CPGET Exam Pattern 2026: Subject-wise Pattern, Codes & Marking Scheme

Exam On - 5 Aug '26 - 10 Aug '26

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Updated on Jan 28, 2026 14:53 IST

By Porishmita Paul, Associate Senior Executive

CPGET 2026 Pattern - Osmania University, prescribes test pattern of CPGET each year. According to CPGET 2026 pattern, the test is held online CBT for admissions to various postgraduate, postgraduate diploma and integrated programmes. CPGET pattern details important information about structure of exam: test duration, the section-wise weightage, marking scheme, etc. Aspirants must get familiar with CPGET pattern and have a clear understanding of it. This makes preparations for entrance test seamless. It also gives a better understanding of question papers that students must solve during their preparations. Along with pattern, students must also check out CPGET 2026 syllabus. Read further to learn more about CPGET 2026 pattern.

Table of contents

CPGET Highlights
CPGET 2026 Exam Pattern
Department-wise CPGET Subject Codes
CPGET 2026 Subject Codes for Faculty of Social Sciences
CPGET 2026 Preparation
FAQs on CPGET 2026 Exam Pattern

CPGET Highlights

If you want to join PG courses, then CPGET exam is something you should know about. It’s a test for students who dream to study higher after graduation. The Common Post Graduate Entrance Test happens every year by Osmania University in Hyderabad. You can apply for many courses like MA, MSc, MCom and more. This CPGET exam helps you get admission in good colleges. Below you can see few main details about the entrance exam that are useful for you.

Particulars	Details
Exam Name	Common Post Graduate Entrance Exam
Exam Frequency	Once a year
Exam Mode	Online
Exam Duration	90 minutes
Courses Offered	MA, MSc, MCom, M.Ed, MLibSc, BLibSc, MPEd
Conducting body	Osmania University, Hyderabad
CPGET Exam Category	Post-Graduation/Post Graduate Diploma

Commonly asked questions

Q: What courses are offered through CPGET?

Through CPGET, students can get admission into courses like MA, MSc, MBA, MCom, MSW, MEd, MPEd, MHRM, and M.Lib.I.Sc. It also offers entry to some five-year integrated programmes across different universities.

Q: Who conducts the CPGET exam?

CPGET exam is conducted by Osmania University on behalf of the Telangana State. The university manages the application process, exam conduct, and result declaration for all participating universities.

CPGET 2026 Exam Pattern

Before you start preparing, it’s good to know how CPGET exam pattern 2026 looks like. This test is made to check your subject knowledge and thinking skill. You will find different types of questions in it. CPGET exam helps you understand what kind of paper you will face. It’s not too hard if you study well. You must read syllabus carefully before you write the test. Below you can see full CPGET exam pattern details.

The duration of the test for all subjects is 90 minutes.
The question paper consists of 100 MCQs, each carrying one mark.
The entrance test consists of 3 or 4 types of objective-type items such as analogies, classification, matching, comprehension of a research study/ experiment/ theoretical point of view, etc. One question may have one or more correct answer options. The items will be framed only from the syllabus of the entrance test.
The pattern for admissions into M.Sc. Biochemistry, Environmental Science, Forensic Science, Genetics and Microbiology, is such that candidates have to appear for a common entrance test, namely BCESFSG&M comprising of Part-A (Chemistry for 40 Marks) and Part-B (One of the optional subjects studied during B.Sc. - Physics, Botany, Zoology, Genetics, Microbiology and Biochemistry) for 60 Marks.
The CPGET exam pattern for admissions into M.Sc. Bio-Technology comprises of Part-A (Chemistry for 40 marks) and part-B (Bio-Technology for 60 Marks)

The CPGET pattern for MA and MSc along with the sectional weightage of questions is tabulated below -

Sections	MA Subjects	Questions
A	Mathematics	1-40
B	General English	41-55
C	General knowledge	56-70
D	Current affairs	71-85
E	General economics	86-100

Sections	MSc Subjects	Questions
A	Chemistry	1-34
B	Physics	35-67
C	Mathematics	68-100

Commonly asked questions

Q: Is there one paper for M.Sc. Biochemistry and other Science courses in CPGET?

Yes, there's a common entrance test named BCESFSG&M for M.Sc. Biochemistry, Genetics, Microbiology, Forensic Science and Environmental Science. It got two parts – Part A has Chemistry for 40 marks and Part B has one subject you studied in B.Sc. like Physics, Botany, Zoology, or Biochemistry for 60 marks.

Q: What type of questions are asked in CPGET exam?

CPGET question paper includes different objective types. These are multiple choice questions, analogies, classification, matching, and comprehension-based questions. Some questions may have more than one correct answer. So candidates must read carefully.

Department-wise CPGET Subject Codes

Aspirants who wish to appear for CPGET 2026 must know the subject codes for their chosen subjects or programmes. Students are required to enter the subject code to complete the CPGET application form. The department-wise courses along with their subject codes are mentioned below.

Faculty of Arts

Courses	Subject Code
M.A. Ancient Indian History Culture and Archaeology (AIHCA)	11
M.A. Arabic	12
M.A. English	13
M.A. Hindi	14
M.A. Kannada	15
M.A. Marathi	16
M.A. Persian	17
M.A. Sanskrit	18
M.A. Telugu	19
M.A. Urdu	20
M.A. Islamic Studies	21
M.A. Linguistics	22
M.A. Philosophy	23
M.A. Theatre Arts	24

Faculty of Social Sciences

Courses	Subject Code
M.A. Economics	31
M.A. History	33
M.A. Journalism and Mass Communication	34
Master of Library and Information Science (M.Lib.I.Sc.) (Two years) / B.Lib.I.Sc. (One year)	35
M.Li.Sc. (One year) Offered at Kakatiya University	36
Master of Social Work (M.S.W.)	37
Master of Human Resource Management (MHRM) (Offered at Kakatiya University)	38
Master of Tourism Management (MTM) (Offered at Kakatiya University)	39
M.A. Political Science	40
M.A. Psychology	41
M.A. Public Administration	42
M.A. Sociology	43

Faculty of Commerce

Courses	Subject Code
M.Com.	51

Faculty of Education

Courses	Subject Code
M.Ed.	56
M.P.Ed.	57

Faculty of Science

Courses	Subject Code
M.Sc. Botany	61
M.Sc. Chemistry	62
M.Sc. Computer Science	63
M.Sc. Electronics	64
M.Sc. Geography	65
M.Sc. Geo-informatics	66
M.Sc. Geology	67
M.Sc. Mathematics	68
M.Sc. Physics	69
M.Sc. Statistics	70
M.Sc. Zoology	71
M.Sc. Biochemistry / Environmental Science / Forensic Science/Fermentation Technology / Genetics / Microbiology (BCESFSFTG&M)	72
M.Sc. Biotechnology	73
M.Sc. Nutrition & Dietetics	74
M.Sc. Food Science & Technology	75
M.Sc. Psychology * (Offered at Kakatiya University)	76
M.Sc. Sericulture * (Offered at Kakatiya University)	77

Subject Codes for 5-year Integrated Programmes

Courses	Subject Code
M.Sc. Bio-Technology (5 years Integrated)	91
M.Sc. Chemistry / Pharmaceutical Chemistry (5 years Integrated)	92
M.A. Economics (5 years Integrated)	93
M.B.A. (5 years Integrated)	94

Commonly asked questions

Q: What is the eligibility for CPGET Faculty of Commerce and Education?

For the Faculty of Commerce, any graduate can apply. For MEd, a BEd degree with required marks is needed. For MPEd, a B.P.Ed degree with minimum marks is compulsory.

Q: How many types of objective questions come in CPGET?

In CPGET, you usually see 3 or 4 types of objective questions. Apart from normal multiple-choice questions, there can be multiple-answer questions that need extra attention while answering.

CPGET 2026 Subject Codes for Faculty of Social Sciences

If you are planning to study in Faculty of Social Sciences through CPGET exam, you can find many good courses here. These programs help you learn about people, society, and how world works. You can choose subjects: Economics, History, Psychology, or even Journalism. Each course has its own subject code for easy reference. CPGET exam gives you a chance to join these PG courses and build your career. Below you can see list of courses and their codes.

	Courses	Subject Code
Faculty of Social Sciences	M.A. Economics	31
	M.A. History	33
	M.A. Journalism and Mass Communication	34
	Master of Library and Information Science (M.Lib.I.Sc.) (Two years) / B.Lib.I.Sc. (One year)	35
	M.Li.Sc. (One year) Offered at Kakatiya University	36
	Master of Social Work (M.S.W.)	37
	Master of Human Resource Management (MHRM) (Offered at Kakatiya University)	38
	Master of Tourism Management (MTM) (Offered at Kakatiya University)	39
	M.A. Political Science	40
	M.A. Psychology	41
	M.A. Public Administration	42
	M.A. Sociology	43

Commonly asked questions

Q: What type of questions are asked from the CPGET syllabus?

CPGET entrance test includes objective-type questions. These are multiple choice, analogies, matching, classification, and questions based on studies, experiments, or theory. Number of question types may vary between subjects.

Q: Is the CPGET syllabus same for all courses?

No, CPGET syllabus is different for each programme. Every course has its own subject-wise syllabus. Candidates must check the syllabus for their chosen course carefully before starting preparation.

CPGET 2026 Preparation

Cracking the Common Post Graduate Entrance Test (CPGET) is no mean feat. Be it MA, MSc or MCom that you are preparing for, you should have the prescribed syllabus ready, you should know the exam pattern, and marking scheme well before the exam date so that you have plenty of time for preparations. It is advised that the students get a couple of prep books or guidebooks. These books contain a wide variety of questions that help you prepare better. Preparing for a postgraduate entrance exam requires more time and dedication. CPGET preparation becomes easier if you plan ahead and manage time well. Also, do not forget to solve plenty of older question papers, sample papers, mock exams, they're the real deal.

Here are some resources and books for CPGET 2026 preparation.

Mathematics

NCERT Maths book of Class XI and XII
R. D. Sharma Objective
Previous year's objective questions of JEE Main and JEE Advanced (AIEEE and IIT)

Physics

NCERT Physics book of Class XI and XII
Objective Physics by Pradeep
Concepts of Physics by H. C. Verma
Previous year's objective questions of JEE Main and JEE Advanced (AIEEE and IIT)

Chemistry

NCERT Chemistry Book of Class XI and XII
Objective Chemistry by Pradeep
Previous year's objective questions of JEE Main and JEE Advanced (AIEEE and IIT)

Biology

NCERT Biology Book of Class XI and XII
Trueman’s Biology Class XI and XII
Previous year's objective questions of AIPMT and NEET

English

Word Power Made Easy New Revised & Expanded Edition by NORMAN LEWIS (ISBN-10: 0143424688)
OBJECTIVE GENERAL ENGLISH 01 Edition By R. S. Aggarwal (ISBN-10: 8121915317).

Commonly asked questions

Q: How should I start CPGET 2026 preparation?

You should start CPGET preparation by making a simple timetable. Divide time for each subject and study daily. Follow plan honestly. Study regularly to cover CPGET syllabus on time

Q: Is making a study timetable important for CPGET?

Yes making a study timetable important for CPGET. It helps you manage time, give equal focus to all subjects. It also help you avoid last-minute panic.

FAQs on CPGET 2026 Exam Pattern

Some important FAQs related to CPGET 2026 are given below.

Commonly asked questions

Q: Which universities accept CPGET scores?

Many Telangana universities accept CPGET scores. Some universities accepting CPGET exam scores are Kakatiya University, Telangana University, Mahatma Gandhi University, Palamuru University, Satavahana University, JNTU, and Telangana Mahila Visvavidyalayam for PG and Diploma admissions.

Q: What is the CPGET exam?

CPGET stands for Common Post Graduate Entrance Test. It is a state-level entrance exam conducted once every year for admission into PG, PG diploma, and five-year integrated courses in Telangana universities. Earlier, it was known as OUCET.

Q: When will the CPGET 2026 application form be released?

The CPGET 2026 application form is expected to come out around June 2026 by Osmania University.

Q: What are the eligibility criteria to apply for the CPGET exam?

To be eligible for admission into a course, the candidate

Must have passed the Qualifying Examination and secured the prescribed Minimum Marks in the subject (s)/ course (s) concerned as mentioned in the Information Brochure, and
Must have qualified in the Common PG Entrance Test conducted in the concerned subject in which admission is sought. For administrative reasons, the Convenor may, conduct the entrance test before the publication of the results of the qualifying examination concerned. But qualifying at the Entrance Test alone does not confer any right of admission into a course. In addition to being qualified at the Common Entrance Test, a candidate will be eligible for admission only if he/ she passes the qualifying examination before the commencement of admissions process and secure the prescribed minimum marks in the subject (s)/ course (s) concerned. He/ She must submit the necessary documents listed under item VII of these instructions at the time of counseling.

Q: Is the CPGET syllabus the same for all postgraduate courses?

No, CPGET syllabus is not same for all postgraduate courses. Osmania University releases separate syllabi for courses like MA, MSc, MCom, MSW, and MLISc.

Q: Where is the CPGET office located?

CPGET office address is Hyderabad – 500 007, Telangana State. Candidates can use this address for official communication or reference related to CPGET admission and counselling process.

Q: Is there an official CPGET support website?

Yes, candidates can visit official CPGET support portal at cpget.ouadmissions.com/CPGET_SUPPORT. This portal is used to raise complaints, ask questions, or get help related to CPGET process.