The National Testing Agency has officially declared the results for the Common University Entrance Test for Postgraduate programmes 2026 on April 24, paving the way for the counselling and admission process across participating universities.
Candidates who appeared for the entrance exam can now download their scorecards from the official portal using their application number and date of birth. The results mark the beginning of the admission cycle for postgraduate programmes in central universities and other participating institutions for the 2026–27 academic session.
Over 5 Lakh Candidates Appeared for CUET PG 2026
The CUET PG 2026 examination was conducted by the National Testing Agency between March 6 and March 30, covering a wide range of subjects.
Key highlights of the examination include:
- Total Candidates Appeared: 5,04,301
- Total Subjects Covered: 157
- Number of Exam Shifts: 50
- Exam Conducted Across: Multiple centres nationwide
With the announcement of results, universities participating in the CUET PG system will now begin their individual counselling processes.
CUET PG Merit List and Admission Process Explained
Admissions through CUET PG are not handled centrally. Instead, each participating university prepares its own merit list based on the CUET PG scores submitted by candidates.
Students seeking admission must:
- Visit the official website of their chosen university.
- Register separately for the counselling process.
- Submit required documents during registration.
- Wait for the merit list published by the institution.
- Report to the assigned university for document verification and admission formalities if selected.
Candidates should regularly check the official websites of their preferred institutions to stay updated about counselling schedules and deadlines.
Step-by-Step Guide to CUET PG 2026 Counselling
The counselling process typically follows these stages:
1. Online Registration
Candidates must register on the official website of the participating university they wish to join.
2. Document Submission
Applicants are required to upload necessary documents, including academic certificates and identification details.
3. Merit List Publication
Universities prepare merit lists based on CUET PG scores and eligibility criteria.
4. Physical Verification
Selected candidates must report to the designated university for document verification and completion of admission procedures.
198 Universities Participating in CUET PG 2026
This year, a total of 198 universities are accepting CUET PG scores for admission into postgraduate programmes.
Breakdown of participating institutions:
- Central Universities: 45
- State Government Universities: 40
- Government Institutions: 24
- Private and Deemed Universities: 89
Candidates should note that the CUET PG 2026 score will be valid only for admissions in the 2026–27 academic year.
Important Reminder for Candidates
Students are advised to carefully track deadlines for counselling registrations at their selected universities. Missing deadlines may result in losing the opportunity for admission despite having a valid CUET PG score.
Since each institution conducts its own counselling, candidates may need to apply separately to multiple universities to maximise their chances of securing admission.