Official Registration Deadline: January 14, 2026
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has issued an important advisory reminding candidates that the CUET PG 2026 registration window will close on January 14, 2026. Aspirants who have not completed their application process must fill out and submit the online form and pay the fee before 11:50 PM on the final day to be eligible for the postgraduate entrance test.
What the Advisory Says
- Candidates must complete the CUET PG 2026 application on the official portal: exams.nta.nic.in/cuet-pg by January 14.
- Fee payment is mandatory for the application to be considered complete.
- Applicants are advised to download and retain the confirmation page/receipt after submitting the form and paying the fee.
- Errors or incomplete submissions after payment cannot be changed, except during the dedicated correction window (dates TBD).
Who Should Apply?
The CUET PG (Common University Entrance Test for Postgraduate courses) is a national-level entrance examination conducted by the NTA for admissions into postgraduate programmes such as MA, MSc, MCom, MBA, MCA, LLM, and other master’s courses across central, state, private, and deemed universities in India.
Exam Timeline & Important Dates
- Application Start Date: December 14, 2025
- Registration Deadline: January 14, 2026, 11:50 PM (Final Deadline)
- Correction Window: January 18–20, 2026 (tentative)
- Exam Month: March 2026 (expected)
Note: NTA has not announced any extension beyond January 14. Candidates are advised to submit their forms well before the deadline to avoid last-minute issues.
How to Apply (Essentials)
- Visit the official CUET PG portal: exams.nta.nic.in/cuet-pg
- Click on the CUET PG 2026 Registration link.
- Enter personal and academic details and select up to four subjects/papers.
- Upload the required documents, photograph, and signature.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Download the confirmation page for future reference.
Key Tips for Candidates
- Ensure the application fee is paid — Without payment, the application will be incomplete.
- Double-check all details before submission — No changes will be allowed after submission, except via the correction window.
- Visit the official NTA site regularly for updates on exam dates, admit cards, and city allotment notifications.
Summary:
- CUET PG 2026 registration closes on January 14, 2026.
- NTA has issued an urgent advisory to remind candidates of the registration deadline.
- Candidates must complete their application and fee payment before the portal shuts.
- No registration extension has been announced.
