The Common University Entrance Test for Postgraduate (CUET PG) cut-off refers to the minimum score or percentile required for admission to a specific postgraduate program. Unlike a centralized merit list, CUET PG cut-offs are released individually by participating universities.
Universities such as Delhi University (DU), Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), and Banaras Hindu University (BHU) publish course-wise cut-offs after the declaration of CUET PG results, which are tentatively expected by May 6, 2026.
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Cut-Off Release Authority | Participating Universities (DU, JNU, BHU, etc.) |
| Cut-Off Type | Course-wise & Category-wise |
| Score Basis | CUET PG Normalized Score (Out of 300) |
| Result Declaration | Expected by May 6, 2026 |
| Admission Mode | University-Level Counselling |
For top central universities, CUET PG cut-offs remain high due to intense competition and limited seat availability, especially in science and professional courses.
| Category | Expected Cut-Off Range (Out of 300) |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 220 – 250+ Marks |
| OBC / EWS | 190 – 230 Marks |
| SC | 170 – 190 Marks |
| ST | 165 – 180 Marks |
Premier central universities generally require candidates to score in the 90th to 99th percentile for admission to high-demand programs.
| University | Expected Benchmark |
|---|---|
| Delhi University (DU) | High-demand courses like M.A. English and M.Sc. Physics often require 230–250+ marks |
| Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) | Extremely competitive admissions; many subjects require 80%+ score or a top 50 rank |
| Banaras Hindu University (BHU) | Science programs like M.Sc. Physics often close at 220–230+ marks |
Cut-offs vary widely by subject. Professional and science programs generally have higher entry thresholds compared to arts and language courses.
| Program | Safe Score Target (Out of 300) |
|---|---|
| MBA / Management | 240+ Marks |
| MA Economics | 225+ Marks |
| MSc Physics / Chemistry | 215 – 220+ Marks |
| MA English / Political Science | 200 – 210+ Marks |
CUET PG cut-offs are released by individual participating universities. NTA only conducts the exam and declares results. Admission decisions are taken at the university level.
No, there is no single national cut-off. Each university releases its own course-wise cut-offs. Cut-offs vary based on demand and seat availability.
A score above 220 is generally competitive for top universities. High-demand courses may require 240+ marks. Percentile also plays an important role.
Yes, cut-offs are released category-wise. Reserved category candidates have lower qualifying marks. This follows government reservation norms.
Yes, normalization ensures fairness across multiple shifts. Final cut-offs are based on normalized scores. This prevents advantage or disadvantage due to paper difficulty.
Yes, science and professional courses usually have higher cut-offs. This is due to limited seats and higher competition. Arts and language courses generally have lower thresholds.
CUET PG 2026 cut-offs are expected after result declaration. Results are tentatively scheduled for May 6, 2026. Universities will release cut-offs during counselling.