The Common University Entrance Test (CUET) for undergraduates in 2025 is blazing the trail with its new schedule laid out by the National Testing Agency (NTA). From May 8 to June 1, potential university students will have the opportunity to showcase their skills in a highly anticipated computer-based format. This event spreads across a staggering 354 cities in India and extends its reach to 26 cities worldwide, ensuring a broad range of participation.
For those gearing up to participate, the choice of up to five subjects from a diverse palette of 37 is on offer. Candidates can select from 13 languages, various domain-specific subjects, and the General Aptitude Test. However, notable exclusions this time around include Entrepreneurship, Teaching Aptitude, and Legal Studies, which have been snipped from the roster. The uniform 60-minute time slot for each subject is a new introduction aiming to streamline the process and make things a bit more predictable for test-takers.
The race to register for this exam was tightly packed into March, specifically from the 1st to the 22nd. For those who needed to tweak their applications, there was a window in the first week of April to get things right. As the exam date looms closer, admit cards and venue specifics are set to be released in May. With over 205 universities, including the likes of Delhi University, Banaras Hindu University, and Jawaharlal Nehru University, using these scores as a gateway for admissions, the stakes are undeniably high.
Who can take the CUET? Well, if you've completed or are currently immersed in your Class 12 coursework, you're basically good to go. There aren’t any age barriers hanging over this exam, but do keep in mind that universities might have their unique set of criteria to sift through candidates.
Facing 50 multiple-choice questions for each subject, candidates will earn five points for every correct answer, but watch out—each wrong pick will cost you a point. To fill the gap left by certain subjects no longer on the list, the General Aptitude Test will come into play.
The NTA CUET official website is the go-to hub for those needing the latest scoop on updates and changes. Staying informed is key when navigating this exam, as it plays such a crucial role in landing a spot at esteemed universities across the country. So, ready your pens (or rather, your keyboards!) and prepare for this academic milestone.
