Is the general test compulsory for everyone in the CUET exam?

No, General Test is not compulsory for everyone who will be writing the CUET. It completely depends upon the program which you're applying for & university you are interested in for admission.

By Krishnendu Sikdar

Updated: June 4, 2025

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Is the General Test compulsory for everyone in the CUET exam?

CUET (Common University Entrance Test) has 3 different sections, namely:

Language (33 options)
Domain Subjects (27)
General Test (GT)

Any student appearing for CUET needs to choose a minimum of 3 and a maximum of 10 subjects from the available 61 options across all three sections.

Is the General Test mandatory? No, the General Test is **not** compulsory for all students. It depends on the program you are applying for and the university’s admission criteria.
Some universities **do** require it, while others do not.

There is some confusion regarding whether the General Test is needed for **all** CUET (UG) programs. In reality, **approximately 60%** of UG programs require it. However, even if your preferred program doesn’t require the General Test, you may **still opt for it** as it can increase your chances of admission to a wider range of programs.

Understanding the exam structure and requirements is crucial for proper preparation.

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