CUET (PG) 2026 Subject-Wise Schedule Released: Complete Exam Dates, Shifts & Important Details

The National Testing Agency (NTA), under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, has officially released the subject-wise schedule for the Common University Entrance Test (Postgraduate) – CUET (PG) 2026. The notification has been issued in coordination with the University Grants Commission (UGC), bringing clarity for lakhs of postgraduate aspirants across the country.

If you are preparing for CUET (PG) 2026, here is a complete breakdown of exam dates, number of subjects, shifts, medium of examination, and other essential details.

Registration Details and Candidate Statistics

The registration process for CUET (PG) 2026 for the Academic Year 2026–27 was conducted from 14 December 2025 to 25 January 2026. A correction window was provided from 28 January to 30 January 2026 for necessary modifications.

This year, the examination will be conducted for:

• 157 subjects

• 4,11,366 unique registered candidates

• Candidates were allowed to choose up to four test papers/subjects

This indicates the growing importance of CUET (PG) as a centralized entrance examination for postgraduate admissions across Indian universities.

Exam Mode and Pattern

The CUET (PG) 2026 examination will be conducted in:

• Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode

• Across 44 shifts

• Duration of 90 minutes per paper

• Conducted in 2–3 shifts per day

Exam Dates

The examination will be held on the following dates in March 2026:

06, 07, 08, 09, 10, 11, 12, 13, 16, 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, and 27 March 2026

Each day will have different subject allocations across three shifts:

• Shift 1: 09:00 AM – 10:30 AM

• Shift 2: 12:30 PM – 02:00 PM

• Shift 3: 04:00 PM – 05:30 PM

Highlights of Subject-Wise Schedule

The detailed annexure provides a complete mapping of subjects to specific dates and shifts. Some major subject allocations include:

6 March 2026

• Yoga

• Sports – Physiology / Biochemistry / Nutrition

• Sanskrit

• Urdu

• Textile Design

7–10 March 2026

Subjects such as:

• Anthropology

• Applied Geography / Geoinformatics

• General Management

• Criminology

• Statistics

• French

• Data Science / Artificial Intelligence / Cyber Security

• Forensic Science

• Political Science

• Chemistry

• Commerce

• Punjabi

11–12 March 2026

A wide range of classical, language, and Vedic subjects including:

• Sahitya (Alankara & Kavya)

• Phalita & Siddhanta Jyotisha

• Agama

• Shukla Yajurveda

• Nyaya Vaisheshika

• Samveda

• Vedanta

• Economics

• English

• Textile Engineering

• Water Engineering

• Chemical Thermal & Polymer Engineering

13–19 March 2026

Core academic and professional subjects including:

• Library & Information Science

• History

• Life Science

• Geography

• Pharmacy

• Zoology

• LLM

• Civil & Structural Engineering

• Food Science & Technology

• Mathematics

• Botany

• Public Health

• Sociology

• Mechanical Engineering

• Atmospheric Science

• Electrical Power & Energy Engineering

24–27 March 2026

Final exam phase covering:

• Environmental Sciences

• Physics

• Biochemistry

• Philosophy

• Social Work

• Medical Laboratory Technology

• Linguistics

• Indian Knowledge System (Trilingual)

• Dharmashastra

• M.Ed (Master in Education)

• Agro-Forestry

• Material Science

• Physical Education

• Plant Biotechnology

• Hindi

• Nano Science / Nano Technology

• Rigveda

• Tamil

• Malayalam

• Kannada

• Marathi

• Nepali and many other language papers

The schedule reflects the diversity of academic disciplines under CUET (PG), ranging from modern sciences and engineering to classical Indian knowledge systems and regional languages.

Medium of Question Paper

The medium of examination for CUET (PG) 2026 will generally be:

• English and Hindi (Bilingual)

However, certain exceptions apply:

1. 41 language papers will follow their respective language formats.

2. M.Tech / Higher Sciences papers will be conducted in English only.

3. Acharya papers will be in Sanskrit only, except:

   • Indian Knowledge System

   • Baudha Darshana
     (These will be trilingual – Hindi / Sanskrit / English)

4. Hindu Studies will be bilingual (Hindi & English).

Candidates must carefully verify the language medium of their selected subject before appearing for the exam.

City Intimation and Official Updates

The City Intimation Slip will be made available approximately 10 days prior to the examination date on the official CUET (PG) portal.

Candidates are strongly advised to:

• Regularly visit the official website

• Check subject-specific exam dates carefully

• Download admit cards on time

• Prepare according to their allotted shift

For any clarification, candidates may contact the NTA helpdesk via phone or email as mentioned in the official notice.

Why CUET (PG) 2026 Is Important

CUET (PG) has become a standardized gateway for admission into postgraduate programs in central and participating universities across India. By bringing transparency, uniformity, and merit-based selection, the exam ensures equal opportunity for candidates nationwide.

With over four lakh registered candidates and 157 subjects, CUET (PG) 2026 reflects the scale and significance of postgraduate education reforms in India.

Final Advice for Aspirants

• Carefully check your subject date and shift.

• Revise according to the 90-minute CBT pattern.

• Stay updated with official announcements.

• Practice mock tests to manage time effectively.

• Verify language medium before the exam.

Early preparation, clarity of schedule, and proper time management will play a crucial role in securing admission to your desired university.

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