CUET-PG M.Com Notification 2026: Exam Dates, Registration, Vacancy, Results

Central University Entrance Test Postgraduate 2026 ( CUET-PG )

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CUET PG Notification 2026 was released on December 14, 2025, by the National Testing Agency. The CUET PG 2026 application form was released on the same date, along with the launch of the exam website and information bulletin. The last date of application is January 14, 2026, till 11.50 PM

As per the latest NTA notification on CUET PG 2026, candidates can select up to four exam cities within their present and permanent address. Those who already submitted form can add cities in the correction window from January 18, 2026, to January 20, 2026.

The CUET PG exam dates 2026 will be scheduled tentatively between the first week of March 2026 to the fourth week of March 2026. Candidates who have completed their undergraduate degree from a recognised university, or are in the final year of graduation, are eligible to appear for the CUET PG examination. 

Also Read:

CUET PG 2026: NTA Allows Four Exam City Choices for Greater Flexibility

CUET PG 2026 Registration Begins; Apply Till January 14 at exams.nta.nic.in

 

Table of contents
  • CUET PG Notification 2026 Overview
  • CUET PG 2026 Important Dates
  • CUET PG Exam Notification PDF Download
  • CUET PG 2026 Eligibility Criteria
  • CUET PG 2026 Application Process and Fees
  • CUET PG Exam Notification 2026 FAQs
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CUET PG Notification 2026 Overview

The CUET PG 2026 notification includes details such as important dates, exam papers or subjects, instructions and exam cities. The exam will be conducted for 157 courses, in 292 cities across India, including 16 cities abroad.

The following table brings the important features or highlights of the NTA CUET PG 2026 exam.

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

Masters Degree- MA, MSc, MCom, MTech, MCA, MFA

Professional Degree- LLB, LLM, BEd, MEd, MBA

Exam Fees

INR 1,200 (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
011-69227700

Also Read: CUET PG Vs IIT JAM: Which is Better for Master’s Degree

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Does Faculty of Law, BHU accept CUET-PG score for LLM admission?
A: 

Yes, the Faculty of Law, BHU accepts CUET-PG scores for admission to LLM courses. Candidates seeking admission must have a valid score in the national-level examination. In 2025, the cutoff marks for the one-year LLM and two-year LLM courses stood at 187 and 185, respectively. The mentioned cutoff was for the applicants belonging to the General All-India category.

Q:   Do all universities take MBA admission through CUET-PG?
A: 

The choice of entrance exam for MBA, differs from university to university. If we take the example of MBA admissions in IMS Indore, School of Management, and AKS University we will see that among them also there is not much uniformity over the choice of entrance exam chosen for MBA admissions.

In the case of IMS Indore and AKS University, both of them only take into account the CUET-PG score of the candidate, whereas, in the case of School of Management – XAT, ITM, NEST, CMAT, CAT, ATMA exam scores can be considered for admission.

Q:   Does CUET PG Exam conducting body changes every year?
A: 

No, it doesn't change. The National Testing Agency (NTA) has been consistently responsible for conducting the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) PG since its inception.

CUET PG 2026 Important Dates

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of CUET-PG 2026 exam

DatesUpcoming Exam Dates
14 Dec ' 25 - 14 Jan ' 26

CUET PG 2026 Application Process

ONGOING
18 Jan ' 26 - 20 Jan ' 26

CUET PG 2026 Application Correction Window

Feb ' 26

CUET PG 2026 Advance City Intimation Slip

TENTATIVE
Feb ' 26

CUET PG 2026 Admit Card

TENTATIVE
Mar ' 26

CUET PG 2026 Exam Date

TENTATIVE
Apr ' 26

CUET PG Provisional Answer Key 2026

TENTATIVE
Apr ' 26

CUET PG Final Answer Key 2026

TENTATIVE
DatesPast Exam Dates
14 Dec ' 25

CUET PG Exam Notification

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CUET PG Exam Notification PDF Download

NTA has released the CUET PG 2026 notification in PDF format. The notification contains the CUET PG 2026 exam dates and other information. For your reference, here we have provided the CUET PG 2026 notification PDF.

CUET PG 2026 Notification PDF

Take a look at the information present on the CUET PG Notification.

  • Exam Overview: The CUET PG notification starts with the introduction of the exam, in terms of the exam conducting body, participating universities, and mode of conduct.
  • Important Dates: The CUET PG notification document includes a table of important dates for events such as application, correction window, city intimation slip, admit card and exam dates. The dates for answer key and result will be announced later. 
  • Number of Papers and Medium: The CUET PG 2026 notification will include the total number of exam papers and the languages or mediums of the question papers. There are 157 papers across streams. The medium of the CUET PG question papers is bilingual, or English and Hindi. However, the Acharya subject question papers will be in Sanskrit. The Language papers will be in the respective languages. 
  • Important Instructions: The notification will carry important instructions regarding the application process and other details. 
  • List of Courses and Question Paper Codes: The next part of the CUET PG notification includes the list of courses or papers for which the entrance exam is conducted. It will be followed by the question paper codes. 
  • Exam Cities: The final section of the CUET PG notification carries the list of exam cities where the centres will be located across India and abroad. According to last year's notification, the CUET PG centres were located in 292 cities across India, including 16 cities outside India. 
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the eligibility criteria for the MSc courses offered by Banaras Hindu University?
A: 

 

Course NameEligibility Criteria
MSc ChemistryBSc (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 ScienceBSc (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 MathematicsBSc (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 PhysicsBSc (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 SciencesA minimum of 50 percent marks (equivalent GPA) in BSc (Hons)/BSc (10 2 3) as well as at 10 & 10 2 examinations.
MSc BotanyBSc (Hons) Botany
MSc ZoologyBSc (Hons) Zoology
Q:   What are the PG courses offered by Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) through the CUET PG exam?
A: 

Tata Institutes of Social Sciences (TISS) has announced its decision to discontinue the TISS NET Exam. The decision is taken into consideration as per the directions released by the Ministry of Education stating the conduct of the CUET PG 2024 exam for PG admissions. 

Here are the list of PG courses which are offered by TISS through CUET PG exam:

  • Mumbai Campus: 
  1. Master of Arts in Education (Elementary)
  2. Master of Arts in Development Studies 
  3. Master of Arts in Women's Studies 
  4. Masters in International Electoral Management and Practices (MIEMP)
  5. Master of Arts / Master of Science in (Environment, Climate Change and Sustainability Studies) 
  6. Master of Arts / Master of Science in Regulatory Policy and Governance
  7. Master of Arts / Master of Science in (Urban Policy and Governance) 
  8. Master of Arts / Master of Science in (Water Policy and Governance) 
  9. Master of Hospital Administration (MHA) 
  10. Master of Public Health (Health Administration)
  11. Master of Public Health ( Health Policy, Economics and Finance) {MPH-HPEF} 
  12. Master of Public Health ( Social Epidemiology) {MPH-SE} 
  13. Master of Arts in (Social Entrepreneurship)
  14. Master of Arts in Media and Cultural Studies
  15. Master of Laws (Access to Justice) 
  16. Master of Arts in Social Work (Children & Families)
  17. Master of Arts in Social Work (Community Organisation & Development Practice) 
  18. Master of Arts in Social Work (Criminology & Justice) 
  19. Master of Arts in Social Work (Dalit & Tribal Studies and Action) 
  20. Master of Arts in Social Work (Disability Studies & Action) 
  21. Master of Arts in Social Work (Livelihoods and Social Entrepreneurship) 
  22. Master of Arts in Social Work (Mental Health) 
  23. Master of Arts in Social Work (Public Health)
  24. Master of Arts in Social Work (Women-Centred Practice)
  • Tuljapur Campus
  1. Master of Arts in Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship
  2. Master of Arts / Master of Science in Development Policy, Planning and Practice
  3. Master of Arts / Master of Science in Sustainable Livelihoods and Natural Resources Governance 
  4. Master of Arts (Social Work in Rural Development)
  • Hyderabad Campus
  1. Master of Arts in Education
  2. Master of Arts in Cities and Governance 
  3. Master of Arts in Development Studies 
  4. Master of Arts in Rural Development and Governance
  5. Master of Arts in Natural Resource & Governance
  6. Master of Arts in Public Policy and Governance 
  7. Post-Graduate Diploma: Cities and Governance 
  8. Post-Graduate Diploma (Natural Resource & Governance) 
  9. Post Graduate Diploma (Public Policy & Governance)
  10. Master of Arts in Women's Studies
  • Guwahati Campus
  1. Master of Arts in Social Work (Community Organisation & Development Practices)
  2. Master of Arts in Social Work (Counselling) 
  3. Master of Arts in Social Work (Livelihoods and Social Entrepreneurship) 
  4. Master of Arts in Social Work (Public Health) 

Note:

Apart from these PG programme, the following two programme admission will be done through CAT scores:

  • Master of Arts in Human Resource Management & Labour Relations
  • Master of Arts in Organisation Development, Change and Leadership.

 

Q:   What are the courses available at University of Delhi through CUET PG exam?
A: 

Delhi University will be offering 88 PG courses in various domains like MSc, MA, MTech, MFA, MPH, and other PG degrees through the CUET PG examination:

Programme/ Course offeredTest Paper Code
M.A. ArabicLAQP05
M.A. BuddhistACQP04
M.A. EnglishLAQP01
M.A. French StudiesLAQP10
M.A. German StudiesLAQP12
M.A. Hispanic StudiesLAQP14
M.A. Italian StudiesLAQP41
M.A. HindiLAQP02
Bachelor in Library & Information SciencesCOQP11
Master in Library & InformationSciencesCOQP13
M.A. LinguisticsLAQP04
M.A. BengaliLAQP07
M.A. TamilLAQP35
M.A. Comparative Indian LiteratureLAQP01
M.A. PhilosophyHUQP16
M.A. PsychologyHUQP20
M.A. Applied PsychologyHUQP20
M.A. PunjabiLAQP33
M.A. SanskritLAQP03
M.A. RussianLAQP34
M.A. UrduLAQP37
M.Com.COQP08
Bachelor in EducationCOQP06
B.Ed. (Pedagogy courses: Mathematics)COQP07
B.Ed. (Pedagogy courses: Languages)COQP05
1B.Ed. (Pedagogy courses: Social Science)COQP04
Master of EducationCOQP15
M.Sc. BiophysicsSCQP17
M.Sc. ElectronicsMTQP05
M.Tech. (Microwave Electronics)MTQP05
M.Sc. GeneticsSCQP17
M.Sc. InformaticsMTQP05
M.Sc. MicbrobiologySCQP03
Bachelor of Physical Education (B.P.Ed.)COQP11
Master of Physical Education (M.P.Ed.)COQP18
M.Sc. Plant Molecular Biology and BiotechnologySCQP17
LL.B.COQP11
LL.M.COQP14
Master of Computer ApplicationSCQP09
M.Sc. Computer ScienceSCQP09
M.A./M.Sc. MathematicsSCQP19
Master of Operational ResearchSCQP09
M.A. in Hindustani Music - Vocal/Instrumental (Sitar/Sarod/Veena/Violin/Guitar)HUQP14
M.A. in Karnatak Music - Vocal/Instrumental (Veena/Violin)HUQP12
M.A. in Percussion (Tabla/Pakhawaj)HUQP25
M.Sc. AnthropologyHUQP02
M.Sc. Forensic ScienceSCQP13
M.Sc. BotanySCQP07
M.Sc. Biomedical SciencesSCQP17
M.Sc. ChemistrySCQP08
M.A. Environmental StudiesSCQP11/COQP02
M.Sc. Environmental StudiesSCQP11
M.Sc. GeologySCQP14
M.Sc. Food and NutritionHUQP11
M.Sc. Resource Management &Design ApplicationHUQP11
M.Sc. Human Development & Childhood StudiesHUQP11
M.Sc. Development , Communication & ExtensionHUQP11
M.Sc. PhysicsSCQP24
M.Sc. ZoologySCQP17
M.A. Life Long Learning &ExtensionCOQP03
M.A. East Asian StudiesCOQP11
M.A. JapaneseLAQP15
M.A. EconomicsCOQP10
M.A. GeographyHUQP08
M.A. HistoryHUQP09
M.A. Political ScienceHUQP18
M.A. Social WorkHUQP21
M.A. SociologyHUQP22
M.Sc. (Mathematics Education)COQP03/COQP06
M.A. JournalismCOQP17
Master in Respiratory TheorySCQP21
M.A. in Hindu StudiesACQP08
M.A. in ChineseLAQP09
M.A. Korean StudiesLAQP20
Master of PhysiotherapySCQP21
M.A. PersianLAQP30
M.Sc. BiochemistrySCQP17
M.A./M.Sc. StatisticsSCQP27
M.Sc. Fabric & Apparel ScienceHUQP11
M.A. African StudiesCOQP11
B.Ed. Special Education (ID)COQP03
B.Ed. (Pedagogy courses: Commerce, Punjabi, Urdu, Home Science)COQP08, COQP03
Bachelor in Education (VI)COQP03
MFA (Applied Art)HUQP03
Master in Public HealthCOQP19
MFA (Painting, Sculpture, Printmaking and Visual Communication)HUQP07
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CUET PG 2026 Eligibility Criteria

CUET PG 2026 is a postgraduate-level entrance exam. The eligibility criteria laid down by NTA can be checked below. 

  • Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in the subject they plan to opt for in the CUET PG exam. 
  • Those who are in their final year of graduation are also eligible to appear for the exam, provided they obtain the degree within the stipulated date.
  • There is no age limit to appear for the exam.
  • The participating universities may have separate eligibility criteria, which must be complied with at the time of admission. 
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What are the Masters courses offered through CUET PG?
A: 

CUET PG 2026 is a national-level entrance exam for candidates who wish to pursue their Masters degree from the central universities. From the past years, many other state, private, and deemed universities is participating in the CUET PG examination. The examination will offer admission to a range of master's courses including normal and professional degree courses:

PG CoursesProfessional Degree Courses
  • MA
  • MSc
  • MCA
  • MCom
  • MFA
  • MBA
  • LLB
  • LLM
  • BEd
  • MEd

 

Q:   What are the new changes expected to be introduced in General Paper of CUET PG 2026 exam?
A: 

The National Testing Agency released the CUET PG 2026 notification on December 14, 2025. However, there has not been any change in terms of exam pattern, syllabus or application process. The total number of exam cities has decreased. 

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CUET PG 2026 Application Process and Fees

The CUET PG 2026 application process is being conducted online. Students have to visit the official website to fill and submit the application form. Take a look at the process below. 

  • Visit the CUET PG exam website: First, visit the exam website and click on the Registration tab.
  • Complete Registration process: Complete the registration process by filling up the form and creating a password. 
  • Complete Application process: Once the CUET PG 2026 registration process is completed and the login credentials are generated, click on the Login tab to proceed towards the application form. The form will be divided into multiple sections, including personal and academic details, selection of exam paper, question paper medium and exam city choices. Students can choose up to four exam papers and cities in order of preference. 
  • Upload Documents: Applicants have to upload their scanned photograph, signature and PWD or Reservation Category Certificate, if applicable, in the given format and dimensions.
  • Pay the Application Fee: Lastly, the CUET PG application fee has to be paid. The amount depends on the candidate category, the number of papers selected and the exam centre location.  

The table below shows the CUET PG application fee:

Category

Application Fee (in INR - two test papers)

Application Fee Outside India (in INR - two 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
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How many subjects can be opted in CUET PG while filling the application form?
A: 

CUET PG 2026 examination will be scheduled in March 2026. Aspirants preparing for the CUET PG exam can fill the online application form from December 14 to January 14, 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 the multiple subjects for the examination, candidates are advised to check the minimal education eligibility criteria for the particular course candidate has applied for. Also check the university specific subject criteria for the subject a candidate wants to appear for.

Q:   When did the CUET PG 2026 Application Form release?
A: 

CUET PG application form 2026 was released on December 14, 2025, to provide admissions to postgraduate degree programs like MA, MSc, MCom, MTech, MFA, and other professional degrees like MBA, BEd, LLB, and LLM courses. The last date is January 14, 2026.

Only one application is to be submitted by a candidate. Under no circumstances will candidates be allowed to fill more than one Application Form. Strict action will be taken, even at a later stage, against such candidates who have filled more than one Application Form

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CUET PG Exam Notification 2026 FAQs

Candidates can check out the Frequently Asked Questions on CUET PG 2026 here.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the difference between CUET PG and IIT JAM?
A: 

IIT JAM is for PG scientific and engineering courses in IITs and other premier institutons while CUET PG is a wider platform for admissions to postgraduate programs across private, state and central universities.

Q:   What are the Masters courses offered through CUET PG?
A: 

CUET PG 2026 is a national-level entrance exam for candidates who wish to pursue their Masters degree from the central universities. From the past years, many other state, private, and deemed universities is participating in the CUET PG examination. The examination will offer admission to a range of master's courses including normal and professional degree courses:

PG CoursesProfessional Degree Courses
  • MA
  • MSc
  • MCA
  • MCom
  • MFA
  • MBA
  • LLB
  • LLM
  • BEd
  • MEd

 

Q:   How many city preferences one can fill out in CUET PG Application form?
A: 

Candidates can fill up to four cities as per their preferences in the CUET PG 2026 application form. Initially, two city choices could be entered, but later on, NTA increased the number to four for greater flexibility for students. 

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The DBRAU CUET PG Cutoff 2024 was released for admission to the MCA and MBA programmes. For the MCA programme, the cutoff score in the last round was 12843 for the students belonging to the General category under the All India quota. For the female category, the cutoff was also released for the MBA

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Here is all that you need to know about getting admission in MCA through CUET.

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Total marks of the CUET PG exam is 300. The number of questions in the exam is 75. Each question carries four marks. One mark is removed for each wrong answer. There is a single section. All questions are asked from the subject or paper opted for.

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The CCSU CUET PG Cutoff 2025 is applicable for admission to the MBA course at Chaudhary Charan Singh University. According to the cutoff of 2023, General category candidates under the All India faced a cutoff of 7107 for admission to the MBA programme. Different categories, like the OBC, EWS, ST, SC

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The CUET-PG exam pattern for every course is the same. If you're preparing for the MA Economics course admission -

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  • Time will be 90 minutes
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The CUET PG counselling process is conducted separately by the participating universities. Qualifying students have to register and participate in the counselling process. There will not be a common counselling process.

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As per the statistics shared by the exam conducting authority, National Testing Agency, approximately four Lacs candidates appear for the CUET PG every year. Science, Humanities and Linguistics have the highest number of candidates. 

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228 Institutes accepting CUET-PG

St. Stephen's College, University of Delhi

North Campus, Delhi Public

St. Stephe
    • 1.40 Lakh
    • 2 years
    • |
    • Full Time

    Banaras Hindu University

    Varanasi Public

    Banaras Hi
    • 6,662
    • 2 years
    • |
    • Full Time

    Delhi University (DU)

    North Campus, Delhi Public

    Delhi Univ
    • 480
    • 2 years
    • |
    • Full Time

    Jawaharlal Nehru University

    Mehrauli, Delhi Public

    Jawaharlal
    • 432
    • 2 years
    • |
    • Full Time

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