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CUET PG 2025: Counselling, Cutoff, Participating Universities, Eligibility and More

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Updated on Jul 19, 2025

Sanhita Kundu

CUET PG 2025 Counselling process has been initiated in many of the participating universities. The Benaras Hindu University (BHU) PG 1st allotment was released on July 14, with the last date to pay the admission fee as July 16, 2025. Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) has released the third merit list for admission to MA, MSc, MCA, and MTech programs. The IP University has also commenced its counselling process on July 15, based on CUET PG scores, for admission to programs such as MBA, MCA, LLM, MA English, and MEd. NTA released the CUET PG 2025 Result on May 6, 2025. Students could check the results through the official website by providing their login credentials.

 

Table of Contents

  1. CUET PG 2025 Exam: What is The Purpose?
  2. CUET PG Highlights 2025
  3. CUET PG 2025 Important Dates Table
  4. CUET PG 2025 Counselling
  5. CUET PG 2025 Results
  6. CUET PG 2025 Answer Key
  7. CUET PG 2025 Cut-Off
  8. CUET PG 2025 Admit Card
  9. CUET PG 2025 Exam Pattern
  10. CUET PG 2025 Syllabus
  11. CUET PG 2025 Preparation
  12. CUET PG Eligibility Criteria 2025
  13. CUET PG 2025 Registration
  14. CUET PG 2025: Participating Institutes
  15. CUET PG 2025 FAQs

 

CUET PG 2025 Exam: What is The Purpose?

CUET PG 2025 exam is a pivotal step for candidates who have completed their undergraduate studies and aspire to pursue a master's degree. It serves as a gateway to a diverse range of postgraduate degree programs, including MSc, MA, MCom, MFA, and professional degree courses such as MBA, BEd, LLB, LLM, and M.Ed. Students must be well-versed with the entire admission procedure, from filling out the application form to the counselling forum.

 

CUET PG Highlights 2025

NTA annually conducts the CUET PG exam for admission to various postgraduate courses. Every year, around 5 Lakh students appear for the test. To get more information related to CUET PG candidates, they should check the table below:

Particulars

Details

Exam Name

Central University Entrance Test (Postgraduate)

Conducting Body

National Testing Agency (NTA)

Exam Level

Postgraduate

Courses Offered

Master's Degree- MA, MSc, MCom, MFA, MTech, MCA

 

Professional Degree- BEd, MEd, LLB, LLM, MBA

Exam Frequency

Once a year

Exam Mode

Online (Computer-Based Mode)

Total No. of Test Takers

Around 5 lakh

Number of Courses Offered

157 courses

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

90 Minutes or 1 hour 30 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

packet.Samarth.ac.in

Contact Details

18004253800

 

CUET PG 2025 Important Dates Table

All the important dates related to CUET PG 2025 are given below:

Events

Dates

CUET PG 2025 Exam Date

March 13 to April 1, 2025

CUET PG 2025 Application Form Start Date

January 2, 2025

Last Date to Fill and Submit CUET PG 2025 Application Form

February 2, 2025

CUET PG 2025 Registration Fee Window

February 2, 2025

CUET PG 2025 Application Correction Window

February 12, 2025, by 11:50 p.m

CUET PG 2025 Admit Card

March 8, 2025

CUET PG 2025 Result

May 6, 2025.

DU counselling starting date

May 16, 2025

BHU counselling starting date

May 22, 2025

JNU counselling starting date

May 23, 2025

IP University counselling starting dateJuly 15, 2025

 

CUET PG 2025 Counselling

CUET PG Counselling 2025 Process is underway. BHU PG Round 1 allotment cutoff has been released on July 14, 2025. DU has started CSAS Phase 2 on July 8, 2025. All the shortlisted candidates are eligible to participate in the counselling process. A step-by-step guide for the counselling process has been shared below:

 

How to Participate in CUET PG 2025 Counselling Process?

Students can refer to the following points to know the counselling process of CUET PG 2025.

  • Participating universities start their counselling process after the results.
  • Candidates must visit the official website of the desired university.
  • They need to fill out the CUET PG 2025 counselling form of that university.
  • Candidates have to choose their preferred courses and colleges.
  • Universities release merit lists based on CUET PG scores and other criteria.
  • Shortlisted candidates are offered admission as per the allotment.

 

Documents Required in CUET PG Counselling

The following documents are required for the counselling process of the CUET PG.

  • CUET scorecard
  • 10th certificate
  • 12th certificate
  • Undergraduate degree certificate or provisional certificate
  • Final year or consolidated mark sheet.
  • Transfer and migration certificate
  • Category certificate ( if applicable)
  • ID Proof
  • Passport-size photo

 

CUET PG 2025 Results

NTA released the CUET PG 2025 results on May 6, 2025. To download the CUET PG 2025 result or scorecard, candidates must log in to the official website using their registration credentials. The scored card is valid for one year. To access the results, candidates could follow the simple steps below:

 

How to Download CUET PG Results in 2025?

Students can follow the points below to download the results

  • Visit the official website of the CUET PG 2025.https://exams.nta.ac.in/CUET-PG/
  • Click on the ‘download the scorecard’ link
  • Enter the application number, DOB, and PIN.
  • Click the ‘Submit’ button.
  • View CUET PG 2025 result.
  • Download & save the result for CUET PG.

 

CUET PG 2025 Answer Key

NTA released the final CUET PG 2025 answer key on its official website on April 22, 2025. Candidates were allowed to raise objections to the provisional answer key. The objection window remained open until April 24, 2025. To submit an objection, candidates were required to pay a fee of INR 200 per question.

 

How to Download CUET PG 2025 Answer Key?

To download the CUET PG answer key, students could follow the steps mentioned below.

  • Students should visit the official website.
  • On the home page, under the public notice section.
  • Click on the “ CUET PG-2025: Final Answer Key”
  • Shift-wise answer key will be displayed.

 

How to Challenge CUET PG 2025 Answer Key?

To challenge the CUET PG answer key, students could follow the steps mentioned below.

  • Students should visit the official website and log in.
  • Click on the View or Answer Key Challenge button.
  • Select the question that you want to challenge.
  • Upload the documents that support your answer.
  • Pay the fee.
  • Download the confirmation page.

 

CUET PG 2025 Cut-Off

CUET PG Cutoff 2025 is the minimum criteria that candidates must meet to get admission into PG courses across various universities. Each participating university releases its cutoff after each round of counselling. The following table shows the approximate passing marks for each category.

Category

Approximate passing marks

General

220-230

OBS

190-210

SC

170-185

ST

165-175

 

CUET PG 2025 Admit Card

CUET PG 2025 admit card was released in multiple phases.. Earlier, NTA distributed the advance city intimation slip before releasing the admit card. To access the CUET PG 2025 Admit Card, candidates should check the steps below.

 

How to Download the Admit Card of CUET PG 2025?

Students can follow the points below to download the admit card.

  • Visit the official website of the CUET PG 2025 at https://exams.nta.ac.in/CUET-PG/.
  • Click on the ‘click here to download the admit card’ link
  • Enter the application number, DOB, and PIN.
  • Click the ‘Submit’ button.
  • View the CUET PG 2025 admit card.
  • Download & save the result for the CUET PG 2025 admit card.

 

CUET PG 2025 Exam Pattern

CUET PG 2025 exam pattern was revised last year. Following the revised pattern, the paper consisted of 75 multiple-choice questions (MCQs). Candidates had 90 minutes to attempt all the questions. Some other factors related to CUET PG 2025 Exam Pattern have been shared below:

Particulars

Details

Mode of the examination

Computer-based test (CBT)/LAN-based/Online

Medium/ Language

English and Hindi

Duration of the examination

90 minutes

Frequency of exams in a year

Once a year

Type of questions

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) asked from the CUET PG syllabus

Total number of Questions

75

Total Marks

300

Negative marking

Yes

Marking Scheme

+4 for the correct answer

 

-1 for an incorrect answer

Total sections in the question paper

2

Section Name

Section A: Scrapped

 

Section B: Domain-Specific Questions

 

CUET PG 2025 Syllabus

CUET PG Syllabus includes a wide range of topics like Zoology, Botany, Chemistry, MBA, M.A., etc. A detailed analysis of CUET PG 2025 Syllabus has been shared below:

Subject name

Vital topics

Zoology

Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Ecology, Evolution, Biodiversity, and Environment Conservation, Immunology, Genetics, BioTechniques, Vertebrates and Invertebrates, Developmental Biology, Biostatistics, Animal Physiology, Recombinant DNA Technology.

Botany

Phycology and Microbiology, Biomolecules and Cell Biology, Mycology and Phytopathology, Archegoniate, Anatomy and Angiosperms, Economic Botany, Genetics, Molecular Biology, Plant Ecology and Phytogeography, Plant Semantics, Reproductive Biology of Angiosperms, Plant Physiology, Plant Metabolism, Plant Biotechnology

Chemistry

Various States of Physical Chemistry, Thermodynamics, Equilibrium, Molecular spectroscopy and Photochemistry, Quantum Chemistry, Atomic Structure, Stereochemistry, Cycloalkanes and Conformational Analysis, Chemistry of Halogenated Hydrocarbons, Carboxylic Acids and their Derivatives, Carbonyl Compounds, Organic Spectroscopy.

Physics

Phycology and Microbiology, Biomolecules and Cell Biology, Mycology and Phytopathology, Archegoniate, Anatomy and Angiosperms, Economic Botany, Genetics, Molecular Biology, Plant Ecology and Phytogeography Semantics, Reproductive Biology of Angiosperms, Plant Physiology, Plant Metabolism, Plant Biotechnology.

Plant Biotechnology

Cryo and organogenic differentiation, Types of culture: Seed, Embryo, Callus, Organs, Cell and Protoplast culture. Micropropagation: Axillary bud proliferation, In vitro haploid production, Androgenic methods, Protoplast Isolation and fusion, Methods of protoplast isolation, Plant Growth Promoting bacteria.

Life Sciences

Techniques, Chromatin structure and function, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Molecular Genetics, Plant Sciences, Animal Sciences

Mathematics

Algebra, Real Analysis, Complex Analysis, Integral Calculus, Differential Equations, Vector Calculus, Linear Programming

Data Science

Set Theory & Algebra, Theory of Computations, Digital Logic, Computer Organisation and Architecture, Algorithms, Operating Systems, Computer Networks

Food Technology

Introduction to Food Science and Technology, Cereals and Pulses, Fruits and Vegetables, Basic baking technology, Food safety, hygiene and quality testing

Biochemistry

Introduction to Biochemistry, Bioorganic Chemistry and Metabolites, Biochemical Techniques, Cell Biology, Biomolecules, Nutrition, Metabolism, Human Physiology, Microbiology, Immunology, Clinical Biochemistry

Environmental Science

Earth Sciences, Physical and Chemical Sciences, Life Sciences

Horticulture

Basic Biology, Ecology, Plant Biology, Microscopic Techniques, Horticulture, Flower and Fruits, Food Technology

M.A

Ancient Indian History, Culture & Architecture, Physical Anthropology/Biological Anthropology, Social and Cultural Anthropology, Major branches of Anthropology, Contribution of Social-Cultural Anthropologists, Linguistic Anthropology

MBA

English Grammar, English Usage Errors, Jumbled Para, हिन्दी व्याकरण, अशुद्ध प्रयोग, पररच्छेद का उहित क्रम, वाक्य शुहद्ध, वाक्य पररष्कार, Partnership, Simple Interest and Compound Interest, Profit & Loss, Percentages, Pipes and Cisterns, Time-Speed-Distance, Ranking Tests, Linear, Arrangements, Matrix Arrangements, Sequencing, Statements Arguments, Cause and Effects, Pie Charts, Line Charts, Bar Graphs, Tabular Charts

 

CUET PG 2025 Preparation

CUET PG is one of the most competitive exams, and qualifying for it is a challenge that many candidates attempt every year. Here are some quick preparation tips for CUET PG 2025:

  • Refer to the exam pattern and syllabus in detail for a comprehensive understanding.
  • Create a realistic study plan and allot equal time for all the subjects.
  • Practice regularly by solving past year CUET PG questions and CUET PG mock tests.
  • Solve all doubts immediately; do not pile them up.
  • Read Newspapers and Journals to stay up-to-date with current affairs.
  • Enhance Language Skills.
  • Strengthen Aptitude Skills.
  • Stay Healthy and hydrated
  • Do meditation for stress control.

 

CUET PG Eligibility Criteria 2025

Students who appeared in the exam were required to meet certain eligibility criteria. To get more information on CUET PG Eligibility Criteria 2025, students should refer to the section below:

  • There is no age limit for candidates.
  • Candidates who have taken or will take the bachelor's degree or equivalent examination in 2025 with a specific proportion of marks or equivalent qualifying tests.
  • Indian and foreign students are eligible.

 

CUET PG 2025 Registration

CUET PG notification was released on January 2, 2025. The application form for registration was released on January 2, 2025. The last day to fill out the application was February 2, 2025. CUET PG 2025 Application correction window was available till February 12, 2025, by 11:50 p.m.

 

CUET PG 2025 Registration Process

The CUET PG 2025 registration process is mentioned in the points below.

  • Students must visit the official website.
  • Click on the CUET PG 2025 registration.
  • Fill out all the required information along with the documents.
  • After filling out the application form, pay the application fees to conclude the process.

 

CUET PG 2025 Registration Fee

A detailed breakdown of CUET PG 2025 Registration Fee has been provided below:

Category

Application Fee (in INR)

 

(For up to two test papers)

Application Fee Outside India (in INR)

 

(For up to three test papers)

General

1200

6000

Gen-EWS/ OBC-NCL

1000

SC / ST / Third Gender

900

PwD

800

 

CUET PG 2025: Participating Institutes

CUET PG 2025 offers postgraduate courses in central, state, deemed, and private universities across India. This year, 198 universities are taking part, which is more than last year. A list

Participating Institute Ownership

Number of Institutes

Central University/ Institution

41

State University

34

Deemed University

9

Private University

49

Other University

0

Here is a list of some prominent universities and schools that will accept CUET PG scores:

  • Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi
  • Delhi University
  • Tata Institute of Social Sciences
  • Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU)
  • Central University of Haryana
  • Central University of Punjab
  • Central University of Kerala

 

CUET PG 2025 FAQs

When was the CUET PG 2025 result announced?

The NTA has released the CUET PG result as of May 6, 2025

What is the starting date for the CUET PG 2025 application?

The application form for registration became available as of January 2, 2025. The last day to fill out the application and pay the application fee is February 2, 2025.

What are the eligibility criteria for the CUET PG 2025?

Candidates who have taken or will take the bachelor's degree or equivalent examination in 2025, regardless of age, are eligible to apply for master's degree programs at Central Universities through the CUET PG 2025 test.

What is the duration of the CUET PG 2025 Exam?

The duration of the CUET PG Exam is 90 Minutes or 1 hour and 30 minutes.

What is the marking scheme of the CUET PG 2025 paper?

The marking scheme of the paper is +4 for every correct answer and -1 for every wrong answer.

What is the CUET PG 2025 exam pattern?

The CUET PG test pattern was modified starting last year. The exam authorities will ask only 75 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) based on the CUET PG syllabus 2025.

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