CUET UG 2025: Exam Dates, Pattern, Syllabus, Notification, Registration, and Pattern

The Common University Entrance Test (CUET) 2025 is one of the most significant entrance examinations for students to attain admission to various undergraduate programs in some of the country’s best universities. Administered by the National Testing Agency (NTA), the Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode will be conducted in CUET 2025, with several changes made by the University Grants Commission (UGC). This page offers an extensive report on CUET 2025, including the dates of the exam, eligibility, syllabus, preparation tips, and more.

Key Highlights of CUET 2025

• Mode of Exam: CUET 2025 will be conducted exclusively in CBT mode.
• Number of Subjects: The number of subjects has been reduced from 63 to 37.
• Exam Duration: The exam will be 60 minutes long.
• Languages: CUET 2025 will test 13 languages (regional and English), with foreign languages removed.
• Domain Subjects: There are now only 23 domain-specific subjects instead of the previous 29.
• Entrance Exam Eligibility: A total of 244 universities, including private, public, deemed-to-be, and central institutions, will accept CUET scores.
• Exam Centers: 388 Indian cities and 24 foreign cities will host the entrance exam.

CUET 2025 Exam Dates

The tentative schedule for CUET 2025 is as follows:

Event	Dates
CUET 2025 Registration Start Date	First week of February 2025
CUET 2025 Registration Last Date	Last week of March 2025
Application Correction Window	First week of April 2025
City Intimation Slip Release	First week of May 2025
CUET Admit Card Release	First week of May 2025
CUET 2025 Exam Dates	May 15 to 24, 2025 (Tentative)
Provisional Answer Key Release	Second week of June 2025
Final Answer Key Release	Third week of June 2025
CUET 2025 Result Declaration	Last week of June 2025

CUET 2025 Eligibility Criteria

To appear for CUET 2025, candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria:

1. Nationality: Indian citizens, OCI, PIO, and foreign nationals are eligible.
2. Age Limit: There is no age limit for CUET 2025.
3. Academic Qualification: Candidates must have passed Class 12 or equivalent from a recognized board.
4. Minimum Marks: General category candidates must secure 50% in Class 12, while SC/ST/OBC-NCL candidates need 45%.

CUET 2025 Exam Pattern

The CUET 2025 exam will be divided into four sections:

Section	Subjects	Number of Questions	Duration
Section IA	13 Languages	50 (40 to be attempted)	60 minutes
Section IB	20Languages (Optional)	50 (40 to be attempted)	60 minutes
Section II	23 Domain-Specific Subjects	50 (40 to be attempted)	60 minutes
Section III	General Test (Aptitude)	60 (50 to be attempted)	60 minutes

• Marking Scheme: +5 for each correct answer, -1 for each incorrect answer, and 0 for unattempted questions.
• Maximum Subjects: Candidates can choose up to 5 subjects.

CUET 2025 Syllabus

CUET 2025 syllabus is designed to follow the curriculum of Class 12. The most important subjects of CUET include:

Languages: Reading comprehension, vocabulary, and literary aptitude.

Domain Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, Accountancy, Business Studies, etc.

General Test: General knowledge, current affairs, numerical ability, and logical reasoning.

CUET 2025 Preparation Tips

1. Know the syllabus: Go through all the details of the CUET syllabus and exam structure.
2. Make a Study Plan: The time should be divided according to the difficulty of the subjects.
3. Practice Mock Tests: Solve previous years’ question papers and take mock tests in order to increase speed and accuracy.
4. Focus on NCERT: Strengthen your basics using NCERT books.
5. Time Management: Take out a chunk of time and divide it into segments.
6. Stay Healthy: Carry out all routines, such as meals, sleep, and managing pressure.

CUET 2025 Application Process

1. Registration: Visit the official website (exams.nta.ac.in/CUET-UG) and complete the registration process.
2. Fill Application Form: Provide personal, academic, and exam center details.
3. Upload Documents: Upload a photograph, signature, and required certificates.
4. Pay Application Fee: Pay the fee online via debit/credit card, net banking, or UPI.
5. Submit and Print: Save and print the confirmation page for future reference.

CUET 2025 Application Fees

The application fee varies based on the number of subjects and category:

Number of Subjects	General (UR)	OBC-NCL/EWS	SC/ST/PwD	Outside India
Up to 3 Subjects	₹750	₹700	₹650	₹3,750
Up to 7 Subjects	₹1,500	₹1,400	₹1,300	₹7,500
Up to 10 Subjects	₹1,750	₹1,650	₹1,550	₹11,000

CUET 2025 Counselling Process

1. Online Registration: Candidates must register for counseling on the official website.
2. Choice Filling: Select preferred courses and universities.
3. Seat Allotment: Seats are allotted based on CUET scores and preferences.
4. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must submit original documents for verification.
5. Admission Confirmation: To guarantee your seat, pay the admission charge.

CUET 2025 Normalisation Process

A normalization procedure is employed to guarantee fairness because CUET is administered over several slots. The relative performance of each candidate is used to compute percentile scores.

IMPORTANT LINKS

OFFICIAL SITE	Click here
CATEGORY	Admit Card

Conclusion

CUET 2025 opens doors to the best undergraduate programs all over India. The examination is a simplified syllabus with fewer subjects and normalization. Hence, the exam would be fair to all the students appearing for it. Students would gain maximum opportunity with knowledge of exam patterns, syllabi, and preparation strategies. Keep updated through the official website of NTA for fresh notifications, and register yourself in due time to seal your future at top universities.

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