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CUET UG Exam 2026 preparation guide
Everything you need to crack CUET UG
Exam pattern, eligibility, previous year papers, mock tests and topic-wise practice, all on this page. Pick a test, start it here, and get your score with solutions.
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What is the CUET UG exam
The CUET (Common University Entrance Test) is a national-level entrance examination conducted by the National Testing Agency for admission to undergraduate programmes in central universities and several participating state, deemed, and private universities across India. It aims to provide a better assessment of students compared to class 12 final scores which have ambiguity because of multiple boards of varied difficulty.
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CUET UG beside the other BBA & CUET exams, latest first, with where registration stands for each.
CUET UG Exam 2026This exam
National Testing Agency
Exam date: 11–31 May 2026
HeldSymbiosis International (Deemed University)
Exam date: 2–10 May 2026
Held
No dates announced yet: CLAT UG Exam 2027
Exam pattern & marking scheme
The CUET UG examination is a Computer-Based Test (CBT) format with objective-type Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) only.
- Mode of Examination: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) only
- Number of Sections: Three
- Duration per Subject: 60 minutes
- Questions per Subject: 50
Section-Wise Exam Pattern (CUET UG 2026)
Section | Subject Type | Number of Questions | Duration |
Section IA & IB | Languages (English, Hindi, etc.) | 50 | 60 Minutes |
Section II | Domain Subjects (Physics, History, etc.) | 50 | 60 Minutes |
Section III | General Test (GK, Logical Reasoning, Mathematics) | 50 | 60 Minutes |
- Note: For Section II (Domain Subjects), questions are strictly based on the NCERT textbooks.
Marking Scheme
- Correct Answer: +5 marks
- Incorrect Answer: –1 mark (Negative marking applies)
- Unanswered / Marked for Review: No penalty
- Dropped Question: +5 marks awarded to all candidates who attempted the question
Key Rules for 2026
- Subject Limit: Candidates can select at max 5 subjects.
- Discontinued Subjects: Some subjects have been discontinued in the CUET exam; for such cases, admission to related programmes is based on general test scores.
- Medium of Examination: Available in 13, including English, Hindi, and regional languages.
- Total Marks per Subject: 250 marks (5 marks).
Eligibility criteria
Educational Qualification
- Class 12 / Equivalent Examination: Candidates must have passed Class 12 or an equivalent examination from a recognized board.
- Appearing Candidates: Candidates appearing in their Class 12 examination in 2026 are also eligible to apply, provided they complete all requirements within the timeline prescribed by the concerned university.
Minimum Marks Required in Class 12
- General Category: Typically minimum 50% aggregate marks in Class 12.
- SC/ST/OBC/PwD Categories: Typically minimum 45% aggregate marks.
- Professional Courses (e.g., B.Tech): Some universities may require 45% for General category and 40% for reserved categories.
- Participating Universities: Individual universities may prescribe specific minimum marks for admission.
Age Limit
- No Upper Age Limit: There is no age bar set by the National Testing Agency (NTA). However, individual universities may impose an age cap, if applicable.
Subject Mapping
- Subject Requirement: Candidates must choose CUET subjects based on the subjects they studied in Class 12, as required by the respective university or programme.
Selection process
How candidates are shortlisted and admitted after the CUET UG results.
CUET UG Selection Process: Step-by-Step Admission Procedure
Step 1: University-Specific
Registration
After obtaining a CUET score,
candidates must apply to individual participating cuniversities based on their
preference.
Step 2: Merit List & Seat Allotment
Participating
universities release seat allocation lists in multiple rounds.
- Seat Offer: If the candidate’s CUET score meets the cut-off for a selected preference, a seat is provisionally allotted.
- Acceptance Window: Candidates must accept the allotted seat within the specified timeframe (generally 2–3 days).
- Non-Acceptance: Failure to accept within the deadline results in cancellation of the allotted seat.
Practice questions, by topic
162 topic-wise quizzes covering every CUET UG syllabus area. Pick a topic and start practising it.
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Frequently asked questions
What students most often ask us about CUET UG.
What is CUET UG and who conducts it?
CUET (Common University Entrance Test) is a national-level entrance exam conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for admission to undergraduate programs in central, state, deemed, and private universities across India.
What is the exam pattern of CUET UG 2026?
Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Sections:
Section I: Languages
Section II: Domain Subjects
Section III: General Test
50 questions per subject
60 minutes per subject
What is generally considered a good score in CUET UG?
There is no fixed “good score” defined in the official document. However, since each subject carries 250 marks, a score above 200+ per subject is generally considered competitive for many programs. Final cut-offs depend entirely on the participating university and course demand.
What is the CUET UG selection process after the exam?
Candidates register separately with participating universities.
Universities release merit lists based on CUET scores.
If allotted a seat, candidates must accept it within the given deadline (usually 2–3 days).
Failure to accept results in cancellation of the seat.
What is the marking scheme of CUET UG?
Correct answer: +5 marks
Incorrect answer: –1 mark (negative marking applies)
Unanswered: No penalty
Dropped question: +5 marks to those who attempted it
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