CUET PG 2026 New Guidelines; Check Details on Application, Eligibility, Exam City Selection and More
Central University Entrance Test Postgraduate 2026 ( CUET-PG )
CUET PG 2026 Result
24 Apr '26 - 24 May '26
The National Testing Agency released the CUET PG 2026 notification and application form on December 14, 2025. This article of Shiksha brings the CUET PG 2026 new guidelines in terms of application, exam city selection, eligibility, course selection and more.
CUET PG 2026 New Guidelines
The National Testing Agency released the CUET PG 2026 notification and application form on December 14, 2025. Even though the major aspects of the exam, including CUET PG exam pattern, syllabus, courses, etc. have remained the same, there are a few changes in the exam centres and selection of the number of exam cities. This article of Shiksha brings the CUET PG 2026 new guidelines in terms of application, exam city selection, eligibility, course selection and more.
Before going through the important guidelines for CUET PG 2026, let us first know about the exam overview and exam pattern in detail.
- CUET PG 2026 Overview
- CUET PG 2026 New Guidelines on Application Process
- CUET PG 2026 New Guidelines on Exam City Choices
- CUET PG 2026 New Guidelines on Paper and University Selection
- CUET PG 2026 Eligibility Criteria
CUET PG 2026 Overview
The CUET PG 2026 highlights are provided below.
| Particulars |
Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name |
Common University Entrance Test (Postgraduate) |
| Conducting Body |
National Testing Agency |
| Exam Level |
Postgraduate |
| Exam Frequency |
Once a year |
| Exam Mode |
Online or CBT |
| Total No. of Test Takers |
Around 4 lakh |
| Courses Offered Through CUET PG |
Master's Degree- MA, MSc, MCom, MTech, MCA, MFA Professional Degree- LLB, LLM, BEd, MEd, MBA |
| Exam Fees |
INR 1400 (General) INR 1200 (OBC-NCL, EWS) INR 1100 (SC, ST and Transgender) INR 1000 (PwD) INR 7,000 (International centres) |
| Exam Duration |
90 Minutes |
| Total Marks |
300 Marks |
| Total Number of Questions |
75 Questions |
| Marking Scheme |
+4 for each correct answer -1 for each incorrect answer |
| Language of Exam |
English, Hindi and Sanskrit (Acharya papers) |
| Exam Centre Cities |
302 cities in India and 24 cities abroad |
| Accepting Colleges |
190+ institutions |
| Official Website |
exams.nta.nic.in/CUET-PG/ |
| Contact Details |
011-40759000 |
Commonly asked questions
| Course | CUET PG Cutoff Range for Round 1 |
|---|---|
| MA | 41.66 to 97.66 |
| MSc | 51.33 to 76.66 |
| MTech | 30 to 46.66 |
| MCA | 75.33 |
| MPH | 78.66 |
| PG Diploma in Big Data Analytics | 50 |
| Advanced Diploma in Mass Media in Urdu | 53.66 |
To apply to universities for admission based on your CUET PG scores, you need to follow the process given below.
- Check the eligibility criteria for the universities and courses you are interested in.
- Visit the university website and register for the admission process.
- Upload your CUET PG scorecard and other required documents.
- Pay the application fee.
In case the students are shortlisted for admission, they have to visit the campus to verify their documents and pay the admission fee. The participating universities conduct the admission process separately. Students also need to apply separately for each course, even for the same university. After the declaration of the CUET PG result, students should check the university websites separately to track the counselling dates and events.
Age limit criteria for PU CET UG exam is as follows:
- Candidates must be at least 17 years of age as on December 31 of the year of admission.
- There is no upper age limit for the exam.
| Course Name | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| MSc Chemistry | BSc (Hons)/ BSc under 10 2 3 pattern securing a minimum of 50 percent marks in the aggregate in Science subjects (considering all the three years of BSc Course). The subject in which admission is sought must be Hons subject at BSc (Hons) level/a subject studied in all the three years at Graduate level. |
| MSc Computer Science | BSc (Hons)/ BSc under 10 2 3 pattern securing a minimum of 50 percent marks in the aggregate in Science subjects (considering all the three years of BSc Course). The subject in which admission is sought must be Honos subject at BSc (Hons) level/a subject studied in all the three years at Graduate level. |
| MSc Mathematics | BSc (Hons)/B A (Hons)/BSc/B A under 10 2 3 pattern securing a minimum of 50 percent marks in the aggregate considering all the three years of BSc/B A Courses). The candidate must have studied Mathematics Hons. or studied subject Mathematics in the all the three years at Graduate level. For BSc (Hons)/BSc only Science subjects and for BA (Hons)/B A all subjects except those subjects where only pass marks are required and which do not contribute to the total in the final (degree) mark sheet. |
| MSc Physics | BSc (Hons)/ BSc under 10 2 3 pattern securing a minimum of 50 percent marks in the aggregate in Science subjects (considering all the three years of BSc Course). The subject in which admission is sought must be Hons subject at BSc (Hons) level/a subject studied in all the three years at Graduate level. |
| MSc Environmental Sciences | A minimum of 50 percent marks (equivalent GPA) in BSc (Hons)/BSc (10 2 3) as well as at 10 & 10 2 examinations. |
| MSc Botany | BSc (Hons) Botany |
| MSc Zoology | BSc (Hons) Zoology |
CUET PG 2026 New Guidelines on Application Process
The CUET PG 2026 application process is completely online. To complete the process, candidates have to visit the exam website, followed by registration and application. The important instructions shared by NTA regarding the application process are given below.
- Candidates can apply for CUET PG 2026 through Online mode only on the website https://exams.nta.nic.in/cuet-pg/. The Application Form in any other mode was not be accepted.
- Only one application is to be submitted by a candidate. More than one application i.e. multiple Application Forms submitted by a candidate were rejected.
- Candidates must ensure that the e-mail address and Mobile Number provided in the Online Application Form are their own or Parents/Guardians' only, as all information/communication were sent by NTA on the registered e-mail address or the registered Mobile Number only.
The table below shows the CUET PG application fee:
| Category |
Application Fee (in INR) (For upto two test papers) |
Application Fee Outside India (in INR) (For upto three test papers) |
|---|---|---|
| General |
1,400 |
7,000 |
| Gen-EWS/ OBC-NCL |
1,200 |
|
| SC / ST / Third Gender |
1,100 |
|
| PwD |
1,000 |
- For each additional paper, candidates will have to pay the following application fees.
| Category |
Application Fee (in INR) |
Application Fee Outside India (in INR) |
|---|---|---|
| General |
700 |
3,500 |
| Gen-EWS/ OBC-NCL |
600 |
|
| SC / ST / Third Gender |
600 |
|
| PwD |
600 |
Also Read: How to Fill CUET PG 2026 Application Form
CUET PG 2026 New Guidelines on Exam City Choices
CUET PG 2026 exam centres was conducted in 292 cities in total. Out of this, 286 were located in India, and 16 were located outside India. This year, the total number of cities has decreased. Last year, the number of exam cities was 312, out of which 285 were in India, and 17 were located abroad.
As per the new CUET PG 2026 guidelines, applicants can select four cities in preferential order. Although initially, as per the CUET PG 2026 notification, candidates could select two options. Later, on December 20, 2025, NTA decided to let them select four city choices for greater flexibility. The notification also stated that those who have already submitted the application form, can add exam city choices during the CUET PG 2026 application correction window scheduled from January 18 to January 20, 2026.
Also Read:
CUET PG 2026: NTA Allows Four Exam City Choices for Greater Flexibility
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Commonly asked questions
CUET PG cutoff marks are not declared by single authority, but the universities set their own cutoff for specific courses right after the results are declared.
CUET PG cutoff mainly depends on the following -
- difficulty level
- number of seats available
- total number of test takers
- NIRF rankings
- category of student
Hope this helped your query! All the best!
CUET PG 2026 is a nation-level exam conducted for admissions to the master's degree and professional degree courses for around 200 participating universities. NTA, the exam conducting body, conducts the exam every year, and the role of NTA is till the declaration of results. The exam officials don't release any specific CUET PG cut-offs.
CUET PG cut-off 2026 will be released by the participating universities individually, depending upon the number of registrations made by the candidates and the availability of seats.
Since the CUET PG 2026 results and university-wise cutoffs are yet to be released. Based on the input taken by the candidates on the CUET PG exam difficulty level, candidates can check out the expected cut-off below:
- General Category: 190-210
- OBC Category: 180-200
- SC Category: 170-185
- ST Category: 165-175
Students can choose up to four subjects in the CUET PG 2026 exam. The choice of subjects would depend on the course studied in graduation and the universities opted for.
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CUET PG 2026 New Guidelines on Paper and University Selection
Candidates have to select up to four subjects or test papers. However, there is no cap on the number of universities that can be applied for. Candidates must note that the application to the CUET PG 2026 participating universities has to be done separately, by visiting the university website, once the CUET PG 2026 result is declared. Before applying for the universities, they should also check whether their preferred courses are offered by them and the papers are as per their course-wise eligibility criteria.
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CUET PG 2026 Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria for CUET PG 2026 are as follows:
- Candidates must have passed a Bachelor's degree or equivalent from a recognised institute
- Final year students are also eligible to apply, provided they pass the qualifying exam before the counselling process
- There is no age limit for applying for CUET PG exam. However, universities may have separate eligibility criteria regarding age limit or other factors
Note:
- For admission in Universities through CUET PG 2026, the existing policies regarding quota, category, relaxation, reservations, qualification, subject combinations, preferences, etc. of the
respective University shall be applicable. - As the eligibility criteria for admission may be unique for every University, the candidates are advised to visit the University website to which they are applying for their respective programs.
- Candidates are advised to satisfy themselves before applying that they possess the eligibility criteria laid down by the University they are applying.
- Mere appearance in the Entrance Test or securing pass marks at the test does not entitle a candidate to be considered for admission to the Programme unless he/she fulfil the Programme
wise eligibility conditions of the University they are applying to.
Also Read:
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The CUET PG 2026 exam pattern and syllabus have remained the same as last year. The exam was conducted in a computer-based or CBT mode. Last year, the pattern was changed, and this year it has remained the same. The total duration of the exam was 90 minutes or 1.5 hours. There were 75 objective type multiple choice questions from the test paper opted for. Unlike previous years, attempting the General Paper is not mandatory.
The CUET PG 2026 exam was conducted till March 30, 2026, in multiple days window. As per last year’s trend, it is expected that the exam was conducted in a maximum of three shifts.
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 3 days ago
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To get the admission in the participating universities, you will be required to fill the admission form of the desired institution/university. If your marks breach their cutoff, you will get the admission. You can predict the college based on your marks here - https://www.shiksha.com/science/cue
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 2 weeks 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 2 weeks 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
S
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 weeks 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
S
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 weeks 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 |
S
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 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 3 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 3 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.
S
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 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
S
Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month 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