The National Testing Agency (NTA) is set to close the Common University Entrance Test Postgraduate (CUET PG) on February 7. All interested candidates can access the official website – pgcuet.samarth.ac.in, create an account, and complete the CUET PG application. The deadline for CUET PG 2024 application fee payment is February 8, 2024.
Candidates can also opt for Gurugram (Haryana) and Srinagar exam centre cities. NTA has added these two new exam center cities for CUET PG 2024 to offer candidates more choices in the exam centres.
What is CUET PG?
The Central University Entrance Test (Postgraduate) or NTA CUET PG, is an all-India level entrance exam that is being introduced for admission into PG programs in Central and participating Universities. The Common University Entrance Test (CUET) will provide a common platform and equal opportunities to candidates across the country, especially those from North East and rural and other remote areas, and help to establish better connections with the Universities. A single Examination will enable the Candidates to cover a wide outreach and be part of the admissions process to various Central Universities.
The exam will be conducted in a computer-based mode for 105 minutes or 1 hour 45 minutes. Earlier, the exam was known as the Central Universities Common Entrance Test (CUCET). Before 2021, UGC used to conduct the test in a paper-pencil-based mode.
CUET PG 2024 Highlights
The following table brings the important features or highlights of the NTA CUET PG exam:
| Particulars | Details |
| Exam Name | Central University Entrance Test (Postgraduate) |
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam Level | Postgraduate |
| Exam Frequency | Once a year |
| Exam Mode | Online (Computer-Based Mode) |
| Total No. of Test Takers | Around 8 lakh |
| Courses Offered Through CUET PG | MSc |
| Exam Fees | INR 1,200 (General)
INR 1000 (OBC-NCL, EWS) INR 900 (SC, ST and Transgender) INR 800 (PwD) INR 6,000 (International centres) |
| Exam Duration | 105 Minutes or 1 hour 45 minutes |
| Total Marks | 300 Marks |
| Total Number of Questions | 75 Questions |
| Marking Scheme | +4 for each correct answer
-1 for each incorrect answer |
| Language of Exam | English and Hindi |
| Exam Centre Cities | 300 cities in India and 24 cities abroad |
| Accepting Colleges | 198 institutions |
| Official Website | pgcuet.samarth.ac.in |
| Contact Details | 18004253800 |
CUET PG 2024 Exam: How to Apply for CUET PG?
Follow the steps mentioned below to apply for the CUET PG Exam:
- Go to the official website at pgcuet.samarth.ac.in.
- Locate and click on the “Register” button on the homepage.
- Provide valid login credentials.
- Complete the CUET PG 2024 application form by entering personal and educational details accurately.
- Upload all necessary documents as specified in the application guidelines.
- Proceed to make the registration fee payment to finalize your application.
- After successful payment, download the payment receipt and retain a hard copy for future reference.
CUET PG Registration 2024 – Documents Required
Here is a list of documents required for the CUET PG 2024 application form. Candidates must be careful while uploading these documents at the NTA CUET PG portal.
- A valid e-mail ID.
- A valid phone number.
- Photo identification proof such as Aadhar card, voter ID, etc.
- Soft copy of caste certificate, if applicable.
- Scanned copy of Class 10 marksheet.
- Scanned copy of Class 12 marksheet.
- Scanned copy of Photograph.
- Scanned copy of the signature.
The CUET PG 2024 exam will be held from March 11 to March 28, 2024. The CUET PG exam for the academic session 2024-2025 is not only for admissions to postgraduate programs in various universities but also will serve as an entrance exam for certain master’s degree programme offered at TISS (Tata Institute of Social Science).
Frequently Asked Questions on CUET PG 2024 Application
1. What is CUET PG 2024?
CUET PG 2024 refers to the Common University Entrance Test for Postgraduate programs, which is a standardized examination conducted for admission to various postgraduate courses offered by participating universities.
2. When will the application process for CUET PG 2024 begin?
The exact dates for the commencement of the CUET PG 2024 application process have not been announced yet. Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website for updates.
3. Where can I find the CUET PG 2024 application form?
The CUET PG 2024 application form will be available on the official website of the conducting body or the participating universities.
4. What are the documents required for the CUET PG 2024 application?
The specific documents required for the CUET PG 2024 application may vary but typically include educational certificates, identification proof, passport-sized photographs, and any other relevant documents as per the instructions provided.
5. Is there an application fee for CUET PG 2024?
Yes, candidates are usually required to pay an application fee for CUET PG 2024. The amount and payment method will be specified in the official notification or information brochure.
6. Can I apply for multiple courses through CUET PG 2024?
Depending on the guidelines provided by the conducting body or participating universities, candidates may be allowed to apply for multiple courses. However, it’s essential to carefully read the instructions before applying.
