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CUET UG 2026: Exam Pattern, Eligibility & Study Plan

India · 5 subjects · 110 topics · Updated 2026-04-06

The Common University Entrance Test (CUET) is India's central exam for undergraduate admission to 200+ central, deemed, and private universities including DU, BHU, AMU, and JNU. Introduced in 2022, it is a mandatory requirement for students seeking admission to these universities. Tests domain knowledge, general awareness, and language proficiency.

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Year: 2026
Subjects: 5
Topics: 110

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📋 Exam Pattern

Section IA: Language (25 questions), Section IB: Another Language (25 questions), Section II: Domain-specific subjects (25-50 questions per subject), Section III: General Test (25 questions). 3 hours maximum. Each question carries 5 marks, 1 mark deducted for wrong answer.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

Class 12 passed from a recognised board. Specific subject requirements vary by university and programme. No minimum percentage requirement at national level (individual universities may set their own cut-offs).

Subjects & Topics Covered — 110 topics across 5 subjects

Physics

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28 topics · Units & Measurement· Motion in 1D· Motion in 2D + more

Chemistry

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27 topics · Some Basic Concepts· Atomic Structure· Chemical Bonding + more

Mathematics

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25 topics · Sets Relations· Trigonometry· Inverse Trig + more

English

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15 topics · Vocabulary· Grammar· Comprehension + more

General Test

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15 topics · Current Affairs· General Knowledge· Reasoning + more

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Frequently Asked Questions — CUET UG

Everything you need to know about CUET UG. Scroll down for the complete study guide.

What is the expected CUET 2026 exam date and registration timeline?

CUET UG 2026 is expected to be conducted in May–June 2026 by NTA. Registration is expected to open in March–April 2026 on cuet.samarth.ac.in. The exam is conducted online (CBT) in multiple sessions across subjects. Keep checking the official CUET website for the exact schedule.

What is the subject combination required for CUET 2026?

CUET UG requires candidates to appear for one Language test (compulsory) + Domain Subject tests (based on your undergraduate programme choice) + General Test (for some programmes). For example, if applying for B.Sc. Physics honours, you might take: Language (English), Physics domain subject, and General Test.

How is CUET scores used for university admission in 2026?

CUET scores are used by all central universities (DU, JNU, BHU, etc.) and many state and private universities for undergraduate admissions. Your CUET percentile score, not raw marks, is used for ranking and seat allocation through the CUET-UG portal. A score above the 80th percentile is generally competitive for top university programmes.

What is the CUET 2026 exam pattern?

CUET UG has three sections: Section IA (30 languages — candidates pick any one), Section IB (19 special languages), Section II (27 domain-specific subjects — candidates pick up to 6), and Section III (General Test for programmes like B.Com, BA Liberal Arts, etc.). Each subject has 50 questions, 40 of which must be attempted. The exam is conducted online (CBT) in multiple sessions.

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Exam Name	CUET UG
Country	🇮🇳 India
Subjects	Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, English, General Test
Total Topics	110
Official Source	https://cuet.samarth.ac.in
Last Updated	2026-04-06