CUET 2025: The registration date of CUET 2025 has not been released by NTA yet,but the expected date is March 2025. CUET aspirants can fill out the application form on the official website cuetug.ntaonline.in. The correction window will open in April 2025 for candidates. CUET exam will be conducted in multiple days in May 2025. In this article we will cover every area which is important for CUET 2025 . In 2025 NTA will provide 29 Domain Subjects.
What is CUET?
CUET exam is conducted by National Testing Agency (NTA). Common University Entrance Test (CUET) is the national level exam conducted for admission to Central Universities, Private Universities and Deemed Universities. CUET 2025 is a single exam for all the programs in Universities across Country. CUET covers all Undergraduate programs in Commerce, Science, Humanities and even Engineering.
CUET exam is a standardized exam that gives a fair chance to every candidate from different educational backgrounds. In 2025, 500 Universities participated in this exam for their admission to various courses and in 2025 this number is likely to go up to 500+ in 2025 which includes distinguished Universities like Delhi University (DU), Banaras Hindu University (BHU) and Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU)
With a vision of “One Nation, One Entrance Exam”, CUET exam will become mandatory for almost all Undergraduate courses in India in the future. The CUET will be required for all students finishing their +2 to get into any University, regardless of their field of study. In the future this test might become the first step in exams like the NEET and JEE, making it a stepping stone to clearing these prestigious exams.
CUET Highlights
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Exam Name
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CUET UG
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CUET (UG) Full Form
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Common University Entrance Test (Undergraduate)
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CUET Conducting Body
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National Testing Agency (NTA)
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Exam Frequency
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Once a year
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Exam Mode
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Hybrid Mode ( CBT/Pen-Paper)
Note: It will depend on the candidate count after the registration is completed.
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Language of Exam
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13 languages - English, Hindi, Bengali, Assamese, Odia, Punjabi, Marathi, Gujarati, Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Urdu
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Test Pattern
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Objective Type with Multiple Choice Questions
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Number of Candidates
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More than 20 lakh Candidates (2025)
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Total Subjects
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63 (33 Languages, 29 Domain-Specific, and 01 General Test)
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CUET Exam Duration (Tentative)
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To be announced
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CUET Marking Scheme
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- 5 for each correct response
- -1 for each incorrect response
- If multiple options are correct: 5 marks for marking any correct option.
- If all options are correct: 5 marks for all who attempted.
- If no option is correct or the question is wrong: 5 marks for all who attempted.
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Exam Centre Cities
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354 Cities Across India and 26 Cities Outside India
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Official Website
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https://cuetug.ntaonline.in
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CUET 2025 Exam Dates
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Events
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Dates
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CUET 2025 Registration Start Date
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Last week of February 2025
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CUET UG 2025 Registration End Date
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First week of April 2025
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Application Correction Window
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First week of April 2025
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CUET Admit Card Release
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Second week of May 2025
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CUET 2025 (UG) Exam
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May 2025
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CUET 2025 Answer Key Release Date (Tentative)
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Fourth week of June 2025
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CUET 2025 Result Date (Tentative)
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Last week of June 2025
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Counselling Session (Tentative)
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Last week of July 2025
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Announcement of City of CUET UG 2025 exam (Tentative)
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Last week of April 2025
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CUET 2025 Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit: No age limit for candidates.
Qualification: Must have passed or be appearing in Class 12/equivalent examination in 2025
Reservations: Indian nationals of certain categories (OBC-NCL, Gen-EWS, SC, ST) have seats reserved as per Government of India rules, subject to the reservation policy of the respective Central University
Persons with Disability (PwD)
- Provisions include the use of a scribe (if necessary) and compensatory time during exams.
- For one hour exam, an extra 20 minutes will be given to the candidates
- A minimum disability of 40% is required for reservation benefits.
CUET 2025 Exam Pattern
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Description
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Paper-I Language
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For the first section of the CUET exam, the majority of students of CBSE schools will opt for English language. In this section, the questions will be asked from topics such as Reading Comprehension, Vocabulary, Grammar etc.
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Out of the 50 questions, students can attempt any 40 questions
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Paper- II Domain (Subjects in Class 12)
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In this section, there are 29 subjects from the +2 covering only the NCERT syllabus. The students can choose a minimum of two and a maximum of six subjects as per their choice. In this paper, a student has to choose two to six subjects from the list of subjects mentioned in the table below.
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Out of the 50 questions, students can attempt any 40 questions
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Paper- III General Test
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This paper consists of questions from Basic Mathematics, Basic Reasoning and Mental Ability, and Basic General Knowledge. This section is mandatory for a few selective courses, the details of which can be found on the official websites of participating colleges.
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Out of the 60 questions, students can attempt any 50 questions
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- From the above Subjects/Languages, the candidate can choose a maximum of 06 (six) subjects from all three sections.
- 40 out of 50 questions for all test papers and 50 out of 60 for the General Test (An overall choice of 10 questions will be provided for all 63 subjects).
- It is advisable for candidates to select at least one Language and the General Test.
Structure of CUET 2025 Exam
- Total subjects: 63 (33 languages, 29 domain-specific, and 01 General Test)
- Medium of the Test: 13 languages (Assamese, Bengali, Hindi, English, Gujarati, Kannada, Marathi, Punjabi, Odia, Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu)
- Total Questions: 40 out of 50 questions for all test papers and 50 out of 60 for the General Test (choice of 10 questions). Duration for all test papers would be 45 minutes except for Mathematics/Applied Mathematics, Chemistry, Accountancy, Physics, Economics, Computer Science/Informatics Practices, and General Tests which would be 60 minutes.
CUET 2025 Syllabus
Section I (IA & IB)
The language section of the CUET exam evaluates candidates on their reading comprehension skills based on different types of passages, including factual, literary and narrative ones, Verbal Ability, Rearranging the Parts, Choosing the Correct Word, Synonyms, Antonyms and Vocabulary. This Language section is divided into two sub-sections 1A and 1B, consisting of 13 and 20 languages respectively. Please refer to the list below to know which languages are offered in the CUET exam.
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Section 1A Languages (Compulsory)
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Section 1B Languages
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Malayalam, Marathi, Urdu, Gujarati, Odia, Assamese, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Punjabi, Bengali, English, Hindi and Tamil
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Santhali, Tibetan, Japanese, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Dogri, Maithili, Manipuri, Nepali, Persian, Arabic, Sindhi, Kashmiri, Konkani, Bodo, Russian and Chinese
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Section II (Domain-Specific Subject)
In the Domain Specific Subject section, a total of 29 subjects are offered by NTA for CUET. Two new subjects were added to the CUET which are Fashion Studies and Tourism. The syllabus for Domain Subjects is based on the syllabus of class 12th. Below is the list of subjects offered:
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Teaching Aptitude
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Fashion Studies
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Tourism
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Section III (General Test)
- General Knowledge
- General Mental Ability
- Numerical Ability
- Current Affairs,
- Quantitative Reasoning (Simple application of basic Mathematical concepts Arithmetic/Algebra, Geometry/Mensuration/Stat)
- Logical and Analytical Reasoning.
CUET 2025 Study Material
Candidates can take their CUET 2025 preparation to the next level with Hitbullseye. CUET 2025 study material is tailored for success and includes comprehensive coverage of the
CUET Syllabus. You can track your progress, enjoy interactive learning and study at your own pace. In addition, we offer exclusive material for General Tests and English Comprehension, as well as links to recommended books that can help you on your journey to success.
CUET 2025 Application Process
Step 1: Registration
Register for the online application and note the system-generated Application Number.
Provide Personal Details: Supply necessary details and select a password, along with a security question and answer.
This application number is crucial for completing the application and for future correspondence.
Step 2: Completing the Application Form
Use the system-generated application number and your password for log In
Fill out Details which include personal information, educational qualifications, University/program selection and examination cities
- Upload Documents
- Photograph: Colour or black and white, 80% face visible, against a white background. Size: 10 kb to 200 kb.
- Signature: In JPG/JPEG format, size between 4 kb to 30 kb.
- PwD Certificate (if applicable).
Step 3: Fee Payment
Pay the exam fee online via Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card or UPI. Processing charges and GST will apply.
Confirmation Page: Generated post-successful fee payment. If not generated, contact the concerned Bank/Payment Gateway.
Single Application: Submit only one application per candidate (except for twins).
Documentation: No need to send any documents to NTA post-application.
Application Confirmation: The application is considered successful only after fee payment confirmation.
Right Information: Ensure all details entered are correct. Changes are not permitted after submission. Provide a valid and personal email address and mobile number for receiving updates from NTA.
Note: Incomplete applications (without successful fee payment) will be rejected.
CUET 2025 Admit Card
The admit card for CUET 2025 will be released from the 2nd week of May 2025 onwards at exams.nta.ac.in/CUET-UG/.
- Registered candidates will be able to download the admit card when it is released.
- Candidates are required to download the admit card from the website of CUET cuetug.ntaonline.in.
- To download the admit card, candidates will need to enter their application number and password or date of birth.
- It is important to note that candidates must appear at the examination center on the date and time allotted to them. They will not be permitted to appear at any other time.
- Before the release of the admit card for CUET 2025 NTA will release the exam city intimation slip.
CUET 2025 Answer Key
The National Testing Agency (NTA) will publish the answer key for CUET 2025 on the official website- ceutug.ntaonline.in. The tentative release date is the last week of June 2025 .
- Candidates can use the CUET UG answer key and response sheet to estimate their probable CUET 2025 score before the results are declared. Candidates can challenge CUET 2025 answer key if required on or before the specified date.
- The final answer key will determine the CUET 2025 result.
- CUET 2025 exam is scheduled to be held in multiple phases in MAY 2025.
- Candidates must provide proof for the challenged question. On the basis of challenges received by the NTA, they will publish the final CUET 2025 answer key one day before the results are declared.
CUET 2025 Cutoff
CUET 2025 Cut Off is expected to be released in the last week of July 2025 . After the release the institutions will publish their Cut Off on their official website. Only candidates who meet the minimum CUET Cut Off criteria will be eligible for admission into various UG courses. The CUET Cut Off is determined based on various factors, such as the number of applicants, the number of seats and CUET UG 2025 scores. CUET scores are accepted by 45 Central and other Universities.
CUET 2025 Result
The result for CUET 2025 is expected to be announced in June 2025 via cuetug.ntaonline.in. Candidates who have appeared for the CUET 2025 exam will be able to access the result by logging in with their credentials. To download the CUET NTA scorecard 2025 applicants need to enter their login details, including their application number and date of birth or password. The CUET 2025 cut-off will be released by participating colleges and Universities soon after the announcement of results.
CUET 2025 Counselling
The Counselling process is to be conducted by the respective Universities. The Universities will be preparing their respective Merit Lists for the offered programmes and may follow the same practice as in earlier years to fill the seats that fall vacant due to dropouts. Candidates who wish to get admission to CUET counselling must first register and then participate in the online counselling process. Typically, there are three rounds of counselling, although the number of rounds may vary depending on the number of available seats. To accept an admission offer, candidates need to come to the institution once the seat allocation result is announced and have to verify their documents.
CUET 2025 Mock Test
CUET mock tests help candidates evaluate their performance by providing a clear image of their weaknesses and strengths. NTA also provides sample papers for practice. The CUET exam is conducted by NTA every year and candidates can take the mock test on the official website.
CUET mock tests play a vital role in CUET'25 preparation. They help students understand the pattern and requirements of the examination enabling them to enhance their performance. Candidates who want to take the CUET exam in 2025 should take as many mock tests as possible to evaluate their preparation and improve their outcomes
CUET 2025 Previous Year Question Paper
Its recommended that aspirants solve the previous years question papers. Solving previous years papers helps aspirants assess their preparation level and understand the CUET exam pattern. It will also give them an idea of the type of questions that can be expected in the CUET 2025. Furthermore solving these previous years papers can help aspirants manage their time better during the CUET exam. The CUET 2025 aspirants can download the previous years question papers along with the answer key from official website to get a clear understanding of the exam pattern.
CUET 2025 Preparation Tips
- Analyze your weak areas and work on them to boost your overall performance
- Try to cover each section because each sections hold its own significance in the exam
- Work on solving more and more questions because solving questions helps in improving the Speed and Accuracy
- Learn to manage your time effectively so that in the time of CUET exam you can maintain a positive attitude toward your CUET preparation
- Keep yourself updated about any changes in the CUET Exam pattern and syllabus.
- For better performance seek guidance from your teachers and CUET Online Coaching
FAQs Regarding CUET Exam
How will I prepare for both CUET (UG) – 2025 and the Board Examinations?
The syllabus for the subject/domain tests of CUET (UG) – 2025 will be based on Class 12 so that there is no pressure on the candidates to prepare for both exams
What does the National Education Policy Say?
The National Education Policy has clearly explained that the entrance to Higher Education should be through Common Entrance Test at the national level so that there is a uniform standard of benchmarking of candidates.
How does CUET (UG) – 2025 provide more flexibility and options for me to choose from?
In CUET (UG) - 2025 , a candidate may take a maximum of 06 subjects from 63 Subjects/Languages.
What is the role of NTA in CUET (UG) - 2025 ?
NTA has been entrusted with the responsibility of conducting the CUET (UG) – 2025 .
How is CUET different from Class XII boards?
This table summarizes the differences between the CBSE Board exams and CUET in terms of question types, focus areas, and strategies for success.
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CBSE Board Exams
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CUET
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Question Type
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Mix of subjective & objective questions
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Only multiple-choice questions (MCQs)
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General Test
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Not applicable
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Numerical Ability, Logical Reasoning, General Knowledge, and Current Affairs
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Marking scheme
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Variable marking scheme
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Uniform marking scheme: +5 for every correct answer & -1 for every incorrect answer
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Skills Tested
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Theoretical understanding and application skills
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Conceptual clarity and application of Concepts
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English Test
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Literature, Grammar, Writing.
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Grammar, Reading Comprehension, Vocabulary, Synonyms & Antonyms, Jumbled words, etc
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What is the basic eligibility to take the CUET Exam?
To appear for the CUET exam, a student must secure a minimum of 50% marks in the +2 examination for the General category and 45% marks for the SC/ST/OBC-NCL category.
Can students from Boards other than CBSE also give CUET?
Any student who has appeared in the Class XII Board Exam from CBSE/ICSE/any State Board is eligible to take the CUET exam.
How is CUET (UG) 2025 going to be helpful to a student?
- Reduces stress of scoring over 95% in Class 12 Boards for University admission.
- Standardizes marks across different Boards by having a common exam.
- Offers objective evaluation with Multiple Choice Questions, eliminating subjectivity.
- Conducted in Hybrid Mode (Computer-Based Test/Pen & Paper), making it more accessible.
Can a student who wishes to pursue engineering take the CUET exam?
Yes, if a student wants to study engineering, they can take the CUET exam. Many colleges that offer engineering courses accept CUET scores. For example, Banaras Hindu University offers B.Tech. in some streams through CUET. Private universities like Bennett University and Galgotia University accept CUET scores for admission to engineering programs
How will the counselling process take place after the CUET exam?
After the CUET exam, students will apply to their chosen universities. Each University has its own process of admitting students. They will ask students to list their preferred courses. Then, the universities will give out seats based on what the students chose as their top preference based on the cutoff for the course. There will be multiple counselling rounds before the final admissions. During this process, students can decide whether to accept the seat (freeze it) or forget it.
How will The Common University Entrance Test CUET (UG) – 2025 address the diversity of students across the country?
CUET (UG) 2025 will offer a common platform and equal chances for all students across India, including those from rural and urban areas, and from the CBSE, ICSE, and NIOS boards
Is there any age limit to take the CUET Exam?
There is no minimum age requirement to take the CUET exam.
Can students choose subjects in CUET that they have not studied in Grade 12th? Is the same situation applicable to Delhi University?
Yes, students can select any subject from the list of domain subjects. For example, even if a student who did not study Economics in the 12th grade, can still appear in the CUET Economics Test and pursue his desired course. However,it is not applicable in the case of Delhi University. For admission to all undergraduate programs at the University of Delhi, candidates must compulsorily appear in those papers in CUET (UG) - 2025 in which s/he have passed Class XII board exams.
What is the counselling process for admission into the University of Delhi through the CUET exam?
After the CUET exam, students who want to get into Delhi University go through a process called the Common Seat Allocation System (CSAS). In this process students are allocated seats in the colleges affiliated with Delhi University based on the cutoffs decided by the colleges. The seat allocation is dependent upon the selected course combination and seat availability.
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