LIVECUET UG 2026 May 19 Exam LIVE: Paper Analysis, Difficulty Level, Guidelines
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• Updated on 19 May, 2026, 8:09 AM, • 39 minutes ago by Amrita Das
CUET UG 2026 Shift 1 and Shift 2 examinations are being conducted on May 19 across multiple exam centres in India and abroad. Students can check subject-wise paper analysis, expected good attempts, exam pattern and difficulty level.
CUET UG 2026 Shift 1 and Shift 2 examinations are being conducted today, May 19, 2026, across various centres in India and abroad. The National Testing Agency (NTA) is conducting the undergraduate entrance examination in multiple shifts for admission to central, state and participating universities.
Students appearing for the examination can check the CUET UG 2026 paper analysis, subject-wise difficulty level, memory-based questions and expected good attempts. The examination will continue till May 31, 2026, in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode.
CUET UG 2026 Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme
Candidates appearing for the examination must understand the latest exam structure and marking criteria. The CUET UG question papers are based on the revised exam pattern prescribed by NTA. Check the important exam details below.
|
Particulars |
Details |
|
Number of Questions |
50 |
|
Exam Duration |
60 Minutes |
|
Total Marks |
250 |
|
Optional Questions |
No |
|
Exam Mode |
CBT Mode |
The following marking scheme will be followed for evaluation.
|
Response Type |
Marks |
|
Correct Answer |
+5 Marks |
|
Incorrect Answer |
-1 Mark |
|
Unattempted Question |
0 Marks |
CUET UG 2026 Subject-Wise Difficulty Level
Based on students’ reactions from previous shifts, the overall difficulty level remained moderate. However, English and General Test sections were comparatively lengthy. The subject-wise difficulty level is provided below.
|
Subject |
Difficulty Level |
|
English |
Moderate to Tough |
|
General Test |
Moderate |
|
Accountancy |
Moderate |
|
Business Studies |
Easy to Moderate |
|
Economics |
Moderate |
|
Physics |
Easy to Moderate |
|
Chemistry |
Easy to Moderate |
|
Geography |
Easy |
|
Political Science |
Easy to Moderate |
|
History |
Moderate |
|
Sociology |
Easy to Moderate |
|
Mathematics |
Moderate |
CUET UG 2026 Paper Analysis
Students reported that most questions were NCERT-based and concept-driven. Several sections included statement-based and match-the-column questions. Check the important CUET UG paper analysis below.
|
Subject |
Key Topics Asked |
|
English |
Phrasal verbs, vocabulary, RC passages |
|
Mathematics |
Integrals, differential equations, matrices |
|
Physics |
Current electricity, electromagnetic concepts |
|
Chemistry |
Organic chemistry, name reactions |
|
Accountancy |
Partnership, capital adjustment |
|
General Test |
GK, reasoning, current affairs |
CUET UG 2026 Good Attempts and Expected Scores
Candidates can estimate their performance using expected good attempts for each section. Scores above 700 are expected to remain competitive for top universities. The expected good attempts are given below.
|
Section |
Good Attempt |
|
Language Section |
35-40 Questions |
|
Domain Subjects |
30-40 Questions |
|
General Aptitude Test |
30-35 Questions |
The expected score range is listed below.
|
Score Range |
Expected Percentile |
|
900 and Above |
98-99 Percentile |
|
700-850 |
90+ Percentile |
|
600-700 |
80+ Percentile |
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400-650 |
Below 80 Percentile |
CUET UG 2026 Exam Day Guidelines
Students must carry all required documents while reporting to the examination centre. Entry to the examination hall is allowed only after verification and frisking procedures. Candidates should keep the following documents ready before reaching the exam centre.
- CUET UG 2026 Admit Card
- Valid photo identity proof
- Passport-size photograph
- Transparent water bottle
- Required stationery items
NTA is expected to release the official CUET UG 2026 answer key after the completion of all examination shifts.
LIVE UPDATE
CUET UG 2026 Shift 1 Exam Begins Across India
The National Testing Agency started the CUET UG 2026 Shift 1 examination on May 19, 2026. Candidates entered centres after frisking and document verification procedures. Important details related to the examination are provided below.
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Particulars |
Details |
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Shift Timing |
9 AM to 12 PM |
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Exam Mode |
CBT |
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Conducting Body |
NTA |
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Exam Date |
May 19, 2026 |
CUET UG 2026 English Paper Found Moderate to Tough
Students appearing for the English paper stated that vocabulary and reading comprehension carried higher weightage. Many questions were indirect and time-consuming. The important highlights are listed below.
- More questions from phrasal verbs
- Vocabulary section lengthy
- RC passages indirect
- Overall level moderate to tough
CUET UG 2026 May 19 Shift 1 Gates Closed
The exam centre gates for CUET UG 2026 May 19 Shift 1 exam has closed. The exam will begin at 9 AM.
CUET UG 2026 General Test Included Tough GK Questions
Candidates reported that the General Test section contained several tricky current affairs and GK questions. Reasoning questions were comparatively easier. Check the section analysis below.
|
Topic |
Difficulty |
|
GK |
Tough |
|
Reasoning |
Easy |
|
Mathematics |
Low Weightage |
CUET UG 2026 Commerce Subjects Show Moderate Difficulty
Commerce stream candidates found Accountancy and Economics moderate, while Business Studies remained easier. The subject-wise level is given below.
|
Subject |
Difficulty |
|
Accountancy |
Moderate |
|
Economics |
Moderate |
|
Business Studies |
Easy to Moderate |
|
Mathematics |
Moderate |
CUET UG 2026 Science Subjects Mostly NCERT-Based
Students stated that Physics and Chemistry papers mainly followed NCERT concepts with fewer numerical questions. Important observations are mentioned below.
- Organic Chemistry had maximum questions
- Physics theory questions dominated
- Few numerical questions asked
- Current electricity important in Physics
CUET UG 2026 Good Score Above 700 Expected for Top Colleges
Candidates targeting DU, BHU and JNU are expected to require high percentile scores for admission. The expected score analysis is given below.
|
Score |
Percentile |
|
900+ |
98-99 |
|
700-850 |
90+ |
|
600-700 |
80+ |
CUET UG 2026 Conducted in 321 Exam Centres
NTA is conducting the examination across 321 centres in India and abroad in multiple shifts. Key examination details are provided below.
- Total exam days: 21
- Total shifts: 35
- Exam mode: CBT
- Last exam date: May 31, 2026
CUET UG 2026 Negative Marking Rule Remains Applicable
NTA confirmed that negative marking is applicable in all CUET UG 2026 papers. Candidates can check the marking scheme below.
|
Response |
Marks |
|
Correct Answer |
+5 |
|
Incorrect Answer |
-1 |
|
Unattempted |
0 |
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