CUET PG MSW Syllabus 2026,Download PDF & Key Topics for Exam
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• Updated on 3 Mar, 2026, 5:16 PM, by Arman Kumar
The CUET PG MSW 2026 syllabus for the Master of Social Work entrance exam includes nine domain‑specific units covering topics from social and economic concepts to legal and sustainable technologies. Candidates can download the PDF and use recommended books to guide preparation.
Candidates planning to appear for the CUET PG MSW (Master of Social Work) entrance exam under the Common University Entrance Test for Postgraduate (CUET PG) 2026 can now access the detailed syllabus and prepare topic‑wise. The National Testing Agency (NTA) prescribes subject‑specific units that form the basis of the Social Work (HUQP21) paper, helping aspirants focus their preparation strategically
CUET PG MSW Exam Pattern Overview
Understanding the exam pattern helps candidates align their study approach before diving into the syllabus:
- Mode of Exam: Computer‑Based Test (CBT)
- Medium: English and Hindi
- Duration: 90 minutes
- Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Total Questions: 75
- Total Marks: 300 (4 marks for correct, −1 for incorrect)
- Sections: Domain‑specific Social Work knowledge
CUET PG MSW Syllabus: Nine Core Units
The CUET PG MSW syllabus is structured into nine major units that reflect key aspects of social work theory, society, and related disciplines. These units help define the scope of questions candidates may encounter in the exam:
Unit‑Wise Topics
- Social Concepts – Family, community, culture, norms, values and socialization.
- Economic Concepts – Economy, market, production, distribution, globalization and labour.
- Political Concepts – Democracy, legislature, judiciary, human rights and social justice.
- Psychological Concepts – Behaviour, personality, attitudes, emotions and intelligence.
- Environmental Concepts – Natural resources, pollution, disaster management and conservation.
- Legal Concepts – Constitution, law, litigation and fundamental rights.
- Social Reform & Movements – Social change movements, social work practice and social development.
- Social Change & Social Transformation – Concepts and drivers of societal transformation.
- Sustainable Technologies – Solar, wind, bio‑gas technologies and pollution control.
How to Download CUET PG MSW Syllabus PDF?
Candidates can obtain the CUET PG MSW syllabus PDF from the official CUET PG portal once released by the NTA. Alternatively, many educational portals provide direct downloadable links in PDF format for ease of preparation. Downloading the syllabus PDF allows students to print the content, check the unit‑by‑unit topics and plan study schedules effectively.
Recommended Preparation Strategy
To maximise performance in the social work entrance test:
- Study Each Unit Thoroughly: Focus on understanding theories and concepts rather than memorisation.
- Use Recommended Books: Guides and textbooks on social work fundamentals help clarify domain areas.
- Practice Domain Questions: Attempt previous year papers for topic familiarity and exam pattern insights.
- Mock Tests & Time Management: Simulate real‑exam conditions to improve accuracy and pacing.
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