The Common university Entrance Test for Postgraduate (CUET PG) is a national‑level entrance exam conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for admissions into postgraduate programmes across India’s central universities, state universities, deemed universities, private universities, and other participating institutions. Candidates who qualify in CUET PG can seek admission in hundreds of institutes that accept CUET PG scores for the academic year 2026‑27.

🔍 What Is CUET PG 2026 and Why It Matters

The CUET PG exam serves as a single common entrance test for admission to PG courses across multiple universities in India. Instead of applying separately to each university, students can use their CUET PG score to seek admission in participating institutions of their choice. The exam opens doors to programmes in arts, science, commerce, management, social sciences, and more.

According to industry sources and official trends, over 185 universities are expected to participate in CUET PG 2026 — including central universities, state universities, deemed institutions, government bodies, and private universities.

🎓 Central Universities Participating in CUET PG 2026

Central universities are among the most sought after for postgraduate studies. These institutions are funded by the government of india and generally offer a wide range of PG programmes.

Here are some key Central Universities accepting CUET PG scores for 2026:

University of hyderabad — Telangana

University of delhi — New Delhi

Tripura university — Tripura

The indira gandhi National Tribal university — Madhya Pradesh

Tezpur university — Assam

Pondicherry university — Puducherry

The english and Foreign Languages university — Telangana

Central sanskrit university — New Delhi

North Eastern Hill university — Meghalaya

Rajiv gandhi National Institute of youth Development — tamil Nadu

Additionally, the full official list on the NTA CUET PG portal includes many more central universities such as:

  • Assam University
  • Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University
  • Central university of Gujarat
  • Central university of Haryana
  • Central Tribal university of Andhra Pradesh
  • Central university of Himachal Pradesh
  • …and several others across India.

🏛️ State Universities on the CUET PG 2026 List

State universities across india also participate in the CUET PG admissions process. These institutions are managed by individual states and may offer region‑specific or general PG courses.

Some of the State Universities participating in CUET PG 2026 include:

These universities expand candidates’ options, particularly for those seeking admission closer to their home states or in specialised PG programmes.

🎓 Other Participating Institutions

In addition to central and state universities, CUET PG 2026 includes participation from:

📍 Deemed Universities

Institutes with deemed status under the university Grants Commission (UGC) that accept CUET PG scores, such as:

  • Vinayaka Mission’s Research Foundation — tamil Nadu
  • Teri school of Advanced Studies — Delhi
  • Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) — Maharashtra
  • Shobhit university — Uttar Pradesh
  • Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda Institute — West Bengal
    …among others.

📍 Private Universities

Several private universities also accept CUET PG scores, offering a range of programmes in technology, management, humanities, and sciences. This includes institutions like:

  • Amity university campuses
  • Chandigarh University
  • Lovely Professional University
  • UPES Dehradun
  • Sharda University
    …and many more.

📌 How Many Institutions Participate in CUET PG 2026?

According to the latest data, a total of about 185–203 institutions are participating in CUET PG 2026. These include:

  • 53 Central Universities
  • 42 State Universities
  • 15 Deemed Universities
  • 80+ Private Universities

Note that participation may increase if more universities join the CUET framework or update admissions procedures.

🗂️ How to Check the Complete List

The official list of participating universities for CUET PG 2026 is available on the National Testing Agency’s CUET PG portal at exams.nta.nic.in/CUET‑PG/participating‑universities. This list is regularly updated and categorised into central, state, government institutions, and others for easy reference.

You can also download the University List PDF from the NTA site to check details such as:

  • University names
  • Types (Central / State / Deemed / Private)
  • States where they are located
  • Courses offered through CUET PG admissions

📌 Important Tips for Aspirants

✔ Choose universities based on subjects offered and cut‑offs
✔ Check eligibility criteria for each university before applying
✔ review counselling and admission timelines after the CUET PG result
✔ Visit individual university websites for programme details and application steps

🧠 Final Takeaway

The CUET PG 2026 participating universities list offers students a wide range of higher education options across India. From nationally renowned central universities to state and private institutions, CUET PG serves as a gateway to postgraduate studies across disciplines.

Aspiring candidates should keep an eye on the official NTA website to access the latest list of universities and make informed choices about their academic future.

 

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Kokila Chokkanathan

15/02/2026 11:57 AM