How many Subjects are required for CUET 2025 Exam?

Overview: This blog lets you discover all the information regarding the topics needed to pass the CUET test. You will gain knowledge of the three exam portions: the general test, domain-specific topics, and languages. Let's check how many subjects are required for CUET?

The National Testing Agency (NTA) administers the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) to candidates seeking admission to the different undergraduate programs offered by all central institutions, such as the University of Delhi, Jawaharlal Nehru University, Jamia Millia Islamia, etc.

The CUET is a requirement for students who want to enrol in a central, state, private and deemed university's undergraduate program.

Their CUET results will determine whether you get admitted. However, meeting the CUET eligibility requirements is also important. 

So, how many subjects are required for CUET?

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How many Subjects are required for CUET?

CUET exam pattern has three main sections. Based on these sections, the student has to choose a minimum of 3 subjects, if required they need to take general test also based on the course and the university they choose.

From the above subjects/languages, the candidate can choose a maximum of 10 subjects from all three Sections. The examination will be conducted on multiple days in three shifts, depending on the number of candidates and subject choices.

Candidates can choose any subject that applies to their desired program. In this section, candidates need to attempt 35-40 questions out of 45-50.

The third section is the general test. This section is for undergraduate programs that require a general test for admission. Candidates need to attempt 50 out of 60 questions in this section.

From the above subjects/languages, the candidate can choose 10 subjects from all three Sections.

It is important to note that the number of questions and the marking scheme of CUET may vary for different universities. Candidates should confirm the specific requirements of the university they are applying to.

CUET Language List 2025

Check the CUET language list in the table below. 

Code	English
Section IA
101	English
102	Hindi
103	Assamese
104	Bengali
105	Gujarati
106	Kannada
107	Malayalam
108	Marathi
109	Odia
110	Punjabi
111	Tamil
112	Telugu
113	Urdu
Section IB
201	Arabic
202	Bodo
203	Chinese
204	Dogri
205	French
206	German
207	Italian
208	Japanese
209	Kashmiri
210	Konkani
211	Maithili
212	Manipuri
213	Nepali
214	Persian
215	Russian
216	Santhali
217	Sindhi
218	Spanish
219	Tibetan
220	Sanskrit

CUET Domain-Specific Subject

As per CUET 2025 syllabus, domain subjects are as follows: 

Section II	Domain-Specific Subjects
302	Agriculture
303	Anthropology
304	Biology/Biological Studies/Biotechnology/Biochemistry
305	Business Studies
306	Chemistry
307	Environmental Studies
308	Computer Science/Informatics Practices
309	Economics/Business Economics
310	Engineering Graphics
311	Entrepreneurship
312	Fine Arts/Visual Arts(Sculpture/Painting)/ Commercial Art
313	Geography/Geology
314	History
315	Home Science
316	Knowledge Tradition-Practices India
317	Legal Studies
318	Mass Media/Mass Communication
319	Mathematics
320	Performing Arts
321	Physical Education/National Cadet Corps(NCC)/ Yoga
322	Physics
323	Political Science
324	Psychology
325	Sanskrit
326	Sociology
327	Teaching Aptitude

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CUET General Test

The General Test is a replica of the most heard Aptitude Test but with a level simpler to the ones you have seen or heard in IPMAT, NPAT or JEE Main B.Arch. 50 Questions to be attempted out of 60. 

Depending on the university and course requirements you select, this exam is optional. 

• This section includes questions on general knowledge, current events, general mental ability, numerical ability, quantitative reasoning (applying fundamental mathematical concepts taught through Grade 8 in arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and measurement), and logical and analytical reasoning.
• For this portion, 50 of the 60 questions that are displayed must be answered.
• This section's questions can be attempted in a total of 60 minutes.
• The language is determined in Section I, and the questions will be in MCQ style in English.
• You have a maximum possible score of 300 for this section.

Check: CUET Answer Key 2024

Check: CUET Question Paper

Conclusion

Languages and domain-specific studies are among the many options available to students at CUET. It's crucial to choose topics that complement your hobbies and long-term objectives. Take your time looking into it and then decide after doing so. Wishing you success as you prepare for the test!

Check: CUET Preparation Strategy