Detailed Breakdown of CUET 2025 Exam Sections – Read Syllabus, Marking Scheme, and Older News Updates

The NTA has divided the syllabus for CUET 2025 exam into different sections. From now on, the CUET-Common Institute Entrance Test will be held with the help of United Nations Educational suggested method. The Included languages: English, French, Spanish, Russian, German, Chinese, Japanese, Hindi and many more. For now, students preparing for Under Graduate admissions in the central and affiliate universities have adapt according to the new pattern.
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CUET 2025 – Cut Off Marks In Focus
The following tabular structure is set for the CUET 2025 syllabus:
| Section | Name | Number of Questions | Time Allotted |
|---|---|---|---|
| Section IA | Languages (IA 13 choices) | 40 out of 50 | 45 minutes |
| Section IB | Additional Languages (IB 20 choices) | 40 out of 50 | 45 minutes |
| Section II | Domain-Specific Subjects | 40 out of 50 | 45 minutes |
| Section III | General Test | 50 out of 60 | 60 minutes |
Candidates can choose a maximum of six domain subjects and one language alongside the General Test OR three languages and three domain subjects.
CUET 2025 Sections Breakdown
- Section IA & IB: Contains languages such as Hindi, English, Bengali, Tamil, Malayalam, French,Arabic, German, etc.
- Section II: Includes Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, Economics, Business Studies, Accountancy, Political Science, etc.
- Section III (General Test): Comprises General Knowledge,current affairs, reasoning, numerical, and quantitative skills.
CUET 2025 Marking Breakdown
- Correct Answer: +5 marks
- Incorrect Answer: -1 mark (Applicable Negative marking)
- Unattempted: 0 marks
CUET 2025 Mode and Medium
- Mode: Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Medium: English and other regional languages according to the subject/language opted for
CUET 2025 Preparation Strategy
- Know the allowed section combinations by the target university
- Do domain practices according to NCERT Class 12 syllabus
- Avoid negative marking through inaccuracy
- Regular mock tests to increase test-taking speed and confidence
CUET 2025 Schedule
- Starting from May-June 2025 is when CUET UG 2025 is expected to take place
- Anticipated start to Application form is February/March 2025
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