The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially announced the commencement of registrations for the Common University Entrance Test for Postgraduate Admissions 2026 (CUET PG 2026). Aspirants can register online between December 14, 2025, and January 14, 2026. The examination is scheduled to be conducted in March 2026, and a correction window for applications will be available from January 18 to January 20, 2026.
How to Apply
Candidates can complete the registration process on the official websites:
It is essential to fill in all details accurately and pay the application fee according to the respective category.
Application Fee Structure
| Category | Fee (Up to 2 Test Papers) | Additional Test Paper Fee |
|---|---|---|
| General | Rs 1,400 | Rs 700 |
| Gen-EWS / OBC-NCL | Rs 1,200 | Rs 600 |
| SC / ST / Third Gender | Rs 1,100 | Rs 600 |
| PwD | Rs 1,000 | Rs 600 |
| Outside India | Rs 7,000 | Rs 3,500 |
CUET PG 2026 Exam Pattern
The CUET PG will follow a computer-based test (CBT) format with the following details:
- Duration: 90 minutes per paper
- Questions: 75 questions per paper
- Marking Scheme: +4 marks for correct answers, -1 for incorrect answers, 0 for unattempted questions
- Number of Papers: Candidates can select up to 4 question paper codes depending on their chosen universities
Language Options
- Question papers will be bilingual (English & Hindi) except for M.Tech/Higher Sciences (English only) and specific language/Acharya papers.
- In case of any discrepancy, the English version will be considered final.
Scoring Guidelines
- Questions with multiple correct options: +4 marks will be awarded for any correct selection.
- If a question is dropped or invalid, all candidates will be awarded +4 marks.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have passed or be in the final year of a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in 2026.
- There is no upper age limit, but candidates should verify university-specific eligibility before applying.
Key Points to Remember
- Individual universities may have specific policies regarding quotas, reservations, subject combinations, and eligibility.
- Appearing for CUET PG does not guarantee admission.
- University counseling will be conducted based on CUET PG scores.
- Candidates must check the eligibility criteria of their preferred universities before applying.
- For detailed syllabus and question paper codes, visit exams.nta.nic.in/cuet-pg.
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