Critical CUET PG 2026 Application Deadline Alerts — Apply Today!

Staff Writer: Sweata Maiti

Last Updated: January 12, 2026

Synopsis: The CUET PG 2026 application deadline is fast approaching, with the National Testing Agency (NTA) urging candidates to complete their registration by 14 January 2026 (11:50 PM) to secure their slot for the Common University Entrance Test (Postgraduate). The exam — a gateway to postgraduate programs in central, state and participating universities — will be conducted in March 2026. Eligible applicants must fill the form, upload documents and pay fees before the CUET PG 2026 application deadline to avoid missing out on postgraduate admissions across India.

With only days remaining, the CUET PG 2026 application deadline has become the focal point for postgraduate aspirants nationwide. The National Testing Agency (NTA) has issued repeated reminders urging candidates to apply before 14 January 2026, stressing that applications submitted without full payment of the examination fee will not be accepted. 

The Common University Entrance Test (CUET) PG 2026 serves as the centralized entrance exam for admissions to MA, MSc, MCom, MBA, MCA, LLM and other postgraduate programs in Central Universities, State Universities, Deemed Universities and other participating institutions across India. The test is scheduled to be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode in March 2026. Missing the CUET PG 2026 application deadline will result in exclusion from the admission process for the 2026–27 academic session. 

Key Dates Around CUET PG 2026 Application Deadline

According to the official schedule, the CUET PG 2026 application deadline involves the following milestones:

• Registration start: 14 December 2025
• Last date to apply & pay fee: 14 January 2026 (11:50 PM)
  Correction window: 18 – 20 January 2026
• Exam Month: March 2026
  Applications submitted after the CUET PG 2026 application deadline will not be accepted and will be automatically rejected.

Who Should Apply Before the Deadline

Aspirants who have completed or are in the final year of their bachelor’s degree and seek postgraduate admission must complete their forms by the CUET PG 2026 application deadline.

This includes candidates aiming for programs across disciplines such as arts, science, commerce, law and management. The broad acceptance of CUET PG scores ensures that this is a must-apply exam for hundreds of universities nationwide. 

Steps to Complete the Application

Candidates must follow these steps to meet the CUET PG 2026 application deadline:

1. Visit the official portal — exams.nta.nic.in/cuet-pg
2. Register online with a valid email and mobile number.
3. Fill in personal, educational and contact details.
4. Upload scanned documents (photograph, signature, etc.) in prescribed formats.
5. Select up to four preferred exam cities during registration.
6. Pay the examination fee before the CUET PG 2026 application deadline.
7. Submit the application and download confirmation page for future reference. 

NTA has emphasised that only successfully paid applications will be considered complete. Candidates are advised not to wait until the last moment, as server delays and technical issues could hinder last-minute submissions. 

Correction Window After Deadline

After the CUET PG 2026 application deadline closes, NTA will open a correction window (18 – 20 January 2026), allowing applicants to edit certain details in their forms — including exam city preferences — if needed. However, this facility is available only to candidates who have successfully submitted their applications by 14 January 2026. 

Why Timely Action Matters

The CUET PG 2026 application deadline represents the final step for aspirants to secure their chance to appear in the national-level test, which provides a single-window opportunity for postgraduate admissions across India. As the deadline nears, NTA’s advisories highlight the critical need for candidates to complete the process well before 11:50 PM on 14 January 2026 — failure to do so could result in losing an entire year of academic progression. 

Time is running out to register for CUET PG 2026! Ensure you apply before the CUET PG 2026 application deadline on 14 January 2026 at exams.nta.nic.in/cuet-pg to secure admission opportunities in postgraduate programs across India. For personalized guidance on the application process and course selection, connect with My College Campus for expert support!

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