Common University Entrance Test for Postgraduate Programs 2026 (CUET-PG 2026) —
What is CUET-PG?
The Common University Entrance Test (CUET PG) is a national exam conducted across India by the National Testing Agency (NTA). It is used by students applying for various postgraduate programmes, including Master’s degree programmes (MA, MSc, MCom, and MBA), among others. The Common University Entrance Test-PG allows for one centralised application for many universities at once, allowing for more efficient use of an applicant’s time and resources than applying to each university separately.
The CUET-PG is a Computer Based Test (CBT) utilizing multiple-choice questions (MCQs), which assess applicants’ knowledge in specific subject areas and general ability and analytical capabilities.
Key Dates (CUET-PG 2026)
| Event | Date |
| Registration start | 14 Dec 2025 |
| Last date to apply | 14 Jan 2026 (11:50 PM) |
| Application correction window | 18 – 20 Jan 2026 |
| Exam Month | March 2026 (tentative) |
| Admit card release | Typically a few weeks before exam |
| Results declaration | After exam (Apr 2026 tentative) |
Exact exam dates and admit card release dates will be confirmed by NTA on the official CUET-PG website closer to the exam month.
Who Can Apply? (Eligibility)
To be eligible for CUET-PG 2026:
- Applicants should have completed a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
- Minimum marks typically depend on the program and university requirements (e.g., 50% marks in Bachelor’s for many courses).
- Specific eligibility criteria are subject-wise and detailed in the CUET-PG Information Bulletin.
Exam Pattern & Structure
- Mode: Computer-based test (CBT)
- Type of Questions: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Subjects: Around 157 subject papers offered (e.g., English, Commerce, Geography, etc.)
- Marking Scheme:
‣ +4 marks for correct answer
‣ –1 mark for incorrect answer (negative marking)
The exact paper code and syllabus vary by subject — the Information Bulletin and NTA notification list all subjects and eligibility details.(http://bbau.ac.in/index.aspx)
Application Fees (Approx)
Fees differ by category:
- General: ~₹1,400
- OBC / EWS: ~₹1,200
- SC / ST: ~₹1,100
- PwD: ~₹1,000
- Foreign students: Higher (e.g., ~₹7,000)
- Additional subject: Extra charge (~₹600–700)
Exam Cities & Selection
- The test will be held in 292 cities across India and some abroad.
- Candidates can choose up to two preferred exam cities during registration.
Participating Universities
CUET-PG is accepted by central universities, state universities, deemed universities, and other institutions for PG admissions. Popular ones often include Banaras Hindu University (BHU), University of Delhi (DU), Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) and many others — but participating lists are published officially by NTA.
🔗 How to Apply
- Visit the official NTA CUET-PG website: exams.nta.nic.in/cuet-pg/ (
- Register with your details.
- Fill in educational qualifications and preferences.
- Upload required documents (photo, signature, certificates).
- Pay the application fee.
- Submit and print the confirmation page.
