The Common University Entrance Test (CUET) is your golden ticket to India’s top central universities like DU, JNU, BHU, and more! If you’re a Class 12 student gearing up for CUET 2025, this step-by-step guide will help you strategize, prepare, and ace the exam with confidence.
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Why Does CUET Matters?
- Single-window entrance for 45+ central universities & 100+ institutions.
- Admission based on CUET scores, not just 12th marks.
- Wide range of courses—B.A., B.Sc., B.Com, B.Tech, Law, and more!
📌 CUET 2024 Important Dates (Tentative)
Event Expected Dates:
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Feb- March 2025 |
| CUET Registration Starts | First week of March 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | Last week of March 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | April 2025 |
| CUET Exam Dates Mid-May to June 2024 | May-June 2025 |
| Results Declaration July 2024 | July 2025 |
(Always check the official NTA CUET website for updates:COMMON UNIVERSITY ENTRANCE TEST (CUET-UG) 2025 | CUET-UG 2025 | India)
📌 Step 1: Understand CUET Exam Pattern
CUET (UG) is a computer-based test with three sections:
| Section | Subjects/Tests No. of Questions | Marks |
| Section IA & IB | Language Test (13 Indian & 20 Foreign Languages) 40 (out of 50) | 200 |
| Section II | Domain-Specific Subjects (27 options like Physics, History, Economics, etc.) 40 (out of 50) | 200 |
| Section III | General Test (GK, Current Affairs, Logical Reasoning, Maths, etc.) 50 (out of 60) | 250 |
✔ Total Marks: 650
✔ Negative Marking: -1 for wrong answers
📌 Step 2: Post-Boards CUET Preparation Strategy
📅 Phase 1 (March – April) – Syllabus & Conceptual Clarity
✔ Pick Your Subjects Wisely (Max 6 domain subjects + 1 language + General Test).
✔ Follow NCERT Books (Most CUET questions are NCERT-based).
✔ Daily Study Plan:
- Morning (3 hrs): Domain Subjects (Physics, Chemistry, Maths, etc.)
- Afternoon (2 hrs): Language & General Test (GK, Reasoning, Maths)
- Evening (1 hr): Current Affairs (Newspapers, Monthly Magazines)
📅 Phase 2 (May) – Intensive Revision & Mock Tests
✔ Solve Previous Year CUET Papers (Available on NTA website).
✔ Take 2-3 Mock Tests Weekly (Time-bound practice is crucial!).
✔ Revise Short Notes (For quick last-minute revision).
📅 Phase 3 (June) – Final Speed & Accuracy Boost
✔ Focus on Weak Areas (Use PYQs to identify trends).
✔ Avoid New Topics (Stick to revision now).
✔ Stay Calm & Confident (Stress management is key!).
📌 Step 3: Subject-Wise Preparation Tips
🔹 Section IA & IB (Language Test)
- Read daily (Newspapers, Novels, Editorials).
- Practice Comprehension & Grammar (Previous year patterns help).
🔹 Section II (Domain Subjects)
- Science Students: Focus on NCERT + Numerical Practice.
- Commerce Students: Revise Accountancy, Economics, Business Studies.
- Arts/Humanities: Master History, Polity, Geography (NCERT is key).
🔹 Section III (General Test)
- Quantitative Aptitude: Basic Maths (Percentage, Profit-Loss, Algebra).
- Logical Reasoning: Puzzles, Series, Coding-Decoding.
- GK & Current Affairs: Last 6 months of news (Sports, Awards, Govt. Schemes).
📌 Step 4: Last-Minute Exam Day Strategy
✔ Time Management:
- Section I (Language): 45 mins
- Section II (Domain Subjects): 45 mins/subject
- Section III (General Test): 60 mins
✔ Avoid Guesswork (Negative marking is risky!).
✔ Stay Calm & Read Questions Carefully (Avoid silly mistakes).
Pro Tip:
Official Resources: Always refer to NTA CUET Website for updates.
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