Last Updated: April 2026
CUET Mathematics 2027 is one of the most scoring domain subjects in CUET UG — if you know what to study. Entirely based on NCERT Class 11 and Class 12 Mathematics, this 60-minute paper rewards students who master concepts and practice consistently.
This comprehensive guide covers the full CUET Maths syllabus 2027 chapter-wise, including important topics, question distribution, and a proven preparation strategy.
CUET Mathematics 2027 — Key Facts
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Paper Code | 311 |
| Total Questions | 50 |
| Questions to Attempt | 40 |
| Marking | +5 correct, −1 wrong |
| Maximum Marks | 200 |
| Duration | 60 minutes |
| Syllabus | NCERT Class 11 + Class 12 Mathematics |
CUET Maths Syllabus — Class 12 Chapters (Higher Weightage ~60%)
| Chapter | Key Topics | Expected Questions |
|---|---|---|
| Relations and Functions | Types of functions, composition, inverse | 2–3 |
| Inverse Trigonometric Functions | Domain, range, identities | 1–2 |
| Matrices | Types, operations, transpose, elementary transformations | 2–3 |
| Determinants | Properties, cofactors, Cramer’s rule, area of triangle | 2–3 |
| Continuity and Differentiability | Derivatives, chain rule, implicit/explicit functions | 3–4 |
| Application of Derivatives | Maxima/minima, tangents, normals, increasing/decreasing | 3–4 |
| Integrals | Standard forms, substitution, by parts, definite integrals | 4–5 |
| Application of Integrals | Area under curves | 1–2 |
| Differential Equations | Order/degree, variable separable, linear DE | 2–3 |
| Vector Algebra | Dot product, cross product, scalar triple product | 2–3 |
| Three Dimensional Geometry | Direction cosines, plane equations, lines in 3D | 2–3 |
| Linear Programming | Graphical method, corner point theorem | 1–2 |
| Probability | Bayes’ theorem, conditional probability, distributions | 3–4 |
CUET Maths Syllabus — Class 11 Chapters (~40% Weightage)
| Chapter | Key Topics | Expected Questions |
|---|---|---|
| Sets | Operations, Venn diagrams, power set | 1 |
| Relations and Functions (Class 11) | Domain, range, types | 1–2 |
| Trigonometric Functions | Identities, equations, general solutions | 2 |
| Complex Numbers and Quadratic Equations | Argand plane, modulus, roots | 1–2 |
| Permutations and Combinations | nPr, nCr, fundamental counting | 1–2 |
| Binomial Theorem | General term, middle term, coefficient | 1 |
| Sequences and Series | AP, GP, HP, sum formulas | 1–2 |
| Straight Lines | Slope, distance formula, equations of lines | 1–2 |
| Conic Sections | Circle, parabola, ellipse, hyperbola | 1–2 |
| Statistics | Mean, variance, standard deviation | 1 |
| Probability (Class 11) | Classical, axiomatic probability | 1 |
Most Important Topics for CUET Maths 2027
- Calculus (Integrals + Derivatives): Together carry 8–10 questions. Master integration techniques.
- Probability: Bayes’ theorem and conditional probability — 3–4 questions every year.
- Matrices and Determinants: High-frequency, concept-based — 4–5 questions combined.
- 3D Geometry + Vectors: Combined 4–5 questions; requires formula memorisation and application.
- Application of Derivatives: Maxima/minima and tangent-normal problems — 3–4 questions.
Universities Accepting CUET Maths Score
- B.Sc. (Hons.) Mathematics — DU, BHU, AMU, HCU, JMI, EFLU
- B.A. (Hons.) Economics (requires Maths) — DU’s top colleges
- B.Sc. Statistics — DU, Presidency University
- B.Com (Hons.) — many universities accept Maths as supporting subject
- BA Economics (Hons.) — Delhi School of Economics feeder colleges
Preparation Strategy for CUET Mathematics
- Complete NCERT Class 12 exercises fully — all examples + all exercises
- Follow with NCERT Exemplar for higher-order questions
- Solve previous 3 years of CUET Mathematics papers
- Take section-wise timed practice (60 min = 40 questions = 1.5 min per question)
- Use our NTA CBT Simulator for full mock tests
Practice Quiz: CUET Mathematics 2027
Practice Quiz — 10 CUET-Style Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is CUET Maths easier than JEE Mains?
Yes, CUET Mathematics is significantly easier than JEE Mains. CUET Maths tests NCERT-level concepts without the complex multi-step problems common in JEE. Students who score 120–140/200 in JEE Maths typically score 180–200/200 in CUET Maths with specific CUET preparation.
How to score 200/200 in CUET Mathematics?
To score 200/200 in CUET Maths: (1) Complete all NCERT Class 11 and 12 exercises, (2) Solve NCERT Exemplar, (3) Practice all 3 previous CUET Maths papers, (4) Take 5+ full mock tests, (5) Focus on Calculus and Probability as high-weightage areas. With 4–6 weeks of dedicated preparation, full marks is achievable.
Practice CUET Mathematics on our free NTA CBT Simulator. Join CUET Gurukul’s Mathematics course for chapter-wise video lectures and practice sets.
