The National Testing Agency (NTA) has extended the application deadline for the Common University Entrance Test for Postgraduate Programmes (CUET PG) 2026. Candidates can now submit their application forms and pay the exam fee until January 20, 2026, 11:50 PM .
The NTA announced the extension after receiving requests from numerous candidates. This decision aims to ensure all prospective applicants have sufficient time to complete their registration process for CUET PG 2026.
Application Correction Window
A dedicated correction window will be available for candidates who have already submitted their CUET PG 2026 applications. This window will open on January 23, 2026 , and close on January 25, 2026, at 11:50 PM .
During this period, candidates can modify personal information, academic details, and other particulars submitted in their application. The correction process is conducted online through the official CUET PG portal atexams.nta.nic.in/cuet-pg/.
Exam Cities and Subjects
The NTA has reduced the number of CUET PG 2026 exam cities compared to the previous year. This year, the examination will be held in 292 cities. This total includes 276 cities within India and 16 international locations. Last year, the exam was conducted across 312 cities.
The CUET PG 2026 exam will cover 157 subject papers. These papers span various disciplines, including common papers, languages, science, humanities, MTech, higher sciences, and Acharya subjects.
Application Fees
The application fee for CUET PG 2026 varies by category. Candidates applying for two papers will pay double the single paper fee.
| Category | Fee (Single Subject Paper) |
|---|---|
| General | Rs 700 |
| OBC-NCL, SC, ST | Rs 600 |
| Outside India | Rs 3,500 |
Purpose of CUET PG and Delhi University Admissions
CUET PG 2026 is conducted for admission to postgraduate programs across various institutions. This includes central universities, state universities, deemed universities, and private universities participating in the examination.
For Delhi University (DU), admission to two-year postgraduate programs will be based on CUET PG 2026 scores. Final selection for these programs will occur through the Common Seat Allocation System (CSAS).
One-year postgraduate programs at Delhi University have specific eligibility criteria. These programs are open only to candidates who have completed a four-year bachelor’s degree under the National Education Policy (NEP) from Delhi University. Students from other universities or states are not eligible for DU’s one-year PG programs under this specific policy.