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CUET Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri National Sanskrit University(SLBSRSV) Exam Pattern 2027

Author : Lalita Vishwakarma

June 16, 2026

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Overview: The Common University Entrance Test (CUET) exam pattern is designed by the NTA for every UG program at 280+ CUET-participating universities nationwide. This article particularly walks you through the CUET Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri National Sanskrit University Exam Pattern for 2027.

The University was established in 1998 by an Act of Parliament. It promotes, preserves and develops the Sanskrit language, literature, and culture. It is one of India's premier institutions for promoting the Sanskrit language and literature.

The University offers UG courses in Sanskrit, literature, and culture through the CUET admission process. Knowing the CUET Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri National Sanskrit University Exam Pattern for 2027 helps you know the:

  • Specific domain/general/optional languages for all your desired courses, with the number of questions to be attempted. 

  • The exam's sectional weightage and time duration.

CUET Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri National Sanskrit University Exam Pattern 2027

Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri National Sanskrit University offers over 20 UG (Shastri 3 years / 4 years honours) courses through CUET. The CUET exam includes 3 sections: 

Sections

Subjects/ Tests

Questions to attempt

Time Duration 

Total Marks 

Section I

13 Languages

50

60 minutes

250

Section II

23 Domain Subjects

50

60 minutes

250

Section III

General Aptitude Test

50

60 minutes

250

According to the detailed NTA CUET exam pattern and marking scheme for the academic year, these are the guidelines regarding the CUET Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri National Sanskrit University Exam format: 

  • All questions will be MCQ-type only. 

  • You can select up to 5 subjects across all 3 sections.

  • The correct answer is allocated 5 marks (+5)

  • Any incorrect answer will be deducted 1 mark (-1). 

  • Unanswered/ Marked for Review will be given no mark (0).

CUET Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri National Sanskrit University Exam Pattern 2027

The table below shows the domain / general/optional languages required for different undergraduate courses that the Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri National Sanskrit University offers.

Fill out your CUET Application Form 2027 only after thoroughly checking the CUET Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri National Sanskrit University paper pattern for the respective UG you wish to apply. 

Program / Course offered (3 years / 4 years honours)

Domain / General / Optional Languages mapped to the Programs

Shastri in Veda

Section II - Sanskrit, Section III General Aptitude Test

Shastri in Paurohitya (Karmakand)

Section II - Sanskrit, Section III General Aptitude Test

Shastri in Dharmashastra

Section II - Sanskrit, Section III General Aptitude Test

Shastri in Prachin Vyakarana

Section II - Sanskrit, Section III General Aptitude Test

Shastri in Navya Vyakarana

Section II - Sanskrit, Section III General Aptitude Test

Shastri in Phalit Jyotish

Section II - Sanskrit, Section III General Aptitude Test

Shastri in Siddhant Jyotish

Section II - Sanskrit, Section III General Aptitude Test

Shastri in Vastushastra

Section II - Sanskrit, Section III General Aptitude Test

Shastri in Sahitya

Section II - Sanskrit, Section III General Aptitude Test

Shastri in Puranetihas

Section II - Sanskrit, Section III General Aptitude Test

Shastri in Prakrit Bhasha

Section II - Sanskrit, Section III General Aptitude Test

Shastri in Prachin Nyaya Vaisheshika

Section II - Sanskrit, Section III General Aptitude Test

Shastri in Navya Nyaya

Section II - Sanskrit, Section III General Aptitude Test

Shastri in Sankhya Yoga

Section II - Sanskrit, Section III General Aptitude Test

Shastri in Jain Darshan

Section II - Sanskrit, Section III General Aptitude Test

Shastri in Mimansa

Section II - Sanskrit, Section III General Aptitude Test

Shastri in Advaita Vedanta

Section II - Sanskrit, Section III General Aptitude Test

Shastri in Vishishtadvaita Vedanta

Section II - Sanskrit, Section III General Aptitude Test

Shastri in Sarva Darshan

Section II - Sanskrit, Section III General Aptitude Test

B.A. in Yoga

Section I- Hindi / English, Section II - Sanskrit, Section III General Aptitude Test

Key Takeaways 

The CUET Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri National Sanskrit University exam pattern highlights that: 

  • Go through the CUET Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri National Sanskrit University Exam pattern pdf to ensure you choose the right subjects.
  • All the questions will be in MCQ format in the exam, carrying 5 marks each.
  • There is a negative marking of -1 in the exam for every incorrect answer.
  • The exam mode will be online for all the subjects.
  • The language, domain papers and the CUET GAT are all for 250 each.
  • You must score above the CUET Cut Off list to get admission into any of the above-listed UG programs.  

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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