Check the CUET JNU Exam Pattern 2026

Overview: Unveil the roadmap to score 100% and secure your seat for one of the 25 courses at Jawaharlal Nehru University by learning the CUET JNU exam pattern! Keep reading to know the subjects offered, domain subjects to choose and exam sample papers. 

Aiming to study at one of the top central universities i.e. JNU through CUET? Check all the latest information in this article related to:

• Pre-requisites for JNU admissions
• JNU UG Programs offered through CUET 
• NTA CUET JNU Exam Pattern 2026

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CUET JNU Exam Pattern 2026: Prerequisites for JNU Admissions 2026

With the popularity of the CUET exam buzzing around, you already have an idea of the general exam pattern and the topics to be covered in each section. 

• But you must also know that the general pattern is not applicable in a straightforward manner for every course in every university. 
• Check the exam pattern at Jawaharlal Nehru University for each UG program offered in the table below

Go through the list below before you apply or prepare to study at JNU: 

• Know the list of courses offered. 
• The domain subjects for all the CUET courses offered may vary. 
• You must also check the eligibility criteria for your desired course before applying.
• NTA or the respective university will not be held responsible for selecting the subjects, opted program, or eligibility criteria/ conditions.
• You must ensure to choose the language, domain-specific subjects, and general test as per the respective university/program.
• There can be changes CUET JNU Exam Pattern & selection process; therefore, you must frequently visit the official website of JNU. 

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NTA CUET JNU Exam Pattern 2026: Overview

The university offers Bachelor's and Certificate of Proficiency courses through the Common University Entrance Test. You must understand the JNU CUET UG syllabus along with the exam pattern to secure your seat in your desired course. 

Particulars	Description
Exam Medium	English, Hindi, Assamese, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Odia, Bengali, Marathi, Gujarati, Punjabi and Urdu
CUET Total Questions	50 for all sections
Questions needed to be answered	50 in all
Marking Scheme	5 marks for each right answer -1 for each wrong answer
Question Type	MCQ
Exam time duration	60 minutes each

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NTA CUET JNU Exam Pattern for BA Courses 2026

The Common University Entrance Test 2026 will include 3 sections:

• Section I: 13 Languages
• Section ll: Domain-specific test
• Section lll: General Aptitude Test

The table clearly explains the domain subjects under the CUET JNU Exam Pattern to be attended for each UG course offered at Jawaharlal Lal Nehru University. Once you know the subjects, check the syllabus for each to ace your CUET preparations. 

Degree	Programme/ Course offered	Domain/ General/ Optional Languages mapped to the Programmes
B.A. (Hons.)	B.A. (Hons.) Pashto	Section I – English Test and Section III – General Aptitude Test
B.A. (Hons.)	B.A. (Hons.) Persian	Section I – English Test and Section III – General Aptitude Test
B.A. (Hons.)	B.A. (Hons.) Arabic	Section I – English Test and Section III – General Aptitude Test
B.A. (Hons.)	B.A. (Hons.) Japanese	Section I – English Test and Section III – General Aptitude Test
B.A. (Hons.)	B.A. (Hons.) Korean	Section I – English Test and Section III – General Aptitude Test
B.A. (Hons.)	B.A. (Hons.) Chinese	Section I – English Test and Section III – General Aptitude Test
B.A. (Hons.)	B.A. (Hons.) French	Section I – English Test and Section III – General Aptitude Test
B.A. (Hons.)	B.A. (Hons.) German	Section I – English Test and Section III – General Aptitude Test
B.A. (Hons.)	B.A. (Hons.) Spanish	Section I – English Test and Section III – General Aptitude Test
B.A. (Hons.)	B.A. (Hons.) Russian	Section I – English Test and Section III – General Aptitude Test
B.Sc. Programme in Ayurveda Biology	Ayurveda Biology	Section I – Sanskrit, and Section II- Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, and Section III- General Aptitude Test. [Candidates can choose any one subject, either Biology or Mathematics, as the Fifth subject.

NTA CUET JNU Exam Pattern for COP Courses 2025

The university offers various Certificate of Proficiency programs in various foreign languages as listed below. The CUET exam pattern is similar for most of these programs. You must also check the JNU foreign language entrance exam syllabus to cover all the topics. 

Degree	Programme/ Course offered	CUET Jawaharlal Nehru University exam pattern
COP	Mongolian	Section I – English Test and Section III – General Aptitude Test
COP	Bhasha Indonesia	Section I – English Test and Section III – General Aptitude Test
COP	Urdu	Section I – English Test and Section III – General Aptitude Test
COP	Pashto	Section I – English Test and Section III – General Aptitude Test
COP	Uzbek	Section I – English Test and Section III – General Aptitude Test
COP	Hebrew	Section I – English Test and Section III – General Aptitude Test
COP	Pali	Section I – English Test and Section III – General Aptitude Test
COP	Sanskrit Computational Linguistics	Section I – English Test and Section III – General Aptitude Test
COP	Yoga Philosophy	Section I – English Test and Section III – General Aptitude Test
COP	Vedic Culture	Section I – English Test and Section III – General Aptitude Test
COP	Sanskrit	Section I – English Test and Section III – General Aptitude Test
COP	Natya Shastra	Section I – English Test and Section III – General Aptitude Test
COP	Health Awareness and Wellness	Section I – English Test and Section III – General Aptitude Test
COP	Indian Philosophy	Section I – English Test and Section III – General Aptitude Test

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Key Takeaways

Understanding the CUET JNU Exam Pattern 2025 offers you a definitive advantage in your preparation journey.

• Familiarity with the pattern equips you to strategise effectively, manage time efficiently, and maximise your performance on the day of the exam.
• You must attempt Section I (English) and Section III (General Aptitude Test) for all the UG courses except B.Sc. Program in Ayurveda Biology.
• The exam will be a computer-based test. 
• There will be negative marking on the exam, so manage your attempts wisely within the allotted duration.
• Join CUET online coaching for complete preparation, doubt-clearing and week-wise quizzes.