Score 600+ in CUET UG 2025: 45-Day English Plan!
Below is a 45-day study timetable designed to help you score 600+ marks in the CUET UG English section. The CUET English exam (Section IA) tests Reading Comprehension, Verbal Ability, Grammar, and Vocabulary, with 50 questions (40 to be attempted) in 60 minutes. Each correct answer earns 5 marks, and each wrong answer deducts 1 mark, aiming for a total of 250 marks per subject. To achieve 600+ marks overall (assuming English + two domain subjects), you need to maximize your English score (targeting 200+, or 80%+ accuracy on 40 questions).
Score 600+ in CUET UG 2025: 45-Day English Plan!
This plan assumes:
- You’re starting with a basic grasp of Class 12 English (NCERT level).
- You’ll study 4–6 hours daily, balancing English with other subjects.
- You’ll focus on high-weightage areas (e.g., Reading Comprehension: 40–45%) and practice extensively.
CUET English UG 45-Day Study Timetable
Week 1: Foundation Building (Days 1–7)
Goal: Understand the syllabus, strengthen basics, and build vocabulary.
Daily Time: 4 hours (split into two 2-hour sessions).
| Day | Topics | Tasks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Syllabus & Exam Pattern | Review CUET English syllabus (Reading Comprehension, Grammar, Verbal Ability, Vocabulary). Study the marking scheme (+5, -1). Solve 1 sample paper to assess your level. | 4 hrs |
| 2 | Vocabulary (Basics) | Learn 50 high-frequency words (e.g., from Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis). Practice synonyms/antonyms. Read 1 newspaper editorial (e.g., The Hindu). | 4 hrs |
| 3 | Grammar (Basics) | Study tenses, articles, prepositions (NCERT Class 12 or Wren & Martin). Solve 20 grammar-based MCQs (error spotting, fill-in-the-blanks). | 4 hrs |
| 4 | Reading Comprehension (RC) Intro | Read 3 short passages (300–350 words each) from past CUET papers or Class 12 books. Answer 10 MCQs on main ideas, tone, vocabulary. | 4 hrs |
| 5 | Verbal Ability (VA) | Practice 20 questions on sentence rearrangement and para jumbles (use Arihant’s CUET prep book). Revise Day 2 vocab. | 4 hrs |
| 6 | Grammar (Advanced) | Cover subject-verb agreement, clauses, modifiers. Solve 25 MCQs. Read 1 editorial, note 10 new words. | 4 hrs |
| 7 | Weekly Revision | Revise vocab (150 words), grammar rules. Solve 1 full-length English mock test (40 Qs, 60 mins). Analyze errors. | 4 hrs |
Target: Learn 150 words, master basic grammar, attempt 1 mock (aim for 25/40 correct).
Week 2: Skill Enhancement (Days 8–14)
Goal: Boost RC speed, deepen grammar, and refine verbal skills.
Daily Time: 5 hours (2.5 hrs AM, 2.5 hrs PM).
| Day | Topics | Tasks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | Vocabulary (Intermediate) | Learn 50 new words + revise 150. Practice 15 synonym/antonym MCQs. Read 1 editorial. | 5 hrs |
| 9 | RC (Factual & Narrative) | Solve 4 passages (2 factual, 2 narrative). Focus on speed (15 mins/passage). Answer 15 MCQs. | 5 hrs |
| 10 | Grammar (Sentence Correction) | Study sentence correction, parallelism. Solve 30 MCQs (spot errors, improve sentences). | 5 hrs |
| 11 | VA (Para Completion) | Practice 25 questions on para completion and sentence sequencing. Revise Day 8 vocab. | 5 hrs |
| 12 | RC (Literary) | Solve 3 literary passages. Answer 15 MCQs on tone, inference. Note 10 new words from passages. | 5 hrs |
| 13 | Grammar (Mixed Practice) | Revise all grammar topics. Solve 40 mixed MCQs. Read 1 editorial, note vocab. | 5 hrs |
| 14 | Mock Test + Analysis | Take 1 full mock (40 Qs, 60 mins). Aim for 30/40. Review weak areas (RC, grammar, etc.). | 5 hrs |
Target: 350 vocab words total, 80% grammar accuracy, 10–12 correct per RC passage.
Week 3: Intensive Practice (Days 15–21)
Goal: Increase accuracy and speed across all sections.
Daily Time: 5 hours.
| Day | Topics | Tasks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | Vocabulary (Advanced) | Learn 50 new words + revise 350. Solve 20 vocab MCQs (contextual usage). Read 1 editorial. | 5 hrs |
| 16 | RC (Mixed Types) | Solve 5 passages (factual, narrative, literary). Answer 20 MCQs. Time: 12 mins/passage. | 5 hrs |
| 17 | Grammar (High Difficulty) | Focus on complex sentences, reported speech. Solve 40 MCQs. | 5 hrs |
| 18 | VA (Mixed Practice) | Solve 30 questions (jumbles, completion, fillers). Revise Day 15 vocab. | 5 hrs |
| 19 | RC (Speed Focus) | Solve 5 passages in 50 mins total. Answer 20 MCQs. Note inference-based errors. | 5 hrs |
| 20 | Grammar + Vocab Combo | Solve 40 mixed MCQs (grammar + vocab). Read 1 editorial, note 10 words. | 5 hrs |
| 21 | Mock Test + Analysis | Take 2nd mock (40 Qs, 60 mins). Target 32/40. Analyze time per question. | 5 hrs |
Target: 500 vocab words, 85%+ grammar accuracy, 15–18 correct per RC set.
Week 4: Mastery & Refinement (Days 22–28)
Goal: Perfect weak areas, optimize speed, and build stamina.
Daily Time: 6 hours (3 hrs AM, 3 hrs PM).
| Day | Topics | Tasks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 | Vocabulary (Revision) | Revise 500 words. Solve 25 contextual vocab MCQs. Read 1 editorial. | 6 hrs |
| 23 | RC (Endurance) | Solve 6 passages (2 hr block). Answer 25 MCQs. Focus on accuracy under pressure. | 6 hrs |
| 24 | Grammar (Full Revision) | Revise all topics. Solve 50 MCQs (mixed difficulty). | 6 hrs |
| 25 | VA (Full Practice) | Solve 40 questions (jumbles, completion, fillers). Revise Day 22 vocab. | 6 hrs |
| 26 | RC (Weak Area Focus) | Revisit weak RC types (e.g., literary). Solve 5 passages, 20 MCQs. | 6 hrs |
| 27 | Mixed Practice | Solve 50 MCQs (RC, grammar, VA, vocab combined). Read 1 editorial. | 6 hrs |
| 28 | Mock Test + Analysis | Take 3rd mock (40 Qs, 60 mins). Target 35/40. Refine strategy. | 6 hrs |
Target: 90%+ accuracy in grammar/VA, 20+ correct in RC sets, 35/40 in mock.
Week 5: Mock Tests & Polishing (Days 29–35)
Goal: Simulate exam conditions, fine-tune performance.
Daily Time: 6 hours.
| Day | Topics | Tasks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 | Mock Test | Take 4th mock (40 Qs, 60 mins). Target 36/40. Analyze errors. | 6 hrs |
| 30 | RC Intensive | Solve 6 passages (mixed types). Answer 25 MCQs. Revise vocab. | 6 hrs |
| 31 | Grammar + VA | Solve 50 mixed MCQs. Focus on speed (1 min/Q). Read 1 editorial. | 6 hrs |
| 32 | Mock Test | Take 5th mock (40 Qs, 60 mins). Target 37/40. Review weak spots. | 6 hrs |
| 33 | RC + Vocab | Solve 5 passages, 20 MCQs. Revise 500+ words. | 6 hrs |
| 34 | Full Revision | Revise grammar rules, vocab lists. Solve 40 mixed MCQs. | 6 hrs |
| 35 | Mock Test | Take 6th mock (40 Qs, 60 mins). Target 38/40. Finalize strategy. | 6 hrs |
Target: Consistent 38/40 in mocks (190+ marks), 95%+ accuracy.
Week 6: Final Prep (Days 36–45)
Goal: Peak performance, confidence boost, and rest.
Daily Time: 4–6 hours (tapering down).
| Day | Topics | Tasks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36 | Mock Test | Take 7th mock (40 Qs, 60 mins). Target 38–40/40. Analyze lightly. | 6 hrs |
| 37 | RC + Grammar | Solve 4 passages, 20 MCQs. Revise grammar notes. | 6 hrs |
| 38 | VA + Vocab | Solve 40 mixed MCQs. Revise all vocab (500+ words). | 6 hrs |
| 39 | Mock Test | Take 8th mock (40 Qs, 60 mins). Target 39/40. | 6 hrs |
| 40 | Light Revision | Review key RC strategies, grammar rules, vocab. | 4 hrs |
| 41 | Mock Test | Take 9th mock (40 Qs, 60 mins). Target 40/40. Relax after. | 4 hrs |
| 42 | Rest + Recap | Revise notes lightly. Solve 20 easy MCQs. Rest well. | 4 hrs |
| 43 | Final Mock | Take 10th mock (40 Qs, 60 mins). Ensure 40/40. | 4 hrs |
| 44 | Relaxation | Light revision of weak areas. No new topics. Sleep early. | 2 hrs |
| 45 | Exam Day Prep | Quick recap of strategies. Stay calm, confident. | 1 hr |
Target: 200+ marks in English (40/40 correct), contributing to 600+ overall.
Key Tips for Success
- Resources:
- Books: Wren & Martin (Grammar), Word Power Made Easy (Vocab), Arihant CUET UG English Guide.
- Practice: CUET previous year papers, mock tests from NTA or coaching platforms (e.g., www.readlearnexcel.com, @principalsirmsyadav).
- Daily Reading: The Hindu or Indian Express editorials.
- Strategy:
- RC: Aim for 10–12 mins per passage, prioritize factual over literary initially.
- Grammar: Master high-scoring topics (tenses, error spotting).
- Vocab: Use flashcards or apps (e.g., Quizlet) for retention.
- Mocks: Simulate exam conditions (60 mins, no breaks).
- Time Management: Spend 1–1.5 mins per question in mocks; skip tough ones to avoid negative marking.
- Health: Take 5–10 min breaks hourly, sleep 7–8 hours nightly, especially in Week 6.
Why This Works
- Progression: Starts with basics, builds skills, and peaks with mocks.
- Focus: Targets RC (40–45% weightage) and grammar (high accuracy potential).
- Practice: 10 mocks ensure 95%+ accuracy, critical for 200+ in English.
- Realistic: 4–6 hours daily balances English with other subjects.
With this plan, scoring 200+ in English (plus 400+ in two domains) gets you to 600+. Adjust based on your pace, and good luck! Let me know if you need a domain-specific timetable too!
