NCET 2026 is a computer-based test with 181 questions, of which you attempt 160, for a maximum of 640 marks. Each section offers a few extra questions, so you can skip the ones you find hardest.
| Section | Papers | Questions per paper | Attempt per paper | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Languages | 2 | 23 | 20 | 160 |
| Domain subjects | 3 | 28 | 25 | 300 |
| General Test Compulsory | 1 | 28 | 25 | 100 |
| Teaching Aptitude Compulsory | 1 | 23 | 20 | 80 |
| Total | 181 | 160 | 640 |
Marking scheme
- Correct answer: +4 marks.
- Wrong answer: −1 mark.
- Unanswered: 0.
Practise the pattern in our mock tests, which use the same marking.
Source: NCET 2026 Information Bulletin (National Testing Agency)Academic year: 2026–27Last verified: 8 Oct 2026
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