What is 99 percentile in CUET marks?

A 99 percentile in CUET UG 2025 means that your score is higher than 99% of all test-takers. In terms of marks, this typically translates to scoring between 225–239 out of 250 in a single subject or 850–899 out of 1000, depending on the number of subjects chosen.

The CUET UG (Common University Entrance Test) is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) and uses a percentile-based scoring system. Percentile is different from percentage. A 99 percentile score means that only 1% of the total number of candidates scored higher than you. It shows your relative performance.

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Why Is the 99 Percentile Important?

• Top University Admissions: Most central universities like Delhi University (DU), BHU, and JNU consider percentile for merit lists. A 99 percentile makes you eligible for the best colleges and programs.
• Competitive Courses: Courses like BA (Hons) English, BA LLB, B.Com (Hons), and B.Sc. (Hons) in top institutions often require 98–100 percentile.
• High Rank in Merit Lists: Percentile-based scores help decide your place in the admission list, especially when multiple students score similar marks.