The National Testing Agency (NTA) administers CUET PG, which refers to Common University Entrance Test – Postgraduate. It is the passageway for students from all over India (and certain international cities) for admission to postgraduate courses in central universities and other associated institutions.
What the Exam Is Used For
Admission to PG programmes such as MA, MSc, MCom, etc.
Other special courses (occasionally B.Ed, LLM or others), depending on the university.
Standardises admission so that various universities can use a common benchmark.
Helpful for planning your application process and calendar.
Important Numbers & Scope
Number of Subjects Offered: 157 subjects/papers
Number of Registered Candidates: ~ 4,12,024 candidates registered for CUET PG 2025.
Exam Cities: 312 cities, including 27 outside India. Exam Timing, Shifts & Other Logistics
The exam will be held in three shifts daily:
Shift 1: 09:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Shift 2: 12:30 PM to 02:00 PM
Shift 3: 04:00 PM to 05:30 PM
Duration of each subject/exam is 90 minutes.
Medium: Bilingual (English & Hindi) for the majority of the subjects, except languages or specialized papers.
What’s New This Year in CUET PG 2025
More number of city options for the exam including overseas India. Huge list of subjects (157) and extensive participation.
Timing and schedule released well in advance so that students can make better plans.
The correction window provided soon after application submission.
Next Steps for Aspirants
If you are appearing for- or have already applied for CUET PG 2025, below are next steps:
Checking the Date Sheet & Subject-wise Schedule
Download the official date sheet from the NTA website (or CUET PG portal). Note your respective papers/subjects and their date + shift.
Preparing Logistically (Travel, Centres)
Once the City Intimation Slip is out — check which city you’re assigned.
Plan travel/accommodation in advance if it’s far.
Know the exam center rules (timing, entry requirements).
Revising Study Plan According to Exam Date
Since exams begin from mid-March: pace your revision accordingly.
Mock tests, past papers, getting comfortable with exam pattern & timing.
Focus especially on general papers or compulsory ones which many skip (these can affect eligibility for some subject combinations).
Official Sources & How to Remain Updated
Authorized sources to verify updates:
NTA official CUET PG webpage: exams.nta.ac.in/CUET-PG/
The information bulletin PDF issued by NTA.
The notifications issued via NTA’s official social media channels or email/SMS received post registration.
A reliable education websites for supporting information (datesheets, subject-wise time-tables), but always cross verify with NTA.
Conclusion
To sum up: CUET PG Exam Date 2025 has been formally announced from 13 March to 1 April 2025. Aspirants must not only be aware of the exam duration but also mark relevant deadlines such as application closing, admit card issuance, and result declarations. Rely on the official NTA sources for accurate updates. A study timetable in hand, being aware of your exam shifts, and staying vigilant to communications will streamline your preparation process. Best of luck to all candidates — you’ve got this!
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