The Central University Entrance Test (CUET) is a national-level entrance exam conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA).
This exam helps students get admission into top universities like:
The main goal of CUET is to give equal opportunity to all students, no matter their background.
Who Can Give CUET?
CUET is for:
- Students after Class 12 (UG courses)
- Graduates (PG courses)
⦿ It is open for all streams:
- Science
- Commerce
- Arts
⦿ CUET Exam Overview
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Question Type | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Duration | 60 minutes per subject |
| Total Questions | Around 50 per subject |
| Total Marks | 250 per subject |
⦿ CUET Marking Scheme
| Type | Marks |
|---|---|
| Correct Answer | +5 |
| Wrong Answer | -1 |
| Not Attempted | 0 |
📌Simple rule: Attempt smartly to avoid negative marking.
CUET Exam Structure
CUET has 3 main sections:
- Language Test
- Domain Subjects
- General Test
📌Important: You don’t need to attempt all sections. It depends on your course.
1. Language Test
This section checks your language skills.
Topics Covered:
- Reading Comprehension
- Grammar
- Vocabulary
👉 You can choose languages like:
- English
- Hindi
- Regional languages
2. Domain Subjects
This is the most important section.
👉 It is based on your Class 12 subjects.
| Stream | Subjects |
|---|---|
| Commerce | Accountancy, Business Studies, Economics |
| Science | Physics, Chemistry, Maths / Biology |
| Arts | History, Political Science, Geography |
Always check university requirements before selecting subjects.
3. General Test (Optional)
This section tests your overall thinking ability.
Topics Covered:
- Logical Reasoning
- Basic Maths
- General Knowledge
- Current Affairs
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Questions | 60 (attempt 50) |
| Type | Aptitude-based |
📌Important: Only choose this if your course requires it.
Popular Courses Through CUET
Commerce Courses
| Course | University |
|---|---|
| B.Com (Hons) | University of Delhi |
| BBA | Shri Ram College of Commerce |
| BA Economics | St. Stephen’s College |
Science Courses
| Course | University |
|---|---|
| B.Sc Physics | Banaras Hindu University |
| B.Sc Chemistry | University of Delhi |
| B.Sc Mathematics | Aligarh Muslim University |
Arts / Humanities Courses
| Course | University |
|---|---|
| BA English | University of Delhi |
| BA History | Banaras Hindu University |
| BA Geography | Banaras Hindu University |
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