The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the CUET PG 2026 Results, Scorecard, and Final Answer Key. Aspirants who appeared for the postgraduate entrance examinations held between March 6 and March 27, 2026, can now check their performance status. With around 185 to 198 universities accepting these scores for admissions, candidates should understand the scorecard details, marking scheme, and upcoming admission workflows.
CUET PG 2026 Overview & Highlights
Conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), the Common University Entrance Test (Postgraduate) evaluates candidates for various master's programs across multiple participating institutions. Below is a detailed summary of the exam and result particulars:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Common University Entrance Test (Postgraduate) |
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency |
| Exam Level | Postgraduate |
| Result Status | RELEASED |
| Credentials Required | Roll Number & Application Number |
| CUET PG Result Date 2026 | By April 24, 2026 |
| Timing | 6 PM |
| CUET PG Final Answer Key 2026 | Along with Results |
| CUET PG Counselling | May / June 2026 |
| Official Websites | https://exams.nta.nic.in/cuet-pg/ |
Credentials Required to Check Result
To access your scorecards and verify details, keep the following credentials ready:
- Application number
- Password, or
- Date of birth
- Roll number
How to Download CUET PG 2026 Scorecard
Follow these step-by-step instructions to successfully download your scorecard:
- Visit the official website of CUET PG 2026 Result: https://exams.nta.nic.in/cuet-pg/ or access the đź”´CUET PG 2026 Scorecard Download (Direct Link).
- Click “Sign In”.
- Enter the application number and date of birth.
- Click “Download CUET PG 2026 Score Card”.
- View your results and download the PDF.
- Take a printout of the results for further use.
Details Mentioned on CUET PG 2026 Scorecards
Candidates should carefully verify all printed information on their CUET PG scorecard 2026:
| Candidate Name | Overall Score | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Roll number | Overall percentile | Subject code |
| Father’s name | All India Rankings (AIR) | qualifying status |
| Photograph and signature. | Qualifying rank | Applied program |
| Sectional Score | Qualifying marks |
How to Calculate CUET PG Raw Scores
Candidates can calculate their approximate scores using the official marking scheme where each correct response carries 4 marks and incorrect responses deduct 1 mark:
- Compare your responses on the response sheet to the correct answers in the Final answer key.
- Count the correct and wrong responses.
- Apply the formula: Total score = (number of correct answers x 4) minus (number of incorrect answers x 1).
CUET PG Expected Cutoff Marks
Review the expected subject-wise cutoff marks out of 300 to gauge your admission chances:
| Expected Cutoff (Out of 300) | Subject |
|---|---|
| 180+5 | English |
| 165+8 | History |
| 155+2 | Geography |
| 180+7 | HIndi |
| 170+9 | Economics |
| 195+4 | Psychology |
| 185+6 | Political Science |
| 155+3 | Philosphy |
| 170+7 | Sociology |
| 185+7 | Sanskrit |
| 175+8 | Physics |
| 175+8 | Chemistry |
| 185+5 | Mathematics |
| 170+4 | Mcom |
| 200+3 | MBA |
| 185+6 | LLB |
| 185+8 | Geology |
| 180+4 | Life Sciences |
Top 5 NIRF Ranked Colleges
Students looking to pursue higher education can check top-tier participating institutions:
- Hindu College, New Delhi, Delhi NCR | UGC Approved
- Shri Ram College of Commerce - [SRCC], New Delhi, Delhi NCR | AICTE Approved
- St Stephen's College, New Delhi, Delhi NCR | UGC Approved
- Lady Shri Ram College for Women - [LSR], New Delhi, Delhi NCR | UGC, MHRD Approved
- Hansraj College - [HRC], Delhi NCR | UGC Approved
For additional updates on top scorers, check out the CUET PG Toppers List.
Next Steps After Result Declaration
Once you download your scorecard, review your qualifying status and All India Rank (AIR). Keep in mind that NTA does not conduct counselling; participating universities conduct counselling online individually starting in May and June 2026. Register on individual university portals and prepare your documents for verification.