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CUET UG & PG

Choose your stream, see the subjects and pattern, and follow a plan built around NCERT and official papers.

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UGUndergraduateClass 12 syllabus based
PGPostgraduateSubject-wise papers
+5 / โˆ’1CUET UG markingPer question
+4 / โˆ’1CUET PG marking75 questions, 90 minutes

Choose your level

Pick undergraduate or postgraduate.

For admission to undergraduate programmes in central and participating universities.

Conducted by

National Testing Agency (NTA)

Mode

Computer-based test

Choice of tests

A language, domain subjects of your choice, and the General Aptitude Test (up to five tests in all)

Each test

50 questions, 60 minutes

Marking

+5 for correct, โˆ’1 for incorrect, 0 for unattempted

Syllabus base

NCERT Class 11 and 12, with focus on concepts and application

Streams

๐Ÿ”ฌScience9 subject groups
PhysicsMechanics, electricity, optics and modern physics
ChemistryPhysical, organic and inorganic from Class 11 and 12
BiologyGenetics, physiology, ecology, biotechnology
MathematicsAlgebra, calculus, vectors, probability
Applied MathematicsNumerical applications, statistics, financial maths
Computer ScienceProgramming, data structures, databases
Informatics PracticesData handling, SQL, basic programming
Biotechnology and BiochemistryMolecular and cell biology fundamentals
Environmental ScienceEcosystems, resources, sustainability
๐Ÿ“ŠCommerce3 subject groups
AccountancyPartnership, company accounts, financial statements
Business StudiesManagement principles, marketing, financial markets
Economics / Business EconomicsMicro, macro and Indian economy
๐Ÿ“œHumanities6 subject groups
HistoryAncient to modern India and world history themes
Political ScienceConstitution, politics in India, world politics
GeographyPhysical, human and India geography
PsychologyLearning, personality, social behaviour
SociologySociety, structure, social change
Home Science, Fine Arts, Performing Arts, Physical Education and othersSubject syllabi are given in the official bulletin
๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธLanguages and General Test2 subject groups
LanguagesReading comprehension, grammar and vocabulary in the language you choose
General Aptitude TestGeneral knowledge, current affairs, numerical ability, reasoning and logic

For admission to postgraduate programmes in central and participating universities.

Conducted by

National Testing Agency (NTA)

Mode

Computer-based test

Paper

75 multiple-choice questions, 300 marks, 90 minutes

Marking

+4 for correct, โˆ’1 for incorrect, 0 for unattempted

Paper codes

Many subject papers; pick the ones your university lists

Syllabus base

Undergraduate-level subject knowledge, as in the official syllabus

Streams

๐Ÿ”ฌSciences4 subject groups
Mathematics, Physics, ChemistryCore undergraduate topics plus problem solving
Life sciences, Zoology, BotanyCell biology, genetics, physiology, ecology
Statistics, Computer ScienceCore concepts and applications
Geology, Environmental ScienceEarth systems and environmental concepts
๐Ÿ“œHumanities and Social Sciences3 subject groups
History, Political Science, SociologyCore subject themes and concepts
Economics, Geography, PsychologyTheory, application and data interpretation
Education, Public AdministrationFundamentals, policy and administration
๐Ÿ’ผCommerce and Management2 subject groups
CommerceAccounting, business law, finance, marketing
Management and allied papersAptitude, reasoning and management basics
๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธLanguages and others2 subject groups
English, Hindi and other languagesLiterature, comprehension and grammar
Physical Education, Agriculture, Mass Communication and moreSubject papers as listed in the official information bulletin

Always confirm dates, eligibility and pattern in the latest official notification.

Your roadmap

1Pick your tests

Check which tests your target universities accept and choose your subjects.

2Master NCERT

UG: read Class 11 and 12 NCERT line by line. PG: revise undergraduate fundamentals.

3Practise by topic

Solve topic-wise questions from official sample papers and previous papers.

4Take full mocks

Attempt timed mocks on the computer-based format.

5Revise and review

Short notes, an error log and daily revision of weak areas.

Preparation tips

๐Ÿ“—NCERT is the core

For UG domain tests, accuracy on NCERT concepts decides your score.

๐ŸŽฒMind the negative marking

Skip questions you cannot narrow down. Wrong answers cost marks.

๐Ÿ“ฐBuild the General Test habit

Read daily news and practise reasoning and numerical ability for 20 minutes a day.

โฑ๏ธPractise on the screen

Use computer-based mocks so the interface does not slow you down.

๐ŸŽฏChoose subjects wisely

Pick tests that match your course and your strengths, not just what is popular.

๐Ÿ“šUse official papers

Sample and previous papers show the true level and style.

Practice and mock tests

๐Ÿ“šPrevious papers

Solve official papers topic by topic from the sites below.

โฑ๏ธTimed mocks

Take full-length mocks and analyse every attempt.

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Official resources

Go straight to the official source.

๐ŸŽ“CUET UG (NTA)Information bulletin, domain syllabus, sample papers and notices.Open official site โ†—๐ŸŽ“CUET PG (NTA)Paper codes, syllabus, sample papers and notices for postgraduate entry.Open official site โ†—๐Ÿ“—NCERT textbooksOfficial textbooks, the base for school-level and CUET preparation.Open official site โ†—๐Ÿ›๏ธNational Testing AgencyOfficial notices, information bulletins and the Abhyas practice platform.Open official site โ†—
๐Ÿ“„Pi Craft CUET UG & PG guide (PDF)At-a-glance pattern, syllabus map, roadmap and official links, in one branded handout.Download โ†“

Questions answered

Can I give CUET for more than one stream?

You choose your tests as per the bulletin. Pick subjects that match the courses you apply for.

Is there negative marking?

Yes. CUET UG is +5 / โˆ’1 and CUET PG is +4 / โˆ’1 in recent cycles.

Where do I get sample papers?

From the official CUET UG and CUET PG sites listed in the resources section.

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