CUET-2026

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Common University Entrance Test (CUET)

The Common University Entrance Test (CUET) is a pivotal step introduced for admission into all undergraduate programs across all Central Universities under the Ministry of Education (MoE). This standardized test aims to streamline the admissions process by providing a common platform that offers equal opportunities to candidates nationwide.

Key Features of CUET:

- Unified Admission Process: CUET replaces the multiple entrance exams previously conducted by individual universities, simplifying the admission process for students.

- Equal Opportunities: The test is designed to ensure that students from rural and remote areas have the same opportunities as those from urban centres.

- Wide Outreach: A single examination now enables candidates to apply to multiple Central Universities, thereby broadening their chances of securing admission in their preferred institution.

- Better Connectivity: By centralizing the entrance test, CUET helps in establishing stronger connections between candidates and universities.

UnderStanding CUET-2026

S.no	Parameters	UG-Net
1	Total Subjects	57 (33 languages, 23 domain-specific, and 01 General Aptitude Test)
2	Choice of Test Paper	Maximum 05 Subjects in total: 01 Language + up to 03 Domain Subjects + 01 General Aptitude Test. Candidates may choose subjects based on their preferred university course requirements.
3	Medium of the Test	13 languages (Assamese, Bengali, English, Gujarati, Hindi, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Punjabi, Odia, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu)
4	Mode of the Examination	Computer Based Test (CBT) only
5	Total Questions	Section I (Languages) – 50 Questions (all to be attempted) Section II (Domain Subjects) – 50 Questions (all to be attempted) Section III (General Aptitude Test) – 60 Questions (50 to be attempted) Note: Choice buffer removed from 2025 onwards. All questions are compulsory.
6	Difficulty Level	Based on Class 12th NCERT Syllabus
7	Marking Scheme	+5 for every correct answer -1 for every incorrect answer
8	Total Marks	800 Marks
9	Examination Timings	Shift I – 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM Shift II – 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM (Timings may vary by date. Check official admit card for exact slot.)

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