Common University Entrance Test(CUET)
A national-level entrance exam conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for admission to undergraduate and postgraduate programs in participating universities across India. It provides a single platform for admission to over 230 universities, including central, state, and private institutions, and is a major entrance examination for many undergraduate courses.
Key details about CUET
Purpose: To offer a standardized and equitable admission process for students seeking admission to undergraduate and postgraduate programs in a wide range of universities through a single test.
Conducting Body: The National Testing Agency (NTA) is responsible for conducting the exam.
Participants: Over 230 universities, including central, state, private, and deemed universities, participate in CUET.
Mode: The exam is conducted in a computer-based mode (CBT) and takes place in multiple phases depending on the number of candidates.
Frequency: It is held once a year.
Exam structure
The CUET is structured to test candidates on a variety of subjects. The specific sections and subjects depend on the program and university the student is applying for.
For undergraduate programs, the exam generally includes sections on:
Language (e.g., English, Hindi)
Domain-specific subjects relevant to the chosen course
A general test covering general knowledge, logical reasoning, and numerical ability