The Common Universities Entrance Test (CUET) is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). It is introduced for admission in all undergraduate programs that are provided by the Central Universities under the Ministry of Education (MoE) for the academic session 2024-25.

CUET aims to create a level playing field for candidates from all over the country, including those from rural and remote areas, by providing equal opportunities. This single exam will allow candidates to apply to multiple Central Universities, establishing better connections between the both.

NTA the conducting body will be responsible for registering candidates, conducting the test, hosting answer keys, inviting challenges, finalizing answer keys, preparing and announcing results, and hosting scorecards.

After the CUET (UG) – 2024 exam, the scorecard of all the applicants will be released by the NTA. The participating universities will then create a merit list based on this scorecard to conduct individual counseling sessions to admit the students to the UG program courses offered by them. 

To increase your chances of getting into your dream college or university, prepare thoroughly for the upcoming CUET, and go through its Previous Year’s Question Paper.

NTA CUET (UG) – 2024 : IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Registration:  Application will be accepted online mode only

Date of Exam: May 15th to May 31st, 2024.

Mode of the Test:  Hybrid Mode (Computer-Based Test/Pen & Paper) 

Test Pattern:  Objective type with Multiple Choice Questions 

Medium: 13 languages (Assamese, Bengali, English, Gujarati, Hindi, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Punjabi, Odia, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu) 

Syllabus For CUET Entrance Exam

Language Subjects: Language to be tested through Reading Comprehension (based on different types of passages–Factual, Literary, and Narrative), Literary Aptitude, and Vocabulary

Domain Subjects: As per the Class 12 syllabus only.

General Test: General Knowledge, Current Affairs, General Mental Ability, Numerical Ability, Quantitative Reasoning (Simple application of basic mathematical concepts arithmetic/algebra geometry/mensuration/statistics), Logical and Analytical Reasoning 

Note:

i. 40 out of 50 questions are to be attempted in all subjects including languages. The duration of the test will be 45 minutes except for Mathematics/Applied Mathematics, Accountancy, Physics, Chemistry, Economics, Computer Science/Informatics Practices, and General Tests which would be 60 minutes.

ii. The option of language for Question Paper should be exercised while filling up the Application Form online and it cannot be changed at a later stage. 

iii. Candidates should select at least one language and the General Test.

iv. Candidates who will be appearing in CUET (UG) – 2024 may participate in the Counselling/admission process of any University / Institution / Organization even though they have not applied for that University / Institution / Organization in the Online Application Form of CUET (UG) – 2024. However, the candidates must fulfill the eligibility criteria of the Course of the University / Institution / Organization to which they are seeking admission.

Scheme of Examination

Total subjects: 61 (33 languages, 27 domain-specific, and 01 General Test)

Choice of Test Paper: Maximum 06 Test papers (04 or 05 domain subjects including General Test and 01 or 02 languages).

List of Domain Subjects Offered under CUET(UG)- 2024

There are 33 languages and 27 domain subjects. A candidate may choose any subject/language as desired by the applicable University/Organization.

1. Accountancy/Book Keeping (301)
2. Agriculture (302)
3. Anthropology (303)
4. Biology/Biological Studies/Biotechnology/Biochemistry (304)
5. Business Studies (305)
6. Chemistry (306)
7. Environmental Studies (307)
8. Computer Science/Informatics Practices (308 )
9. Economics/Business Economics (309)
10. Engineering Graphics (310)
11. Entrepreneurship (311 )
12. Fine Arts/Visual Arts(Sculpture/Painting)/ Commercial Art (312)
13. Geography/ Geology (313)
14. History (314) 
15. Home Science (315 )
16. Knowledge Tradition-Practices India (316)
17. Legal Studies (317)
18. Mass Media/Mass Communication (318)
19. Mathematics / Applied Mathematics (319)
20. Performing Arts (320)
21. Physical Education/National Cadet Corps(NCC)/ Yoga (321)
22. Physics (322)
23. Political Science (323)
24. Psychology (324)
25. Sanskrit (325 )
26. Sociology (326 )
27. Teaching Aptitude (327 )

Tips to Score Good Marks in the CUET 2024 Exam

Scoring well in the CUET (Central Universities Common Entrance Test) exam requires thorough preparation and a strategic approach. To score good marks in the CUET 2024 exam you must follow the following tips:

• Go through the syllabus of both papers. Break down the entire syllabus into smaller chunks and prepare a study schedule to cover the entire syllabus within the specified time.
• Start with the subject you find a bit difficult and you think it will take more time to complete its syllabus.
• Focus on the basics and the fundamental concepts of each subject. Review your class notes, textbooks, and reference materials to ensure clarity on key concepts.
• Solve previous years’ CUET question papers to understand the exam format, important topics, question patterns, mark allocation, and difficulty level of the exam.
• Analyze your score and work on your weak subject.
• Clear concepts and doubts by asking your teacher or referring to online resources.
• Revise important formulas and notes. Allocate time for regular revision of all the topics covered in the syllabus. Revision helps solidify your understanding of the subject and improves retention of the concepts for a longer period.
• Stay calm and positive during your CUET preparation journey.

Remember practice is the key. So with a positive and calm mindset practice as many questions as you can either by taking the mock test or by solving previous years’ questions.