Common University Entrance Test
The CUET is an entrance exam given by students to get into the top central universities of India and also participate in the selection process of many institutions. It is given by students after their class 12th (CUET UG). This BLOG will help you to understand all the important things one requires to participate in this examination and also the guide about what one should do and what one should avoid. So Let’s start
Why CUET UG?
Imagine one exam through which you may get into top universities of country like Shri Ram college of Commerce, Shaheed Sukhdev College of Business Studies, Hansraj College, Hindu University, and many other Delhi University(DU) Colleges, apart from that you also have options to get into Banaras Hindu University(BHU) or Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) or State Universities Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University, Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah University etc. and after all that Deemed and Private Universities are still open. And all these options are provided by one exam, CUET.
It is an exam given by 14+ lakhs students last year, and for the fair conduct of the exam, NTA( National Testing Agency), the conducting agency, has to maintain clarity, transparency, and uniformity so that students can get equal opportunity across diverse situations.
Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme of CUET UG EXAM
There are 27 domain subjects of this exam which further can have sub combinations. Last to last year the Examination was CBT based ( Computer Based Test) but previous year it was in handwritten mode (offline based). This year it is expected to be in CBT mode again.
Marking Scheme
The exam paper is generally MCQ based(multiple choice Question) with
a) +5 for every correct answer
b) 1 for every negative answer
c) 0 for unattempted
Number of questions generally depends on the subject you are choosing. For example, in maths the question paper is of 200 marks whereas for general test it is of 250 marks.
NOTE You have to choose the subject based on the criteria college mentions in their website for the particular course that you want to pursue
for example
You want to pursue BMS from Shaheed Sukhdev College of Business Studies so you have to choose mathematics + one language + general test.
Eligibility Criteria
For any aspirant intending to get entry into CUET 2025
- It requires a minimum achieving a 50 percent mark in board exams of Class 12 for General category candidates
- One needs to secure at least 45 per cent of marks to obtain entrance in CUET for SC and ST candidates.
- There is no age bar for this examination
CUET UG Registration Process and Important Dates
This is a guide for your registration process
| STEP 1 | go to the Official Website | (https://exams.nta.ac.in/CUET UG/) |
| STEP 2 | Register here | fill your name, phone number, email ID |
| STEP 3 | Provide the required detail | academic details, subjects you are going to give |
| STEP 4 | Upload the documents that are required for verification | Class Xth marksheet, Class XIIth marksheet, category certificate etc. |
| STEP 5 | Payment Process | You need to pay the fees for the no. of subject you are attempting, Thus it may vary from person to person |
IMPORTANT DATES (TENTATIVE)
- Registration may starts from February to March
- Exams generally happen from May to June
- Results comes normally 1 month after the last examination
Common Mistakes to Avoid During YOUR Preparation of CUET UG 2025
Students who are preparing for CUET must avoid these mistakes and it may help them get some better idea for their preparation
- Understand the paper difficulty and past year trends and put the effort accordingly so that you don’t undermine the importance of other subjects.
- Students are advised to study daily, consistently rather than cramming and studying.
- The exam tests more skills apart from knowledge like time management and skimming and for that practice giving mocks.
- You may highlight key terms or important points it helps us a lot, at the last minute.
- Use reliable books for your preparation NCERT textbooks, subject specific guides (e.g., Arihant, Oswaal).
- Join coaching like CH Edgemakers which will guide you in each and every step during your preparation.
- Give mock tests both full length and section wise mock tests, to know your overall and section wise strength and inadequacy .
- Take enough sleep before your exam day, keep yourself in the best condition both mentally and physically.
- Give your mock at exam time so that your mind is most active at that time.
CAREER FROM CUET UG 2025
CUET may give you good recognition if you study in top institutes like Shri Ram college of University, Shaheed Sukhdev College of Business Studies, Hansraj College, Hindu University, Venky,
| COLLEGE | AVERAGE PACKAGE | HIGHEST PACKAGE | MEDIAN PACKAGE |
| SRCC( 2022 23) | 9.43 Lakh per Annum | 30.6 Lakh per Annum | 7.43 Lakh per Annum |
| SSCBS | 11.12 Lakh per Annum | 44.45 Lakh per Annum | 10 Lakh per Annum |
| HANSRAJ COLLEGE | 8 Lakh per Annum | 23 Lakh per Annum | 7 Lakh per Annum |
| HINDU UNIVERSITY | 10.40 Lakh per Annum | 36.5 Lakh per Annum | 8.40 Lakh per Annum |
| Sri Venkateswara College | 6 Lakh per Annum | 21.5 Lakh per Annum | 5.90 Lakh per Annum |
Now here comes the deal breaker, just check the ROI (Return on Investment) , you are giving a fees of 10K to 15K to get such a good package from the colleges like SRCC, SSCBS which is not only the city topper or state topper colleges but they are National topper and Asia topper colleges respectively of India.
Conclusion
CUET UG Entrance is a gateway by which diverse students from different academic backgrounds compete on a relatively fair platform to catch an admission space in the well known universities. Knowing the test pattern and meeting the minimum eligibility criteria by strategizing an approach to preparation would help in achieving success. Stay focused, practice, and use resources optimally to achieve great success while pursuing your academic excellence.
Good Luck in your CUET UG endeavor!