Central University of Punjab has opened PG admissions 2026 for 50 programmes through CUET-PG. Registration is ongoing. Check courses, new programmes and admission details.
Central University of Punjab (CU Punjab), Bathinda has opened applications for admission to 50 postgraduate (PG) programmes for 2026–27 academic session. Admissions will be conducted through Common University Entrance Test - Postgraduate (CUET-PG) 2026 for which registrations are currently ongoing.
Eligible candidates looking for admission in CU Punjab’s PG courses need to apply through National Testing Agency (NTA) CUET-PG portal within prescribed timeline.
CUET-PG 2026 Registration Ongoing
The CUET-PG 2026 registration process is currently underway, and interested candidates can submit their applications online via the official NTA website. This entrance exam is scheduled to be held in March 2026, as per tentative exam calendar released by NTA.
Candidates will be shortlisted for admission based on their CUET-PG scores, followed by university-level counselling and seat allocation.
Wide Range of PG Courses on Offer
CU Punjab is offering PG programmes across multiple disciplines, including Science, Technology, Humanities, Social Sciences, Commerce, Management, Law, Media Studies, and Performing Arts. The university aims to attract students from across the country by offering interdisciplinary programmes supported by research-driven teaching.
Six New PG Programmes Introduced From 2026–27
Commonly asked questions
CUET PG 2026 examination was held in March 2026.The online applications were filled form from December 14 to January 23, 2026. While filling up the CUET PG online application form, test taker can select only one subject in one slot of the examination day. However, from the previous year academic year, they were able to choose a maximum of 20 test paper codes in all.
Before choosing multiple subjects for the examination, candidates are advised to check the minimum education eligibility criteria for the particular course they have applied for. Also, check the university-specific subject criteria for the subject a candidate wants to appear for.
NTA had started the CUET PG 2026 application process on December 14, 2025, at the official website for admissions to the master's degree programmes offered at various participating institutes.
CUET PG registration process 2026 was completely online, and candidates could fill out the application form by creating a registered account at the official website. The last date for filling out the CUET PG application form 2026 was January 23, 2026. Originally, the last date of application was January 14, 2026, which was extended till January 20 and January 23. The application fee had to be paid by January 25, 11.50 PM.
NTA released the CUET PG 2026 information brochure and exam notification on December 14, 2025. Candidates could select four city choices while filling the CUET PG 2026 application form. The city choices had to be entered in order of preference within their present and permanent address. Based on this, NTA will allot the exam centre. NTA reserves the right to allot any exam city to the candidates that is not among the candidates' selected choices.
Starting 2026–27 academic session, university has also introduced six new postgraduate programmes, expanding its academic offerings.
These include:
- M.Sc. Community Medicine & Health
- M.Sc. Biotechnology
- MBA in Hospitality & Tourism Management
- MA Public Policy and Governance
- MA Civilization Studies
- MA Religious Studies
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