The Common University Entrance Test for Postgraduate programs (CUET PG 2026) application window closes today, 23 January 2026, as per the latest update. Conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), CUET PG is the centralised entrance examination for admission into postgraduate courses in central universities and other participating institutions.
CUET PG 2026 Registration Window and Final Deadline
The online registration and application process for CUET PG 2026 has been extended by NTA several times to accommodate aspirants. The current official deadline to submit completed applications online is 23 January 2026.Candidates should ensure they complete all registration steps, including form submission and fee payment, well before the portal closes tonight.
CUET PG 2026: What You Need to Know
CUET PG serves as a single-window national entrance test for postgraduate admission to a variety of programmes offered by central, state and other participating universities across India. Successful applicants become eligible for admission to courses such as MA, MSc, MCom, MBA, LLM, and other PG degrees based on their CUET PG scores. The exam typically assesses graduate-level subject knowledge and reasoning ability across selected subjects.
How to Apply for CUET PG 2026 Online?
Eligible candidates who have not yet applied must complete the online registration process before the deadline expires. The steps include
- Visit the official CUET PG portal – exams.nta.nic.in/CUET-PG
- Click on the registration link and generate your login credentials
- Fill in personal, academic and programme details
- Upload required documents (photograph, signature, ID proof)
- Pay the examination fee online and submit the form
Applicants should print or save the confirmation page after submission for future reference.
Post-Submission and Next Steps
After the application window closes, NTA will proceed with processing applications and later release the city intimation slips and admit cards for registered candidates. The CUET PG examination is scheduled to be held in March 2026, with exact subject-wise dates to be announced. Candidates are advised to monitor the official CUET PG website for updates on admit cards, exam schedules and result announcements.