Higher Education

CUET

Common University Entrance Test

A national entrance testing framework used by participating universities for undergraduate and postgraduate admissions through the applicable CUET cycle.

Official Information Information reviewed for 2026

Conducting Body

National Testing Agency (NTA)

Level

National

Mode

Computer Based Test

Duration

Subject/test-specific

Overview

Understanding CUET

University admissions through participating institutions under the relevant CUET UG or CUET PG framework.

Language(s)Domain subjectsGeneral Aptitude Test where applicable

Who Can Apply

Eligibility

Eligibility depends on the university, programme and CUET cycle.

Candidates should check the programme-specific subject combination required by each target university.

Meeting CUET eligibility does not automatically guarantee eligibility for every university programme.

What You Study

Subjects

Language(s)

Prepare the prescribed subject syllabus with concept clarity, application-based practice and examination-oriented questions.

Domain subjects

Prepare the prescribed subject syllabus with concept clarity, application-based practice and examination-oriented questions.

General Aptitude Test where applicable

Prepare the prescribed subject syllabus with concept clarity, application-based practice and examination-oriented questions.

Structure

Exam Pattern

Structure
Subject/test-specific
Mode
Computer Based Test
Subjects
Languages, domain subjects and/or General Aptitude as applicable
Duration
Varies by test paper / current notification

Scoring

Marking Scheme

Scheme

Varies by the current CUET cycle and test paper

Negative marking

Check the current NTA information bulletin

What to Prepare

Important Topics

Language

  • Reading Comprehension
  • Vocabulary
  • Grammar
  • Language Usage

These are preparation categories, not a substitute for the latest official syllabus.

Domain Subjects

  • Follow the official syllabus for each selected subject

These are preparation categories, not a substitute for the latest official syllabus.

General Aptitude

  • Quantitative Ability
  • Logical Reasoning
  • General Awareness as prescribed

These are preparation categories, not a substitute for the latest official syllabus.

Student Guide

How to Prepare

01

Start with university requirements

Build your subject list from the programmes and universities you actually plan to apply to.

02

Follow the prescribed syllabus

Use the official subject syllabus rather than preparing from a generic entrance-exam list.

03

Practise section-wise

Alternate subject revision with timed language and aptitude practice where required.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What does CUET stand for?+

Common University Entrance Test.

Is CUET the same for every university?+

The test is common in framework, but admission requirements and accepted subject combinations can differ by university and programme.

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