Contact Details<\/strong><\/td>\n| 011-69227700, 011-40759000<\/p>\n Email:\u00a0cuet-ug@nta.ac.in<\/u><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/span>CUET UG 2026 Exam Pattern (Revised)<\/span><\/h2>\nThe National Testing Agency (NTA) will update the CUET 2026 exam pattern<\/strong> in its official notification and information brochure. The CUET UG 2026 will be conducted in a computer-based test (CBT) format.<\/p>\nThe exam is divided into four sections:<\/p>\n \n- Section 1A<\/strong>: This compulsory section includes 13 languages. Candidates can select any language of their choice.<\/li>\n
- Section 1B<\/strong>: This is optional and allows candidates to choose an additional language, such as French, Arabic, or German.<\/li>\n
- General Test<\/strong>: Tests general aptitude and reasoning skills.<\/li>\n
- Domain-Specific Subjects<\/strong>: Includes questions based on the candidate\u2019s chosen field of study.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
Each question in the exam is worth five marks. However, negative marking applies, with one mark (-1) deducted for every incorrect answer.<\/p>\n To ensure a smooth experience, candidates are advised to complete their CUET 2026 registration<\/strong> early and stay updated about the CUET exam date 2026<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/span>CUET 2026 Exam Structure<\/span><\/h2>\nThe table below brings the broad\u00a0structure of CUET 2026 <\/strong>in terms of the number of questions in each section along with the duration.<\/p>\n\n\n\nCUET Exam Pattern 2026<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\nSection<\/strong><\/td>\nNumber of Questions<\/strong><\/td>\nDuration of exam<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n| Section IA (Language)<\/td>\n | 50 Questions<\/td>\n | 60 minutes<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n| Section IB<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \n| Section II (Domain Subject)<\/td>\n | 50 Questions<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | \n| Section III (General Test)<\/td>\n | 50 Questions<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/span>CUET 2026 Marking Scheme<\/span><\/h3>\nThe marking system for the CUET UG 2026<\/strong>\u00a0varies based on the subjects selected and the exam slot assigned to the candidate. According to NTA, here\u2019s how the CUET 2026 marking scheme<\/strong> works:<\/p>\n\n- Correct Answer:<\/strong> You will earn 5 marks (+5)<\/strong> for every correct or most appropriate answer.<\/li>\n
- Incorrect Answer:<\/strong> 1 mark (-1)<\/strong> will be deducted for each incorrect response.<\/li>\n
- Unanswered\/Marked for Review:<\/strong> No marks will be given (0 marks<\/strong>).<\/li>\n
- Multiple Correct Options:<\/strong> If a question has more than one correct option, candidates who mark any correct option will receive 5 marks (+5)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
- All Options Correct:<\/strong> If all options are correct, every candidate who attempted the question will get 5 marks (+5)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
- Dropped Questions:<\/strong> If a question is incorrect or dropped, all candidates who attempted it will get 5 marks (+5)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/span>CUET 2026 Eligibility Criteria<\/span><\/h2>\nTo apply for the CUET UG 2026<\/strong>, candidates must meet the eligibility standards defined by NTA. Here’s a simple breakdown of the CUET eligibility criteria<\/strong>:<\/p>\nCUET Basic Eligibility and Educational Qualification<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Students must have completed Class 12<\/strong> from a recognized board in Science or a relevant stream to qualify for admission into bachelor\u2019s degree programs at Central Universities.<\/li>\n
- Students currently in Class 12<\/strong>, preparing for their board exams, are also eligible to register.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Keep an eye on the CUET 2026 registration<\/strong> process and ensure you\u2019re familiar with the CUET 2026 marking scheme<\/strong> and the CUET exam date 2026 <\/strong>for a smooth application experience.<\/p>\n<\/span>CUET 2026 Age Limit<\/span><\/h3>\nThere is no age limit for appearing in the CUET 2026 exam. However, the candidates will be required to fulfill the age criteria (if any) of the university\/institution\/organization to which they are willing to take admission.<\/p>\n CUET Nationality Criteria<\/h5>\nTo be eligible for the CUET Exam, aspirants must abide by the following citizenship rules:<\/p>\n \n- The candidate must be an Indian citizen.<\/li>\n
- A constituent subject of Nepal, Bhutan<\/li>\n
- A Tibetan refugee who landed in India before 1 January 1962 to make India their permanent home and reside there permanently.<\/li>\n
- Pakistanis, Burmese, Sri Lankans, Kenyans, Ugandans, Tanzanians, Zambians, Malawians, Zaireans, Ethiopians, and people from Vietnam who permanently moved to India.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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