CUET (PG) 2026 Application Form, Exam Dates, Eligibility, Syllabus

CUET PG 2026: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the notification for the Common University Entrance Test for Postgraduate (CUET PG) 2026. Common University Entrance Test (CUET) PG is a national-level entrance examination that provides a single-window opportunity for students seeking admission to postgraduate programs at Central Universities, State Universities, Deemed Universities, and Private Universities in India for the academic session 2026-2027. The application window is now open, and candidates are advised to review the eligibility criteria and exam pattern before applying. The last date for submission of the Online Application Form for CUET (PG) 2026 is 14 January 2026 (up to 11:50 P.M).

CUET (PG) – 2026 will be conducted in the computer-based test (CBT) as per the details given below:

CUET (PG) 2026 Overview

CUET PG 2026 – Important Dates

Candidates must adhere to the following schedule to avoid missing any critical deadlines for the CUET PG 2026 examination.

CUET (PG) 2026 Exam Details

The CUET PG 2026 will be conducted in a Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. The examination will cover 157 distinct subjects, allowing candidates to choose papers relevant to their undergraduate studies and future academic goals. The exam will be held in 292 cities across India and 24 international centers, ensuring broad accessibility for candidates.

Participating Colleges

The score of CUET PG 2026 will be valid for admission to:

• Central Universities: Institutions like University of Delhi (DU), Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), Banaras Hindu University (BHU), and others.

• State Universities

• Deemed-to-be Universities

• Private Universities

Note: The list of participating universities is dynamic and may be updated on the official website. Candidates are advised to check the specific eligibility of their desired university.

Structure of Examination

• Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT) only.

• Duration: 90 Minutes (1 Hour 30 Minutes).

• Number of Questions: 75 Questions.

• Type of Questions: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).

• Medium: Bilingual (English and Hindi) for Humanities, Sciences, and Common papers. Language papers will be in the respective language. Acharya papers will be in Sanskrit (except specific subjects).

CUET PG 2-26: Eligibility Details

Educational Qualification

Candidates who have passed a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent examination or Candidates who are pursuing their Bachelor’s degree or equivalent Examination and appearing in the Final Year of their Bachelor’s degree/equivalent examination in 2026, are eligible to appear in CUET (PG)- 2026.

Age Limit

There is no age restriction for appearing in the CUET PG 2026 exam. However, candidates must meet the age criteria (if any) of the specific university to which they are applying.

Application Fee

The application fee varies based on the category of the candidate and the number of test papers selected.

How to Apply

1. Registration: Visit the official website (exams.nta.nic.in/cuet-pg/) and click on the “New Registration” link. Register using your Email ID and Mobile Number.

2. Fill Application Form: Log in with the generated Application Number and Password. Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, and address.

3. Select Papers & Cities: Choose the test paper codes (up to a maximum of 4) and select your preferred exam cities.

4. Upload Documents: Upload scanned images of your Photograph and Signature in the prescribed format.

5. Fee Payment: Pay the requisite examination fee using Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, or UPI.

6. Print Confirmation: After successful payment, download and print the confirmation page for future reference.

CUET PG 2026 Exam Pattern

The exam pattern for CUET PG 2026 is designed to test the domain knowledge of the candidate.

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