In response to requests from candidates across the country who required more time to complete their applications, the NTA has extended the CUET-PG 2025 registration deadline.

As per the official notice released on January 20, candidates can now apply till January 23, 2026 ( until 11.50 pm) at the official website exams.nta.nic.in/cuet-pg.

Official Extension Notice by NTA: Download PDF

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Key Summary

  • NTA has extended the CUET PG 2026 application deadline to January 23, 2026 (11:50 PM) after requests from candidates.
  • The official notice announcing the extension was released on January 20.
  • Candidates can apply online at exams.nta.nic.in/cuet-pg.
  • The last date for submission of the examination fee is 25 January 2026 ( up to 11:50 PM)
  • The correction window will be open from January 28 to January 30, 2026 (up to 11:50 PM). Only limited fields can be edited.

Revised Timeline for CUET-PG 2026

  • Based on the new schedule, registration fees and applications are due on or before January 23, 2026, 11.50 PM and January 25, 2026, 11.50 PM, respectively.
  • Besides, there will be a period of correction between January 28 and January 30, 2026 (up to 11:50 PM). Here, the candidates can make corrections.
Direct link to register for CUET PG 2026 (OPEN)
Event Date & Time
Last Date for Application Submission January 23, 2026 (up to 11:50 PM)
Last Date for Fee Payment January 25, 2026 (up to 11:50 PM)
Correction Window Opens January 28, 2026
Correction Window Closes January 30, 2026 (up to 11:50 PM)
Examination Period March 13 - April 1, 2026

Source: Official Notice

This period of correction is an excellent opportunity for applicants to correct any inaccuracies in the information contained in their forms.

Candidates should, however, consider that not everything can be changed at this stage, meaning that accuracy at the time of first submission is of utmost importance.

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Ques. What is the new deadline for CUET-PG 2026 applications?

Ans. The final date of submitting the form and fee payment will be on or before January 23, 2026, 11.50 PM and January 25, 2026, 11.50 PM, respectively.

Ques. When can I make corrections to my application?

Ans. Correction window between January 28-30, 2026 (10 mins before midnight).

Ques. Can I make changes to all fields during the correction window?

Ans. No. Only some fields can be edited. Basic information cannot be modified, hence make sure to be accurate when entering information first.

Application Fee Structure and Payment Methods

  • NTA has listed some important points that students must follow while registering.
  • The deadline was extended so students can apply without pressure.
  • Candidates should carefully check all details before final submission.
  • Do not rush while filling out the form.
  • Only those applications with successful fee payment are treated as valid.
  • Without fee payment, the form will not be accepted.
Category Fee for Single Paper Fee for Two Papers
General Category Rs 700 Rs 1,400
OBC-NCL/EWS Rs 600 Rs 1,200
SC/ST/Third Gender Rs 600 Rs 1,100
Person with Disability PwD/ PwBD Rs. 600 Rs 1000
International Candidates Rs 3,500 Rs 7,000

The payment can be done through UPI, Net Banking, Debit Cards, and Credit Cards and offer flexibility to the candidates in all the banking options.

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Source: CUET-PG official Brochure

Ques. What is the application fee for general category candidates?

Ans. Candidates in the general category would have to pay Rs 700 per single paper and 1400 per two papers.

Ques. Which payment methods are accepted?

Ans. The candidates have the option to pay using UPI, Net Banking, Debit Card or Credit Card through the certified payment gateway.

Ques. Is my application valid without fee payment?

Ans. No, only applications with successful fee payment will be considered valid by NTA.

Examination Overview and Subject Papers

  • The CUET-PG test is the test conducted to get admission to postgraduate courses in about 189 universities.
  • The examination will include 75 MCQs, with a marking scheme of +4 for correct and -1 for incorrect answers.
  • CUET-PG exam covering different disciplines such as common papers, languages, science, humanities, M Tech, higher sciences and Acharya subjects.
Particulars Details
Exam Name CUET PG 2026 (Common University Entrance Test – Postgraduate)
Conducting Body National Testing Agency (NTA)
Exam Level National-Level Entrance Exam
Purpose Admission to postgraduate programs (MA, MSc, MCom, MBA, MCA, etc.)
Mode of Examination Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Frequency Once a year
Medium of Exam English & Hindi (depending on subject)
Type of Questions Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Duration of Exam 1 hour 45 minutes (expected – as per previous patterns)
Total Questions 75 MCQs (subject-wise)
Marking Scheme +4 for correct, -1 for incorrect
Eligible Candidates Students who completed or are in the final year of a bachelor’s degree
Participating Universities 250+ (Central + State + Private + Deemed Universities)
Official Website nta.ac.in / exams.nta.ac.in

Check: CUET PG Exam Dates

Ques. How many subject papers are offered in CUET-PG 2026?

Ans: There are 157 subject papers. You have language, science, humanities, MTech and specialised.

Ques. How many exam centres are available?

Ans. As per the NTA official PDF, it has 292 examination centres. 276 are in the country and 16 in foreign.