CUET AccountancyQuestion Paper 2025 (Available)- Download Answer Key and Solution PDF

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NTA is conducting the CUET 2025 exam from 13th May to 3rd June. CUET Accountancy Question Paper 2025 with Answer Key and Solution PDF is available here for download. the CUET Accountancy 2025 Question paper was difficult.

As per the exam pattern, the CUET Accountancy exam will consist of 50 questions for 250 marks to be attempted in 60 minutes. 5 marks are awarded for each correct answer, and 1 mark is deducted for incorrect answer.

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Note: The CUET 2025 Accountancy paper will now include an option to the student (to choose between questions from 'Unit V' or 'optional to Unit V'). The rest of the question paper will continue to cover content from Units 1 to 4 as per the notified syllabus. Check details here
 

CUET Accountancy Question Paper 2025 with Solution pdf

Question 1:

In the absence of a partnership deed, which of the following statements is correct?

  • (a) Interest on partners' Capital will be allowed @ 6% p.a.
  • (b) Interest on partners' Loan is to be given @ 6% p.a.
  • (c) Profits are shared in the ratio of Capital
  • (d) Interest on Drawing is to be charged @ 6% p.a.
Correct Answer: (b) Interest on partners' Loan is to be given @ 6% p.a.
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Question 2:

Match List I with List II:




Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

Question 3:

A, B, C and D are partners in a firm sharing profits in the ratio of 3:2:1:4. A retired and his share is acquired by B and C in the ratio 3:2. Calculate the new profit sharing ratio of partners.

  • (a) 19 : 11 : 20
  • (b) 3 : 2 : 4
  • (c) 18 : 12 : 20
  • (d) 16 : 18 : 12

Question 4:

Match List – I with List – II:




Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

Question 5:

Balance of Share Forfeited Account on the forfeited share not yet re-issued is:

  • (a) Shown in the Shareholder’s Fund
  • (b) Transferred to Capital Reserve
  • (c) Transferred to Capital Redemption Reserve
  • (d) Transferred to General reserve

Question 6:

What is the correct sequence at the time of death of a partner?

(A) Amount paid to Executor
(B) Preparation of Revaluation account
(C) Calculation of Amount Payable to executor of Deceased partner
(D) Calculation of Revaluation Gain/Loss
(E) Balance of Executor’s loan A/c

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

  • (a) (B), (D), (C), (A), (E)
  • (b) (B), (D), (A), (C), (E)
  • (c) (D), (B), (C), (A), (E)
  • (d) (D), (B), (A), (C), (E)

Question 7:

Match List I with List II:





Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

Question 8:

When realisation expenses are paid by a partner on behalf of the firm, what is the journal entry made?



Question 9:

Which item is shown under "Long-term Borrowings" in the Balance Sheet?

  • (A) Trade payables
  • (B) Public deposits
  • (C) Short-term loans
  • (D) Unpaid dividends

Question 10:

If debentures are issued to a vendor for assets purchased and the vendor’s account is credited by Rs.1,10,000, what is the journal entry if the debentures are issued at a premium of 10%?

  • (A) Vendor’s A/c Dr. Rs.1,00,000; To Debentures A/c Rs.90,000; To Securities Premium Reserve A/c Rs.10,000
  • (B) Vendor’s A/c Dr. Rs.1,10,000; To Debentures A/c Rs.1,00,000; To Securities Premium Reserve A/c Rs.10,000
  • (C) Vendor’s A/c Dr. Rs.1,10,000; To Debentures A/c Rs.1,10,000
  • (D) Vendor’s A/c Dr. Rs.1,20,000; To Debentures A/c Rs.1,10,000; To Securities Premium Reserve A/c Rs.10,000

Question 11:

Based on the following information of a company as at 31 March, 2017, what will be the Current Ratio of the company?

  • (a) 16 times
  • (b) 2.6 : 1
  • (c) 2 : 1
  • (d) 1.6 : 1

Question 12:

Calculate Liquid Assets and Quick Ratio of the Company.

  • (a) Rs.60,000 ; 0.6 : 1
  • (b) Rs.1,00,000 ; 1 : 1
  • (c) Rs.1,60,000 ; 1.6 : 1
  • (d) Rs.2,60,000 ; 2.6 : 1

Question 13:

Calculate Debt Equity Ratio of the company based on the given data:

  • (a) 2 : 1
  • (b) 1 : 1
  • (c) 0.75 : 1
  • (d) 0.50 : 1

Question 14:

Calculate the Interest Coverage Ratio of the company.

  • (a) 12 times
  • (b) 10 times
  • (c) 30 times
  • (d) 8 times

Question 15:

Calculate the Inventory Turnover Ratio of the company.

  • (a) 4.5 times
  • (b) 7 times
  • (c) 6 times
  • (d) 5 times

Question 16:

Which of the following is correct regarding difference between sacrificing and gaining ratio?

(A) Gaining Ratio is a more suitable parameter to measure new profit sharing ratio than Sacrificing Ratio.
(B) Sacrificing Ratio is calculated at the time of the admission of the partner while Gaining Ratio is calculated at the time of retirement or death of the partner.
(C) New partner’s share of goodwill is divided between the old partners in gaining ratio while Goodwill paid to retiring partner is paid by the remaining partners in their Sacrificing ratio.
(D) Sacrificing Ratio = Old Ratio – New Ratio and Gaining Ratio = New Ratio – Old Ratio.

Choose the correct answer from the following options:

  • (a) B and D only
  • (b) A and C only
  • (c) A, B and D only
  • (d) Only B
Correct Answer: (a) B and D only
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Question 17:

Arrange the following in the context of Cash Flow Statement:

(A) Calculation of cash flow from Operating Activities
(B) Calculation of cash flow from Financing Activities
(C) Calculation of net increase/decrease in cash and cash equivalent during the year
(D) Calculation of cash flow from Investing Activities
(E) Calculation of net profit before tax and extraordinary item

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

  • (A) D, A, B, E, C
  • (B) C, D, B, A, E
  • (C) A, E, B, D, C
  • (D) E, A, D, B, C

Question 18:

Match List I with List II:




Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

Question 19:

At the time of admission of a partner, if goodwill exists in the books of accounts, it will be written off among:

  • (a) Old partners in sacrificing ratio
  • (b) All the partners in new ratio
  • (c) New partners in gaining ratio
  • (d) Old partners in old profit-sharing ratio

Question 20:

If the capital employed in a business is Rs.5,00,000, the average profit is Rs.60,000, and the normal rate of return is 6%, the goodwill by the Capitalisation of Average Profit Method will be:

  • (a) Rs.2,00,000
  • (b) Rs.1,00,000
  • (c) Rs.2,50,000
  • (d) Rs.5,00,000

Question 21:

Arrange the following in a sequence in which amount realised from Assets will be utilized to pay:
A. Partner’s Loan
B. Partner’s Capital
C. Secured debts of the firm
D. Unsecured debts of the firm
E. Residue to partners

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

  • (A) C, D, E, A, B
  • (B) C, D, E, B, A
  • (C) C, D, A, B, E
  • (D) C, D, A, E, B

Question 22:

Which of the following will not be shown in Realisation Account?

  • (A) Unrecorded Asset realised
  • (B) Unrecorded Liabilities paid off
  • (C) Partner’s Loan to the firm
  • (D) Realisation Expenses

Question 23:

Arrange the following in correct sequence according to the form and content of statement of Profit and Loss:
(A) Employee Benefit Expenses
(B) Tax provided
(C) Revenue from operations
(D) Purchase of stock in Trade
(E) Dividend Income

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

  • (A) (C), (E), (D), (A), (B)
  • (B) (C), (D), (E), (B), (A)
  • (C) (C), (D), (E), (A), (B)
  • (D) (C), (A), (B), (D), (E)

Question 24:

Securities Premium cannot be used:

  • (a) to issue fully paid bonus shares
  • (b) to write-off preliminary expenses of the company.
  • (c) to pay premium on the redemption of preference shares or debentures of the company.
  • (d) to pay dividend to the shareholders of the company

Question 25:

Match List I with List II:



Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

Question 26:

During the financial year 2021-22, Surjeet withdrew Rs.30,000 quarterly at the beginning of every quarter. If interest to be charged is 8% p.a., calculate the amount of interest on drawings:

  • (a) Rs.3,600
  • (b) Rs.4,800
  • (c) Rs.2,400
  • (d) Rs.6,000

Question 27:

A, B, and C were partners in a partnership firm sharing profits in the ratio 5:3:2. B retires and the new profit-sharing ratio between A and C is 3:2. Calculate the gaining ratio of A and C.

  • (a) 3 : 8
  • (b) 1 : 3
  • (c) 7 : 2
  • (d) 1 : 2

Question 28:

Match List - I with List – II.



Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

  • (a) (A)-(IV), (B)-(I), (C)-(II), (D)-(III)
  • (b) (A)-(II), (B)-(I), (C)-(IV), (D)-(III)
  • (c) (A)-(I), (B)-(IV), (C)-(II), (D)-(III)
  • (d) (A)-(III), (B)-(IV), (C)-(II), (D)-(I)

Question 29:

Identify the other name by which Liquid ratio is known:

  • (A) Current Ratio
  • (B) Activity Ratio
  • (C) Quick Ratio / Acid Test Ratio
  • (D) Solvency Ratio

Question 30:

The Debentures that are payable on the expiry of the specific period either in lumpsum or in installments during life time of the company are called:

  • (A) Secured Debentures
  • (B) Redeemable Debentures
  • (C) Perpetual Debentures
  • (D) Specific Coupon Rate Debentures

Question 31:

Aman and Riya share profits in the ratio 5:3. They admitted Kunal for \(\frac{1}{4}\) share, which he took equally from both. Calculate the new ratio.

  • (A) \(3:2:1\)
  • (B) \(9:7:4\)
  • (C) \(10:6:3\)
  • (D) \(5:3:2\)

Question 32:

A machinery worth ₹75,000 was undervalued by 10%. What will be its new value in the Balance Sheet?

  • (A) ₹67,500
  • (B) ₹82,500
  • (C) ₹75,000
  • (D) ₹70,000

Question 33:

A firm earned ₹90,000 profit. Mohit is guaranteed ₹40,000 for his \(\frac{1}{4}\) share. How much deficiency will others bear in 3:1 ratio?

  • (A) ₹5,000
  • (B) ₹10,000
  • (C) ₹15,000
  • (D) ₹20,000

Question 34:

ABC & Co. had 3 partners: Alok, Bhavya, and Chirag, sharing profits in 4:3:3. The firm dissolved on 31 March 2024. Assets worth ₹9,00,000 were realized at 80%, creditors of ₹70,000 were paid, and an unrecorded liability of ₹20,000 was settled for ₹15,000. Realization expenses of ₹25,000 were borne by Alok.

Q1: Find the amount realized from assets.
Q2: What journal entry is made for realization expenses paid by Alok?
Q3: The unrecorded liability settled at a lesser value causes:


Question 35:

A firm has current assets ₹2,50,000 and current liabilities ₹1,00,000. Find the current ratio.

  • (A) 1.5:1
  • (B) 2:1
  • (C) 2.5:1
  • (D) 3:1

Question 36:

If a partner is given salary and commission, how are these shown in the accounts?

  • (A) Credited to the partner’s capital account
  • (B) Debited to the Profit and Loss Account
  • (C) Debited to the Profit and Loss Appropriation Account
  • (D) Debited to the Realization Account

Question 37:

P and Q are partners sharing profits in a 5:3 ratio. They allow interest on capital at 6% p.a. If P’s capital is ₹1,20,000, what is the interest credited to his capital account?

  • (A) ₹7,000
  • (B) ₹7,200
  • (C) ₹7,500
  • (D) ₹8,000

Question 38:

R and S are partners in a 4:1 ratio. T is admitted and gets 1/5 share, equally from both. Find the new ratio.

  • (A) 16:4:5
  • (B) 8:2:5
  • (C) 4:1:5
  • (D) 3:2:5

Question 39:

On the death of a partner, his capital account is credited with:

  • (A) Share of profit
  • (B) Share of goodwill
  • (C) Share of accumulated profits
  • (D) All of the above

Question 40:

If unrecorded assets are taken over by a partner, the entry will be:

  • (A) To Unrecorded Assets Account
  • (B) To Deceased Partner’s Capital Account
  • (C) To Realisation Account
  • (D) To Partner’s Capital Account

Question 41:

600 shares of ₹10 each were issued at 20% premium. Final call of ₹3 not received on 100 shares. What is the forfeiture amount?

  • (A) ₹2000
  • (B) ₹1800
  • (C) ₹1500
  • (D) ₹1000

Question 42:

Purchase of land using a cheque is classified as: (Cash Flow Statement question)

  • (A) Operating Activity
  • (B) Investing Activity
  • (C) Financing Activity
  • (D) Non-Cash Activity

CUET Accountancy Chapter-wise Weightage (Expected)

CUET exam pattern has been revised in 2025. Students have to attempt all 50 questions within a duration of 60 minutes and all the questions are compulsory to attempt.

The expected difficulty level of the CUET 2025 Accountancy is moderate to difficult. Here is the chapter-wise weightage and expected number of questions:

Section Expected Questions Approximate Weightage
Reconstitution of Partnership Firm 10–12 30%
Accounting for Partnership 4–5 12%
Dissolution of Partnership Firm 4–5 10%
Accounting for Share and Debenture Capital 5–6 13%
Analysis of Financial Statements 3–4 7%
Cash Flow Statement 2–3 6%
Accounting for Not-for-Profit Organizations 2–3 6%
Computerized Accounting System 1–2 4%
Accounting Ratios 1–2 4%

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CUET Questions

  • 1.
    Passage: Issue and Forfeiture of Shares On January 1, 2024, the Director of X Ltd. issued for public subscription 50,000 equity shares of Rs. 10 each at Rs. 12 per share payable, Rs. 5 on application (including premium), Rs. 4 on allotment and the balance on call on May 01, 2024. The issue was closed on February 10, 2024 by which date applications for 70,000 shares were received. Of the cash received Rs. 40,000 was returned and Rs. 60,000 was applied to the amount due on allotment, the balance of which was paid on February 16, 2024. All the shareholders paid the call due on May 01, 2024 with the exception of an allottee of 500 shares. These shares were forfeited on September 29, 2024 and reissued as fully paid at Rs. 8 per share on November 01, 2024. The company, as a matter of policy, does not maintain a calls-in-arrears account. % Question What amount will be credited to Equity Share Application Account on February 10, 2024?

      • Rs. 2,50,000
      • Rs. 3,00,000
      • Rs. 3,50,000
      • Rs. 4,50,000

    • 2.
      On forfeiture of 500 shares for non-payment of call money, what amount will be credited to Shares Forfeiture Account?

        • Rs. 2,500
        • Rs. 3,500
        • Rs. 4,500
        • Rs. 1,500

      • 3.

        Match List-I with List-II:\[\begin{array}{|c|c|} \hline \text{List-I} & \text{List-II} \\ \hline \text{(A) Compulsory Dissolution} & \text{(I) Partner becomes insane} \\ \hline \text{(B) Dissolution by notice} & \text{(II) Death of a partner} \\ \hline \text{(C) Dissolution by Court} & \text{(III) Business becomes illegal} \\ \hline \text{(D) Dissolution on certain contingencies} & \text{(IV) Partnership at will} \\ \hline \end{array}\]Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

        • 4.

          Match List-I with List-II:

          \[\begin{array}{|c|c|} \hline \text{List-I (Accounting ratio)} & \text{List-II (Type of ratio)} \\ \hline \text{(A) Current ratio} & \text{(I) Liquidity ratios} \\ \hline \text{(B) Stock turnover ratio} & \text{(II) Activity ratios} \\ \hline \text{(C) Debt Equity ratio} & \text{(III) Solvency ratios} \\ \hline \text{(D) Operating ratio} & \text{(IV) Profitability ratios} \\ \hline \end{array}\]

          Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

          • 5.
            What is the amount of profit to be credited to A's Capital account?

              • Rs. 5,28,000
              • Rs. 5,30,000
              • Rs. 5,35,000
              • Rs. 5,38,000

            • 6.

              Match List-I with List-II:\[\begin{array}{|c|c|} \hline \text{List-I} & \text{List-II} \\ \hline \text{(A) Payment of loans due to partners} & \text{(I) Realisation A/c Dr To Bank A/c} \\ \hline \text{(B) Settlement of partners' accounts (debit balance)} & \text{(II) Bank A/c Dr To Loan to Partners A/c} \\ \hline \text{(C) Settlement of loan by firm to a partner} & \text{(III) Bank A/c Dr To Partner's Capital A/c} \\ \hline \text{(D) Settlement of unrecorded liability} & \text{(IV) Partner's Loan A/c Dr To Bank A/c} \\ \hline \end{array}\]Choose the correct answer:

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

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