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CUET BTTM Questions 2027: Exam Pattern, Syllabus & 20 Sample Questions

Author : Lalita Vishwakarma

July 17, 2026

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Overview: Appealing campuses, travel-rich careers, and strong entry-level roles make a Bachelor of Travel and Tourism Management (BTTM) an attractive choice. Admission to BTTM programmes across India's participating universities runs through a single entrance test CUET. This guide breaks down the CUET BTTM Questions you can expect, the updated 2027 exam pattern, the relevant syllabus, and 20 solved samples to help you prepare with clarity.

Please note (2027 status): NTA releases the official CUET UG Information Bulletin each year, and the exact list of available domain subjects can change.

The details below reflect the most recent confirmed CUET pattern. Always cross-check the current-year bulletin at cuet.nta.nic.in and the admission criteria of your target university before finalising your subjects.

What Are CUET BTTM Questions 2027?

CUET BTTM Questions are the multiple-choice questions (MCQs) a candidate answers in the CUET UG paper(s) that a university requires for admission to its Bachelor of Travel and Tourism Management programme.

Since BTTM is a management-oriented tourism degree, universities typically map it to a relevant domain paper (such as Business Studies) and/or the General Test, depending on their own subject-mapping criteria.

Because domain-subject availability is revised periodically by NTA, the single most important step before you prepare is to confirm which CUET paper your target university actually requires for BTTM.

Start with the CUET BTTM Eligibility criteria and the full list of CUET BTTM Courses to map subjects to universities.

CUET BTTM Sample Questions With Answers 2027

The following 20 solved MCQs cover both the Tourism and Business Studies areas relevant to BTTM aspirants. Use them to gauge the difficulty and format, then move to full-length mocks.

Section A: Tourism (Questions 1–10)

Q1. What does the acronym GDS stand for in the travel industry?

  1. General Distribution Service
  2. Global Distribution System
  3. Guided Destination Service
  4. Global Destination Standard

Answer: 2. Global Distribution System

Q2. Which organisation is the United Nations' specialised agency for tourism?

  1. IATA
  2. ICAO
  3. UN Tourism (UNWTO)
  4. WTTC

Answer: 3. UN Tourism (UNWTO)

Q3. A pre-planned, pre-paid trip that bundles transport, accommodation, and sightseeing is best described as a:

  1. Free Independent Trip
  2. Package Tour
  3. Incentive Tour
  4. Business Tour

Answer: 2. Package Tour

Q4. In airline ticketing, "PNR" stands for:

  1. Passenger Name Record
  2. Priority Number Reference
  3. Passenger Number Registry
  4. Personal Name Reference

Answer: 1. Passenger Name Record

Q5. Which body regulates civil aviation fares and airline association standards globally?

  1. UNWTO
  2. IATA
  3. WTTC
  4. PATA

Answer: 2. IATA

Q6. A written, day-by-day plan of a traveller's route and activities is called a(n):

  1. Voucher
  2. Itinerary
  3. Manifest
  4. Prospectus

Answer: 2. Itinerary

Q7. "MICE" tourism refers to Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and:

  1. Events
  2. Exhibitions
  3. Excursions
  4. Entertainment

Answer: 2. Exhibitions

Q8. Arrange the following stages of tour operations in the correct sequence:

  • A. Costing and pricing the package
  • B. Market research and destination selection
  • C. Itinerary design
  • D. Marketing and booking

Options: (i) B-C-A-D (ii) A-B-C-D (iii) C-B-A-D (iv) B-A-C-D

Answer: (i) B-C-A-D

Q9. A document issued by a travel agency that confirms a service has been paid for (e.g., a hotel stay) is a:

  1. Manifest
  2. Voucher
  3. Circular
  4. Ledger

Answer: 2. Voucher

Q10. Which of the following is an example of an "attraction" pull factor in tourism?

  1. Visa restrictions
  2. A UNESCO World Heritage Site
  3. Currency devaluation
  4. Political unrest

Answer: 2. A UNESCO World Heritage Site

Section B: Business Studies (Questions 11–20)

Q11. __________ is a national resource institution in India for Entrepreneurship Education, Research & Development.

  1. EDI
  2. SEBI
  3. SIDBI
  4. NABARD

Answer: 1. EDI

Q12. The organisational structure that clearly lays down authority-and-responsibility relationships is the:

  1. Informal structure
  2. Formal structure
  3. Divisional structure
  4. Matrix structure

Answer: 2. Formal structure

Q13. Who is known as the Father of Scientific Management?

  1. Henri Fayol
  2. Adam Smith
  3. F.W. Taylor
  4. Elton Mayo

Answer: 3. F.W. Taylor

Q14. Choose the option with the correct sequence of the controlling process:

  • A. Taking corrective action
  • B. Setting performance standards
  • C. Comparing actual performance with standards
  • D. Measuring actual performance
  • E. Analysing deviations

Options: (i) B-D-C-E-A (ii) A-D-C-B-E (iii) E-D-B-C-A (iv) D-E-B-A-C

Answer: (i) B-D-C-E-A

Q15. SEBI stands for:

  1. Safety Enhancement Board of India
  2. Safety Exchange Board of India
  3. Securities and Exchange Board of India
  4. Stock and Exchange Board of India

Answer: 3. Securities and Exchange Board of India

Q16. Which of the following is NOT part of the traditional marketing mix (4 Ps)?

  1. Product
  2. Promotion
  3. SWOT
  4. Price

Answer: 3. SWOT

Q17. The principle "unity of command" one subordinate should receive orders from only one superior was propounded by:

  1. F.W. Taylor
  2. Henri Fayol
  3. Elton Mayo
  4. Max Weber

Answer: 2. Henri Fayol

Q18. Which function of management is considered the "first" or primary function that all others depend on?

  1. Organising
  2. Staffing
  3. Planning
  4. Controlling

Answer: 3. Planning

Q19. An indirect tax levied on goods imported into and exported out of India is called:

  1. VAT
  2. Custom Duty
  3. Service Tax
  4. Income Tax

Answer: 2. Custom Duty

Q20. Which of the following is NOT typically an element of a financial plan?

  1. Cash-flow projections
  2. Break-even analysis
  3. Supplier price lists
  4. Sources and applications of funds

Answer: 3. Supplier price lists

Ready for a full timed test? Move on to the CUET Mock Test Series and drill real patterns with CUET Previous Year Question Papers.

CUET BTTM Exam Pattern 2027 (Updated)

CUET UG follows one uniform pattern across every paper. Under the current pattern, all questions in a paper are compulsory; the earlier "attempt any 40 of 50" option has been discontinued.

This makes the negative-marking scheme far more important than before.

Aspect

Details

Question type

MCQ (objective)

Questions per paper

50

Questions to attempt

All 50 (compulsory)

Marks per paper

250

Marking correct

+5

Marking incorrect

−1

Marking unattempted

0

Duration per paper

60 minutes

Mode

Computer-Based Test (CBT)

Because every question now carries a −1 penalty for a wrong answer, blind guessing is riskier than it used to be. Learn the full framework on the CUET Exam Pattern page before you plan your attempt strategy.

Key change to remember: Total marks per paper are 250, not 200, and there is no 40/50 optionality. Any older material citing "attempt 40 of 50" or "200 marks" is out of date.

How Many Subjects Can You Choose in CUET 2027?

Under the current CUET UG pattern, a candidate can select a maximum of 5 subjects across the three sections:

  • Section I – Languages (common structure)

  • Section II – Domain Subjects (chosen to match your target course)

  • Section III – General Test / General Aptitude Test (GAT)

Sections I and III have a common syllabus for all candidates; Section II is where your BTTM-relevant choices matter.

Choose a combination that keeps you eligible for the maximum number of universities offering BTTM, then confirm each one against its published criteria.

Some domain subjects that were previously offered as standalone papers have been rationalised by NTA.

Where a subject is no longer a standalone paper, universities generally admit candidates on the basis of their General Test score. This is why confirming your university's current requirement is essential before you lock in subjects.

Once you know your combination, review the CUET Cut Off to shortlist realistic target colleges, and browse the full CUET Participating Universities list.

CUET Tourism Syllabus: Question Topics for CUET 2027

Where a university requires the Tourism domain paper for BTTM, and it is available in the current-year bulletin, questions are drawn from the following units. (Confirm availability for your exam year, as domain subjects are revised by NTA.)

  • Unit 1: Introduction to Travel & Tour Operations Business

  • Unit 2: Operations of a Travel Agency

  • Unit 3: Transport Network

  • Unit 4: Itinerary Planning

  • Unit 5: Tour Packaging & Programming

  • Unit 6: Package Tour Costing

  • Unit 7: Government and Professional Bodies

  • Unit 8: Global Distribution System (GDS)

For the authoritative, current unit list, always download the official file linked from the CUET Syllabus hub.

The CUET Business Studies syllabus paper, commonly mapped to management-oriented tourism programmes, covers Nature and Significance of Management, Principles of Management, Business Environment, Planning & Organising, Staffing, Directing & Controlling, Financial Management, Marketing, and Consumer Protection.

Question Formats You Should Practise for CUET BTTM 2027

CUET BTTM-relevant papers typically use these MCQ formats:

  • Direct single-answer MCQs (definitions, facts, concepts)

  • Match-the-following

  • Assertion–reason / statement-based

  • Sequence/arrangement (order the steps correctly)

  • Passage-based questions

Getting comfortable with all five formats, especially sequencing and passage-based items, is where most candidates gain speed.

How to Solve CUET BTTM Questions 2027?

With all 50 questions now compulsory and negative marking in force, accuracy matters as much as coverage. A practical approach:

  • Attempt 15–20 full-length mocks before the exam, timed exactly like the real 60-minute paper.

  • Analyse every mock to isolate weak units, then revise those first.

  • Weigh each guess against −1. If you can eliminate two options, an educated attempt is usually worth it; a pure blind guess often is not.

  • Strengthen fundamentals and reading speed with the recommended CUET Preparation Books.

When you are ready to apply, follow the step-by-step CUET Application Form guide.

Careers & Salary After CUET BTTM  2027

A BTTM degree opens roles such as Travel Consultant, Tour Operator/Manager, and Destination Management Professional, with perks like discounted travel and flexible schedules.

Entry-level pay varies widely by university, role, and location, so treat any single figure as indicative rather than fixed.

For current, role-wise ranges and the factors that influence them, see the dedicated CUET BTTM Salary page.

Conclusion

You now have the updated CUET BTTM Questions picture for 2027: all 50 questions compulsory, 250 marks per paper, +5/−1 marking, a maximum of five subjects, and admission routed through the domain paper your university maps to BTTM (with the General Test as the fallback where a subject has been rationalised).

Confirm your target university's current requirement, then let consistent, timed mock practice do the heavy lifting

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Lalita Vishwakarma is a professional content writer with 5+ years of experience in the IPMAT and CUET domain. She specializes in creating accurate, student-focused content based on the latest exam patterns, syllabus, and preparation strategies. With strong subject understanding and research-backed insights, she simplifies complex topics into clear, easy-to-follow guidance, helping students prepare with confidence and clarity.... more