The National Testing Agency (NTA) has issued a significant clarification for CUET PG 2026 aspirants. Candidates will now be able to select four exam city choices instead of the earlier limit of two. The revised provision was confirmed through the latest public notification released on December 19, 2025.
This update comes as a major relief for lakhs of students applying for postgraduate admission through the Common University Entrance Test, which is scheduled for March 2026 in 292 exam cities across India and abroad.
NTA Clarifies: Four Exam City Choices Allowed
Through the notification, NTA stated:
“To provide greater flexibility to students, candidates will be permitted to select up to four (04) Examination City choices within the state of their permanent or present residence, subject to the availability of Examination Cities.”
This marks an important procedural shift aimed at minimizing travel inconvenience for students who had previously expressed concerns over distant exam centre allotments.
The increase in exam city preferences gives students more control and improves the probability of securing a centre near home.
Correction Window Opens January 18
Candidates who have already submitted their CUET PG 2026 application forms will be allowed to add or revise their exam city selections during the official correction window scheduled from:
📅 January 18 to January 20, 2026
This means previously registered applicants can now select two additional city preferences during the correction window, raising the total to four.
Those submitting fresh applications may select four city choices directly before the deadline.
No Change in Other CUET PG 2026 Guidelines
NTA confirmed that no other rules or admission guidelines have been modified.
- Eligibility conditions
- Application steps
- Exam process
- Dates announced in the Information Bulletin
all remain unchanged.
The application window opened on December 14, 2025, and the last date to submit forms remains January 18, 2026.
Why This Update Matters for Students?
The new provision holds significant value because CUET PG attracts candidates from across India, many from remote districts.
Allowing four city preferences will:
- reduce long-distance travel
- reduce financial and logistical burdens
- increase fairness in center allocation
- accommodate students’ personal constraints
- improve accessibility
The update also benefits candidates applying from North-East, Jammu & Kashmir, Rajasthan interior districts, and hilly regions with limited exam capacity.
How to Select CUET PG 2026 Exam City Choices – Step-by-Step
Both new applicants and previously registered candidates must follow the steps below to select or update exam city preferences:
Step 1:
Visit the CUET PG 2026 registration website:
exams.nta.nic.in/CUET-PG/
Step 2:
Under the “Activity” tab, click:
✔ Registration for CUET (PG) 2026 → Register Now
Step 3:
If already registered, simply click Login and enter your credentials.
Step 4:
Unregistered candidates must apply first by completing the registration form.
Step 5:
Fill all mandatory sections of the CUET PG application form.
Step 6:
Open the Select Examination City section.
Step 7:
Choose four cities in the preferred order within the state of permanent or present residential address.
Step 8:
Complete the remaining form sections, upload documents, pay fees, and submit.
It is advised to carefully choose cities to avoid last-minute inconvenience.
Scale of CUET PG 2026 Examination
The CUET PG 2026 exam will be conducted:
- across 292 cities in India and abroad
- in 16 international cities
- for 157 postgraduate subjects
This expansion illustrates the growing scale of CUET PG as a national-level entrance exam enabling uniform postgraduate admissions.
Some of the international test centres include:
- UAE
- Nepal
- Kuwait
- Qatar
- Singapore
The exam will be held in computer-based test (CBT) mode.
Growing Significance of CUET PG
With increasing participation from Central Universities, State Universities, and Private Institutions, CUET PG has become a key gateway to postgraduate education.
Universities such as:
- Delhi University
- BHU
- Allahabad University
- JNU
- Jamia Millia Islamia
- HNB Garhwal
- Visva Bharati
and many State Universities now use CUET PG scores for admissions.
The standardized process helps eliminate the need for multiple entrance exams, reducing financial stress and streamlining the admission process.
Important Dates to Remember
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | December 14, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | January 18, 2026 |
| Correction Window | Jan 18–20, 2026 |
| Exam Month | March 2026 |
| Admit Card | To be announced |
Candidates must regularly visit the NTA website for future notifications.
What Candidates Should Do Now
Students applying for CUET PG 2026 should:
- submit applications before deadline
- select exam city preferences carefully
- keep documents ready for correction window
- avoid relying on unofficial sources
- monitor the NTA website
With four city choices now permitted, candidates should prioritize accessibility, transportation convenience, and availability of exam facilities near their area.
The NTA’s clarification regarding the ability to select four exam city choices for CUET PG 2026 has been welcomed by students nationwide.
The update provides flexibility, fairness, and logistical relief—especially for those residing in distant or rural areas.
With the correction window approaching on January 18, aspirants must plan wisely and complete required updates before the January 20 deadline.
As CUET PG 2026 progresses toward examination month, further notifications regarding city allocation, admit cards, and schedules are expected soon on the official NTA website.
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