SATHEE CUET: How to prepare for खेल (Sports) for CUET-UG ?

The Common University Entrance Test (CUET) for खेल (Sports) has evolved over the past three years (2022–2024). Below is an analysis of the marking pattern and chapter-wise weightage based on available trends and official guidelines.

1. CUET Sports (खेल) Exam Pattern (2022–2024)

Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Duration: 45 minutes
Total Questions: 50 (40 to be attempted)
Marks per Question: +5 for correct, -1 for incorrect
Total Marks: 200

Sections Covered:

General Awareness (Sports) – 25–30%
Sports Science & Nutrition – 20–25%
History & Rules of Sports/Games – 20%
Fitness & Training – 15–20%
Sports Psychology & Biomechanics – 10–15%

2. Chapter-wise Weightage (Approximate)

Chapter/Topic	Weightage (2022–2024)	Key Focus Areas
General Sports Knowledge	25–30%	Olympics, Asian Games, Awards (Dronacharya, Arjuna, etc.), Famous Players
Sports Science & Nutrition	20–25%	Diet for athletes, supplements, recovery, hydration
Rules & History of Sports	20%	Laws of cricket, football, badminton, kabaddi, etc.
Fitness & Training Methods	15–20%	Strength training, endurance, flexibility, injury prevention
Sports Psychology	10–15%	Motivation, anxiety management, team dynamics
Biomechanics & Kinesiology	5–10%	Body movements, force application, sports injuries

**3. Year-wise Trends

2022 (First Edition)**

Focused more on general sports awareness (30%) and rules of major games (25%).
Fewer questions from sports psychology (only ~5%).

2023

Increased weightage on sports science & nutrition (~25%).
More application-based questions on training methods.
Biomechanics saw a slight rise (~8%).

2024 (Expected)

Likely to maintain a balance between theory and practical applications.
More emphasis on current sports events (e.g., Paris Olympics 2024, Asian Games 2023).

4. Key Takeaways for Preparation

Focus on General Sports Awareness (Awards, tournaments, recent events). Revise Rules of Major Sports (Cricket, Football, Hockey, Kabaddi, etc.). Understand Sports Science Basics (Nutrition, recovery, doping). Practice MCQs on Training &Fitness (Endurance, strength, flexibility). Stay Updated on Current Sports News (Olympics, World Cups, etc.).