CUET UG 2025 Paper Analysis: May 20th, Shift 1:

The CUET exam held on May 20th, Shift one from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM, was concluded peacefully. The National Testing Agency conducts the CUET exam every year for entrance into several undergraduate courses. The CUET UG 2025 exam, conducted on May 20th, Shift 1, is considered Easy to Moderate compared to the previous shifts. Check the detailed CUET exam analysis conducted on May 20th, Shift 1, below

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CUET UG Exam Pattern 2025

Students are tested across the language, aptitude, and subject knowledge. For each subject, candidates are given 60 minutes to complete the examination. Check the following table for a more detailed CUET exam pattern:

Section	No of Questions	Duration of the Exam	Questions Type
Section IA- Language	50 Questions	60 minutes for each subject	Questions on reading comprehension, grammar, and vocabulary are asked to test the candidate’s English proficiency.
Section II- Domain Specific	50 Questions		Questions based on the domain-specific subjects are asked to test the candidate’s subject proficiency.
Section III- General Test	50 Questions		This section assesses a candidate’s proficiency in General Knowledge, Current Affairs, Logical and Analytical Reasoning, and Mental Ability. It also evaluates Numerical and Quantitative Reasoning using fundamental concepts from arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and mensuration, typically taught up to Grade 8.

How To Check CUET UG 2025 Paper Analysis

Students are advised to check the day-wise exam analysis of the CUET UG 2025 exam as it gives them a complete picture of the examination difficulty. This also helps you understand the level of preparation you need for the CUET exam. Students can check the day-wise CUET exam analysis on our official website, collegedost.in. Collegedost provides an in-depth analysis of the CUET UG exam for each shift, key topics, subject weightage, etc.

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CUET UG Exam 2025: Shift Timings

Check the CUET UG 2025 exam shift timings here:

Exam Date	Shift	Shift Time	Reporting Time
May 20th	Shift 1	9:00 PM – 10:00 AM	7:00 AM
	Shift 2	12:00 PM – 1:00 PM	11:00 AM

CUET UG 2025 Exam Analysis: May 20th, Shift 1

As per our analysis, the CUET UG 2025 Shift 1 exam held on May 20th was fairly easy for most of the candidates. However, some of the candidates felt the exam to be moderately challenging. Check the exam analysis from the following table:

CUET 2025 Exam Analysis: General Aptitude Test

Refer to the following table for CUET exam analysis:

Section	Topics Covered	Difficulty level	Observations
Aptitude	Ratio, proportion, Statistics, probability, percentage, etc.	Lengthy and difficult	Questions were asked on topics like probability and percentage, and most of the questions were lengthy.
Reasoning	Calendar, number series, and Clock.	Moderate	Questions asked from the reasoning section were considered easy.
GK and Current Affairs	Current affairs, History, Polity, etc.	Unpredictible	Challenging questions were asked.

CUET 2025 Subject Weightage for GAT

Check the CUET GAT exam weightage given below:

CUET Exam 2025 General Awareness- Chapterwise Weightage
Category	Expected Questions
Science	4
Personalities	4
Geography	7
Awards	2
Defence	2
Sports	1
Polity	3
Currency	1
Miscellaneous	1
CUET Exam 2025 Logical Reasoning- Chapterwise Weightage
Topic	Expected Questions
Series	2
Coding-Decoding	2
Visual Reasoning	4
Clocks	2
Analogy	1
Arrangement	2
Calendar	1
Data Sufficiency	1
Family Tree	1
Directions	1
Statement-Conclusion	1
CUET Exam 2025 Numerical Ability- Chapterwise Weightage
Topic	Expected Questions
Ratio	2
Simplification	1
Time and Work	2
HCF-LCM	1
Fractions	1
Percentage	1
Problems on Age	1
Profit, Loss & Discount	1
Area	1
Simple Interest	1
Speed, Time, Distance	1
Mean & Mode	1
Volume	1
Triangle	1
Trigonometry	1

CUET 2025 Exam Analysis: English

The CUET English exam was considered easy by most of the candidates. Check the detailed analysis from the following table:

Section	Difficulty level	Observations
Vocabulary	Challenging	The English subject was considered easy, and some students felt that the vocabulary section was a little difficult. Synonyms and antonyms were considered difficult by most of the students.
Reading Comprehension	Easy
Grammar	Easy and basic.

CUET 2025 Exam Subject Weightage: English

Check the English exam weightage from the table below:

CUET Exam 2025 English- Chapterwise Weightage
Topics	Expected 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 2025 Exam Analysis: Political Science

Check the CUET Political Science analysis here:

Section	Topics Covered	Difficulty Level	Observations
Political Science	Globalisation, Environment, European Union, etc.	Easy and manageable.	Questions were considered easy and manageable with the elimination method. 30% of the paper is based on the globalisation topics.

CUET 2025 Exam Analysis: Geography

Check the CUET 2025 exam analysis of the Geography subject from the following table:

Section	Topics Covered	Difficulty Level	Observations
Geography	Cantonment areas, Minimum rail network, Census (population density), Land Resources and Agriculture.	Easy	The geography subject was considered easy by most of the students.

CUET Exam Analysis 2025: Mathematics

Check the CUET exam Mathematics analysis here:

Section	Topics Covered	Difficulty Level	Observations
Mathematics	Integration, Logarithm, etc.	Lengthy and challenging.	The questions from the mathematics subject were considered lengthy; however, the topics from matrices were asked in chronological order.

CUET 2025 Subject Weightage 2025: Mathematics

Here is the mathematics subject weightage for CUET:

Topics	Number of Questions
Linear Programming	2
Differentiation	2
Area Under Curves	1
Probability	2
Integration	2
Differential Equations	1
Application of Derivatives	2
Matrices	2
Determinants	1
Core Maths	4

CUET 2025 Exam Analysis: Physics

Check the CUET physics subject analysis here:

Section	Topics Covered	Difficulty Level	Observations
Physics	Ray optics, electricity, etc.	Easy to moderate	The questions asked in the exam were easy, and many students attempted a good number of questions.

CUET 2025 Subject Weightage: Physics

CUET Exam 2025  Physics – Chapterwise Weightage
Sections	Number of Questions
Electrostatics	8
Current Electricity	7
Magnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism	8
Electromagnetic Induction & A.C.	6
Electromagnetic Waves	1
Optics	8
Dual Nature of Matter and Radiation	5
Atoms and Nuclei	4
Electronic Devices	3

Student Initial Reaction for CUET Exam: May 20th Shift 1 Exam

Here’s what students felt after the CUET UG 2025 exam, held on May 20th, Shift 1:

1. Aarav (from Delhi):
“The English section was manageable, but some vocabulary questions like ‘Relegate’ and ‘Petulant’ were really confusing. Reading passages took time, but they were doable. GAT was moderate, Quant had Ratio and Mensuration questions, and GK covered topics I hadn’t revised, like WTO and Hardy-Weinberg. Overall, it felt moderate to lengthy.”

2. Sneha (from Muzaffarpur, Bihar):
“My Maths paper was time-consuming. Questions from Integration and Matrices were tough. GAT was fine, Quant was basic, and Reasoning had predictable topics like Calendar and Number Series. History and Polity came up a lot in GK, especially Constitution-related topics. I used the elimination method a lot. Decent attempt overall.”

3. Kabir (from Jaipur):
“GAT felt lengthy, but not too difficult. Time & Work, Probability, and Clock questions were there. I found English easy except for synonyms and foreign words. My Political Science paper had many globalisation-based questions and ASEAN and EU topics. A lot of analysis was required, not just rote learning.”

4. Aanya (from Bengaluru):
“I had Fine Arts, and it was super easy, almost everything was from the NCERT 12th book. GT had 3-4 Mensuration questions and some tricky Height & Distance ones. The reasoning was light. GK was unpredictable, but I saw repeat topics like Ministers and Books & Authors. I finished just in time.”

5. Rishabh (from Lucknow):
Physics had many statement-based and numerical questions. It was okay, but it needed solid concept clarity. I attempted 48/50. GT had a fair number of GK questions, especially History, dynasties and wars were asked. I also had geography, which was easier, mostly from Book 2. Time management was key today.”

CUET 2025 Exam Day Guidelines

Candidates are advised to adhere to the following exam day guidelines for a smooth examination process:

Category	Details
CUET 2025: Reporting Time	Reach the exam centre at least 1 – 2 hours before the exam commencement.
CUET 2025: Prohibited Items	Gadgets like calculators, mobiles, and similar devices are banned.
CUET 2025: Documents to carry for	Passport-sized photo, CUET admit card, PwD certificate(If applicable), ID proof.
CUET 2025: Allowed Items	Pen, Water bottle, Mask.
CUET 2025: Exam Hall Rules	Adhere to the invigilators’ instructions and don’t engage in unfair practices.
CUET 2025: Technical Tips	Follow the instructions displayed on screen, and reach out to the invigilator in case of discrepancies.
CUET 2025: Dress Code	Avoid clothes with heavy graphics, thick-soled shoes, and clothes containing multiple pockets.

Know What to Carry for CUET Exam.

Check the table given below to know what to carry to the CUET exam centre:

CUET 2025: Things not to Carry

CUET 2025: Things to Carry

Carrying electronic gadgets such as calculators, earphones, smartwatches, or similar devices is strictly prohibited. Books, notebooks, or any form of study material are not permitted within the examination hall. Candidates must not bring wallets, handbags, or purses into the exam area; these must be left outside. Only a water bottle is allowed; no other food items or drinks can be carried in. Wearing accessories like caps, hats, sunglasses, or jewellery is discouraged during the exam. Mobile phones and all types of smart devices are completely banned during the test. Any bags, cases, or items containing metal components are not allowed inside the centre.

Bring a printed copy of your CUET UG Admit Card without fail. Carry a recent passport-size photograph that matches the one submitted in your application. A valid government-issued photo ID (such as Aadhar, PAN card, or Passport) is mandatory for verification. If required, bring a simple black or blue ballpoint pen for writing purposes. You may carry a transparent water bottle for personal hydration. If specified in the guidelines, wear a face mask and gloves for safety. A small personal hand sanitiser (up to 50 ml) can be brought for hygiene. Rough sheets will be supplied at the examination centre for any necessary calculations or notes.