PG aspirants need to download and retain the confirmation page for future reference. (Representational/AI Generated)
The National Testing Agency (NTA) will on January 14 end the registrations for the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) Post Graduate (PG). Candidates who have yet to fill out the application form can do so on the official website — exams.nta.nic.in/cuet-pg — by 11:50 pm. Candidates need to fill out and submit the online application form and pay the prescribed examination fee. PG aspirants need to download and retain the confirmation page for future reference.
As the application will end, the Agency will start the correction window from January 18 onwards. The window will close on January 20 at 11:50 pm. CUET PG 2026 will continue to be conducted for 157 subjects, with each paper carrying a duration of 90 minutes. The structure and format of the examination remain unchanged.
Step 1: Visit the official website — exams.nta.nic.in/cuet-pg.
Step 2: Click on the CUET registration link on the homepage.
Step 3: Enter your details such as name, email address and phone number
Step 4: Once registered, log in using your application number and password
Step 6: Save, submit and pay the fees
NTA earlier revised the list of exam cities for CUET PG 2026. The total number of centres has been reduced from 312 to 292, with the examination set to be conducted across 272 cities in India and 16 cities overseas. Despite the changes to exam locations, the agency has clarified that there are no revisions to the exam pattern or subject list.
Additionally, the Agency has allowed applicants greater flexibility in choosing their exam centres. As per the notification, applicants will now be able to select up to four examination city preferences while filling out the Common University Entrance Test for postgraduate programmes. These city options must be chosen within the state of the candidate’s permanent or current residence.
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