CUET PG 2026: Full Notification, Registration & Exam Date Guide
The Common University Entrance Test for Postgraduate Programmes (CUET PG 2026) is the national-level entrance test conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for admissions into postgraduate courses across Central Universities, State-funded universities, Deemed/Private Universities and other participating institutions for the academic year 2026-27.
Official Notification & Overview
• Notification Date: The NTA officially released the CUET PG 2026 notification along with the information bulletin and application form on 14 December 2025.
• Conducting Body: National Testing Agency (NTA) conducts the exam in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode.
• Purpose: CUET PG serves as a common eligibility exam for admission into postgraduate programmes across participating central, state, private, and deemed universities in India.
• Exam Mode: Computer-Based Test (online).
• Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) with negative marking on incorrect answers.
Important Dates & Schedule – CUET PG 2026
| Event | Date |
| Notification Released | 14 Dec 2025 |
| CUET PG 2026 Online Registration Begins | 14 Dec 2025 |
| Last Date to Submit Application Form | 14 Jan 2026 (till 11:50 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 14 Jan 2026 (same day) |
| Application Correction Window | 18 Jan – 20 Jan 2026 |
| Exam City Allotment | To be announced |
| Admit Card Release | To be announced |
| CUET PG 2026 Exam Dates | March 2026 (month) |
| Provisional Answer Key | After exam (date to be announced) |
Most news updates and advisories reiterate that the written test will be conducted in March 2026, but NTA will notify specific dates and shifts on the official portal later.
Who Can Apply – Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for CUET PG 2026, candidates must:
Have passed a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent from a recognized university.
Final-year undergraduate students expecting results in 2026 are also eligible to apply.
No upper age limit for appearing in CUET PG.
Note: Eligibility for specific postgraduate programmes may vary by university, so candidates should confirm requirements on the respective university’s admission page.
Registration Process – Step-by-Step
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official CUET PG portal: exams.nta.nic.in/cuet-pg.
- Click on the CUET PG 2026 Registration link.
- Enter basic details like name, email, mobile number etc., to generate a login.
- Log in with the credentials and complete the application form.
- Upload all required documents and photographs as per specifications.
- Pay the application fee online through Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI before the deadline.
- Submit the completed form and take a printout for future reference.
Application Fee Details
Fees differ by category and number of test papers:
• General: ₹1,400 for up to 2 papers; ₹700 for each additional paper.
• Gen-EWS / OBC-NCL: ₹1,200 for up to 2 papers; ₹600 per additional.
• SC / ST / Third Gender: ₹1,100 up to 2 papers; ₹600 extra.
• PwD: ₹1,000 for up to 2 papers; ₹600 additional.
• (Fees for candidates outside India are typically higher.)
Admit Card & Exam Centres
• The admit card release date will be announced soon on the NTA portal.
• CUET PG 2026 will be conducted across numerous test cities in India, and candidates were recently allowed to choose up to four preferred exam cities based on their permanent or current address.
Exam Pattern & Format
• Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT).
• Duration: Typically 90 minutes per paper (subject to final notification).
• Question Type: MCQs with negative marking.
• Medium: English/Hindi (depends on subject code).
• Scores from CUET PG will be used by participating universities for admissions into relevant postgraduate programs.
Scorecards, Results & Counselling
• After the exam, NTA will release a provisional answer key and allow challenge windows.
• Final results and scorecards will be published on the official portal.
• Admissions and counselling processes are conducted separately by universities based on CUET PG scores.
Tips & Best Practices
Start preparing early — the pattern includes subject-specific knowledge and language skills.
Cross-verify eligibility with the university you wish to join — some institutions may have additional criteria.
Avoid last-minute application submission to prevent technical delays.
Conclusion
CUET PG 2026 is a major gateway exam for postgraduate admissions across India, offering a simplified and standardized route to multiple universities. With registration already underway and the exam slated for March 2026, aspirants should complete registration before the 14 January 2026 deadline and prepare for the upcoming examination schedule.