The CUET (UG) syllabus is released by NTA and covers three parts: Languages, Domain-Specific Subjects, and General Test. The official, subject-wise PDFs and the live syllabus list are hosted on the NTA CUET websites.
CUET Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme (UG)
| Section | What it Tests | Question Type | Marking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Section I (IA/IB) – Languages | Reading comprehension, vocabulary, grammar, usage | MCQ | +5 for correct, –1 for incorrect, 0 for unattempted (scores normalized across shifts) |
| Section II – Domain Subjects | Class 12 NCERT-based subject knowledge | MCQ | +5/–1 (normalization applies) |
| Section III – General Test | GK & Current Affairs, Reasoning, Numerical Ability, Quantitative basics | MCQ | +5/–1 (normalization applies) |
Note: Choose subjects as per program eligibility. Always verify the latest scheme and options on the official CUET (UG) portal.
Section-Wise Syllabus
Section I (Languages – IA & IB)
NTA specifies topics for each language (e.g., English 101) such as Reading Comprehension (factual, narrative, literary passages), Verbal Ability, Rearrangement, and Vocabulary/Usage. Download the official Language syllabus PDF below.
Typical areas tested (illustrative):
- Reading comprehension (300–350 words)
- Vocabulary & word usage
- Grammar & sentence structure
- Para jumbles / rearrangement
Official PDFs: See “Download Official Syllabus PDFs” below.
Section II (Domain-Specific Subjects)
NTA provides subject-wise syllabi for all domain subjects (Accountancy, Economics, Physics, Chemistry, History, etc.) mapped broadly to Class 12 NCERT. Use the official syllabus page to download the exact PDF for each subject before preparing.
Prep tip: Prioritize NCERT Class 11–12 fundamentals and past patterns relevant to your chosen domains.
Section III (General Test)
As per NTA, the General Test (501) includes:
- General Knowledge & Current Affairs
- General Mental Ability & Numerical Ability
- Reasoning (basic quantitative arithmetic/algebra/geometry/mensuration/statistics)
- Logical & Analytical Reasoning
Download Official Syllabus PDFs (UG)
- Live Syllabus Index (All Subjects): CUET (UG) official syllabus page (browse subject list & download)
- CUET (UG) Portal – Syllabus Hub: Subject-wise syllabus links and notices
- Language Syllabus (IA & IB) PDF (incl. English 101): Reading comprehension, verbal ability, etc.
- General Test (501) PDF: GK, Current Affairs, Reasoning, Numerical Ability, QA basics
Always cross-check the current cycle on the official NTA portals before downloading.
How to Use the Syllabus Effectively
- Pick Eligible Subjects: Choose languages/domain subjects required by your target universities.
- Map Topics to NCERT: Build a week-wise plan covering high-weight NCERT chapters first.
- Prioritize by Demand + Difficulty: Start with frequently tested areas; schedule weekly mock reviews.
- Practice under Time: Use normalized-score reality—attempt accuracy > speed, then scale.
- Revise with Official PDFs: Stick to official topic lists to avoid scope creep.
