CUET UG 2025 Exam Pattern & Syllabus Overview
The Common University Entrance Test (CUET UG) 2025, conducted by NTA (National Testing Agency), is the gateway to undergraduate admissions in central universities, state universities, and participating PSUs/government institutions across India.
The exam is divided into Language, Domain-Specific Subjects, and General Test. The National Testing Agency (NTA), Common University Entrance Test conducting body, released the CUET syllabus for 23 domain subjects, 13 languages and General Aptitude Test.
✅ CUET UG 2025 Selection Process
The CUET UG 2025 exam will be conducted in three sections: Languages (Section IA & IB), Domain-Specific Subjects (Section II), and the General Test (Section III). The exam will be administered in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode with multiple-choice questions.
- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Merit List based on CUET Score
- Counselling by respective universities/PSUs
⚠️ There is no interview or second stage; admissions are based on CUET UG scores + university eligibility.
📘 CUET UG 2025 Exam Pattern
- Section IA (Languages): 13 languages are offered, and candidates need to choose one (English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Kannada, Gujarati, Bengali, Urdu, Malayalam, Odia, Assamese, Punjabi).
- Section IB (Additional Languages): 20 other languages are available as options for those who want to choose a language not in Section IA.
- Section II (Domain-Specific Subjects): 23 domain-specific subjects are offered, and candidates can choose up to 6 subjects.
- Section III (General Test): This section assesses general knowledge, current affairs, numerical ability, quantitative reasoning, and logical and analytical reasoning.
🔹 CUET UG 2025 Structure (By NTA)
| Section | Subjects | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Section IA | 13 Languages (e.g., Hindi, English, etc.) | 40 out of 50 / | 200 / | 60 minutes / |
| Section IB | 20 Additional Languages (e.g., Urdu, French) | 40 out of 50 | 200 | 60 minutes |
| Section II | 23 Domain Subjects (e.g., Physics, Economics) | 40 out of 50 | 200 | 60 minutes |
| Section III | General Test (For Some Courses/PSUs) | 50 out of 60 | 300 | 60 minutes |
| Total | Up to 10 subjects per candidate | – | – | 3 hrs |
🟡 Marking Scheme: +5 for correct, –1 for incorrect answers.
🔹 Medium: 13 Languages including Hindi and English
🔹 Mode: Online (CBT)
🔹 Question Type: MCQs
📚 CUET UG 2025 Subject-wise Detailed Syllabus
Languages: The language section focuses on reading comprehension, vocabulary, and literary aptitude.
Domain-Specific Subjects: The syllabus for each domain-specific subject is based on the NCERT Class 12 syllabus.
General Test: The General Test syllabus includes general knowledge, current affairs, mental ability, numerical ability, quantitative reasoning (basic math skills), and logical and analytical reasoning.
🔸 Section IA & IB – Language Syllabus
- Reading Comprehension (Factual, Narrative, Literary)
- Vocabulary
- Grammar Usage
- Synonyms, Antonyms
- Sentence Rearrangement
🔸 Section II – Domain Subjects
(Candidates can choose up to 6 domain subjects)
Some Examples:
- Physics: Laws of Motion, Gravitation, Current Electricity, Magnetism, Optics
- Chemistry: Structure of Atom, Hydrocarbons, Thermodynamics, Equilibrium
- Mathematics: Algebra, Calculus, Probability, Trigonometry, Vectors
- Biology: Cell Biology, Genetics, Plant Physiology, Human Health
- Economics: Indian Economy, Microeconomics, Development, National Income
- Business Studies: Nature of Business, Finance, Marketing, Management Principles
- History/Pol Science/Geography: Class 12th NCERT based topics
🔸 Section III – General Test
- General Knowledge & Current Affairs
- Logical Reasoning
- Numerical Ability
- Quantitative Aptitude
- Basic Mathematics
- General Mental Ability
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| 🌐 Visit NTA Official Website | Click Here |
CUET UG 2025 is now the standard route for UG admissions in India’s top central and public universities. With a flexible subject selection system and a centralized application process, CUET ensures fair and merit-based admissions. Candidates must review the domain-wise syllabus, language sections, and general test areas thoroughly.
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