Preparing for CUET UG 2026 and cofused about when should I start taking CUET UG mock tests? Read here to know expert tips for CUET preparation. CUET UG 2026 exam will be held from May 11 to May 31. With few months left for examination, students must now focus on CUET mock tests.
CUET 2026 mock tests plays important role in exam preparation to score 180+ in each CUET subject. Preparing for Common University Entrance Test (CUET) requires more than just completing the syllabus. Aspiring students have same question: When to start preparing for CUET mock tests? The answer depends on preparation stage, subject strength, and exam timeline. Every year, CUET toppers have been emphasising practising through CUET mock test. Taking mock test not only improves score and confidence but also help candidates getting familiar with the expected CUET questions and exam pattern.
Read this article by Shiksha to know ideal time to start CUET mock tests, a phase-wise strategy, common mistakes to avoid, and how CUET mock tests can help crack CUET with a high percentile.
- Why Are CUET Mock Tests Important?
- When Is the Right Time to Start CUET Mock Tests?
- Common Mistakes Students Make While Taking CUET Mock Tests
- How Many Mock Tests Are Enough for CUET?
Why Are CUET Mock Tests Important?
CUET mock test help candidates prepare well for the exam. Check below to know why are CUET mock tests important to score high percentile:
- simulate the actual CUET exam pattern
- Help in time management
- Improve accuracy and speed
- Identify weak and strong areas
- Reduce exam fear and anxiety
- Familiarises with computer-based testing (CBT)
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When Is the Right Time to Start CUET Mock Tests?
When preparing for CUET UG 2026, students must ideally start taking CUET UG mock tests six to eight months before the CUET exam, but the type and frequency of mock tests must change as preparation completes. Check below when should student ideally take CUET mock tests:
After Completing CUET Syllabus
This is the best time to seriously begin CUET mock test preparation. When most of the CUET UG 2026 syllabus is either completed or nearing completion, candidates must focus on conceptual clarity. Candidate must take 1-2 mock test for each CUET subject every week. Candidates must focus on:
- Section-wise mock tests
- Subject-wise full tests
- Schedule weekly mock tests
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What to Analyse After Each CUET Mock Test
- Time taken per question
- Silly mistakes vs conceptual errors
- Topics requiring revision
2 Months Before Exam Day
This phase is the most important phase for CUET mock tests. Two months before the CUET UG 2026 exam, student must take full-length CUET mock tests. Students must focus shifts from learning to performance optimization. At this stage, candidate must give importance to time management. At this stage, student must:
- Take 2-3 full-length CUET mock tests per week
- Focus on subject-wise revision tests alongside
Final Revision Stage (Last 30-45 Days Before CUET)
At this point of time, CUET mock tests become non-negotiable. Candidate must take:
- 3-4 full-length CUET mock tests every week
- Practice and download Previous Year CUET question papers
- Mixed subject mock tests
Common Mistakes Students Make While Taking CUET Mock Tests
While preparing for CUET UG 2026, students must avoid the following common mistakes:
- Starting mock tests too late
- Appearing for mock tests without syllabus completion
- Ignoring mock test analysis
- Focusing only on scores, not mistakes
- Attempting too many mock tests without revision
How Many Mock Tests Are Enough for CUET?
While there is no fixed number, an ideal CUET aspirant should attempt:
- 10-20 subject-wise CUET mock tests
- 15-25 full-length CUET mock tests
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