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CUET Exam Pattern 2026

CUET paper structure, sections, mode, duration and marking. Verified against National Testing Agency (NTA) sources on 23 September 2026.

Last checked 23 September 2026CUET information bulletin

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Paper structure and marking

At +5 / −1, one correct answer offsets five wrong ones — so an educated attempt after eliminating two options is usually worth making, while a pure guess still is not.

Section	Question type	Marks	Notes
Language (English)	Objective MCQs	+5 / −1	Comprehension, vocabulary and grammar
Domain Subject	Objective MCQs	+5 / −1	Based on the NCERT Class 12 syllabus
General Test	Objective MCQs	+5 / −1	GK, current affairs, reasoning and numerical ability

Mode: Computer-based test (CBT)
Practice duration: MockPrep test: 25 questions, exam-paced timer
Marking: +5 for a correct answer, −1 for an incorrect answer, 0 if left unattempted

Source and interpretation note

Subject combinations, mode and participating institutions can change. Verify both NTA and university rules.

Official authority: National Testing Agency (NTA). Last verified: 23 September 2026.

Turn the guide into practice

Use a timed CUET test, then review the section and topic breakdown.