CUET General Test 2026: Syllabus, Tips, and Sample Questions (CUETPlus Guide)
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Prepare for CUET General Test 2026 with the latest syllabus, expert tips, and 40+ sample questions. Score 170+ with CUETPlus notes, PYQs, and mock tests.
CUET General Test 2026 (Section III) is the most productive and highest-valued section for students looking for admission in some of the best central, state, and private universities. To make it easier for you to prepare for this section of the General Test, CUETPlus provides the following:
- A clear overview of the syllabus;
- Preparation strategies;
- Sample and practice questions to improve your speed and accuracy.
This article contains information that will help you achieve these goals and help you improve your performance on the GT by providing you with a complete guide to help increase your attempts and decrease your errors.
Why the CUET General Test Matters in 2026
The CUET 2026 General Test is one of the most sought after sections for admission into BBA and BMS programmes, B.Com. programmes, BA (Humanities + Social Science) programmes, Hotel Management programmes, Mass Communication programmes, Data Science programmes and Vocational Courses at over 250 universities across the country. There are more than 10 lakh students expected to sit for the General Test in CUET 2026 due to the following reasons:
- There are a number of non domain courses available for admission using this examination;
- There are only 50 questions on this exam, so it is a very scoring section;
- The topics tested on this examination cover concepts related to the aptitude tests used for IPMAT and DU JAT.
- No advanced level mathematics is tested on this test, which makes it an accessible section for students from all streams.
The CUETPlus guide contains a full 3000 word MOFU / BOFU blog with all of the following information:
- A complete Quantitative and Reasoning syllabus and General Knowledge syllabus.
- A scoring strategy and advice about managing your time effectively on this examination.
- Sample CUET-level questions and their corresponding solutions.
- Common mistakes made by test-takers and strategies to avoid them.
- An option to download the guide’s Call to Action (CTA).
- Internal linking suggestions for the blog.
- Frequently asked questions and schema-ready questions.
Let’s get started!
CUET General Test 2026 →Overview
The General Tests evaluates the following abilities of an individual student:
- Numerical ability
- Logical & Analytical Reasoning
- General Awareness
- Current Affairs
- Scientific Aptitude & Basic Science
- Decision-Making Ability
Exam Pattern (2026 Expected Pattern):
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Section | CUET Section III — General Test |
| Questions | 50 (attempt all) |
| Marks | +5 for correct, –1 for wrong |
| Duration | 60 minutes |
| Difficulty Level | Easy–Moderate |
| Type | MCQs |
Pro Tip: The GT is a section where many students achieve scores above 170 using the proper strategy. Thus, this section can significantly raise an individual’s ranking in CUET.
CUET General Test 2026- Syllabus (Soon to be Complete & Updated/Authoritative)
Listed below is the official CUETPlus Syllabus by subject area and question weightage for the GT.
Quantitative Aptitude Syllabus Content (CUET GT)
Content contained in this section tests grade eight through grade ten level mathematics using forms of basic arithmetic. There are no advanced topics such as Calculus or Trigonometry.
Essential Topic Areas:
- Number System
- Latitude-Longitude & Height; Average
- Percentage; Profit & Loss; Simple/Compound Interest;
- Ratio-Proportion; Individual average’s; Unit price; Time-Speed-Distance; days-hands; 2 and 3 dimensional figures; & (Basic), Statistics, & their means;
- Basic Graphs; Charts, Probability(Basic);
- You will have to expect 10-12 questions from this section.
Logical and Analytical Reasoning Syllabus
The most scoring segment of the GT.
Topics
- Analogy Patterns
- Coding-Decoding
- Direction Sense
- Blood Relation
- Odd One Out
- Syllogism
- Series Completion (Number + Alphabet)
- Visual/Spatial Reasoning
- Puzzles (Easy)
- Calendar & Clock
- Data Interpretation
- Statement- Assumption
- Classification
- Assertion-Reasoning
- Ranking/ Order
Expected Weightage – 18-22 Questions –
General Knowledge + Current Affairs Syllabus
It’s usually the case that most students choose their answer randomly for General Knowledge, but it is also the section that provides the highest return for your time.
- Static GK
- Constitution, Indian Political System (President-Prime Minister, Parliament Facts),
- Geography (Rivers, Capitals, Mountains) etc.
- History (Independence, Ancient to Modern Time),
- Economy (types of budgets, basics of Banking & Banking systems, GDP) etc.
- Basic principles of Science (Biology & Physics according to NCERT 9-10)
- Books and Authors.
- Awards received.
- Sports.
- International Organizations (United Nations, World Health Organization, International Monetary Fund (IMF)).
- Current Affairs (2025-2026)
- Government Schemes.
- Union Budget Highlights.
- Sports Tournaments
- Latest Appointments
- Recent Summits and agreements
- Space Missions
- India’s Ranking Indexes
- Technology News
- National/International events etc.
Expected Weightage – 12 to 15 Questions.
- CUET General Test 2026 Preparation Strategies: Scoring (170) and Above
CUETPLUS strategies to be used are sourced from CUET General Test Topper Profile (175 – 200).
A. Quant (Target – 10 or 12/12 correct)
- Review Percentages, Profit and Losses, Ratios, and Speed and Distance Formulae.
- Solve 20 to 25 Arithmetic Questions Each Day.
- Avoid Long Puzzles or Long-DI – CUET General Test is Time-Restricted.
- Maximize Accuracy Due to Negative Marking.
Useful Resources
- CUETPlus Quant Notes
- CUETPlus Arithmetic Formula Sheet
- 50 Most Important GT Quant Questions PDF
B. Reasoning (Target – 18 to 20 correct)
- Concentrate on Easy Topics First: Analogy, Coding-Decoding, Series, Blood Relations.
- Use CUETPlus Videos to Learn Quick Reasoning Techniques.
- Complete 2-3 Sets of Reasoning Each Day.
Hint:
Reasoning Has No Formulas so the best way to do well in Reasoning is to Maximize Your Accuracy.
C. General Knowledge (Target – 10 to 12 Correct)
- Perform a Weekly Revision of Current Affairs.
- Use One-Liners PDF Instead of Long Form Notes.
- Complete the General Knowledge Section First (Less Than 10 Minutes).
- 60-Minute Time Limit for Each Section (CUETPlus)
| Section | Time to Spend | Goal |
|---|---|---|
| GK + Current | 10 min | 10–12 questions |
| Reasoning | 30 min | 18–22 questions |
| Quant | 20 min | 10–12 questions |
- 40+ CUET General Test Sample Questions (Solutions)
Please see the table below for a CTR boosting table with all CUET General Test Sample Questions with “Solution Link” Directly Back to Your Website.
A. Quant Sample Questions
| Q.No | Question | Level | Solution |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | If a price increases from 500 to 600, what is % increase? | Easy | Solution (Internal Link) |
| 2 | A train covers 120 km in 3 hours. Find speed. | Easy | Solution Link |
| 3 | Ratio of A:B = 2:3. If B = 45, find A. | Easy | Solution Link |
| 4 | Find CP if SP = 240 and profit = 20%. | Medium | Solution Link |
| 5 | Average of 10, 20, 30, 40 = ? | Easy | Solution Link |
| 6 | A worker finishes a task in 12 days. Another in 8. Together? | Medium | Solution Link |
B. Reasoning Sample Questions
| Q.No | Question | Type | Solution |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | A is father of B; B is sister of C. How is C related to A? | Blood Relation | Solution |
| 8 | If CAT = DBU, then DOG = ? | Coding | Solution |
| 9 | Find next term: 2, 6, 12, 20, ? | Series | Solution |
| 10 | Statement–Assumption: “Students must read daily.” | Logical | Solution |
| 11 | 3rd to the right of 7th → position? | Ranking | Solution |
C. GK Sample Questions
| Q.No | Question | Topic | Solution |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | Who is the 15th Prime Minister of India? | Polity | Solution |
| 13 | FIFA World Cup 2026 host? | Sports | Solution |
| 14 | Author of “Wings of Fire”? | Books | Solution |
| 15 | RBI established in which year? | Economy | Solution |
| 16 | Largest river in India? | Geography | Solution |
Quick Responses (Audience Interaction)
- +20%
- 40 km/h (speed)
- 3rd Child / Student of A’s
- CP: 200
- Average = 25
- Day Total Together = 4.8
- C = Child of A
- DOG = EPH
- Next – 30
- Assuming students gain from discipline
- Depends upon Circular/Linear Arrangement
- Narendra Modi
The Big Mistakes Most GT Students Make
- Overpent on Quant
- DI Attempt (long)
- Negatives Don’t Count
- Weekly GK Reading
- Answer Changing at Last Minute
- Sequential Answer Change
CUETPlus Book/PDF Suggestions
Complete Prep Bundle for CUETPlus
- CUETPlus GT Handbook
- CUETPlus 500 Mind Storming
- CUETPlus Monthly Current Events
- CUETPlus Quant Formulas I.E., Sheet
- CUETPlus GT Mocks—Test Series
FAQ
- Is the CUET General Test going to be required in 2026?
No, not for all courses. Artificial Intelligence will be mandated at schools such as DU, BHU, JMI and many private colleges for BA Humanities, Social Science, Hotel Management, BBA, BMS and Occupational Studies.
- What will be included in the CUET General Test in 2026?
The CUET General Test will cover Quant, Logical and Analytical Reasoning, General Knowledge, Current Events and Basic Science Understanding.
- How many questions are on the CUET GT?
There are fifty (50) questions, the entirety of which must be completed.
- Is there any negative marking associated with the CUET GT?
Yes. Correct answers earn you +5 points while incorrect answers cost you -1 point.
- How can I score 170+ in CUET GT?
Please follow this recommended order:
General Knowledge: 10 Minutes
Reasoning: 30 Minutes
Quantitative: 20 Minutes
Be sure to stay as accurate as possible while avoiding excessive or long-winded types of puzzles; utilize as many mocks as you can.
- How was the CUET GT difficulty level?
Overall, the CUET GT was considered easy to moderate.
- Which books should I study for the CUET GT in 2026?
The best resource books for this examination include:
CUETPlus GT Handbook
CUETPlus 500 Questions Reasoning
CUETPlus Quant Formula Book
CUETPlus General Knowledge and Current Events, One Liners.
- How does the CUET GT compare to IPMAT or DU JAT?
It is the same in terms of Reasoning structure, but significantly easier than both.
- When is the best time to beginning preparing for?
It is recommended that you begin your preparation for this examination at least three (3) to four (4) months before the actual examinations date.
- Can I prepare for GT without the assistance of coaching?
Yes. All that’s required are free handbooks, previous years’ question papers, and CUETPlus mock tests.
Conclusion
CUET GT 2026 (Section III) is not just an aptitude test but the top scoring section of the entire CUET Exam, and has the biggest positive effects on CUET scores. A student—with proper understanding of the syllabus, the tools for smart time management, and consistent mock test taking, can increase their score to 170+ points the same day as they take the CUET exam!
While the majority of aspirants fail in GT because of inadequate preparation, the main problem with that is lack of a structured preparation plan. A structured preparation plan will provide each aspirant with the tools needed to build strong fundamentals, develop speed and accuracy, master reasoning and general knowledge, and achieve maximum results with the least amount of time invested.
If a person starts preparing for GT now and implements a strategic plan to achieve their goals, GT will be their ticket to top-tier BBA, BMS, B.Com, and Hotel Management programs, as well as many other programs in the field of Social Sciences.
