Common University Entrance Test (UG) (CUET UG)
Quick facts
| Conducted by | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
|---|---|
| Exam level | National |
| How often | Once a year (May–June) |
| Mode | Online |
| Qualification | 12th pass or appearing |
| Age relaxation | none |
| Official website | cuet.nta.nic.in |
No age limit for the test; universities may have their own rules.
Overview
CUET UG is the common entrance test for undergraduate admission to central universities such as Delhi University, BHU, JNU, Jamia, Allahabad University and many state, deemed and private universities.
Eligibility
- 12th pass or appearing. Each university sets its own subject and marks requirements for each course – check the university's admission bulletin.
Exam pattern & syllabus
- Languages (test of reading comprehension and language skills)
- Domain subjects based on Class 12 syllabus – choose those required by your course
- General Test (general knowledge, current affairs, reasoning, numerical ability) for some courses
Check the current information bulletin for the number of subjects allowed and the question format.
How to prepare
- Choose subjects according to the courses and universities you want – check their requirements first.
- NCERT Class 12 books cover the domain syllabus.
- Practise with mock tests for speed.
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Please note: eligibility, age limits and exam pattern change from year to year. This page gives general guidance only; the official notification for each year is final.