3 min readNew DelhiDec 21, 2025 09:14 AM IST
First published on: Dec 20, 2025 at 02:47 PM IST
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced changes to the CUET PG 2026 examination, allowing candidates greater flexibility in choosing their exam centres. As per the latest notification, applicants will now be able to select up to four examination city preferences while filling out the Common University Entrance Test for postgraduate programmes. These city options must be chosen within the state of the candidate’s permanent or current residence.
NTA has also confirmed that candidates who have already submitted their CUET PG 2026 application forms will be given a chance to modify or add their exam city choices. This option will be available during the application correction window scheduled from January 18 to January 20, 2026, subject to the availability of examination centres.
The move comes after NTA earlier revised the list of exam cities for CUET PG 2026. The total number of centres has been reduced from 312 to 292, with the examination set to be conducted across 272 cities in India and 16 cities overseas. Despite the changes to exam locations, the agency has clarified that there are no revisions to the exam pattern or subject list.
CUET PG 2026 will continue to be conducted for 157 subjects, with each paper carrying a duration of 90 minutes. The structure and format of the examination remain unchanged.
CUET PG 2026: How to apply?
Candidates who are yet to apply can submit their applications online through the official CUET PG portals, using the steps given below.
Step 1: Visit the official CUET PG website at exams.nta.nic.in/cuet-pg or nta.ac.in.
Step 2: Click on the CUET PG 2026 registration link and complete the initial registration using basic details.
Step 3: Log in with the generated application number and password to access the application form.
Step 4: Fill in the required personal, academic and contact details carefully.
Step 5: Select the preferred examination city choices as per the given options.
Step 6: Upload scanned copies of the required documents in the prescribed format and size.
Step 7: Pay the application fee through the available online payment modes.
Step 8: Submit the application form and download the confirmation page for future reference.
The registration window for CUET PG 2026 is currently open and will close on January 14, 2026. The application correction facility will be available from January 18 to January 20, 2026, while the examination is scheduled to be held in March 2026.
Qualifying CUET PG allows candidates to seek admission to postgraduate programmes offered by Central, State, private and Deemed Universities, as well as other participating institutions, for the 2026–27 academic session.
After clearing the Phase I written examination, shortlisted candidates will move on to Phase II of the recruitment process.
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