How many sections are there in CUET UG?

CUET UG has three sections: Section IA/IB (Language), Section II (Domain Subjects), and Section III (General Test). Students choose their domain subjects based on the course and university they are applying to. You can attempt up to 6 domain subjects and 2 languages depending on your chosen programs.

How many universities accept CUET UG scores?

Over 300 central, state, deemed, and private universities across India accept CUET UG scores for undergraduate admissions. This includes all 44 Central Universities, many state universities, and several prominent deemed universities. The list of participating universities grows each year.

What is the marking scheme for CUET UG?

CUET UG follows a marking scheme of +4 for each correct answer and -1 for each incorrect answer. Unattempted questions carry no marks and no penalty. The total marks depend on the number of sections attempted, with each section carrying 200 marks for 50 questions answered.

Is Class 12 board percentage considered for CUET universities?

Most universities that participate in CUET UG use only CUET scores for shortlisting and do not consider Class 12 board percentages directly for merit lists. However, some universities may set a minimum Class 12 percentage as an eligibility criterion. You should check the specific admission policy of each university you are applying to.

How should I prepare for CUET UG General Test section?

The General Test covers current affairs, general knowledge, quantitative reasoning, and logical reasoning. Start by building a habit of reading newspapers daily and solving at least 20 quantitative aptitude and 20 logical reasoning questions each day. Focus on topics such as number systems, percentage, ratio, direction sense, and blood relations. Previous year CUET UG papers and NTA-pattern mock tests are the best way to gauge readiness.

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CUET UG Preparation Guide

National Testing Agency (NTA)

Your Complete Preparation Guide for CUET UG 2027 — strategy, study plan, tips & more.

DifficultyModerate

Total Marks700

Duration210 min

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Exam Overview

Mode

Computer Based Test (CBT)

Frequency

Once a year (May–June)

Next Exam Date

May 2027

EEligibility Criteria

Class 12 passed or appearing; no minimum percentage bar for most universities

ANumber of Attempts

No limit on attempts as long as age/eligibility criteria met

Study Plan by Subject

Domain Subjects

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

Language

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

General Test (GK)

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

Expert Preparation Tips

Attempt at least 10 full-length CUET UG mock tests before the exam to build speed and accuracy across all three sections.

Focus on NCERT textbooks for domain subjects as CUET questions are largely NCERT-based with application-level twists.

Time management is critical — practice allocating time per section and do not spend more than 1.5 minutes on any single question.

For the General Test, maintain a current affairs diary covering the last 6 months and revise quantitative basics from Class 9–10 NCERT.

Exam Pattern at a Glance

Section	Questions	Marks	Duration (est.)
Domain Subjects	58	233	70 min
Language	58	233	70 min
General Test (GK)	58	233	70 min
Total	175	700	210 min

Important Dates

Registration Opens

February–March 2027

Next Exam Date

May 2027

Conducted By

National Testing Agency (NTA)

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