NTA has opened the CUET PG 2026 application form on 14 December 2025, with the last date to apply set as 14 January 2026. The Common University Entrance Test for Postgraduate programmes (CUET PG) will be a computer-based test (CBT) exam and will be held in March 2026 (NTA hasn’t given any specific date yet).
The duration of the exam will be 90 minutes.
The CUET PG 2026 application correction window will be available from 18 January to 20 January 2026 (11:50 pm), during which candidates can edit permitted fields in their submitted forms. No changes will be allowed after the correction window closes.
Latest Updates:
- CUET PG 2026 Application Form (Open) – Apply Here
- To download CEUT (PG) 2026 Information Bulletin – Click Here
CUET PG 2026 is conducted for admission to postgraduate programmes offered by central universities, state universities, deemed universities, and other participating institutions. Candidates who have completed or are appearing in the final year of their bachelor’s degree are eligible to apply. There is no age limit for appearing in the exam.
Based on previous years’ data, more than 7 lakh candidates are expected to appear for CUET PG 2026. The exam will be held for 157 subject papers, as notified in the information bulletin.
Candidates who have completed or are appearing in the final year of their bachelor’s degree are eligible to apply. There is no age limit for CUET PG 2026. Based on previous years’ data, over 7 lakh candidates are expected to appear for the exam. CUET PG 2026 will be conducted for 157 postgraduate subjects, as notified in the official information bulletin.
CUET PG 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Application start date | 14 December 2025 |
| Last date to apply | 14 January 2026 |
| Correction window | 18 January to 20 January 2026 (till 11:50 PM) |
| Advance city intimation | To be notified |
| Admit card release | To be notified |
| CUET PG 2026 exam | March 2026 |
| Result declaration | To be notified |
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- CUET Exam 2026 – Result Declared – Download Scorecard Here, Topper List, Counseling
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CUET PG 2026 Application Form
The application form of CUET PG 2026 is open at exams.nta.nic.in/registration-for-cuetpg-2026/
To fill out the form, follow these steps:
- Visit the official CUET PG portal
- Complete new registration and generate login credentials
- Log in and fill personal, academic and contact details
- Select subject paper(s) and preferred exam cities
- Upload photograph and signature in prescribed format
- Pay the application fee
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page
CUET PG 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Up to 2 Papers | Each Additional Paper |
| General | ₹1400 | ₹700 |
| OBC-NCL / EWS | ₹1200 | ₹600 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Third Gender | ₹1000 | ₹600 |
| Outside India | ₹7000 | ₹3500 |
CUET PG 2026 Exam Pattern
| Particulars | Details |
| Mode of exam | Computer-based test |
| Duration | 105 minutes |
| Total questions | 75 |
| Question type | Multiple Choice Questions |
| Marking scheme | +4 for correct, –1 for incorrect |
| Medium | English / Hindi (subject-wise) |
CUET PG 2026 Syllabus Overview
- Syllabus is subject-specific
- Based on undergraduate-level curriculum
- Focus on core concepts, fundamentals and application
- No general aptitude section unless specified for a subject paper
How to prepare for CUET PG 2026
With CUET PG 2026 scheduled for March 2026, candidates now have limited but sufficient time to prepare effectively if they follow a structured approach. The first priority should be a thorough review of the official syllabus for the chosen subject. Since the syllabus is based on the undergraduate curriculum, candidates should focus on revising core concepts rather than attempting to cover new topics.
Creating a realistic revision timetable is essential. Divide time between concept revision, practice questions, and mock tests. At this stage, emphasis should be on strengthening weak areas identified through practice rather than broad reading. Candidates are advised to solve previous CUET PG and university-level postgraduate entrance questions, as these reflect the exam’s difficulty level and question patterns.
Mock tests play a crucial role in the final phase of preparation. Taking computer-based mock tests helps candidates improve time management, accuracy, and familiarity with the CBT format. After each mock test, careful analysis of mistakes is necessary to avoid repeating errors.
Given the negative marking scheme, accuracy should be prioritized over attempting all questions. Regular revision of formulas, definitions, and key concepts will help improve confidence and performance. Consistent practice combined with focused revision can significantly enhance scores in the remaining preparation period.