How do I increase my time management for the CUET UG 2025 Economics exam?

Solve practice mock tests under time constraints. That way, you'll get accustomed to the exam format, increase your speed in attempting the test, and enhance the choices on questions that you prioritise.

What kinds of questions are expected to be asked on the CUET UG 2025 Economics exam?

The test consists of MCQs related to theoretical concepts, graphs and case studies. Questions that test knowledge both on conceptual and analytical levels are included.

When should I begin preparing for the CUET UG Economics exam?

There should be enough time to understand the concept, practice, and revise; thus, it is preferable to start 6-8 months before the exam.

What strategy can I use to improve my problem-solving abilities in Economics?

Regular practice is essential. Practice solving numerical problems, case studies, and questions from previous years to improve your problem-solving skills and reinforce the application of economic concepts.

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CUET UG 2025 Economics/Business Economics Syllabus

Aiming to thrive in Economics but don’t know where to start your academic journey? You’ve come to the right place then! The CUET UG 2025 can prove to be an ace card for achieving your academic and career goals. The Common University Entrance Test, or CUET UG, is the cornerstone to help you secure your spot for various degree programs at top central universities across India. Cracking the CUET can be easier only if you understand the Economics syllabus clearly. If you are new to the subject or want to brush up your knowledge, our comprehensive guide to the CUET UG 2025 Economics Syllabus will give you the clarity, structure, and strategies you need to ace the exam.

1.0CUET UG 2025 Economics Exam Pattern

Before learning about the CUET UG 2025 economic syllabus, it is important to understand the CUET exam pattern for the Economics paper. The National Testing Agency conducts the CUET UG exam every year. According to new guidelines presented by the University Commission Grants (UGC), this year's Economics Exam will consist of 50 compulsory multiple-choice questions, unlike last year, when the candidates needed to answer 40 out of 50 questions. The time given to solve these 50 questions will be 60 minutes.

CUET Exam Pattern for Economics
Features	Detail
Conducting Body	National Testing Agency
Exam date	May 15 to 31 (tentative)
Language of Exam	13 languages (English, Hindi, Urdu, Assamese, Bengali, Odia, Punjabi, Gujarati, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam)
No. of questions asked	50 (all compulsory)
Duration of Exam	60 minutes
Type of Questions	Multiple Choice Question
Maximum Score	250
Scheme of Marking	+5 for every right answer –1 penalty for every wrong answer No marks or penalty for unattempted answers
Eligible courses	B.A. Hons. In Economics B.Sc. in Economics B.Com (Hons.)

2.0Detailed CUET UG 2025 Economics/Business Economics Syllabus

Economics/Business Economics Syllabus
Topics	Units
Microeconomics	Unit I: Introduction to Microeconomics What is microeconomics? Central problems
Microeconomics	Unit II: Consumer Behaviour and Demand Consumer’s Equilibrium: meaning and attainment of equilibrium through Utility Approach: One and two commodity cases. Demand: market demand, determinants of demand, demand schedule, demand curve, movement along and shifts in the demand curve, price elasticity of demand, measurement of price elasticity of demand – percentage, total expenditure, and geometric methods
Macroeconomics	Unit III: National Income and Related Aggregates – Basic Concepts and Measurement Macroeconomics: meaning. Circular flow of income, concepts of GDP, GNP, NDP, NNP (at market price and factor cost). Measurement of National Income –Value Added method, Income method, and Expenditure method.
	Unit IV: Determination of Income and Employment Aggregate demand, aggregate supply, and their components Propensity to consume and propensity to save (average and marginal) Meaning of involuntary unemployment and full employment Determination of income and employment: two-sector model Concept of investment multiplier and its working Problems of excess and deficient demand Measures to correct excess and deficient demand – availability of credit, change in government spending
	Unit V: Money and Banking Money: meaning, evolution, and functions Central Bank: meaning and functions Commercial banks: meaning and functions
	Unit VI: Government Budget and the Economy Government budget: meaning and its components Objectives of government budget Classification of receipts: revenue and capital; classification of expenditure – revenue and capital, plan and non-plan, and developmental and non-developmental Balanced budget, surplus budget, and deficit budget: meaning and implications Revenue deficit, fiscal deficit, and primary deficit: meaning and implications; measures to contain different deficits.
	Unit VII: Balance of Payments Foreign exchange rate: meaning (fixed and flexible), merits and demerits; determination through demand and supply Balance of payments accounts: meaning and components A brief analysis of recent exchange rate issues
Indian Economic Development	Unit VIII: Development Experience (1947-90) and Economic Reforms since 1991 A brief introduction of the state of the Indian economy on the eve of independence. Indian economic system and common goals of Five-year Plans. Main features, problems, and policies of agriculture (institutional aspects and new agricultural strategy), industry (IPR 1956; SSI – role & importance), and foreign trade.
	Unit IX: Current Challenges Facing the Indian Economy Poverty: absolute and relative; Main programs for poverty alleviation: A critical assessment; Human Capital Formation: How many people become resource; Role of human capital in economic development; Rural development: Key issues: credit and marketing – role of cooperatives; agricultural diversification Employment: Growth and changes in workforce participation rate in formal and informal sectors; problems and policies Infrastructure: Meaning & Types: Case Studies: Health: Problems & Policies – A critical assessment Sustainable Economic Development: Meaning, Effects of Economic Development on Resources & Environment, including Global Warming
	Unit X: Development Experience in India A comparison with neighbours India & Pakistan India & China Issues: Economic Growth, Population, Sectoral Development & other Human Development Indicators

3.0Preparation Strategy for CUET Economics

Now that you have the detailed syllabus for CUET Economics, planning an exam preparation strategy is as important as understanding the syllabus for cracking the CUET Exam. Here are some useful tips that may help you prepare for the exam:

Understand the Syllabus: Get yourself familiar with the complete CUET UG Economics syllabus to develop a study plan accordingly and effectively.
Refer to Standard Textbooks: Read Standard NCERT Economics textbooks along with recommended resources like R.D. Sharma and M.C. Agarwal.
Practice Previous Year Papers: Solve CUET exam papers to understand the question pattern, time management, and which areas need the most focused revision.
Mock Tests: Regular mock tests will simulate conditions in the main exam, thereby boosting speed and accuracy and marking out areas needing improvement before the actual exam. Accuracy is given more importance.
Accuracy is the key: Accuracy should be preferred over speed. Remember that there is a negative marking for each incorrect answer, so mark the questions you are 100% sure of.
Use Concept Maps and Notes: Visual concept maps and concise notes can be used to easily revise key topics and establish connections between different concepts during last-minute preparation.

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