CUET

The Common University Entrance Test (CUET) for Engineering is a national-level entrance exam in India used for admission into B.Tech and B.E. programs at various Central, State, and Private Universities. Unlike JEE Main, which is primarily for IITs and NITs, CUET allows students to apply to a broad range of institutions using a single score. Candidates typically choose a combination of subjects including Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, along with a mandatory Language paper and sometimes a General Test, depending on the specific requirements of the target university. The exam is computer-based (CBT) and consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs) strictly based on the Class 12 NCERT syllabus, making it a more accessible option for students focused on board exam preparation.

CUET

Common University Entrance Test
Name of Event
Date

Application Form availability

First Week of March

Last date of application form submission

Last Week of March

Exam Date

13 May 2026

Admit Card

May 2026

Result

Late June or Early July

CUET 2026 Engineering syllabus is strictly based on the NCERT Class 12 curriculum. It is designed to test your mastery of board-level concepts through a competitive lens.

Core Subject Breakdown:
Physics: Focuses on Electrostatics, Current Electricity, Magnetism, Optics, and Modern Physics (Atoms, Nuclei, and Electronic Devices).

Chemistry: Covers Physical (Solutions, Kinetics), Inorganic (p, d, f-blocks), and Organic Chemistry (Haloalkanes, Alcohols, Aldehydes, and Biomolecules).

Mathematics: Key areas include Calculus (Integration/Differentiation), Vectors, 3D Geometry, Linear Programming, and Algebra (Matrices/Determinants).

Language & General Test: Evaluates Reading Comprehension, Vocabulary, and General Aptitude (Basic Math till Grade 8, Logical Reasoning, and Current Affairs).

The exam is divided into three primary sections. Engineering students typically focus on a combination of Language, Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry.

Section Content No. of Questions Duration
Section IA & IB Languages (e.g., English, Hindi) 50 (All Compulsory) 60 Minutes
Section II Domain Subjects (PCM subjects) 50 (All Compulsory) 60 Minutes per subject
Section III General Test (Aptitude & GK) 50 (All Compulsory) 60 Minutes

Marking Scheme:

  • +5 marks for every correct answer.
  • -1 mark for every incorrect answer (negative marking).
  • 0 marks for questions left unattempted.

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