Updated for CUET PG & NIMCET 2026

CUET PG MCA Score Calculator 2026
& NIMCET Rank Predictor

Updated for 75 Questions & 300 Marks (CUET PG 2026) and NIMCET 1000 Marks differential scheme. Upload your NTA response sheet or enter marks manually — 100% free & private.

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🏛️ MCA College Predictor

* Predictions are indicative, based on previous year official cutoffs. Always verify with official sources.

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How to Calculate Your CUET PG MCA Score 2026

In 2026, the CUET PG SCQP09 (MCA) paper has been updated to 75 questions with a maximum of 300 marks. The marking scheme is:

  1. Download your Response Sheet and the Official Answer Key from the NTA CUET PG website.
  2. Match the Question ID on your sheet with the Answer Key.
  3. Check if your Chosen Option ID matches the Correct Option ID.
  4. Award yourself +4 marks for every correct answer.
  5. Deduct −1 mark for every incorrect answer.
  6. Unattempted or "Marked for Review" questions receive 0 marks.
  7. Maximum possible score = 75 × 4 = 300 marks.

Use our CUET PG MCA Score Calculator above — upload your HTML or PDF response sheet for instant automated calculation.

CUET PG SCQP09 Marking Scheme 2026 — Updated (75 Questions, 300 Marks)

  • Total Questions: 75 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) — updated for 2026
  • Maximum Marks: 300
  • Correct Answer: +4 marks
  • Incorrect Answer: −1 mark (Negative Marking)
  • Unanswered / Marked for Review: 0 marks
  • Formula: Score = (Correct × 4) − (Incorrect × 1)

Note: NITs do not accept CUET PG scores for MCA. NITs use NIMCET exclusively.

NIMCET 2026 Marking Scheme & Score Calculator Guide

NIMCET 2026 has 120 questions for a total of 1000 marks with section-wise differential marking:

Section Questions Marks/Q Total Marks
Mathematics5012600
Analytical Ability & Logical Reasoning406240
Computer Awareness206120
General English10440
TOTAL1201000

Negative marking: −1 mark for every wrong answer in all sections. Unattempted: 0 marks.

Use the NIMCET rank predictor above to estimate your NIT admission standing.

Top Colleges Accepting CUET PG MCA Score 2026

Scoring well in CUET PG SCQP09 (75 questions, 300 marks) opens doors to premier central and state universities. Note: NITs do NOT accept CUET PG scores for MCA. NITs use NIMCET exclusively.

  • Delhi University (DU) — South Campus (cutoff ~185+ General)
  • Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) — School of CS (cutoff ~198+ General)
  • Banaras Hindu University (BHU) — Varanasi (cutoff ~175+ General)
  • University of Hyderabad (UoH) — (cutoff ~165+ General)
  • Pondicherry University — (cutoff ~138+ General)
  • Tezpur University, Assam University, Sikkim University — (cutoff ~105–125)

Top NITs Accepting NIMCET Score for MCA

  • NIT Trichy — Most competitive, General cutoff rank ~<300
  • NIT Warangal — General cutoff rank ~<500
  • NIT Surathkal — General cutoff rank ~<750
  • MNNIT Allahabad — General cutoff rank ~<1500
  • MANIT Bhopal — General cutoff rank ~<3000
  • NIT Raipur, Agartala, Calicut — <6000 approx.

Source: NIMCET official merit lists 2022–2024. Check nimcet.in for official cutoffs.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Is negative marking applicable in CUET PG MCA?

Yes. 1 mark (−1) is deducted for every incorrect answer in CUET PG SCQP09. Unattempted questions receive 0 marks. With 75 questions and 300 max marks, strategic attempt selection is very important.

What changed in CUET PG MCA 2026 — 75 questions vs 100?

In 2026, the NTA updated the CUET PG SCQP09 (MCA) paper from 100 questions (400 marks) to 75 questions (300 marks). The marking remains +4 for correct, −1 for incorrect. Our calculator is fully updated to reflect this change.

How accurate is the NIMCET rank predictor?

Our NIMCET rank predictor uses historical cutoff data from 2022 to 2024 NIMCET merit lists. Actual ranks fluctuate year-on-year based on paper difficulty, number of applicants, and seat availability. Treat predictions as highly indicative estimates.

Can I upload my NTA HTML response sheet directly?

Yes! Our tool allows you to securely upload the HTML file generated by NTA directly. All parsing happens entirely on your device using JavaScript — no file is ever uploaded to any server, ensuring complete privacy.

What is a good score for DU MCA via CUET PG 2026?

With 75 questions and 300 marks, a score above 185–198 is considered highly competitive for the General category at top universities like Delhi University and JNU. For BHU, you typically need 175+. These cutoffs are based on proportional scaling from previous years.

Do NITs accept CUET PG scores for MCA?

No. NITs exclusively use NIMCET scores for MCA admissions. CUET PG is accepted by central universities like DU, JNU, BHU, University of Hyderabad, and Pondicherry University. If you want NIT admission, you must appear in NIMCET.

When will the CUET PG 2026 answer key be released?

The NTA typically releases the provisional answer key within 3–5 days after the exam. The final answer key is released after processing objections. Check pgcuet.samarth.ac.in for official announcements.

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