How do I select the domain subjects for CUET UG?

Before selecting the test or domain subjects, candidates are advised to visit the official website of university/organaisation they wish to apply for. Candidates must check the courses offered and eligibility test that they should appear in for admission to desired course. The choice of language/domain subject and General test will depend upon the course and university. Candidates will be able to opt for one or more tests as per the requirement of the course and university from the following sections: Section I - 13 Languages Section II - 23 Domain Specific Subjects Section III - General Test

Which are the languages included in CUET UG?

CUET UG langauge section will now consist of 13 languages instead of 33 languages. The 13 langauges of CUET UG 2026 are: English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu and Urdu. Whereas, the languages which have been deleted are: Arabic, Bodo, Chinese, Dogri, French, German, Italian, Janpanese, Kashmiri, Konkani, Maithili, Manipuri, Nepali, Persian, Russian, Santhali, Sindhi, Spanish, Tibetan, Sanskrit.

How many questions are there in the language section of CUET UG?

CUET UG Language section will consist of 50 questions. Candidates will be required to attempt all questions. There will be no optional questions. The language section will assess 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. Candidates will be given a duration of 45 minutes to attend this section of CUET UG.

What type of questions are asked in the CUET exam?

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.

Does the CUET syllabus also include chapters from Class 11?

No, class 11th subject syllabus is not included in CUET UG exam. Students who are preparing for CUET 2026 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 concepts clarity, candidates may refer to the class 11th resources. NTA CUET 2026 exam will be scheduled in May/June 2026 tentatively. Candidates preparing for board examinations must prepare well for the CUET exam along.

Are NCERT books enough to cover CUET syllabus?

NTA has mentioned that CUET UG 2026 syllabus will adhere to NCERT syllabus. Hence, it can be assumed that the NCERT books are enough to cover the syllabus of the CUET UG exam. Candidates must note that, CUET exam tests students' understanding of the subject concepts and ability to apply them in various situations. Therefore, to prepare well and get a good score, it is advised that students refer to other study materials and books designed for national-level competitive entrance exams. The CUET UG syllabus is similar with the Class 12 Board exam syllabus. The chapters and topics are similar to Class 12 syllabus. Unlike other UG entrance exams, CUET UG syllabus does not include Class 11 syllabus.

In CUET UG domain specific subjects, the UG course I wish to pursue is not available. What should I do?

Candidates are advised to check the University where the desired UG course is offered and check the eligibity test to appear for admission to the university. Follow the steps below to check the eligibility test: Follow the Steps given below: Open List of University provided at the official website of NTA CUET UG at cuet.nta.nic.in Select the University and Courses where candidate intend to take admission. Visit the official website(s) of the University and check the eligibility criteria for the courses in which candidate wants to take admission (required CUET subjects). This should be noted down for all University(ies) and Courses where candidate wants to take admission. Select the required CUET subjects for appearing in exam while filling the application form.

When should I start preparing for CUET UG?

The ideal time to begin the preparation for CUET UG may vary from person to person depending upon the familarity with the subject, understanding of the concepts, difficulty level of the subject and so forth. However, candidates are recomnmened to begin preparing for CUET UG along with the preparation of board examination. The CUET UG syllabus is similar to NCERT syllabus. Candidates must focus on solving CUET mock tests and CUET previous year question papers to become familar with the difficulty level of the exam. If a candidate has good familiarity with the subject must begin the preparation 3-4 months prio to exam date, whereas candidates must ideally start preparing for CUET UG 6 months prior to exam date. CUET UG 2026 exam will be held in May/June 2026.

From where can I download CUET sample papers?

Common University Entrance Test (CUET) sample papers are released by the conducting body, National Testing Agency (NTA). To download the CUET sample papers and previous year question papers candidates can get the direct link on this website. To download the CUET question papers candidates must refer the steps mentioned below: Step 1- Visit the link provided- CUET Question Paper Step 2- Scroll down the page and look for the subject to download the question paper for Step 3- Click on the tab download Step 4- Create the login credentials for new registrations Step 5- Link to download the CUET question paper will be sent on the registered email ID Step 6- Click on the link provided and save the PDF.

Why should I practice with CUET question papers from previous years?

Practicing with CUET UG (Common University Entrance Test) question papers from previous years offers following benefits: CUET question papers from past years provide familiarity with format, structure, and types of questions that commonly appear in the exam. By solving previous year's CUET question papers, candidates can identify repeated question types and patterns. Practicing with CUET question papers helps candidates assess their strengths and weaknesses. CUET is a time-bound exam with strict time limits for each subject. Solving CUET question papers within the allotted time helps candidates develop effective time management strategies. Regularly solving CUET question papers enhances problem-solving skills, speed, and accuracy.

What special facilities are provided to PwD candidates to appear for CUET exam?

As per the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (Divyangjan) under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment guidelines, PwD candidates will be provided with following facilities: Scribe facility: In case the candidate has physical limitation and required a scribe for writing the exam, he/she must be certified in the format provided by CMO/Civil Surgeon/ Medical Superintendent of a Government Health Care Institution. Compensatory time: PwD candidates will get extra time of one hour whether such candidates use scribe facilities or not.

What programs does CUET UG provide admission for?

CUET UG is conducted for admission to more than 260 universities across India. List of programs offered through CUET UG are: Bachelor of Arts (B.A) B.A (Hons.) Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Bachelor of Sience (B.Sc.) (Hons.) Bachelor of Vocational studies B.Sc-M.Sc. Integrated program Integrated M. Optometry Integrated M.A Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) (Hons.) Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS) Bachelor of Business Administration (Financial Investment Analysis) [BBA (FIA)] Bachelor of Business Economics (BBE) Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed.) Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA)

How is CUET UG conducted, online or offline?

National Testing Agency conducts CUET UG in online mode. Earlier, NTA codncuted CUET UG 2024 in hybrid mode i.e, online and offline. CUET UG 2025 onwards, NTA is coducting CUET UG in computer based mode. Candidates will get the CUET question paper online and they will be able to mark the correct option with the help of mouse only.

What is CUET UG exam?

Common University Entrance Test (CUET) UG is an entrance examination conducted for admission to undergraduation programs offered by various central, state, private and deemed universities. Candidates willing to take admission to undergraduation programme in streams like Science, Humanities, Commerce, Law and Management must appear for the CUET UG exam when conducted. The entrance examination assesses candidates at various levels: Language, domain knowledge and general aptitude. CUET UG is conducted annually in computer based mode. CUET UG scores are accepted by more than 300 universities across India.

What is the CUET marking scheme?

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.

What is the medium of CUET UG?

Common University Entrance Test (CUET) UG is conducted Assamese, Bengali, English, Gujarati, Hindi, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Punjabi, Odia, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu languages. Candidates must note that the selection of medium will be restricted to state/UTs. Refer the table below to know the mediums restricte to respective state/UTs: Language Examination Centres English All examination centres English and Hindi All examination centres English and Assamese Examination centres in Assam English and Bengali Examination centres in West Bengal, Tripura, and Andaman and Nicobar Islands English and Gujarati Examination centres in Gujarat, Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu English and Kannada Examination centres in Karnataka English and Malayalam Examination centres in Kerala and Lakshadweep English and Marathi Examination centres in Maharashtra English and Odia Examination centres in Odisha English and Punjabi Examination centres in Punjab, Chandigarh and Delhi/New Delhi (Including Faridabad, Gurugram, Ghaziabad, Meerut, Noida/Greater Noida) English and Tamil Examination centres in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Andaman and Nicobar Islands English and Telugu Examination centres in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana English and Urdu All examination centres in India

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Common University Entrance Test (CUET) pattern 2026 consists of language test, domain-specific subject exams and a general test. CUET UG 2026 exam pattern mentions the sections, exam duration, mode of examination and format of question paper. The number of questions in each subject is uniform, i.e., 50 questions for 5 marks each.

CUET 2026 question paper will carry objective-type multiple-choice questions (MCQs). The medium of the CUET question paper will be English and the languages chosen by candidates among 12 regional languages. Each question will carry five marks, and for each wrong answer, there will be a negative marking of one mark. Candidates can select up to five subjects. CUET 2026 exam will be scheduled tentatively in May/June 2026.

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Exams

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Exams

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Full Time

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Exams

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₹ 540

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