CUET PG MCA Exam Pattern 2026: Marking Scheme & Duration (SCQP09)
Complete CUET PG MCA 2026 exam pattern (SCQP09): 75 questions, 300 marks, 90 minutes duration, +4/-1 negative marking rules, and CBT guidelines.
Last verified: October 2026
Source: Official NTA CUET PG Bulletin
Paper Code: SCQP09
At a Glance: CUET PG MCA Exam Pattern
Understanding the examination structure is essential for time allocation during the 90-minute CBT window. Here is the official test blueprint according to the latest NTA guidelines:
| Component | Official Blueprint |
|---|
| Paper Code | SCQP09 |
| Question Count | 75 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Total Marks | 300 Marks |
| Positive Marking | +4 Marks for every correct answer |
| Negative Marking | -1 Mark for every incorrect answer |
| Unattempted Questions | 0 Marks |
| Test Duration | 90 Minutes (1 Hour 30 Minutes) |
| Average Time per Question | 1.2 Minutes (72 seconds) |
| Medium | Bilingual: English & Hindi |
Time Management & Speed Strategy for 90 minutes
Because there are 75 questions to be solved in 90 minutes, students must pace their solution strategy:
- Round 1 (First 30 Minutes): Solve all direct, theoretical Computer Concepts (Operating Systems, Digital Logic, C syntax) and quick reasoning questions. Target: 25–30 questions.
- Round 2 (Next 40 Minutes): Solve Mathematics questions requiring 2–3 lines of calculation (Calculus, Matrices, Probability, Coordinate Geometry). Target: 20–25 questions.
- Round 3 (Final 20 Minutes): Review flagged calculation questions, complex data structure tracing, and verify calculations to eliminate negative marks.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Is there negative marking in CUET PG MCA? ▼
Yes, 1 mark is deducted for every incorrect response. Correct answers earn 4 marks.
2. What is the total duration of CUET PG MCA 2026? ▼
The exam duration is 90 Minutes (1 Hour 30 Minutes) for 75 questions.
3. Is the question paper available in Hindi? ▼
Yes, CUET PG MCA (SCQP09) questions are displayed bilingually in English and Hindi on the computer screen.