CUET PG 2026: Application, Detailed Syllabus, Pattern & Top Universities
The Ultimate Master's Admission Guide for NTA CUET Postgraduate 2026
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View Complete ArticleCUET (PG) 2026 Admission Handbook
Master's Admissions for Central, State, and Deemed Universities
1. Important Dates & Application Fees
The National Testing Agency (NTA) usually conducts the CUET PG exam in a single window across India and overseas. Timely registration is vital to ensure you get your preferred slot and city.
| Event Milestone | Tentative Timeline (2026) |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Starts | Last Week of December 2025 |
| Registration Deadline | First Week of February 2026 |
| Correction Window | Mid-February 2026 |
| CUET PG 2026 Exam Date | March 11 – March 28, 2026 |
₹1,200 for up to two test papers. Additional papers cost ₹600 each.
*Fees vary for OBC-NCL/Gen-EWS (₹1,000) and SC/ST/PwD (₹900).
2. Detailed Application Roadmap
Visit https://exams.nta.nic.in/cuet-pg. Register with your active email and mobile number. Generate your 12-digit application number.
This is the most critical step. Choose your target universities and the specific Question Paper Codes (e.g., COQP11 for LLB, SCQP09 for Computer Science).
Upload your photograph (10kb-200kb) and signature (4kb-30kb). Ensure your photograph has 80% face visibility without a mask.
Pay the application fee via online modes. Download the Confirmation Page. Note: NTA does not require you to send any physical documents.
3. Eligibility & Age Criteria
While CUET PG provides a platform for testing, the eligibility is determined by the specific university you choose.
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed or be appearing in the final year of their Bachelor’s Degree.
- Minimum Marks: Most Central Universities require 50-55% aggregate in graduation.
- Age Limit: There is no age limit for appearing in CUET PG 2026, though specific universities may have their own age regulations for certain professional courses.
4. Technical Exam Pattern (New 2026 Format)
In the latest format, the exam is strictly domain-focused. The paper consists of 75 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) based entirely on the subject you choose.
Duration
105 Minutes (1 Hour 45 Minutes)Medium
Bilingual (English & Hindi) except for Language and Acharya papers.Marking Scheme
+4 for Correct Answer | -1 for Incorrect Answer | 0 for Unattempted.5. Preparation & Career Roadmap
CUET PG is a gateway to specialized Master's degrees that lead to research (PhD), corporate roles, or government services.
- Syllabus Focus: Download the PDF syllabus for your specific Paper Code from the official website. Do not study general graduation topics that aren't listed.
- Previous Papers: Solving 2024 and 2025 papers is essential to understand the difficulty level of NTA questions.
- Time Management: Since you have only 105 minutes for 75 questions, speed is as important as accuracy.
Official Website: https://exams.nta.nic.in/cuet-pg
