CUET B Voc, Integrated BSc BEd Preparation 2026: Tips, Strategy & Guide

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Updated on Nov 24, 2025 15:03 IST

By Shruti Garg, Assistant Manager- Editorial

CUET preparation is important given the competitive nature of the exam, which over 10 lakh candidates take every year. CUET UG 2026 will be held tentatively in May/June. Students must plan their CUET UG 2026 preparation accordingly. Students must prepare well and study to score well on the exam. Read on to learn how to schedule time to prepare, important topics to prepare from and more!

CUET is conducted by National Testing Agency for admission to over 200 universities, including 47 central universities, 27 State Universities, 22 Deemed Universities, 110 Private Universities, and seven others.

Table of contents

Step Wise CUET UG Preparation Tips
How to prepare for CUET 2026?
Books to read for CUET Preparation 2026
CUET Topper Tips
FAQs Regarding CUET Preparation

Step Wise CUET UG Preparation Tips

Follow easy steps below to start with CUET preparations for UG admissions:

Go through CUET syllabus 2026 completely.
Understand CUET exam pattern and marking scheme and prepare accordingly.
Get all study material for CUET such as prep books and previous year's question papers.
Create a monthly plan on how much syllabus to cover daily.
Solve question papers, sample papers and mock tests.

Also Read: CUET 2026 Last-Minute Preparation Strategy and Tips

Commonly asked questions

Q: Is 700 a good score in CUET?

Yes, 700 is a good score in CUET. This score can help candidates place in top colleges of Delhi University, banaras Hindu University and Allahabad University. 700 score is considered to a CUET good score marking a percentile of 95+.

How to prepare for CUET 2026?

To pass CUET exam with good score, students must prepare an effective exam strategy. Check few tips to prepare for CUET UG exam below:

1. Stay updated with CUET exam pattern

CUET question consists of 50 question for each subject. The exam will be held for a duration of 60 minutes for each subject. The nature of questions is objective. Candidates must know the marking scheme. Refer to the table below for further clarification:

Section	Number of Questions	Question Types
Section I	50 Questions	Language to be tested through Reading Comprehension based on different types of passages- Factual, Literary and Narrative, (Literary Aptitude and Vocabulary)
Section II	50 Questions	MCQs based on NCERT Class 12 syllabus only
Section III	50 Questions	General Knowledge, Current Affairs, General Mental Ability, Numerical Ability, Quantitative Reasoning (Simple application of basic mathematical concepts arithmetic/algebra geometry/mensuration/s tat taught till Grade 8), Logical and Analytical Reasoning

Marking scheme: Candidates will be awarded five marks for each correct answer. There will be a negative marking of -1 mark for each incorrect answer. No marks will be awarded or deducted for not attempted questions.

2. Know CUET Syllabus and Important Topics

To perform well in the CUET test, candidates have to thoroughly go through syllabus. Aspirants need to strategise their plans on a monthly, weekly and daily basis. Candidates can prepare better by knowing which topics to cover in-depth and which require superficial knowledge. The candidate can do so as per the below-mentioned pointers:

Make a list of topics, subject-wise
Segregate the subjects and topics into easy and difficult as per personal experience.
Note down topics that will carry maximum weightage (as per previous year’s question papers).

3. Select Preparation books

In order to perform well in the CUET exam, candidates need to make a list of books from which they should study for the entrance exam. Candidates are advised to purchase at least two to three prep books for CUET, depending on the course applied for. The books can help aspirants determine which topics to cover and study along with what to expect for the entrance exam.

4. Prepare a TimeTable

Candidates need to make a timetable on what topics to cover when, which subjects require high priority and how much to cover on a daily, weekly and monthly basis. Aspirants are advised to create a daily plan and while preparing a timetable, special attention should be given to completing the CUET syllabus. Revise the syllabus and content, attempt as many question papers, mock papers and previous year question papers to better help prepare.

5. Refer to Past Year’s Question Papers

Candidates appearing for the CUET 2026 exam are advised to solve the last five years question papers to help better understand CUET exam pattern and format of questions that will be asked in the entrance exam. Through the previous questions, candidates can understand which subjects are given high importance and topics which can help the aspirant score better in the exam.

Also Read:

CUET 2025 Question Paper

CUET 2024 Question Paper

CUET 2023 Question Paper

CUET 2022 Question Paper

CUET UG Commerce Previous Year Question Papers

CUET UG Science Previous Year Question Papers

6. Solve Sample Papers/Mock tests

The best way for a candidate to know their strengths and weaknesses is by solving question papers, sample papers or mock tests. Through this, candidates can also figure out the best approach to be followed when they head out to attempt the actual CUET question paper. From formulating time management to understanding the format of the paper, solving sample papers helps prepare better for the entrance exam.

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Commonly asked questions

Q: Is CUET 2026 exam online for offline?

CUET UG 2026 exam will be held a Computer Based Test. In this mode of examination, candidates will have to report at the alloted CUET exam centre. Applicants will have to take exam on computer screens only. The screen will display the questions and candidates can select the correct option and save changes.

Books to read for CUET Preparation 2026

Candidates must prepare every topic from prep books as it will students clear doubts as well as understand the subjects thoroughly.

Books	Author
A Problem Book in Mathematical Analysis	GN Berman
Concepts of Physics	HC Verma
A Textbook of Organic Chemistry	RK Gupta
Higher Algebra	Hall & Knight
Problems in Calculus of One Variable	IA Maron
Objective Biology	Dinesh
International Economics	Bo Soderstien and Geoffrey Reed
Indian Economy: Performance & Policies	Uma, Kapila
ABC Chemistry	S.P. Jauhar
Methodology and Perspectives of Social Science	Abhijit Kundu
Elementary Mathematics	DoroFeev Patapov
International Economics	Dominick Salvatore
A Class-book Botany	AC Dutta
Economics	Lipsey R. and A Chrytal
Fundamental Methods of Mathematical Economics	Chiang A.C. and K. Wainwright

Also Read: CUET UG 2026 Books and Study Materials

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CUET Topper Tips

According to last year's toppers, the best methods of CUET UG 2025 preparation include referring to the right books, taking regular mock tests and solving previous year CUET question papers and following a disciplined and systematic approach. According to the toppers, NCERT is the best source of preparation. Once the syllabus is completed, students must go through revision. After this, they should take regular mock tests to understand their preparation level and also analyse to device a preparation strategy to improve their performance at the exam. Shiksha.com has interviewed the CUET UG 2023 toppers Read the interviews below to know their success mantras.

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Commonly asked questions

Q: What is the total score in CUET UG?

CUET UG total marks is 250 Marks for each subject. Candidates can choose up to five CUET subjects. Each subject paper has 50 questions which will total to 250 marks for each subject. For every correct answer, candidate will get 5 marks. The CUET total marks will be uniform for all 37 subjects. The Total CUET subjects marks can vary depending on the number of subjects chosen by candidates.

If three CUET subjects chosen: 750 total marks
If four CUET subjects chosen: 1000 total marks
If five CUET subjects chosen: 1250 total marks

FAQs Regarding CUET Preparation

Check frequently asked questions on CUET preparation below:

Commonly asked questions

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

The latest CUET UG exam pattern 2026 is updated in table below:

Section	Number of Questions	Duration
Language	50	60 Minutes
Domain Specific	50
General Test	50

Q: 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 question papers follow the steps below:

Visit the link provided- CUET Question Paper
Scroll down the page and look for the subject to download the question paper for
Click on the tab download
Create the login credentials 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.

Q: What CUET subjects are required for B.Sc (Hons.) Chemistry?

To take admission to B.Sc Hons. in Chemistry, candidates must select the below CUET Science subjects while filling the CUET application form 2026:

Combination I: Chemistry + Biology/ Biological Studies/ Biotechnology/ Biochemistry + Physics

Combination II: Chemistry + Biology/Biological Studies/ Biotechnology/ Biochemistry + Mathematics/Applied Mathematics

Merit will be based on the best CUET scores obtained

Note: Candidates must verify University and Course requirements. As Subjects may vary from institute to institute

Q: Which CUET subjects should I select for B.Sc. (Hons.) Computer Science?

Science students willing to pursue B.Sc. (Hons.) Computer Science must select the below CUET subjects:

Combination I: Any one Language + Mathematics/ Applied Mathematics + Any two subjects from Domain Subjects

Combination II: Any two Languages + Mathematics/ Applied Mathematics + Any one subject from Domain Subjects

Q: Which CUET subjects should I select for B.Sc. (Hons.) Botany?

For admission to B.Sc. (Hons.) in Botany, candidates must select below CUET UG 2026 subjects:

Combination I: Any one Language from List A + Mathematics/ Applied Mathematics + Any two subjects from List B

Combination II: Any two Languages from List A + Mathematics/ Applied Mathematics + Any one subject from List B

Q: What is the difficulty level of the CUET exam?

The difficulty level of the CUET exam varies between moderate and tough. Since the CUET UG exam is held for multiple subjects and slots, the difficulty level of the exam varies from subject to subject. Sometimes, the difficulty level may also vary for different slots. While for the well-prepared candidates, the difficulty level will be low, for the underprepared students, the level of difficulty will be on the higher side.