CUET Exam Guide 2026

CUET 2026 notification updates and complete exam guide. Check exam dates, vacancies, eligibility criteria, selection process, syllabus, and application details.

📊 Post Name & Classification Details
S. No.ParameterDetails
1Total Subjects37 (13 Indian languages + 23 domain-specific subjects + 1 General Aptitude Test)
2Choice of Test PapersCandidates can select up to 5 subjects , including languages and the General Aptitude Test, regardless of their Class 12 subjects.
3Mode of ExamComputer-Based Test (CBT)
4Total Questions50 questions per test paper (All questions are compulsory).
5Duration60 minutes per test paper
6Exam ShiftsThe exam will be conducted in multiple shifts based on the number of candidates and subject choices.
7Marking Scheme- Correct Answer: +5 marks - Incorrect Answer: -1 mark (negative marking)
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
SituationMarks Awarded
Correct Answer+5 marks
Incorrect Answer-1 mark
Unanswered/Not Attempted0 marks
More than one correct option found+5 marks to candidates who marked any of the correct options
No correct option found / Question is wrong / Question is dropped+5 marks to all candidates, whether they attempted the question or not
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q1.What is the mode of the CUET 2026 exam?
The CUET 2025 exam will be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode . This means candidates will take the test online using a computer.
Q2.How many subjects can a candidate choose in CUET 2026?
Candidates can select up to 5 subjects , including language papers and domain-specific subjects, based on their preferred university’s eligibility criteria.
Q3.What is the marking scheme for CUET 2026?
Correct answer: +5 marks Incorrect answer: -1 mark (negative marking) Unanswered question: 0 marks If a question has multiple correct answers or is found incorrect, +5 marks will be given to eligible candidates
Q4.How long is the CUET 2026 exam?
Each test paper lasts 60 minutes . Candidates with disabilities (PwBD) will get extra 20 minutes per hour as compensatory time.
Q5.Can I get my CUET result rechecked?
No, re-evaluation or re-checking of the CUET result is not allowed. The final result will be based on the official answer key, and no complaints will be accepted after the results are declared.
Q6.Is there negative marking in cuet?
Yes,there will be negative marking in cuet.
Q7.How many languages are there in the section 1A?
There are total 13 languages according to the CUET Exam Pattern.
Q8.What are the total subject domain for CUET?
As per the CUET Exam Pattern,there are 27 domain specific subjects.
Q9.How many marks will be deducted in CUET negative marking?
According to the CUET Marking Scheme 1 mark will be deducted in the form of negative marking in cuet for each one wrong answer.No marks will be deducted on unattempted questions.
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