Paper I
Paper I · 6 topics · 20 sub-topics
- General Awareness & Current Affairs
- General English & Comprehension
- Numerical Ability & Quantitative Aptitude
- Logical & Analytical Reasoning
- Teaching Aptitude
- Research Methodology & Aptitude
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University & Other Entrance · CUET PG
CUET PG Syllabus and Exam Pattern
Common University Entrance Test (CUET) Postgraduate
- Sections
- 3
- Topics
- 11
- Sub-topics
- 74
- Stages
- 3
The CUET PG (Common University Entrance Test (CUET) Postgraduate) syllabus is organised into 3 sections: Paper I, Paper II and Domain Knowledge / Professional Awareness. Together they cover 11 topics and 74 sub-topics, tested in Paper I, Paper II and CUET-PG Domain Test. Below you will find every section's topics, the exam pattern and answers to common questions.
About the exam and pattern
The Common University Entrance Test (CUET) PG, conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), is the gateway for admission to postgraduate programmes across 40+ Central and State Universities, deemed universities, and other participating institutions. The exam structure is two papers: Paper I tests General Aptitude, Teaching & Research Methodology; Paper II tests the candidate's chosen domain subject. Most PG admissions are based on combined scores.
Exam pattern: CBT (Paper I + Paper II) + University-level Counselling/Interview
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General Awareness & Current Affairs
~5 marksGeneral English & Comprehension
~5 marksNumerical Ability & Quantitative Aptitude
~5 marksLogical & Analytical Reasoning
~5 marksTeaching Aptitude
~3 marksResearch Methodology & Aptitude
~2 marks
Exam pattern at a glance
CBT (Paper I + Paper II) + University-level Counselling/Interview
High-weightage CUET PG topics
- 1Domain-Specific Syllabus (Selected Popular SubjectsPaper II~75 marks
- 2General Awareness & Current AffairsPaper I~5 marks
- 3General English & ComprehensionPaper I~5 marks
- 4Numerical Ability & Quantitative AptitudePaper I~5 marks
- 5Logical & Analytical ReasoningPaper I~5 marks
- 6Teaching AptitudePaper I~3 marks
- 7Banking AwarenessDomain Knowledge / Professional Awareness~3 marks
- 8Financial AwarenessDomain Knowledge / Professional Awareness~3 marks
CUET PG section-wise syllabus
Paper II
Paper II · 2 topics · 24 sub-topics
- CUET-PG Domain Subjects (Choose One)
- Domain-Specific Syllabus (Selected Popular Subjects
Domain Knowledge / Professional Awareness
CUET-PG Domain Test · 3 topics · 30 sub-topics
- Banking Awareness
- Financial Awareness
- Banking Domain-Specific
Frequently asked questions
What is the CUET PG syllabus?
The CUET PG syllabus has 3 sections: Paper I, Paper II and Domain Knowledge / Professional Awareness. Together they cover 11 topics and 74 sub-topics.
What is the CUET PG exam pattern?
CBT (Paper I + Paper II) + University-level Counselling/Interview. Stages: Paper I, Paper II, CUET-PG Domain Test.
How many questions come from each CUET PG section?
Paper I: 25 questions (50 marks); Paper II: 75 questions (150 marks); Domain Knowledge / Professional Awareness: 50 questions (50 marks). Numbers can change with each notification.
Which CUET PG topics carry the most marks?
By weightage in the syllabus data: Domain-Specific Syllabus (Selected Popular Subjects (Paper II, ~75 marks), General Awareness & Current Affairs (Paper I, ~5 marks), General English & Comprehension (Paper I, ~5 marks), Numerical Ability & Quantitative Aptitude (Paper I, ~5 marks), Logical & Analytical Reasoning (Paper I, ~5 marks).
How can I prepare for CUET PG on Topicly?
Open any CUET PG topic on this page and choose how to study it: step-by-step chat, quizzes, mock tests, formula sheets or a voice call with Sia, your personal teacher. Your progress is saved topic by topic, and it's free to start.
Is this the official CUET PG syllabus?
It is compiled from the official CUET PG notification and exam pattern for study purposes. The conducting body can change the syllabus, so always confirm with the latest official notification.
Compiled from official notifications for study purposes. Always confirm with the conducting body's latest notification.