PGAT 2026 results are expected on July 1, 2026; with an estimated 65,000+ students appearing for approximately 9,467 available PG seats, the effective qualification rate is expected at around 14–15%.
The Post Graduate Admission Test (PGAT) 2026 was conducted by the University of Allahabad in June 2026 for admission to MA, MSc, MCom, LLB, LLM, BEd, MEd, MBA, and other postgraduate programs. PGAT uses a merit-list system — there is no fixed minimum pass mark. Students are ranked by their score out of 300 and called for counselling based on available seats in each subject. The subject-wise gap between total appeared and qualified candidates is widest in high-demand programs like MA Political Science and LLB.
- PGAT 2026 is out of 300 marks (150 MCQs, +2 for correct, ?0.5 for wrong)
- Over 65,000 students estimated to have appeared for PGAT 2026
- Total seats available: approximately 9,467 across PGAT-I and PGAT-II
- Expected overall qualification rate: 14–15%
- PGAT 2026 result expected on July 1, 2026
- 2025 cutoffs ranged from 89 to 218 out of 300 across all programs
| Direct Link to PGAT 2026 Result (Expected July 1, 2026) |
What Is PGAT 2026 Pass Percentage?
PGAT does not have a fixed qualifying mark like a board exam. Pass percentage in PGAT refers to the share of appeared students who score high enough to be placed on the merit list and called for counselling. Since seats are fixed per program, the effective pass percentage equals the ratio of total seats to total appeared students.
In 2025, the University of Allahabad declared PGAT-II results on June 26, 2025 and PGAT-I results on June 27, 2025. For 2026, results are expected by July 1, 2026. With approximately 9,467 seats and an estimated 65,000+ students appearing, the overall effective pass percentage is expected at 14–15%. This varies significantly by subject — highly competitive programs like MA Political Science see a much lower effective pass rate than less-subscribed ones like M.Tech Material Science.
PGAT 2026: Total Appeared vs Qualified Candidates (Expected)
The table below shows the expected overall statistics for PGAT 2026, based on 2025 trends and current registration data. Official appeared and qualified counts will be published with the result on July 1, 2026.
| Parameter | Expected Figures (2026) |
|---|---|
| Total Registered | 70,000+ |
| Total Appeared | ~65,000 |
| Total Seats (PGAT-I + PGAT-II) | ~9,467 |
| Expected Qualified (Merit List) | ~9,467–10,000 |
| Expected Overall Pass Percentage | ~14–15% |
| Result Date | July 1, 2026 (Expected) |
PGAT 2026 Subject-wise Expected Qualifying Marks
The effective pass percentage per subject depends on how many students appeared for that program versus the seats available. A higher cutoff means fewer students qualify, while subjects with lower cutoffs see a higher pass rate. The table below shows 2025 closing marks and expected 2026 qualifying scores for popular programs (General category, out of 300).
| Programme | 2025 Closing Mark – General (out of 300) | Expected 2026 Qualifying Mark – General |
|---|---|---|
| MA Political Science | 218 | 215–225 |
| M.P.Ed | 186 | 184–192 |
| MA Sociology | 182 | 178–186 |
| LLB (3-Year) | 182 | 180–190 |
| MA Economics | 176 | 174–182 |
| M.Ed General | 152 | 150–158 |
| MCom General | 150 | 148–156 |
| MSc Applied Geology | 146 | 144–152 |
| M.Voc Media Studies | 132 | 130–138 |
| MA Education | 116 | 112–120 |
| MTech Material Science and Technology | 89 | 88–96 |
All 2026 figures are expected based on 2025 trends. Official subject-wise closing marks will be released with the PGAT 2026 result and counselling schedule.
PGAT 2026 Category-wise Expected Cutoffs
Category reservations significantly affect the effective pass percentage. Reserved category students qualify at lower marks than General category students. The table below shows expected 2026 qualifying scores for key programs across categories (out of 300), based on 2025 patterns.
| Programme | General (UR) | OBC (NCL) | EWS | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MA Political Science | 215–225 | 195–205 | 200–210 | 155–165 | 115–125 |
| MA Sociology | 178–186 | 162–170 | 165–173 | 140–148 | 95–105 |
| MCom General | 148–156 | 136–144 | 141–149 | 116–124 | 70–78 |
| LLB (3-Year) | 180–190 | 165–175 | 170–178 | 144–152 | 104–112 |
| M.Ed General | 150–158 | 137–145 | 142–150 | 118–126 | 76–84 |
These are expected figures based on 2025 patterns. Official category-wise cutoffs will be released with the PGAT 2026 counselling schedule.
Factors Affecting PGAT 2026 Pass Percentage
Several variables will shape the final pass percentage across subjects in PGAT 2026:
- Total turnout: Higher attendance reduces the effective pass rate since total seats are fixed per program.
- Paper difficulty: A harder PGAT paper shifts scores down, which may slightly ease cutoffs and improve pass rates for average scorers.
- Seat intake per department: Programs with fewer seats (MA Political Science) have far lower pass percentages than those with more vacancies (M.Tech Material Science).
- Category-wise reservations: SC, ST, OBC-NCL, and EWS students qualify at lower thresholds, raising the pass percentage for reserved categories.
- Multiple programme choices: Students who apply for more than one subject improve their chances of qualifying in at least one program.
PGAT 2026 Pass Percentage FAQs
Ques. What is the expected pass percentage for PGAT 2026?
Ans. Based on 2025 trends, the expected overall pass percentage for PGAT 2026 is approximately 14–15%. Around 65,000+ students are estimated to have appeared for roughly 9,467 available PG seats at the University of Allahabad.
Ques. Is there a fixed minimum qualifying mark in PGAT 2026?
Ans. No. PGAT does not have a fixed pass mark. Students are placed on a merit list and called for counselling based on their score and available seats. The effective qualifying mark is the last rank’s score in each program’s counselling round.
Ques. Which PGAT 2026 subject has the highest qualifying score requirement?
Ans. MA Political Science historically has the highest cutoff. In 2025, the General category closing mark was 218 out of 300. Based on 2025 trends, it is expected to remain between 215 and 225 for PGAT 2026.
Ques. When will PGAT 2026 pass percentage and result be officially published?
Ans. The University of Allahabad is expected to release PGAT 2026 results and related statistics on July 1, 2026 on allduniv.ac.in. Subject-wise and category-wise cutoffs will be published alongside the counselling schedule.
Ques. How many students qualified in PGAT 2025?
Ans. The University of Allahabad did not publish a consolidated qualified-candidate count for PGAT 2025. However, approximately 9,467 seats were available across all programs, and results were declared on June 26–27, 2025.
Ques. Does reservation affect the pass percentage in PGAT 2026?
Ans. Yes. Reserved category students (SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS) qualify at lower marks under the reservation policy. In 2025, the SC cutoff for MA Political Science was around 160 compared to 218 for the General category, significantly improving the pass percentage for reserved category students.
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