The CUET UG 2025 season is in full swing, and for many aspirants, the General Aptitude Test (GAT) is already behind them. With the domain-specific exams now in progress, the focus has shifted to subjects like Political Science, Geography, History, and more. In this phase, the pressure is intense—limited time, back-to-back papers, and tough competition. What can truly make a difference now is your ability to balance speed and accuracy. 

Striking this balance is crucial—not just to maximize your score but also to maintain mental composure and confidence through the exam stretch. Here's a subject-wise strategy to help you refine your exam performance and tackle ongoing CUET papers more effectively.

Why Speed and Accuracy Matter? 

• Speed allows you to attempt more questions within the time limit. 
• Accuracy ensures you don’t lose marks due to negative marking. 
• With exams already underway, the ability to recall and apply concepts quickly can set toppers apart from average scorers.

Political Science: Mastering Concepts Under Time Pressure 

Tips 

• Revise NCERT-based facts, thinkers, and key constitutional terms every day. 
• Solve Assertion-Reason and Statement-based MCQs, as these appear frequently. 
• Focus on topics like the Cold War, Non-Aligned Movement, and Constitution-making—as per Class 12 NCERT. 
• Accuracy Tip: Eliminate extreme or emotionally biased options; CUET tends to frame neutral and factual questions. 
• Enhanced Tip: Review previous years' questions to identify patterns and frequently tested concepts.

Geography: Navigating Maps and Concepts Quickly 

Tips 

• Maintain clarity on physical geography and human geography. 
• Practice map-based questions daily—these can be quick marks if you're familiar with transport, minerals and agricultural sites.  
• Use flowcharts, tables, and mind maps for classifying forests, agriculture, minerals, etc. 
• Speed Tip: Do sectional quizzes with timers to simulate the real exam pressure. 
• Accuracy Tip: Read carefully—especially for lookalike terms (e.g., Transhumance, Population Density, etc.). 

During Exam: Time-Smart Strategy 

• Divide your paper smartly: 40% of the time on easy questions, 40% on moderate, and 20% on tricky ones. 
• Mark and move: Don’t dwell too long. Mark uncertain ones for review and revisit. 
• Avoid random guessing: CUET penalizes incorrect answers. Only attempt if at least two options can be logically eliminated.

Last-Minute Essentials 

• Give mock tests daily and analyse them the same day for efficient correction. 
• Study in focused slots of 45–60 minutes with 5–10-minute breaks to maintain energy. 
• Ensure adequate sleep, hydration, and light meals—your brain functions best when your body is taken care of.

Bonus Tips

• Stress-Busting Techniques: Consider taking a minute to practice deep breathing or a quick stretch between sections to reduce exam-related tension. 
• Active Revision Tools: Use flashcards and consider quick peer discussions to reinforce key concepts. 
• Mind Maps & Visual Aids: Create mind maps or diagrams for complex topics to aid memory retention.

Final Thought

CUET UG 2025 isn’t just about how much you've memorized—it’s about how smartly and calmly you apply that knowledge under pressure. As domain exams continue, use every moment wisely. Practice consistently, revise tactically, and most importantly—believe in your preparation.

Remember: It’s not just about being fast. It’s about being fast and right—that’s how you win CUET.