CUET 2026 Physics May 19 Shift 1 Question Paper- Download Answer Key and Solution PDF

CUET 2026 May 19 Shift 1 Physics Question Paper is available for download here. NTA is conducting the CUET 2026 exam from 11th May to 31st May.

CUET 2026 Physics exam consists of 50 questions for 250 marks to be attempted in 60 minutes.
As per the marking scheme, 5 marks are awarded for each correct answer, and 1 mark is deducted for incorrect answer.

Candidates can download CUET 2026 May 19 Shift 1 Physics Question Paper with Answer Key and Solution PDF from links provided below.

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Question 1:

In Young’s double slit experiment, if the distance between the slits is increased while keeping all other parameters constant, the fringe width will:

(A) Increase
(B) Decrease
(C) Remain unchanged
(D) First increase then decrease

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Question 2:

The dimensional formula of capacitance is:

(A) \([M^{-1}L^{-2}T^4A^2]\)
(B) \([ML^2T^{-2}A^{-2}]\)
(C) \([M^{-1}L^{-1}T^3A]\)
(D) \([MLT^{-3}A^{-1}]\)

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Question 3:

Polarisation of light proves that light waves are:

(A) Longitudinal
(B) Transverse
(C) Stationary
(D) Electromagnetic only in vacuum

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Question 4:

The work function of a metal is \(2 eV\). Photoelectric emission will occur when the metal is illuminated with light of energy:

(A) \(1 eV\)
(B) \(1.5 eV\)
(C) \(2.5 eV\)
(D) \(2 eV\) only

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Question 5:

In a moving coil galvanometer, the magnetic field is made radial so that the:

(A) Resistance decreases
(B) Current sensitivity decreases
(C) Deflection becomes directly proportional to current
(D) Coil does not rotate

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Question 6:

The SI unit of magnetic flux is:

(A) Tesla
(B) Weber
(C) Henry
(D) Coulomb

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Question 7:

In an electromagnetic wave, the electric field and magnetic field are:

(A) Parallel to each other
(B) Anti-parallel to each other
(C) Perpendicular to each other and to the direction of propagation
(D) Parallel to the direction of propagation

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Question 8:

The half-life of a radioactive substance is \(10\) days. The fraction of the original sample left after \(30\) days is:

(A) \(1/2\)
(B) \(1/4\)
(C) \(1/6\)
(D) \(1/8\)

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Question 9:

The focal length of a convex lens is \(20 cm\). An object is placed at \(40 cm\) from the lens. The image formed will be:

(A) Virtual and erect
(B) Real and inverted
(C) Virtual and inverted
(D) Real and erect

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Question 10:

The magnetic field at the center of a circular current carrying loop depends on:

(A) Only the radius of the loop
(B) Only the current flowing
(C) Current and radius of the loop
(D) Resistance of the wire only

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CUET UG 2026 Exam Pattern

Parameter	Details
Exam Name	Common University Entrance Test (CUET UG) 2026
Conducting Body	National Testing Agency (NTA)
Exam Mode	Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Exam Duration	60 minutes per test
Total Sections	3 (Languages, Domain Subjects, General Test)
Question Type	Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Questions per Test	50 questions (all compulsory)
Marking Scheme	+5 for correct, -1 for incorrect
Maximum Marks	250 marks per test
Maximum Subject Choices	5 subjects in total
Syllabus Base	Class 12 NCERT (mainly for Domain Subjects)

CUET UG 2026 Paper Analysis

CUET Questions

1.
The surface of a certain metal is first illuminated with light of wavelength \(\lambda_1=350\,\text{nm}\), and then by light of wavelength \(\lambda_2=540\,\text{nm}\). It is found that the maximum speed of the photoelectrons in the two cases differ by a factor of \(2\). The work function of the metal (in eV) is close to \[ \left(\text{Energy of photon}=\frac{1240}{\lambda(\text{nm})}\text{ eV}\right) \]

\(2.58\)
\(1.88\)
\(3.22\)
\(1.48\)

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2.
In a coil of resistance \(100\,\Omega\), a current is induced by changing the magnetic flux through it. The current versus time variation is as shown. The magnitude of change in flux through the coil is

\(250\,\text{Wb}\)
\(275\,\text{Wb}\)
\(20\,\text{Wb}\)
\(225\,\text{Wb}\)

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3.
In Young’s double slit experiment, if the distance between the slits is increased while keeping all other parameters constant, the fringe width will:

Increase
Decrease
Remain unchanged
First increase then decrease

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4.
Figures show four pairs of parallel plates \(P,Q,R\) and \(S\) with the same separation and the electric potential of each plate. The electric field between the plates is uniform and perpendicular to the plates. Arrange the plates in descending order of the magnitude of the electric field between the plates.
(A) P (B) Q (C) R (D) S Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

\((B),(C),(D),(A)\)
\((A),(C),(B),(D)\)
\((B),(C),(A),(D)\)
\((C),(D),(A),(B)\)

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5.
Match List-I with List-II
where \[ \text{(I)}\;100\,\text{m} \] \[ \text{(II)}\;10^{-15}\,\text{m} \] \[ \text{(III)}\;10^{-10}\,\text{m} \] \[ \text{(IV)}\;10^{-3}\,\text{m} \] Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A)-(II), (B)-(I), (C)-(IV), (D)-(III)
(A)-(IV), (B)-(II), (C)-(I), (D)-(III)
(A)-(III), (B)-(II), (C)-(I), (D)-(IV)
(A)-(I), (B)-(III), (C)-(IV), (D)-(II)

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6.
The velocity of an electromagnetic wave in a medium with \(\varepsilon_r=2\) and \(\mu_r=18\) is

\(1.5\times10^8\,\text{m s}^{-1}\)
\(2\times10^8\,\text{m s}^{-1}\)
\(0.5\times10^8\,\text{m s}^{-1}\)
\(0.25\times10^8\,\text{m s}^{-1}\)

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CUET 2026 Physics May 19 Shift 1 Question Paper- Download Answer Key and Solution PDF

CUET 2026 Physics May 19 Shift 1 Question Paper with Solution PDF

CUET UG 2026 Exam Pattern

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CUET Questions

2.
In a coil of resistance \(100\,\Omega\), a current is induced by changing the magnetic flux through it. The current versus time variation is as shown. The magnitude of change in flux through the coil is

3.
In Young’s double slit experiment, if the distance between the slits is increased while keeping all other parameters constant, the fringe width will:

5.
Match List-I with List-II
where \[ \text{(I)}\;100\,\text{m} \] \[ \text{(II)}\;10^{-15}\,\text{m} \] \[ \text{(III)}\;10^{-10}\,\text{m} \] \[ \text{(IV)}\;10^{-3}\,\text{m} \] Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

6.
The velocity of an electromagnetic wave in a medium with \(\varepsilon_r=2\) and \(\mu_r=18\) is

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CUET 2026 Physics May 19 Shift 1 Question Paper with Solution PDF

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CUET Questions

2.In a coil of resistance \(100\,\Omega\), a current is induced by changing the magnetic flux through it. The current versus time variation is as shown. The magnitude of change in flux through the coil is

3.In Young’s double slit experiment, if the distance between the slits is increased while keeping all other parameters constant, the fringe width will:

5.Match List-I with List-II where \[ \text{(I)}\;100\,\text{m} \] \[ \text{(II)}\;10^{-15}\,\text{m} \] \[ \text{(III)}\;10^{-10}\,\text{m} \] \[ \text{(IV)}\;10^{-3}\,\text{m} \] Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

6.The velocity of an electromagnetic wave in a medium with \(\varepsilon_r=2\) and \(\mu_r=18\) is

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2.
In a coil of resistance \(100\,\Omega\), a current is induced by changing the magnetic flux through it. The current versus time variation is as shown. The magnitude of change in flux through the coil is

3.
In Young’s double slit experiment, if the distance between the slits is increased while keeping all other parameters constant, the fringe width will:

5.
Match List-I with List-II
where \[ \text{(I)}\;100\,\text{m} \] \[ \text{(II)}\;10^{-15}\,\text{m} \] \[ \text{(III)}\;10^{-10}\,\text{m} \] \[ \text{(IV)}\;10^{-3}\,\text{m} \] Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

6.
The velocity of an electromagnetic wave in a medium with \(\varepsilon_r=2\) and \(\mu_r=18\) is