The CUET UG 2026 General Test (Section III) is often the most critical differentiator in securing a seat at top-tier institutions like BHU or the University of Delhi. While domain subjects are academic-specific, the General Test evaluates your mental agility, awareness, and logical consistency. With the 2026 exam window set for May 11–31, a 100-day focused roadmap is the minimum required to master this 50-question compulsory section.

Phase 1: Foundations and Syllabus Mapping (Day 1–30)

The first month must be dedicated to establishing a baseline across the three major pillars of Section III: GK/Current Affairs, Reasoning, and Quantitative Aptitude. Success in this phase relies on using the right resources and understanding the "compulsory" nature of the 2026 pattern:

• Quantitative Aptitude: Focus on Grade 8 level mathematics. Dedicate this month to Number Systems, Percentages, and Ratios.
• Static GK: Begin with the Indian Constitution, National Parks, and Historical Landmarks. Use Lucent or Arihant for concise factual data.
• Reasoning Basics: Master Coding-Decoding, Series, and Direction Sense. These are high-yield, high-accuracy topics.

Phase 2: Depth and Subject Integration (Day 31–60)

Once the basics are clear, the second month should transition into more complex, time-consuming topics. The 2026 cycle places a heavy emphasis on Environment Literacy and General Science:

• Logical Complexity: Move to Syllogisms, Blood Relations, and Seating Arrangements. These require "pattern recognition" rather than just formula application.
• General Science: Review NCERT Class 8 topics in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. Focus on Nutrition, Electricity, and Chemical Changes.
• Environment & Climate: Prepare for questions on Climate Change, Biodiversity, and Environmental Policies.

Phase 3: The "Mock" Intensive Cycle (Day 61–90)

The final full month of study must prioritize the Computer Based Test (CBT) experience. Because all 50 questions are now compulsory, you cannot skip topics—you must learn to manage them within the 60-minute limit:

• Daily Current Affairs: Dedicated 30-minute blocks for the last 12 months of news. Focus on awards, government schemes, and international summits.
• Sectional Mocks: Take 2–3 specific Reasoning and Quant mocks every week. Speed and accuracy are the only ways to handle 50 questions in 60 minutes.
• Error Analysis: After every mock, spend an hour analyzing your mistakes. Use cuet.pro analytics to find your "weakest link".

The Final Countdown: Revision and Strategy (Day 91–100)

The final ten days are for consolidation, not new learning. Your focus should be on your "formula sheet" and "mistake log":

• Formula Drills: Rapidly review mathematical identities, square/cube tables, and reasoning shortcuts.
• Final Full-Length Mocks: Take two full-length General Test mocks under exact exam conditions (Shift timings).
• Mindset Management: Confidence is the final ingredient. Trust your 100-day process and the official NTA guidelines you have followed.

Official CUET 2026 Schedule Refresher

To ensure no student is left behind, keep these official 2026 dates pinned to your study desk:

• Correction Window (Live): February 9 – February 11, 2026.
• Exam City Announcement: April 2026.
• CUET UG Examination: May 11 – May 31, 2026.