| Discovery and invention |
1-2 |
| Sports |
1-2 |
| Books and authors |
4-5 |
| Static GK |
1-2 |
| Logical reasoning |
10-12 |
Also Read:
CUET General Test Question Paper
CUET General Test Most Repeated Questions
CUET UG 2026 Preparation Tips
Candidates preparing for CUET UG 2026, must ensure to follow the below-mentioned preparation tips:
- Know the CUET UG syllabus 2026 subject wise
- Candidates must devise effective study techniques
- Students must solve CUET previous year question papers and CUET mock test to become familiar with pattern and syllabus
- Candidates must refer to the CUET's best books or their teachers and mentors for preparation.
- Student must:
- Stay up to date with current affairs.
- Practice regularly.
- Manage exam stress.
- Seek guidance from mentors and teachers.
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Commonly asked questions
NTA prescribes the CUET UG marking scheme. Check below to know the CUET UG marking scheme 2026:
- 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.
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.
Practicing with CUET UG (Common University Entrance Test) question papers from previous years offers following benefits:
Helps in knowing format, structure, and types of questions.
Student can know repeated question types.
Help students know weak and strong sections
Helps in developing important skills.
Regularly solving CUET question papers improves problem-solving skills and speed.
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Shri Ram Murti Smarak College of Engineering, Technology and Research offers admission based on CUET-UG scores via UPTAC Counselling. Aspirants can also get admission in BTech based on JEE Main scores.
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Symbiosis International, Pune has not mentioned whether CUET-UG scores are accepted for BA admissions inplace of SET scores. Symbiosis International, Pune does accept CUET-UG scores for some UG level course admissions. Thus, candidates are advised to raise this query with admission desk for more con
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No, CUET is not compuslory to take admission in RV University Mysuru. The college offers merit-based admission to most of the progarmmes. Merit is decided based on marks obtained in last qualifying exam.
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There is no entrance exam conducted by HNBGU Pauri Campus. The college accepts the scores of CUET. After CUET results, the university releases its own merit list based on CUET scores. Hence, to get admission here, good marks in CUET is essential.
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For getting admission at Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU) through CUET, candidates have to fill the application form on the official website of NTA. Following this, they have to appear for the exam, and regist on the IPU admission portal. Seats are allotted via online counseling ba
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