NTA CUET PG 2023 Notification Details and Application Process

National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) for Postgraduate (PG) admissions for the academic year 2023. The NTA CUET PG 2023 is a national-level exam that will be conducted for admission to various PG courses offered by participating Central Universities in India. The exam is scheduled to take place from 05-12 June 2023.

Eligible candidates can apply for the NTA CUET PG 2023 online from 20 March 2023 until 05 May 2023, 5 PM only. The application fee for General and EWS/OBC candidates is Rs. 1000/- and Rs. 800/- respectively, while SC/ST/PH candidates have to pay Rs. 750/-. In addition to this, candidates who wish to appear for an additional test paper will have to pay an additional charge of Rs. 500/- (General) or Rs. 400/- (other categories).

The participating Central Universities are Banaras Hindu University, Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University, Central Tribal University of Andhra Pradesh, Central University of Andhra Pradesh, Central University of South Bihar, Central University of Gujarat, Central University of Haryana, Central University of Himachal Pradesh, Central University of Jammu, Central University of Jharkhand, Central University of Karnataka, Central University of Kashmir, Central University of Kerala, Central University of Odisha, Central University of Punjab, Central University of Rajasthan, Central University of Tamil Nadu, Indira Gandhi National Tribal University Amarkantak, IGNTU-Regional Centre Manipur, Dr. Harisingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya, Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University, Jawaharlal Nehru University, Mahatma Gandhi Antarrashtriya Hindi Vishwavidyalaya, Manipur University, North Eastern Hill University, Pondicherry University, Sikkim University, Tezpur University, The English and Foreign Languages University, Tripura University, University of Hyderabad, Mahatma Gandhi Central University, Central Sanskrit University, National Sanskrit University, B.R. Ambedkar School of Economics University, Madan Mohan Malviya University of Technology MMMUT Gorakhpur, National Rail and Transport Institute, Dr. A.P.J Abdul Kalam Technical University, Devi Ahilya Vishvavidyalaya, Sardar Patel University of Police, Security and Criminal Justice, Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth Development, and Apex University.

The NTA CUET PG 2023 exam will consist of 100 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) that candidates have to answer in 2 hours. The exam will be conducted in computer-based mode and will be available in both English and Hindi languages. The syllabus for the exam will vary depending on the course that the candidate wishes to pursue. Candidates are advised to refer to the information brochure for detailed syllabus and eligibility criteria.

The NTA CUET PG 2023 will have no age limit for candidates, and candidates who have completed their final year of Bachelor's degree in the relevant subject from any recognized university in India are eligible to apply. Candidates who are appearing for their final year of Bachelor's degree can also apply for the exam. However, such candidates will have to provide proof of their qualifying examination at the time of admission.

The exam will be conducted at various centers across India, and candidates will have to choose their preferred exam center while filling the application form. The admit card for the NTA CUET PG 2023 will be available online before the exam date, and candidates are advised to download and print their admit card to carry their admit card.

Application Process for NTA CUET PG 2023

To apply for the NTA CUET PG 2023, candidates need to visit the official website of NTA, which is www.nta.ac.in or www.cuet.nta.nic.in. From there, they need to follow the instructions given below:

Step 1: Registration

Candidates need to click on the ‘New Registration’ link and provide the required information such as name, email ID, mobile number, and password. Once the registration is successful, candidates will receive their login credentials on their registered email ID and mobile number.

Step 2: Filling the Application Form

After logging in, candidates need to fill out the application form by providing personal details, academic qualifications, and other necessary information. It is important to note that candidates need to select their preferred universities and courses carefully, as the allocation of seats will be done based on their preferences.

Step 3: Uploading Documents

After filling out the application form, candidates need to upload the necessary documents, which include a recent passport size photograph, signature, and other relevant documents.

Step 4: Payment of Application Fee

Candidates need to pay the application fee through online mode using debit/credit cards, net banking, or e-challan. The application fee for the general category is Rs. 1000, while for EWS/OBC candidates, it is Rs. 800, and for SC/ST/PH candidates, it is Rs. 750.

Step 5: Submission of Application Form

After completing all the above steps, candidates need to submit the application form. They should take a printout of the application form for future reference.

Correction of NTA CUET PG 2023 Application Form

Candidates who have made any mistakes in their application form can rectify them during the correction period. The correction period for NTA CUET PG 2023 will be from 20th to 23rd April 2023. Candidates can make the necessary corrections in their application form during this period.

NTA CUET PG 2023 Admit Card

The NTA CUET PG 2023 admit card will be available on the official website of NTA from a few days before the exam date. Candidates can download the admit card by entering their login credentials, which they received during the registration process. The admit card will contain important information such as the candidate’s name, roll number, exam center details, and exam timings. It is mandatory for candidates to carry the admit card to the exam center along with a valid photo ID proof.

NTA CUET PG 2023 Exam Pattern

The NTA CUET PG 2023 exam will be conducted in online mode (computer-based test) for a duration of 2 hours. The question paper will consist of 100 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) of one mark each. There will be no negative marking for incorrect answers. The question paper will be divided into two parts – Part A and Part B.

Part A will consist of 50 MCQs from the English language, reasoning, and general awareness.

Part B will consist of 50 MCQs from the subject-specific syllabus. The syllabus for Part B will depend on the course and university selected by the candidate.

NTA CUET PG 2023 Result

The NTA CUET PG 2023 result will be declared on the official website of NTA. Candidates can check their result by entering their login credentials. The result will contain the candidate’s score, rank, and qualifying status. Based on the NTA CUET PG 2023 result, candidates will be shortlisted for the counseling process.

Aspirants can apply for the CUET PG 2023 examination by filling out the online application form on the NTA website. The application fee varies depending on the category of the applicant. General category candidates must pay Rs. 1000/-, EWS/OBC candidates must pay Rs. 800/-, and SC/ST/PH candidates must pay Rs. 750/-. Additionally, if a candidate wishes to apply for an additional test paper, they must pay an extra charge of Rs. 500/- if they belong to the general category, and Rs. 400/- if they belong to any other category.

The application process will begin on March 20, 2023, and the last date for submission of the online application is May 5, 2023, up to 5 PM only. The deadline for online payment of the application fee is also May 5, 2023. Candidates will have the opportunity to make any corrections to their application form between April 20-23, 2023.

The CUET PG 2023 examination will be held between June 5-12, 2023, and the admit card will be made available on the NTA website prior to the exam. The exact date of the result announcement has not yet been released, but it will be communicated to the candidates in due course.

In conclusion, the CUET PG 2023 examination is a highly competitive and sought-after examination for admission to various postgraduate programs across Central Universities in India. Aspiring candidates must make sure to keep track of the important dates and eligibility criteria, and prepare thoroughly to give themselves the best chance of success. With the right amount of dedication and hard work, candidates can make their dreams of pursuing higher education a reality through the CUET PG 2023 examination.