CUET UG 2027: Common University Entrance Test
The Common University Entrance Test (CUET UG) is India’s single-window undergraduate assessment conducted by the National Testing Agency under the University Grants Commission (UGC). CUET UG serves as the unified gateway for admission to all undergraduate programs across 45+ Central Universities (including University of Delhi, BHU, JNU, Jamia), and over 200 State, Deemed, and Private universities.
Examination Highlights & Structure
| Exam Name | CUET UG 2027: Common University Entrance Test |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) on behalf of UGC |
| Examination Level | Central & Participating Universities Undergraduate Entrance |
| Frequency & Mode | Once a year (May – June) • Hybrid: Pen-Paper (OMR) & Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Duration & Total Marks | 45 to 60 Minutes per Subject Paper • Variable based on chosen subjects (200 marks per paper) |
| Official Convener Portal | https://exams.nta.ac.in/CUET-UG |
Eligibility Criteria & Statutory Norms
Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
Duration: 45 minutes for most domain subjects (60 minutes for Mathematics, Applied Math, Accountancy, Physics, Chemistry, Economics, Computer Science, and General Test).
Total Questions: Domain subjects: 50 Questions (attempt any 40). General Test: 60 Questions (attempt any 50).
Marking Scheme: +5 marks for every correct answer, -1 mark deduction for every incorrect answer, 0 for unattempted.
| Section Name | Questions | Total Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Section 1A & 1B: Languages (33 Languages available) | 40 Attempted / 50 Total | 200 Marks / Language | 45 Minutes |
| Section 2: Domain Subjects (29 Subjects available) | 40 Attempted / 50 Total | 200 Marks / Subject | 45-60 Minutes |
| Section 3: General Test | 50 Attempted / 60 Total | 250 Marks | 60 Minutes |
CUET UG 2027 Exam Date & Crucial Schedule
When is the CUET UG 2027 exam date?
The CUET UG 2027 exam date is tentatively scheduled for Mid May – Early June 2027 as a national computer-based test conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on behalf of UGC. The official notification bulletin and application registration window open in April – May 2027 at exams.nta.ac.in/CUET-UG.
| Milestone / Event | Expected / Notification Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Online Application Commences | Last Week of February 2027 | Upcoming |
| Registration Window Closes | Last Week of March 2027 | Expected |
| City Intimation Slip Release | First Week of May 2027 | Expected |
| CUET UG 2027 Examination | Mid May – Early June 2027 | Expected |
| Scorecard & Percentile Declaration | Last Week of June 2027 | Expected |
Syllabus Breakdown & Subject Highlights
Domain Subjects
- •Strictly mapped to NCERT Class 12 curriculum for each elected subject
- •Direct conceptual and applied scenario questions
- •Case-based multiple choice inquiries
General Test
- •General Knowledge & Current Affairs
- •General Mental Ability & Numerical Reasoning
- •Basic Mathematics (Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry to Grade 8)
- •Logical and Analytical Reasoning
Target Cutoffs & Participating Institutes
| Institution | Cutoff Benchmark | Fee Estimate | Median CTC / Metric |
|---|---|---|---|
| SRCC Delhi (B.Com Hons / BA Economics) | Score 780+ / 800 (99.8+ Percentile) | ₹30,000 / Year | ₹13.5 LPA |
| St. Stephen’s College Delhi (BA Economics Hons) | Score 785+ / 800 | ₹45,000 / Year | ₹12.5 LPA |
| Hindu College Delhi (BA Political Science) | Score 790+ / 800 | ₹25,000 / Year | ₹10.5 LPA |
| Banaras Hindu University (BHU - B.Com / BA) | Score 680+ / 800 | ₹8,000 / Year | ₹7.5 LPA |
Topper Strategy & Preparation Roadmap
Line-by-line mastery of NCERT Class 12 textbooks is non-negotiable; question makers construct stems directly from obscure NCERT paragraphs.
Take subject-specific sectional mocks to master the 45-minute ticking timer for 40 questions.
Verify course-specific subject mapping requirements on the official CSAS portal of the University of Delhi and other target universities before submitting your exam paper choices.
Official Statutory Sources & Citations
Campus Gupshup editorial intelligence is compiled and verified against official gazette publications and statutory regulatory portals:
Apex statutory authority governing university standards and the Common University Entrance Test in India.
Official testing agency conducting CUET UG across nationwide test centers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I choose subjects in CUET that I did not study in Class 12?
While NTA allows you to select any subject, certain institutions like the University of Delhi strictly mandate that candidates must only appear in subjects they passed in their Class 12 board exams.