The Common University Entrance Test (CUET) has become one of the most significant exams for students aspiring to take admission to undergraduate courses in India's central universities.

With the 2025 CUET exam approaching, it is important for candidates to understand the recent changes in the syllabus, the exam pattern, and how to approach their preparation to perform well.

This blog will guide students on what to expect in the 2025 CUET exam and how they can efficiently prepare for it.

As the year 2025 exam approaches, there are several key changes in the syllabus and exam pattern that students must keep in mind.

Changes in CUET UG Exam 2025: What to Expect

As the CUET exam continues to evolve, the changes in the 2025 syllabus are aimed at improving the exam's comprehensiveness and aligning it with modern educational trends. Some of the major changes and updates are listed below.

Increased Focus on Multidisciplinary Knowledge: The updated syllabus now offers students the flexibility to select subjects from different domains, allowing them to choose papers from disciplines outside their regular stream.

Introduction of New Subjects and Papers

Syllabus of the Examination

Syllabus: Language to be tested through Reading Comprehension (based on different types of passages–Factual, Literary and Narrative), Literary Aptitude and Vocabulary.

Duration: 60 minutes

Number of Questions: 50 (All questions are compulsory)

Maximum Marks 250

  • Note: It is advisable for candidates to select at least one language.

Candidates can choose from the 13 languages listed below:

  • English
  • Hindi
  • Assamese
  • Bengali
  • Gujarati
  • Kannada
  • Malayalam
  • Marathi
  • Odia
  • Punjabi
  • Tamil
  • Telugu
  • Urdu

Domain Syllabus

  • Syllabus: Domain Subjects will be tested based on NCERT Class 12 syllabus only.
  • Duration:60 minutes
  • Number of Questions:50 (All questions are compulsory)
  • Maximum Marks:250

There are 23 subjects. A candidate may choose any subject as desired by the applicable University/ Organization.

  • Accountancy/Book Keeping
  • Biology/Biological Studies/Biotechnology/Biochemistry
  • Business Studies
  • Chemistry
  • Computer Science/Informatics Practices
  • Economics/Business Economics
  • Geography/Geology
  • History
  • Home Science
  • Knowledge Tradition and Practices of India
  • Environmental Studies
  • Mathematics/Applied Mathematics
  • Physical Education/National Cadet Corps (NCC)/Yoga
  • Physics
  • Political Science
  • Psychology
  • Sociology
  • Agriculture
  • Mass Media/Mass Communication
  • Anthropology
  • Fine Arts/Visual Arts (Sculpture/Painting)/Commercial Art
  • Performing Arts
  • Sanskrit

General Aptitude Test

Syllabus: General Knowledge, Current Affairs, Numerical Ability, Quantitative Aptitude (Simple application of basic mathematical concepts Arithmetic / Algebra / Geometry / Mensuration / Statistics), Logical and Analytical Reasoning, General Science and Environment Literacy.

Duration: 60 minutes

Number of Questions: 50 (All questions are compulsory)

Maximum Marks: 250

CUET UG 2025 Marking Scheme

The CUET UG 2025 marking scheme has been designed to ensure a fair assessment while discouraging random guessing. Here's a breakdown of the scheme:

Criteria

Marks

Correct Answer

+5 marks

Incorrect Answer

-1 mark (negative marking)

Unanswered Question

0 marks (no deduction)

Total Marks Per Subject

Varies based on the number of questions

Key Points About the CUET UG 2025 Marking Scheme:

  • Negative Marking: For every incorrect answer, 1 mark will be subtracted from the total score to discourage guesswork.
  • No Deduction for Un attempted Questions: If a candidate skips a question, no marks will be deducted or awarded.

Final Score Calculation:

  • Total Score = (Number of Correct Answers × 5) - (Number of Incorrect Answers × 1)

Normalization Process: Since CUET is conducted in multiple shifts, the National Testing Agency (NTA) may apply a normalization process to ensure that scoring is fair across different exam sessions.

Conclusion

The CUET UG exam 2025 has come up with changes in the syllabus, exam pattern, and overall structure. By understanding the changes and following a focused preparation strategy, students can enhance their preparation for the Exam and excel with good results.