Do you plan to take part in the CUET PG 2026 examination? If you want to achieve success in the CUET PG examination and get admission into a wish-listed participating university or college, a candidate must possess a preparation plan for study. Check out this Shiksha article to get a detailed CUET PG preparation study plan and important factors on which candidates must be focused. Also, get the latest important dates about the CUET PG 2026 academic session.
CUET PG 2026 Preparation Strategy: Tips, Guide, and Important Topics
Preparation is the key to success. Students preparing for the CUET PG 2026 exam must have a proper strategy. They must know CUET PG syllabus and pattern to plan a preparation strategy. Before starting the preparation, students must gather all required resources. Students can also follow the preparation tips shared by the CUET PG toppers. National Testing Agency will conduct Common University Entrance Test PG from March 6 to 27, 2026.
Candidates must solve CUET PG question paper in the last month of exam. This will help in self assessment and identify the high weightage topics. Focus on weak topics for improvement. Also, attempt CUET PG mock test 2026 to get exposer of online exam. Check the page for the CUET PG 2026 preparation strategy.
- CUET PG 2026 Preparation Tips
- CUET PG 2026 Exam Pattern
- CUET PG Syllabus - All Subject
- CUET PG Question Paper - All Paper
CUET PG 2026 Preparation Tips
Candidates appearing for the CUET PG entrance test can check a few preparation tips here.
- Know exam syllabus and pattern: Before starting the preparation, it is important to know what to study. Students need to check the CUET PG syllabus 2026 for the paper they are appearing for. The syllabus makes you aware of what to study rather than randomly hitting any topics. Also, check the exam pattern of CUET PG 2026 to know the marking scheme.
- Gather Resources: In preparation, the main ingredient is resources. After knowing the exam syllabus, gather all useful resources like books, previous year question papers, class notes, and mock test.
- Make handy notes: Make handy notes of important topics, definitions, and formulas while studying. These notes will be useful during the revision process.
- Solve Question Paper and Mock Test: After completing 60 to 70 percent of the syllabus, start solving previous year question paper of CUET PG. Solving the question papers twice a week help in self assessment and identify high weightage topics. After solving the paper evalute it honestly and focus on question you were unable to solve.
- Revision: It is the most important part. Regular revision will help to remember topics.
CUET PG 2026 Exam Pattern
Before starting the CUET PG prep for any of the subjects, students should focus on the CUET PG exam pattern. Also, they must be aware of the total number of questions, the CUET PG Exam time, and the marking scheme. Go through the CUET PG exam pattern in the table, which can give you an idea about the structure of the examination. The table below brings the expected CUET PG 2026 exam pattern highlights.
| Particulars |
Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of the examination |
Computer-based test (CBT)/Lan-based/Online |
| Medium/ Language |
English and Hindi |
| Duration of the examination |
1 hour 30 minutes or 90 minutes |
| Frequency of exams in a year |
Once a year |
| Type of questions |
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) asked from CUET PG syllabus |
| Total number of Questions |
75 |
| Total Marks |
300 |
| Negative marking |
Yes |
| Marking Scheme |
+4 for correct answer| -1 for an incorrect answer |
| Total sections in the question paper |
1 |
| Name of the section and number of questions asked from it |
Section A: Scrapped Section B: Domain Specific Questions |
Also Read: CUET PG Important Topics: Check Course & Subject-wise Weightage Analysis
CUET PG Exam Pattern: Marking Scheme
The marking scheme of the CUET PG 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 wrong answer one mark will be deducted from the total score.
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Unanswered/un-attempted answers will be given no marks.
Also Read: CUET PG Shift Timings: Exam Date Sheet, Reporting Time & Exam Duration
CUET PG Syllabus - All Subject
Here is the syllabus for Common University Entrance Test PG. Students can check the syllabus for their paper.
Also Read: CUET PG Course List; Check Stream-Wise Masters Subject Here
CUET PG Question Paper - All Paper
Candidates appearing for the CUET PG can find previous year question paper for all domains here. Download and practice for the exam.
| Subject | Question Paper |
|---|---|
| Zoology | Zoology Previous Year Question Paper |
| Chemistry | Chemistry Previous Year Question Paper |
| Domain Wise Question Paper | CUET PG Previous Year Question Paper |
| Biochemistry | Biochemistry Previous Year Question Paper |
| Food Science and Technology | Food Science & Technology Previous Year Question Paper |
| Physics | Physics Previous Year Question Paper |
| Botany | Botany Previous Year Question Paper |
| MBA | MBA Previous Year Question Paper |
| Chemisty | |
| Mathematics | |
| Plant Biotechnology | Plant Biotechnology Question Paper PDF |
| Horticulture | Horticulture Question Paper PDF |
| MSW | MSW Question Paper PDF |
| Environmental Science | Environmental Science Question Paper PDF |
| MEd | MEd Previous Year Question Paper |
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Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 2 days ago
I went through the same confusion when I was preparing for CUET.
From my experience, CUET previous year question paper and mock tests both played different roles, and neither alone was enough.
What PYQs actually helped me with
When I started solving CUET previous year question papers, I realized:
- The ex
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Beginner-Level 2
Answered a week ago
Hi,
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 4 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 4 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
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 4 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
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 4 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 a month 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 a month 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 a month 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 a month 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