CUET UG 2025 Paper Analysis: May 24th Shift 2

CUET Exam Pattern 2025

The CUET UG 2025 exam is structured to assess various skills across multiple subjects. Below is a detailed breakdown of the exam pattern:

Sections	Subjects / Tests	No. of Questions	Question Type
Section IA	13 different languages (any one can be chosen)	50	Reading Comprehension based on different types of passages – Factual, Literary, and Narrative; includes Literary Aptitude and Vocabulary
Section II	23 domain-specific subjects (choose as per eligibility)	50	MCQs based on the NCERT Class XII syllabus
Section III	General Test (for programs where it’s used for admission)	50	General Knowledge, Current Affairs, General Mental Ability, Numerical Ability, Quantitative Reasoning (up to Grade 8 level), Logical and Analytical Reasoning

CUET UG 2025 Exam Analysis: Based on the Number of Attempts

Candidates can check the number of good attempts that they can expect in the exam from the following table.

CUET UG Subjects	Difficulty Level	Good Attempts
English	Easy to Moderate	45
General Aptitude Test	Difficult	25-30
Chemistry	Moderate	35-40
Economics	Moderate	30-35
Business Studies	Easy to Moderate	35-40
Accountancy	Moderate	30-35

CUET UG 2025 Exam Analysis: May 24 2025, Shift 2

The CUET exam date 2025 of May 24th, shift 2, for the English, General Aptitude Test, Chemistry, Economics, Business Studies, and Accountancy paper. As per the students’ initial reaction, the exam for the Shift 2 is considered Moderate. Check out the subject-specific analysis and weightage of each chapter.

CUET UG 2025 GAT Paper Analysis

Students found the GAT paper increasingly challenging, mainly due to the high weightage of calculation-heavy Quantitative Aptitude questions, especially on topics like Linear Programming. Moreover, students found the reasoning questions were moderate in difficulty and focused on relation-based problems, appearing more in morning shifts. However, the Current Affairs had very few questions and were mostly static or logic-based. Many students struggled with time management, but those well-prepared felt the paper was still attainable despite its moderate to difficult level.

Section	Details / Notes	Weightage / Difficulty
Current Affairs	Very few questions (7); mostly static and logic-based GK	Low weightage
Quantitative Aptitude	High weightage; calculation-intensive, focus on LPP (Linear Programming Problems)	High difficulty; major part of the GAT paper
Reasoning	Moderate weightage; relation-based problems are common, more in the morning shifts	Moderate difficulty
Overall GAT Paper	Moderate weightage; relation-based problems are common, more in morning shifts	Moderate to difficult, attemptable if well-prepared

General Awareness-Chapterwise Weightage

The table below highlights the importance and distribution of different subjects within the General Awareness subject.

Category	Expected Questions
Geography	7
Science	4
Personalities	4
Polity	3
Defence	2
Awards	2
Sports	1
Currency	1
Miscellaneous	1

Logical reasoning-Chapterwise Weightage

Topic	Expected Questions
Visual Reasoning	4
Series	2
Coding-Decoding	2
Arrangement	2
Clocks	2
Analogy	1
Family Tree	1
Calendar	1
Data Sufficiency	1
Directions	1
Statement-Conclusion	1

Numerical Ability-Chapterwise Weightage

Topic	Expected Questions
Time and Work	2
Ratio	2
Simplification	1
Fractions	1
HCF-LCM	1
Problems on Age	1
Percentage	1
Profit, Loss & Discount	1
Simple Interest	1
Area	1
Volume	1
Speed, Time, Distance	1
Mean & Mode	1
Triangle	1
Trigonometry	1

CUET UG 2025 English Paper Analysis

Students found the English paper to be mostly moderate and manageable. Vocabulary questions, especially antonyms like “insolvent” and commonly asked words such as “peevish,” “belligerent,” and “unkempt,” carried high weightage. Moreover, sentence rearrangement and phrasal verbs appeared frequently but were not too difficult. However, the reading comprehension section included three passages, with one being slightly challenging due to its indirect questions. Students also found that Grammar had fewer questions, focusing mainly on adverbs, prepositions, and tenses. Idioms, proverbs, poetic devices, homophones, and one-word substitutions were present and required moderate attention. Overall, students who focused on vocabulary and familiar question types found the paper easy to attempt.

Topic	Details / Examples	Weightage / Notes
Grammar	Mainly Adverbs, Prepositions (e.g., “Due to”), Tense, Conjunctions, Models	Low (around 5 questions)
Antonyms	High focus; example: Insolvent (with antonym Solvent)	High
Synonyms	Present but less than antonyms	Moderate
Vocabulary Words	Peevish, Belligerent, Unkempt, Bankrupt, Defy, Precarious, Vague, Clumsy, Stingy, Indolence, Voracious, Cloudy, Sloth, Profound	High
Sentence Rearrangement	8–12 questions	Moderate to High
Idioms & Phrases	Bury the Hatchet, Tooth and Nail	Moderate
Phrasal Verbs	Cut (cut down, cut out), Put (put off, put on), Iron, Look (look out, look through), Call Off, Pay Off, Bring Up, Take Down	Frequent
Poetic Devices	Simile, Metaphor, Personification, Hyperbole, Alliteration, Polyndeton, Oxymoron (e.g., Defining Silence)	Moderate
Homophones & Homonyms	Principal vs Principle, Bail vs Bale, Wave vs Waive, Stationary vs Stationery, Censor vs Censure, new vs knew	Important
Reading Comprehension (RC)	3 passages: 2 easy, 1 tough (indirect questions); Topics include grandfather’s routine, story, aim/purpose/goal	Moderate
One-Word Substitution	Vocabulary-based	Moderate
Figures of Speech	Matching questions (Oxymoron, Metaphor, Homophone, Alliteration)	Low to Moderate

CUET English Chapterwise Weightage

The table below highlights the importance and distribution of different subjects within the English subject.

Topics	Number of Questions
Comprehension	15
Parts of speech	3–4
Para jumbles	3–4
Synonyms and antonyms	2–3
Active/passive voice	3–4
Fill in the blanks	3–4
Incorrect/correct statement	3–4
Phrases and meaning	5–6

CUET UG 2025 Chemistry Paper Analysis

Students found the Chemistry paper to be moderately challenging but mostly as expected with Organic Chemistry being the highest weightage with questions on IUPAC naming, reactions, and conversions. However, Physical and Inorganic Chemistry were well represented with questions on solutions, kinetics, electrochemistry, and D & F block elements. Many students found numerical questions easy to moderate, requiring conceptual understanding. Topics like amino acid codes and vitamin deficiency diseases caused some difficulty.

Section	Details / Topics Covered	Number of Questions / Notes
Overall Difficulty	Moderate	Several basic numericals
Weightage Distribution	Organic Chemistry (high weightage), Physical, Inorganic	Organic: 25–27, Inorganic: 10–11, Physical: 12–13
Paragraph-Based Qs	Coordination Chemistry (confirmed), possibly Kinetics	2 passages
Solutions	Formula matching (Molarity, Molality, etc.), Colligative Properties, Solubility vs Temperature, Henry’s Law	~6 questions; very easy
Chemical Kinetics	First order reactions, reaction rates, related concepts	First order reactions, reaction rates, and related concepts
Electrochemistry	Nernst equation, log KC calculation, Kohlrausch’s Law	2 questions; easy
D & F Block Elements	Oxidation numbers, redox reactions, magnetic moment	4–5 questions
Organic Chemistry	IUPAC naming, oxidation reactions, Fittig, Diazotisation, SN1/SN2, Kolbe reaction, nucleophilic addition/reactivity, acidic/basic strength, Wolf-Kishner Reduction	25–27 questions total (part of organic)
Biomolecules	Milk sugar (Lactose), enzymes, amino acid one-letter codes, DNA fingerprinting	Few questions; amino acid codes tricky
Other Topics	EDTA, vitamin deficiency diseases (e.g. Beri-beri), tests differentiating aniline/amine	2–3 questions
Numerical Difficulty	Mostly easy to moderate with conceptual reasoning	—

CUET Chemistry-Chapterwise Weightage

The table below highlights the importance and distribution of different subjects within the Chemistry subject.

Topics	Number of Questions
Solid State	4
Electrochemistry & Solutions	5 (Case study – Slightly difficult)
Chemical Kinetics	2–3
P Block Elements	2–3
D and F Block Elements	5 (Case study – Easy)
Coordination Compounds	5–6 (Moderately difficult)
Alcohols, Phenols, and Ethers	4–5
Aldehydes, Ketones, and Carboxylic Acids	3–4
Organic Compounds Containing Nitrogen	4
Polymers	1–2
Chemistry in Everyday Life	1–2

CUET UG 2025 Economics, Business Studies, Accountancy Paper Analysis

Students found Economics and Accountancy to be moderately challenging, with a balanced mix of theory and numerical questions requiring good conceptual understanding. Economics included assertion-reason and case-based questions on key topics like National Income and Money Banking. Moreover, Business Studies was seen as easier to moderate, featuring mostly direct NCERT questions and manageable case studies. Though some application questions were tricky, students felt the paper was time-manageable and scored overall.

Subject	Difficulty Level	Key Details / Topics Covered
Economics	Moderate	Mix of micro and macroeconomics; assertion-reason and case-based questions; numerical and graphical formula-based; topics: National Income, Government Budget, Money and Banking
Business Studies	Easy to Moderate	Many direct NCERT and manageable case-based questions; topics: Principles of Management, Marketing, Staffing, Financial Management; some tricky application questions but time-manageable and scoring
Accountancy	Moderate	Partnership Accounts, Company Accounts, Financial Statement Analysis; mix of numerical and theory; analytical thinking needed; tricky MCQs due to similar options; aligned with NCERT

CUET Economics Chapterwise Weightage

The table below highlights the importance and distribution of different subjects within the Economics subject.

Chapter/Topic	Number of Questions
Consumer Behavior and Demand	6–7
Introductory Microeconomics	2
Balance of Payments	4–5
Government Budget and the Economy	3–4
Determination of Income and Employment	3–4
National Income	3–4
Money and Banking	2–3
Rural Development	4–5
Indian Economy (1950–1990)	2–3
Infrastructure	2–3
Development Experiences of India (Comparison with Neighbors)	2–3
Indian Economy on the Eve of Independence	1–2
Economic Reforms since 1991	1–2

CUET Business Studies Chapterwise Weightage

The table below highlights the importance and distribution of different subjects within the Business Studies subject.

Topics	Number of Questions
Nature and Significance of Management	5-6
Principles of Management	2-3
Business Environment	3-4
Planning	2
Organizing	5
Staffing	6
Directing	4-5
Controlling	4-5
Marketing	5-6 (including case studies)
Consumer Protection	2
Entrepreneurship Development	2

CUET Accountancy Chapterwise Weightage

The table below highlights the importance and distribution of different subjects within the Accountancy subject.

Topics	Number of Questions
Reconstitution of Partnership	10–12
Analysis of Financial Statements	7–8
Accounting for Share and Debenture Capital	6–7
Accounting – Not for Profit	5–6
Computerized Accounting System	4–5

Student Reviews For CUET UG 2025 May 24th Shift 2 Exam

Most students from different states found CUET UG 2025 Shift 2, which was held on May 24th, was Moderate. Here is a summary of what students perceived about the exam.

Chemistry: Students found it moderately difficult but mostly as expected. Organic Chemistry had high weightage with many reaction and nomenclature questions. Physical and Inorganic topics were well-covered with easy to moderate numericals. Some topics like amino acid codes and vitamin deficiency caused minor challenges.

GAT (General Aptitude Test): Quantitative Aptitude was the toughest section with heavy calculation-based questions, especially on Linear Programming. Reasoning was moderate with relation-based problems, and Current Affairs questions were few. Time management was a concern for some.

English: The paper was moderate and vocabulary-focused, with high emphasis on antonyms, synonyms, idioms, phrasal verbs, and sentence rearrangement. Reading comprehension included three passages with indirect questions. Grammar questions were fewer but needed attention.

Economics: Moderate difficulty with a mix of micro and macro questions, assertion-reason formats, and numerical/graphical interpretation on topics like National Income and Money Banking.

Business Studies: Easy to moderate, mostly direct NCERT questions and manageable case-based ones. Topics included Principles of Management and Marketing. Application questions were tricky but scoring.

Accountancy: Moderate level with a balance of theory and numerical questions on Partnership and Company Accounts. Some MCQs were tricky due to similar options but aligned with NCERT syllabus.

CUET UG 2025 Exam Day Guidelines

Given below are a few CUET UG 2025 exam day guidelines that students need to follow.

• Carry Only Required Items: Only take your printed admit card (with passport-size photograph), your valid photo ID (Aadhaar or PAN card), a transparent ballpoint pen, and a transparent water bottle. Candidates can check all the CUET exam details on the admit card and are advised to adhere to the instructions.
• Be On Time: Report to the exam center well in advance relative to your reporting time (7:00 AM for Shift 1 and 1:00 PM for Shift 2). If you are late, you will not be allowed to enter. 
• Prohibited Items: Do not bring mobile phones, smart watches, electronic devices, bags, books, or food if not medically required (with documentation). 
• Maintain Discipline: Be seated in your assigned seat, only do rough work on the sheets provided, and do not perform any unfair practice or make any noise in the exam hall.
• Time Management: It is a critical challenge across subjects, especially with lengthy sections like RC or Quant. It’s advised to tackle easy questions first.
• The Normalisation Factor: This factor will account for variations in difficulty across shifts. The focus should be on attempting as many questions with 100% accuracy.

CUET Dress Code For Females

Category	Allowed	Not Allowed
Clothing	Half-sleeved, simple kurtis/tops	Full-sleeved, heavily embroidered, or layered clothing
Bottom Wear	Simple leggings, trousers, salwar	Skirts, jeans with extra pockets
Footwear	Slippers, flat sandals	Heels, closed-toe shoes, boots
Accessories	None	Jewelry (earrings, rings, bangles, bracelets, belts)
Electronic Items	None	Smartwatches, Bluetooth devices, and wired accessories

CUET Dress Code 2025 for Males

Category	Allowed	Not Allowed
Clothing	Half-sleeved, plain shirts or t-shirts	Full-sleeved shirts, layered clothing, and embroidery
Bottom Wear	Light trousers, simple jeans	Cargo pants, jeans with too many pockets
Footwear	Slippers, sandals	Shoes, sneakers, boots
Accessories	None	Watches, belts, caps, sunglasses, metallic items
Electronic Items	None	Smartwatches, Bluetooth devices, and wired accessories

Things Allowed Inside the Examination Hall

• Transparent Water Bottle
• Admit Card (printed copy)
• Face Mask & Gloves (if applicable)
• Personal Hand Sanitiser (50 ml)
• Rough Sheets (provided by the exam centre)
• Passport-size Photograph (same as uploaded in the application)
• Simple Black/Blue Ballpoint Pen (if specified)
• Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhar, PAN, Passport, etc.)

Things Not Allowed Inside the Examination Hall

• Books, Notes, or Any Study Material
• Mobile Phones & Smartwatches
• Wallets, Handbags, Sunglasses
• Bags, Pouches, or Any Items with Metal Components
• Electronic Gadgets (earphones, calculators, etc.)
• Jewellery, Caps, or Hats
• Food or Drinks (except water)
• Any Written or Printed Papers

What’s New In CUET UG 2025?

Check out some new changes introduced by UGC and which will be implemented from CUET UG 2025 onwards.

• Students can now take CUET UG exams in any subject, regardless of their Class 12th subjects.
• CUET UG will be conducted solely in CBT mode.
• CUET subjects have been reduced to 37 from 63. Teaching Aptitude, Entrepreneurship, and Legal Studies subjects has been removed.
• The duration of the test is 60 minutes for all the subjects.
• The GAT scores will decide the admission for the removed CUET subjects.
• There will be no optional questions.

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