Last Verified: 2026-03-01 from official conducting body notifications.
Official Overview & Examination Scope
Purpose, Scope & Academic Impact
CUET PG is conducted by NTA as the common entrance examination for post-graduate admissions into premier central universities including Delhi University (DU), Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS Mumbai), and University of Hyderabad. Features 157 unique question paper codes.
Eligibility Criteria & Academic Qualifications
Exam Pattern & Test Structure
Total: 300 Marks| Section / Paper | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domain Specific Question Paper | 75 Multiple Choice Questions (Core Subject Knowledge) | 300 Marks | 105 Minutes |
+4 marks for correct response, -1 mark for incorrect response, 0 for unattempted. Total 75 questions for 300 marks.
Negative Marking Rule: -1 mark penalty per incorrect answer
Recommended Preparation Roadmap & Strategy
Cutoff Trends & Score Benchmark
Score above 240-265 out of 300 required for top courses (e.g. MA Economics/Political Science at JNU, LL.B at Faculty of Law DU).
Participating Institutes / Career Pathways
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the General Section removed from CUET PG?
Yes, NTA eliminated General Paper Section A. The examination consists strictly of 75 domain-specific multiple choice questions directly related to the opted subject code.
Does TISS Mumbai accept CUET PG?
Yes! Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS Mumbai) has replaced TISS-NET with CUET PG for all its post-graduate programs.
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