CUET B.Pharm question paper 2027: NTA clarifies subject choice, exam pattern

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has provided details regarding the Common University Entrance Test (CUET UG) for B.Pharm aspirants, outlining the exam pattern and subject selection process for those preparing for the 2027 academic year. The information, based on the NTA’s 2026 bulletin, clarifies that there is no dedicated B.Pharm paper within CUET UG; instead, candidates are required to select test papers in subjects relevant to the eligibility criteria of their desired university programs.

This framework affects many students seeking admission to over 280 Central, State, Private, and other universities across the country. The NTA emphasizes that merely appearing in CUET UG does not guarantee admission, as each university independently sets program eligibility, conducts counseling, and prepares merit lists, with the NTA having no role in the final merit determination.

CUET UG Subject Selection and Exam Structure

For the 2026 examination cycle, the NTA’s bulletin listed a total of 37 tests, comprising 13 languages, 23 domain-specific subjects, and one General Aptitude Test. Candidates have the option to choose up to five test papers. For science students, particularly those aspiring for B.Pharm programs, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Mathematics are highlighted as the most relevant domain subjects. The syllabus for these subjects is based on the NCERT curriculum, as detailed on the official CUET syllabus page.

The CUET UG examination is conducted in an online mode (Computer Based Test – CBT). For subjects administered in multiple shifts, the NTA employs an equi-percentile method to convert raw marks into an NTA Score. The General Aptitude Test (GAT) includes 50 compulsory objective questions to be attempted within 60 minutes, covering general knowledge, current affairs, general mental ability, numerical ability, quantitative reasoning, and logical and analytical reasoning.

The CUET UG 2025 exam was scheduled from May 8 to June 1, 2025. The exam pattern for 2025 included Section 1 (Language), Section 2 (Domain Knowledge), and Section 3 (General Aptitude, Optional). Negative marking is applicable, with five marks awarded for each correct answer and one mark deducted for each incorrect response. The exam is offered in 13 regional languages, including English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu.

Accessing Question Papers and Challenging Answer Keys

Before the declaration of results, the NTA displays attempted question papers and recorded responses on its official website, cuet.nta.nic.in, typically for a period of two to three days. Candidates are advised to download their response sheets during this window, as they will not be provided later. The NTA also releases a provisional answer key with a public notice, which is available for challenge for a similar duration.

Candidates can challenge any question in the provisional answer key by paying a fee of ₹200 per question. These challenges are then reviewed by experts, leading to the declaration of a final answer key. Sample or mock tests are available on nta.ac.in for practice, and the official CUET site provides links to the NTA’s practice platform. Previous year question papers for CUET UG from 2022 to 2024 are available online, offering additional resources for preparation.

Further reading

• CUET 2027: Register by November 25
• CUET 2027 law course admissions: UG registration in January, PG exams in March
• CUET application form: eligibility, dates and how to apply Next step
• NEET UG 2026: Apply for vacant MBBS seats by Oct 14, 5 PM
• CLAT 2027 eligibility, registration deadline October 31 for UG, PG law admissions
• CUET: complete exam guide

Written by Nishit Kumar

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