The NTA has released the CUET PG 2027 official notification on October 23, 2026, opening the registration process for postgraduate admissions at central universities across India.

CUET PG 2027 is the Common University Entrance Test for admission to MA, MSc, MCom, and other PG programs at NTA-affiliated central and participating universities. With the notification live on pgcuet.samarth.ac.in, students must review eligibility criteria, application steps, and exam dates now to avoid missing the registration deadline.

  • CUET PG 2027 notification released on October 23, 2026 on pgcuet.samarth.ac.in.
  • Online applications expected to begin in November 2026 (based on 2026 trends).
  • Exam tentatively scheduled for March–April 2027 based on previous year patterns.
  • Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/OBC-NC/PwD students).
  • Application fee: ₹1,200 for General/OBC; ₹650 for SC/ST/PwD/Third Gender students.
Direct Link to CUET PG 2027 Official Notification (OUT)

CUET PG 2027 Important Dates

The table below lists key CUET PG 2027 dates as per the official notification. Upcoming dates are expected based on 2026 trends and are subject to NTA confirmation.

Event Date
Notification Release October 23, 2026
Application Start Date November 2026 (expected)
Application Last Date December 2026 (expected)
Fee Payment Last Date December 2026 (expected)
Application Correction Window January 2027 (expected)
Admit Card Release March 2027 (expected)
CUET PG 2027 Exam Date March–April 2027 (expected)
Result Declaration May 2027 (expected)

CUET PG 2027 Eligibility Criteria

Students must verify they meet the following eligibility conditions before applying for CUET PG 2027.

Educational Qualification

  • A Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university is mandatory.
  • General/OBC/EWS students need at least 50% marks in their qualifying degree.
  • SC/ST/OBC-NC/PwD students need at least 45% marks in their qualifying degree.
  • Students in the final year of their Bachelor’s program can apply provisionally.

Age Limit

  • NTA does not prescribe a minimum or maximum age limit for CUET PG 2027.
  • Individual participating universities may define their own age criteria; check the prospectus of your target university before applying.

Nationality

  • Indian nationals are eligible to apply. NRI and foreign national students may apply for specific seats as defined by the participating university.

How to Apply for CUET PG 2027

The CUET PG 2027 application process is fully online. Follow the steps below once the registration window opens on pgcuet.samarth.ac.in.

  1. Visit pgcuet.samarth.ac.in and click on New Registration.
  2. Enter your name, email ID, and mobile number to create a new account.
  3. Log in with the Application Number and password sent to your registered email or mobile.
  4. Fill in the application form — personal details, academic qualifications, preferred test papers, and exam city choices.
  5. Upload a recent passport-size photograph, signature, and valid identity proof in the specified format and file size.
  6. Pay the application fee using Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.
  7. Submit the form and save the confirmation page for future reference.

NTA does not send physical confirmation by post. Keep a digital copy of the confirmation page safe after submitting.


CUET PG 2027 Exam Pattern

CUET PG 2027 will be conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode. The pattern below is based on the 2026 structure; NTA may revise it in the official information bulletin.

Feature Details
Mode of Exam Computer Based Test (CBT)
Duration per Paper 1 hour 45 minutes
Total Questions 75 (Multiple Choice Questions)
Marks for Correct Answer +4 marks
Negative Marking –1 mark per wrong answer
Total Marks per Paper 300
Medium of Exam English, Hindi, and regional languages (subject-dependent)
Type of Questions Domain-specific MCQs based on PG program applied for

CUET PG 2027 Application Fee

Application fee for CUET PG 2027 varies by category and number of test papers selected. The structure below is expected based on 2026 patterns.

Category Fee (Up to 2 Papers) Fee per Additional Paper
General / Unreserved ₹1,200 ₹600
OBC-NCL / EWS ₹1,000 ₹500
SC / ST / PwD / Third Gender ₹650 ₹325

Application fee once paid is non-refundable. Pay only through the official NTA portal. The confirmed fee structure will be published in the CUET PG 2027 information bulletin.

CUET PG 2027 Notification FAQs

Ques. When was the CUET PG 2027 notification released?

Ans. The CUET PG 2027 official notification was released on October 23, 2026 on the NTA portal pgcuet.samarth.ac.in.

Ques. Who conducts CUET PG 2027?

Ans. CUET PG 2027 is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for PG admissions at central universities and participating higher education institutions across India.

Ques. What is the eligibility criteria for CUET PG 2027?

Ans. Students must have a Bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/OBC-NC/PwD). Final-year students may apply provisionally. NTA sets no age limit.

Ques. When is the CUET PG 2027 exam date?

Ans. Based on 2026 trends, CUET PG 2027 is expected to be held in March–April 2027. NTA will confirm exact dates in the official schedule.

Ques. What is the application fee for CUET PG 2027?

Ans. Based on 2026 patterns, General students are expected to pay ₹1,200 for up to 2 papers. SC/ST/PwD/Third Gender students are expected to pay ₹650. Confirmed fees will be published in the official information bulletin.

Ques. How many test papers can students select in CUET PG 2027?

Ans. Students can choose multiple test papers depending on the PG programs they are applying to. Each paper beyond the base selection attracts an additional fee as per the category-wise fee structure.