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The National Testing Agency (NTA) will close the application window for the Common University Entrance Test Postgraduate (CUET PG) on January 20, 2026.
Interested and eligible candidates are required to fill out the application form, upload the necessary documents, and pay the prescribed fee before 11:50 PM. Issuing an advisory to CUET PG 2026 applicants, NTA stated, "It is reiterated that only candidates who have successfully paid the fee will be considered as having completed the application process. Candidates are also advised to check their particulars carefully before fee payment, as no change shall be permitted later." CUET PG 2026 Important Dates Refer to the table below to check the updated schedule:
| Events | Extended Date |
|---|---|
| Online submission of application form | 20 January 2026 (Up to 11:50 P.M.) |
| Last date for submission of examination fee | 20 January 2026 (Up to 11:50 P.M.) |
| Correction in the particulars in online application form | 23 January 2026 to 25 January 2026 (Up to 11:50 P.M.) |
Candidates must keep the following documents scanned and handy while filling out the form:
- Marksheet of Class 10 and 12
- Birth certificate
- Aadhar card
- Category certificate (if any)
- Residential certificate
- Photograph and signature
CUET PG 2026 Registration Fee
Check out the category-wise registration fee for CUET PG 2026:
| Category | Application Fee (for up to two Test Papers) | Fees for Additional Test Papers (Per Test Paper) |
|---|---|---|
| General | ₹1400 | ₹700 |
| Gen-EWS / OBC-NCL** | ₹1200 | ₹600 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribes (ST) / Third Gender | ₹1100 | ₹600 |
| Person with Disability (PwD / PwBD) | ₹1000 | ₹600 |
| Outside Bharat | ₹7000 | ₹3500 |
How to Fill CUET PG Application Form 2026
Follow the steps below to apply online:
- Visit the official website: exams.nta.nic.in/cuet-pg.
- On the homepage, look for the registration link and click on it.
- Complete registration by filling out the basic information.
- Now, log in using the registered credentials.
- Fill out the application form.
- Upload the relevant documents and pay the fee.
- Submit the form and take a printout.
Candidates are further advised to regularly visit the NTA website (https://exams.nta.nic.in/cuet-pg/) for the latest updates, notices, and information regarding the CUET (PG) 2026 examination.
