CUET PG Exam Changes 2026: Updated Exam Pattern, Duration, Mode & Structure

CUET PG Exam Changes 2026: Updated Exam Pattern, Duration, Mode & Structure

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CUET PG Application Date:14 Dec' 25 - 14 Jan' 26

Shankha GhoshUpdated on 15 Dec 2025, 11:09 AM IST

The CUET PG entrance has gone through various changes over the years in terms of exam pattern, structure, syllabus and more. Students can check the CUET PG changes in this article below to get a better understanding of the exam. The CUET PG changes 2026 will be available on the official website at exams.nta.ac.in.

This Story also Contains

  1. CUET PG Changes 2026
  2. CUET PG Exam Changes - Over Years
  3. NEW CUET PG Participating University
  4. When will CUET PG 2026 Notification be Out?
CUET PG Exam Changes 2026: Updated Exam Pattern, Duration, Mode & Structure
CUET PG Exam Changes

Some of the changes NTA has made to the CUET PG exam in the past few years are the reduction of the CUET PG exam duration to 90 minutes, total number of questions now 75, students being able to choose up to four subjects and many others. The NTA will conduct the CUET PG 2026 in March to offer admission to various postgraduate courses such as MA, MSc, MCom and more.

CUET PG Changes 2026

The National Testing Agency will publish the CUET PG 2026 changes at exams.nta.ac.in. However, students who are appearing for the exam this year, can check the changes made in previous years below.

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CUET PG Exam Changes - Over Years

Most notable changes witnessed in CUET PG exam are the changes in exam structure, decrease in exam duration, number of questions and more. Application fees for CUET PG has also increased by Rs 200 for base papers. The maximum number of papers students can choose in CUET PG is four. Additionally, the South Asian University now accepts CUET PG scores for its postgraduate admissions.

CUET PG Exam Duration

NTA decreased the CUET PG duration to 1 hour 30 minutes for each paper last year. Earlier, the duration for CUET PG used to be 1 hour and 45 minutes for each exam paper.

CUET PG Number of Questions

The number of questions in CUET PG has been reduced to 75 questions. Previously, CUET PG exam consisted of 100 objective type questions.

CUET PG Paper Structure

The CUET PG consists of 75 questions in each section. Earlier, NTA used to conduct CUET PG exam which had 25 questions from Part A, 75 questions from Part B.

CUET PG Subject Selection Limit

Students can only choose upto four subjects in CUET PG exam. The limit was upto five subjects earlier.

CUET PG General Test

NTA has made changes to the CUET PG general test exam. Earlier, the general test consisted of 25 mandatory questions. Now it has been renamed as General Aptitude Test based on general knowledge and mental ability and as only an optional paper.

CUET PG Exam Pattern

Students can choose up to four subjects in CUET PG, which was limited to two subjects earlier.

CUET PG Exam Centres in India

NTA has decreased the number of CUET PG exam centres in India to 292, which was 300 earlier.

NEW CUET PG Participating University

The South Asian University has joined the list of CUET PG universities in 2024. Students can now use their CUET PG scores to apply to South Asian University.

Changes in CUET PG Application Fees

Category

Application Fee (for up to two Test Papers) (In Rs )

Fees for additional Test Papers (Per Test Paper) (In Rs )

General

Rs 1,400 (Increased by Rs 200)

Rs 700 (Increased by Rs 100)

OBC-NCL/Gen-EWS

Rs 1,200 (Increased by Rs 200)

Rs 600 (Increased by Rs 100)

SC/ST/Third Gender

Rs 1,100 (Increased by Rs 200)

Rs 600 (Increased by Rs 100)

PwBD

Rs 1,000 (Increased by Rs 200)

Rs 600 (Increased by Rs 100)

Outside India

Rs 7,000

Rs 3,500

CUET PG 2026 Highlights

Particulars

Details

Exam name

Common University Entrance Test (Postgraduate)

Conducting body

National Testing Agency

Mode of conduct

CBT (Computer Based Test)

Minimum eligibility

Graduation from a recognised university

Duration

1 hour and 30 minutes

Mode of application

Online

Application fee

Rs 1400 for UR,

Rs 1200 for OBC

Rs 1000 for SC/ST/PWD/Transgender

Rs 7000 for outside India candidates

Official website

exams.nta.ac.in/CUET-PG

When will CUET PG 2026 Notification be Out?

The National Testing Agency has started the CUET PG 2026 registration from December 14. The detailed notification for CUET PG notification by December 2026 on the official website at exams.nta.ac.in/CUET-PG. Students are advised to check this article regularly for updates.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is CUET PG form fees?
A:

The CUET PG application fees is Rs 14oo for general candidates if they choose upto two subjects. For every additional subject, students need to pay Rs 700 additionally.

Q: What is CUET PG exam duration?
A:

The CUET PG 2026 duration is 90 minutes.

Q: Does South Asian University accept CUET PG scores?
A:

The South Asian University has become one of the CUET PG participating universities in 2024. Students can use their CUET PG scores for SAU PG admission.

Q: How many questions are there in CUET PG?
A:

The CUET PG consists of a total of 100 questions.

Q: When will CUET PG notification be out?
A:

The National Testing Agency has published the CUET PG 2026 form on December 14.

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Questions related to CUET PG

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Have a question related to CUET PG ?

Hello,

That's a great choice. CUET PG for B.Ed is conducted by the National Testing Agency (https://nta.ac.in/) (NTA). This is an online exam where a candidate has to answer the 75 MCQs in a time span of 90 minutes ( 1.5 hours).

This paper usually consists of English, psychology, and educational theory, about teaching, aptitude, reasoning, along with the subject chosen by the candidate.

Generally, for preparation purposes, candidates prefer books from Aruhant publishers, or you can verify through this link

B.Ed CUET PG

Syllabus, sample questions for B.Ed CUET PG

Hope it helps with your preparation. Good luck.


Hello,

Yes, you can apply for CUET PG (MA Sociology) even without Sociology in graduation. However, eligibility depends on the university, many accept graduates from any discipline, while some prefer a background in social sciences. Check your target university’s criteria before applying.

Here I provide two links where you find everything about ma sociology along with eligibility:

https://university.careers360.com/articles/cuet-pg-sociology-analysis

https://university.careers360.com/articles/cuet-pg-eligibility-criteria

Hope it helps.

Hello,

Yes, a psychology student from Delhi University's School of Open Learning (DU Sol) can appear for the CUET PG psychology exam, provided they meet the specific eligibility criteria requirement for the university they are applying to.

I hope it will clear your query!!

Hello dear candidate,

For most PG courses you need a CUET PG score to apply at NEHU Shilong and there are also some courses which have extra or different rules, you need to check the specific course you want at NEHU Shilong.

You can check with the link below :-

https://www.careers360.com/university/north-eastern-hill-university-shillong/admission

Thank you.

Hello,

Since Delhi University's LLM admissions are through CUET PG, the NTA syllabus is the official and relevant one for DU aspirants.you should refer to the official NTA website (https://www.nta.ac.in/) for official syllabus.

For preparation,tips and more refer here CUET PG