CUET 2025: Most Repeated Topics in the General Test (With Study Tips)

What is the CUET General Test?

The Common University Entrance Test (CUET) includes a General Test (GT) section designed to assess a candidate’s overall aptitude in logical reasoning, current affairs, basic math, and general knowledge. It is often required for admissions to BBA, BCA, BA (Hons), and interdisciplinary UG courses in central universities.

Section-Wise Breakdown of the General Test

Section	Topics Covered
General Knowledge	Static GK, Awards, Geography, Indian Polity
Current Affairs	National events, international summits, sports
Numerical Ability	Simplification, percentages, SI/CI, time & work
Logical Reasoning	Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations, Series
General Mental Ability	Venn Diagrams, Cubes, Number Puzzles
Quantitative Aptitude	Algebra basics, averages, profit-loss

Top Repeated CUET General Test Topics (Based on 2023 & 2024 Trends)

1. Coding-Decoding (Logical Reasoning)
2. Static GK (Awards, Books, Geography, Polity)
3. Current Affairs (Last 6 Months)
4. Time, Speed & Distance / Time & Work (Numerical Ability)
5. Profit & Loss / Simple Interest / Percentages
6. Blood Relations & Direction Sense
7. Venn Diagrams, Cubes, and Visual Puzzles
   

1. Coding-Decoding (Logical Reasoning)
   • Common types: Letter shifting, symbol codes, number sequences
   • Frequency: Almost every CUET General Test
   • 🧠 Tip: Practice both word-based and letter-based series
     
     
2. Static GK (Awards, Books, Geography, Polity)
   • Frequently asked:
     • Bharat Ratna, Padma Awards winners
     • Important books/authors (e.g., Wings of Fire)
     • Indian states & capitals, rivers, constitutional articles
   • Tip: Prepare using flashcards and monthly GK PDFs
     
     
3. Current Affairs (Last 6 Months)
   • Focus on:
     • Budget 2025 highlights
     • Major sports wins (e.g., IPL 2025, Olympics qualifiers)
     • G20 summit, cabinet changes, world leaders
   • 🔁 Tip: Use MCQ-based monthly quizzes for revision
     
     
4. Time, Speed & Distance / Time & Work (Numerical Ability)
   • Consistent presence in every GT paper
   • Formula-based with simple calculations
   • 🔢 Tip: Memorize shortcuts and ratio methods
     
     
5. Profit & Loss / Simple Interest / Percentages
   • Appears in both Quant and Numerical sections
   • Application-based with real-life context
   • 💡 Tip: Practice 20 questions/day using mobile apps like Adda247 or Gradeup
     
     
6. Blood Relations & Direction Sense
   • Visual + logic-based questions
   • Common in 2–4 mark questions
   • 📐 Tip: Use flowcharts to break down family structures
     
     
7. Venn Diagrams, Cubes, and Visual Puzzles
   • From General Mental Ability
   • Fun but tricky — high scoring
   • 🧩 Tip: Solve from previous CUET + SSC CGL sets

Topic Weightage Estimate (Based on PYQs)

Topic	Expected Questions (2025)
Current Affairs	7–10
Logical Reasoning (Coding/Blood Rel.)	6–8
Quant (Speed, Profit, Interest)	5–7
GK (Static)	4–6
Visual Puzzles & Venn	2–3

Sample Questions

Q. If in a certain language, “MONKEY” is written as “NOPLFZ”, how is “TIGER” written?
A. UJHFS ✅

Q. Who won the Bharat Ratna in 2024?
A. MS Swaminathan (Posthumously)

Q. A train travels 180 km in 3 hours. What is its speed?
A. 60 km/hr

Tools to Help You Prepare

• YouTube Channels:
  • Adda247 CUET
  • Testbook CUET
  • StudyIQ
• Apps:
  • Oliveboard
  • BYJU’S Exam Prep
• Free Resources:
  • CUET Previous Year Papers (PDF)
  • Current Affairs MCQ Series (Monthly)

Smart Strategy to Crack GT

Day	Focus Area
Mon–Tue	Static GK + Current Affairs
Wed	Quant topics: Speed, Profit, %
Thu	Logical Reasoning (Coding/Blood)
Fri	Mock Test + Error Analysis
Sat	Visual Reasoning + Short Tricks
Sun	Weekly Quiz + Revision Notes

Scoring well in the CUET 2025 General Test is all about consistent practice and focused revision of high-yield topics. By mastering the repeated areas, you’ll maximize your score with minimal confusion.