CUET PG 2022 Analysis and Student Reactions
Central University Entrance Test Postgraduate 2026 ( CUET-PG )
CUET PG 2026 Result
24 Apr '26 - 24 May '26
CUET PG 2022 exam has commenced on September 1 and will be conducted till September 11. Get the CUET PG 2022 analysis and student reactions here on this page.
CUET PG 2022 Analysis and Student Reactions
CUET PG 2022 exam has commenced on September 1 and the last date of the exam is September 11. The exam is being conducted for admission to the postgraduate programmes offered at 66 central and other universities for 3.57 lakh candidates. According to the CUET PG 2022 analysis and student reactions, the CUET PG 2022 difficulty level can be termed as easy to moderate. The questions were on the expected lines and unlike the CUET UG 2022, candidates did not face any technical glitches. This article of Shiksha.com brings the CUET PG 2022 analysis and student reactions.
- CUET PG 2022 Exam Pattern and Structure
- CUET PG Exam Pattern 2022: Marking Scheme
- CUET PG 2022 Analysis
- CUET PG 2022 Student Reactions
CUET PG 2022 Exam Pattern and Structure
The following table brings the CUET PG 2022 exam pattern and structure.
| Part |
Sections/Subjects |
Number of Questions |
|---|---|---|
| A |
Language Comprehension/Verbal Ability, General Test (GK, QA, Analytical Skills) |
25 |
| B |
Domain knowledge |
75 |
Candidates must note that the Language Comprehension/Verbal Ability section is compulsory. The General Test also has to be taken by candidates opting for all test papers except Education (PGQP01).
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CUET PG Exam Pattern 2022: Marking Scheme
The total marks of CUET PG 2022 is 400. The marking scheme of the CUET PG 2022 exam is as follows:
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Each question carries four marks.
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For each correct response, candidates will get four marks.
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For each incorrect answer, one mark will be deducted from the total score.
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Unanswered/un-attempted answers will be given no marks.
CUET PG 2022 Analysis
According to test-takers, the General Test was easy and the Domain Knowledge section was moderate to tough. The questions were on the expected lines and within the CUET PG 2022 syllabus but according to some students, a few questions were out of the syllabus and tricky. Although a majority of the candidates thought that the exam duration of two hours was sufficient, few were of the opinion that the duration was not sufficient to solve the exam. Also, they felt that the level of the questions was of the undergraduate level.
Commonly asked questions
Jawaharlal Nehru University is very widely known for its path-breaking research in the field of Sciences and encourages students towards transformation and innovation in various sectors corresponding to different schools such as the School of Physical Sciences (SPS), the School of Life Sciences (SLS) and the Special Centre for Microbiology among others. JNU is renowned for producing members of various committees of National and International organisations.
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The structure of the CUET PG question paper is here. Take a look
Part | Sections/Subjects | Number of Questions |
|---|---|---|
A | Language Comprehension/Verbal Ability, General Test (GK, QA, Analytical Skills) | 25 |
B | Domain knowledge | 75 |
Note - The information is taken from the official site of the exam.
Candidates must note that the Language Comprehension/Verbal Ability section is compulsory. The General Test also has to be taken by candidates opting for all test papers except Education (PGQP01).
Yes, a CUH degree is valid everywhere in India. Since it's a government-accredited university. Central University of Haryana is a government University established under the Central Universities Act 2009. The degree and overall performance help students to get good placements in popular courses and professional courses offered by the university. It is popular for courses like B.Tech, M.Com, M.A, LLB, MBA, B.Sc, MCA, B.Ed and many more. It's degree is accepted for post-graduation courses as well as other entrance exams eligibility.
It offers various degree programme in a variety of fields. The range of packages offered overall college is INR 7 lakh per annum to 1.5 lakh per annum.
Below are the list of changes that have been introduced in the CUET PG exam for the academic session 2024-2025:
- There will not be any general paper for CUET PG exam. From this year the candidate can choose General paper as a Subject. The comprehension part of these papers would be English or Hindi as chosen by the candidate during registration.
- CUET PG Question paper choice reduced: Until last year, candidates were able to choose a maximum of 20 test paper codes in all but from this year on, candidates can choose maximum of four question paper codes.
- Duration of Exam would be of 105 Minutes.
- The Question paper will have 75 Questions.
- CUET PG 2024 examination centres reduced to 300 from 313.
CUET PG 2022 Student Reactions
Watch and read the CUET PG 2022 student reactions below.
Rishi: I had opted for the Geography paper. It was of moderate difficulty level. The question topics were within the syllabus. The General Test section consisting of 25 questions was also easy. I have opted for JNU.
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Khushi: I appeared for the Life Sciences subject in CUET PG 2022. Although the difficulty level of the paper was moderate, it was difficult for me to manage the time since the questions were lengthy. Some of the topics from Life Sciences were Animal Physiology, Plant Physiology and Human Physiology among others. The General Test was easy for me.
Ritwik: I took the Life Sciences paper for CUET PG. The topics from which the majority of the questions were asked included Genetics and Cell Theory. Even though the questions were from the syllabus, I found the questions on the tougher side. Rest, there were no challenges regarding the General Test or time management.
Commonly asked questions
Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) offers a two-year full-time MBA course at the postgraduate level. It is offered by the university through the Atal Bihari Vajpayee School of Management & Entrepreneurship. JNU was ranked 2nd position in the University category by the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2024. Talking about JNU placements, the median package offered during JNU PG 2-year placements in 2023 stood at INR 9.5 LPA. So, yes JNU is a decent option to pursue an MBA degree.
JNU MCA admission is based on a valid Central University Entrance Test (Postgraduate) CUET-PG score. CUET PG is an all-India-level entrance exam conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). According to test-takers, the General Test was easy and the Domain Knowledge section was moderate to tough. Although the questions were on the expected lines and within the CUET PG syllabus but according to some students, a few questions were out of the syllabus and tricky. So, the JNU MCA entrance is not very tough but can be tricky.
Afsha: My CUET PG paper was on Biotechnology. The paper was of medium difficulty level. Apart from Biotechnology topics, there were questions on Botany and Zoology as well. My preferred universities are the Central University of Gujarat or the Central University of Haryana and JNU.
Prachi: I had opted for the Zoology paper. The questions were mainly Calvin Cycle, Bryophytes, Pteridophyte, Biostatistics, Biotechnology, and Genetics among others. Although there were some surprise questions, overall it was a moderate paper. I am aiming to get through either JNU or the Central University of Haryana.
Navin: I took the Geography paper today. Since I did my graduation in Geology, the exam was a little tough for me. The topics of questions were within the syllabus only but I found the Research and Statistics questions on the tougher side and they were time-consuming as well.
CUET PG is the gateway to around 80 postgraduate courses. The exam is being conducted in CUET PG test centres located in 250 cities across India and 13 cities abroad.
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Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered a week ago
Yes, Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) accepts CUET PG scores for MCA admissions starting from the 2023 cycle onward. For the 2026–27 session, MCA admissions at JMI are routed through CUET PG conducted by NTA, and candidates must apply via the university's admission portal after appearing for CUET PG.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
With a CUET PG MCA score of 118, admission to top central universities like DU, JNU, BHU, or premier NITs/IITs is unlikely, as their MCA cutoffs generally range between 170–200+ for the General category. However, you still have realistic chances in newer central universities, state universities, and
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
Yes, with a B.Sc. in Chemistry & Physics, you are eligible for M.Sc. Biochemistry at most Central Universities through CUET PG, provided you meet their subject requirements.
Eligibility Criteria (Typical for Central Universities)
Academic Background
B.Sc. degree in Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Bioche
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
| University | OBC Cutoff (Expected) | Your Score (105) | Admission Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Univ. of Karnataka (CUK) | ~220–235 marks | 105 | ❌ Not possible |
| Central Univ. of Kerala (CUKrl) | ~179–220 marks | 105 | ❌ Not possible |
| BHU (FMS) | ~220–235 marks | 105 | ❌ Not possible |
| DU / JNU | ~220–240 marks | 105 | ❌ Not possible |
| Pondicherry Univ. | ~180–200 marks | 105 | ❌ Not possible |
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 weeks ago
The National Testing Agency will release the CUET PG 2026 final answer key soon after the declaration of CUET PG result. The candidates should note that the final answer key will be released openly under the public domain.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 2 weeks ago
The CUET PG 2026 result has been released at https://exams.nta.nic.in/cuet-pg/. The National Testing Agency released the candidates' scorecard and final answer keys with the result.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 2 weeks ago
MBA students who wish to apply for Goel Group of Institutions scholarships through CUET-PG scores will need to secure a rank of 5000 at best.
After 5,000, candidates will witness an increase of scholarship if they score either 2,100 or above in CUET-PG.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 weeks ago
With a CUET PG score of 110, admission to M.Sc. Mathematics at Delhi University is very unlikely. DU's CUET PG cutoffs for Science courses, including Mathematics, generally range much higher—often above 200–250 marks out of 300 for the General category.
Why 110 Is Not Enough
- CUET PG is scored out of
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 weeks ago
With 59 marks out of 300 in CUET PG 2026 as a General Category student, securing a seat for MA English in top-tier Central Universities like DU, JNU, or BHU is highly unlikely.
For a General category student, 180+ is considered a "Good Score" for MA English, while below 100 typically limits options
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 4 weeks ago
CUET PG 2026 Answer Key was released on the official website. The last date to send objections was April 14. Candidates should know that at first, the CUET PG 2026 provisional answer key is released and after considering the objections, the NTA will release the final answer key.
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Contributor-Level 6