PU-CET (PG) 2026: Exam Dates (OUT), Application Form, Eligibility, Syllabus, Results

PU-CET (PG) is an entrance exam for postgraduate programmes run by Panjab University, Chandigarh. Candidates are able to secure admission to  LLM, MCA, MA in Journalism & Mass Communication, MA, MTech, MSc, MSc (Hons), MCom, MCom (Hons), MBA, MPed, and BPed programmes. Candidates who wish to appear for the exam must fill out an online application form available on the official website. The exam will be conducted in the paper-based test mode across various exam centres in Punjab. 

Check the table below to know the highlights for PU-CET (PG).

PU CET (PG) registration is an online process. The PU CET (PG) application forms 2026 were available online on the official website of PU CET (PG). Students can fill out the online application form until the last date. The PU CET (PG) exam application process includes the following steps:

Candidates appearing for PU-CET PG must fulfil the following eligibility criteria:

Master of Business Administration for Executives

The minimum qualification for admission to the first semester of the course shall be:

(i) A Bachelor‘s degree in any discipline which has been recognised by the Syndicate as equivalent thereto with not less than 50% aggregate

• In case of candidates have a Bachelor‘s degree in Modern Indian Languages (Hindi/Urdu/Punjabi (Gurmukhi Script) and/or in a Classical Language (Sanskrit/Persian/Arabic) from Panjab University or any other University recognised by the Syndicate, 50% aggregate will be calculated by taking into account the full percentage of marks in all the papers excluding the optional paper, English and the elective subject taken together, or
• The candidates must have passed the final examination conducted by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, or England / Institute of Cost Accountants of India or Chartered Institute of Management Accountants of England / Institute of Company Secretaries of India, or
• The candidate holds a Diploma in Personnel Management and Labour Welfare or a Diploma in Marketing Management with not less than 60% aggregate

(ii) Executive experience of two years or above in a full-time job in a commercial or industrial establishment after having passed the qualifying examination as given above. Members of All India or State Administrative / Technical Services and Defence Personnel holding administrative positions with not less than two years of executive experience will also be eligible. Organisational sponsorship is essential. 

Master in Business Administration, Commerce and Information Technology

• Candidate should hold BA /BSc / BCom or any other Graduation degree
• Candidate must have secured a minimum of 50% aggregate from Panjab University or any other University recognised by the Syndicate

Note: Candidates willing to apply for MEFB (Master of Entrepreneurship and Family Business) can also hold either a Bachelor’s or a Master’s degree in any discipline from a recognised University. In addition to this, the candidate should have also passed the final examination conducted by: 

• The Institute of Chartered Accounts of India
• The Institute of Cost and Works Accountants of India and
• The Institute of Company Secretaries of India

The admission process through PU-CET (PG) exam has been explained below:

PU-CET (PG) admission process

• PU-CET (PG) 2026 Application Forms

Candidates willing to appear for PU-CET (PG) 2026 need to fill PU-CET(PG) application form and submit the required documents. Take a look at the table below to know the PU-CET (PG) application fee.

Note: Additional fee of INR 710 will be charged for each additional course.

• PU-CET (PG) 2026 Admit Card

Registered candidates will be able to download the PU-CET (PG) admit card from the official website of Panjab University. This is an important document to be carried to the examination hall. The admit cards will be made available at least a week before the date of the examination.

• PU-CET (PG) 2026 Exam

Once the aspirant registers successfully for the exam and receives the admit card, he/she needs to appear for the exam. The test duration will be 1 hour and 30 minutes for all three programmes.

• PU-CET (PG) 2026 Result

 PU-CET (PG) results are generally declared within a month from the date of examination. Candidates can view their scorecards online by entering their registration numbers. Candidates who clear the exam will make it to the merit list prepared by the admission authorities. 

• PU-CET (PG) 2026 Counselling

Once the results are declared, PU-CET (PG) counselling round will be conducted by the University where candidates are required to be present in person with all the required documents.

PU-CET (PG) is a postgraduate entrance test conducted by Panjab University for admission to various PG courses. The exam is held every year for students who want to study subjects like science, humanities, law, and other streams at the university. PU-CET (PG) checks a student’s subject knowledge and basic understanding of the chosen course. The question paper is usually objective type and follows the syllabus prescribed by the university. Candidates must meet the eligibility rules before applying. The application form is filled online through the official website. After the exam, results are declared and used for counselling and seat allotment. PU-CET (PG) is an important exam for students aiming for higher studies at Panjab University.

The entrance test will be held in four cities across Punjab. Candidates will have to select their choice of exam cities while filling PU-CET (PG) application form.