The Common University Entrance Test (CUET) for undergraduate and postgraduate admissions is set for significant revisions this year, according to UGC Chairman Jagadesh Kumar.

Kumar emphasised the importance of refining the examination process based on feedback from previous years to create a more efficient and supportive environment for students. To this end, the UGC has formed an expert committee to evaluate the conduct of CUET UG and PG for 2025.

In a video shared on the platform X (formerly Twitter), Kumar mentioned his two-hour interaction on December 9 with students from various degree colleges who cleared CUET UG 2024. During this discussion, students shared their insights and suggestions for potential improvements in the exam pattern. Kumar described the session as enlightening and said it helped shape the forthcoming changes.

The expert committee examined multiple aspects of the test, including its structure, the number of papers, test duration, syllabus alignment, and operational logistics. The UGC reviewed the committee’s recommendations during a recent meeting. Based on these findings and student feedback, a draft proposal with revised guidelines for CUET UG and PG 2025 will soon be published, inviting input from students, parents, teachers, and institutions.

Last year’s CUET UG introduced several changes, such as adjustments to the format, an increase in subject options, and modifications to the difficulty level. For subjects with higher registrations, the test transitioned from a Computer-Based Test (CBT) format to OMR sheets. The difficulty level was also moderated to reduce student stress. However, technical challenges persisted due to the growing number of registrations. Exams in Delhi and Faridabad were postponed, and in Kanpur, a controversy arose after the distribution of incorrect question papers.

The CUET UG 2024 was conducted in multiple phases, from May 15 to May 29 and on July 19. The CUET PG exams took place earlier, between March 11 and March 28. These experiences are shaping the UGC’s efforts to enhance the upcoming editions of the test.

(With inputs from PTI)