What is CUET?
The Common University Entrance Test (CUET) is conducted by NTA for admission to undergraduate programs in central universities and many state/private universities. It has replaced individual university entrance exams, making the process unified and transparent.
Registration Process
- Visit the official NTA CUET portal
- Create an account with your email and phone number
- Fill in personal and academic details
- Select your preferred universities and courses
- Choose your exam subjects based on course requirements
- Pay the application fee (₹1,000 for General, ₹800 for OBC, ₹750 for SC/ST)
- Download your admit card when released
Exam Pattern
CUET has four sections:
- Section IA: 13 languages (choose 1)
- Section IB: 20 additional languages (choose 1 if needed)
- Section II: Domain subjects (choose up to 6 based on your course)
- Section III: General Test (for courses that require it)
Each subject has 50 questions (attempt 40), worth 200 marks. The exam is computer-based.
Participating Universities
Over 250 universities participate in CUET, including:
- Delhi University (DU) — one of the most sought-after
- JNU, New Delhi
- BHU, Varanasi
- Aligarh Muslim University
- Central University of South Bihar (CUSB)
- Patna University (select courses)
Preparation Strategy
1. Know your syllabus: Check the specific subject requirements for your target university
2. Focus on Class 12 NCERT: Most domain subjects are based on NCERT
3. Practice the General Test: This includes reasoning, quantitative aptitude, and current affairs
4. Take mock tests: NTA provides official mock tests on their portal
5. Time management: CUET requires speed — practice completing tests within time limits
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