The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially announced the dates for the Common Universities Entrance Test for Postgraduates (CUET PG) 2025, setting the examination between March 13 and April 1, 2025. This announcement, made on February 26, 2025, brings clarity to thousands of aspiring postgraduate students across the country, as they prepare to navigate the admissions process.
The exams will be conducted via Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode across 43 shifts, allowing for comprehensive coverage for the diverse range of subjects available. The NTA has specified the operational schedule as consisting of three shifts daily: the first from 9 AM to 10:30 AM, the second from 12:30 PM to 2 PM, and the last from 4 PM to 5:30 PM. This format ensures flexibility and adaptability for the candidates who will be taking the test.
According to the NTA, the CUET PG 2025 will accommodate 4,12,024 registered candidates, all vying for places across 157 distinct subjects. Candidates are granted the option to select up to four test papers, allowing them to tailor their examination based on their prospective field of study.
"Important Announcement! NTA will conduct CUET (PG) – 2025 from 13 March to 01 April 2025 in CBT mode across 43 shifts for 157 subjects," announced the NTA on its official social media channels. This announcement sets the stage for many students who are eagerly awaiting the chance to secure their placements for higher education.
Registration for the CUET PG 2025 was open from January 2 to February 8, 2025, followed by a correction window from February 10 to 12, allowing students to make necessary modifications to their submissions.
To keep candidates informed, the NTA will publish the City Intimation Slip ten days prior to the exam, providing information on the allocated examination center. This information can be accessed on the official NTA website, ensuring candidates have the resources they need to prepare adequately.
The examination medium will primarily be bilingual, with question papers available in English and Hindi for most subjects, with certain exceptions noted. M.Tech. and Higher Sciences papers will be conducted only in English, whereas Acharya papers will be held exclusively in Sanskrit, aside from select interdisciplinary questions which will appear as bilingual offerings.
For subjects pertaining to the Indian Knowledge System and Baurdha Darshana, papers will be offered using Hindi, Sanskrit, and English, reflecting the diverse linguistic backgrounds and requirements of the candidates. Hindu Studies will see papers set out both in Hindi and English, ensuring access for all students.
"The City Intimation Slip will be available on the NTA website approximately ten days prior to the examination date," the NTA stated, highlighting its commitment to transparency and accessibility for the students registered.
This extensive planning and foresight from the NTA indicate its commitment to conducting the CUET PG 2025 smoothly and efficiently. Schools, students, and educators alike are encouraged to stay updated through the official NTA website at www.nta.ac.in and exams.nta.ac.in/CUET-PG/ to keep abreast of the latest developments.
The CUET PG examination is significant not just for its immediate purpose of admission but also encourages higher academic standards and competition among universities nationwide. With the exam dates now announced, candidates are advised to prepare thoroughly and to check their eligibility and options for their intended subjects.
For assistance and inquiries, students can reach the NTA helpline at 011-40759000 / 011-69227700 or email [email protected].
With the CUET PG 2025 approaching, prospective candidates are filled with hopes of embarking on their academic journeys at reputable universities, making this examination a pivotal moment for many.