The Common University Entrance Test for Postgraduate (CUET PG) 2026 syllabus is strictly domain-specific, focusing on undergraduate-level subject knowledge. Continuing the major reform introduced in 2025, the General Aptitude section (Section A) has been scrapped for most subjects.
As a result, each CUET PG paper now consists of 75 domain-based questions only. Candidates must prepare according to the official syllabus released by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for their chosen subject and code.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Syllabus Type | Domain-Specific (UG Level) |
| General Aptitude Section | Removed for most subjects |
| Total Questions | 75 Questions per paper |
| Conducting Authority | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Syllabus Source | Official NTA CUET PG Syllabus Portal |
The CUET PG syllabus is divided into six broad academic domains. Candidates must prepare according to their chosen subject code.
| Domain | Subject Codes & Coverage |
|---|---|
| Science (SCQP) | Physics (SCQP24), Chemistry (SCQP08), Mathematics (SCQP19), Zoology (SCQP28), Computer Science (SCQP09) and 30+ science subjects |
| Humanities (HUQP) | History (HUQP09), Political Science (HUQP18), Geography (HUQP08), Psychology (HUQP20) |
| Common (COQP) | MBA (COQP12), LLB (COQP11); includes aptitude, reasoning, and comprehension |
| M.Tech (MTQP) | Engineering subjects such as Civil, Mechanical, Computer Science, Data Science, and AI |
| Languages (LAQP) | English (LAQP01), Hindi (LAQP02), and 30+ Indian and foreign languages |
| Acharya (ACQP) | Traditional Indian subjects conducted primarily in Sanskrit |
While the exact syllabus varies by subject code, certain topics consistently carry higher weightage. Focusing on these areas can improve scoring potential.
| Stream | Important Syllabus Topics |
|---|---|
| MBA | English Comprehension, Quantitative Ability, Data Interpretation, Logical Reasoning |
| MCA | Mathematics (Algebra, Probability, Calculus), OS, DBMS, Computer Networks, Logical Thinking |
| M.Sc Physics | Electricity & Magnetism, Modern Physics, Mathematical Methods |
| M.Sc Chemistry | Physical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry (UG Level) |
| M.Com | Micro & Macro Economics, Financial Accounting, Business Statistics |
Candidates should always refer to the official NTA syllabus PDFs for the most accurate and updated chapter-wise details.
The CUET PG syllabus is based on undergraduate-level topics. Questions test conceptual clarity and subject understanding. Postgraduate-level content is not included.
Yes, the general aptitude section has been removed for most subjects. The exam now consists of 75 domain-specific questions. MBA and LLB papers still include aptitude components.
Each CUET PG paper contains 75 questions. All questions are multiple choice type. The total marks are 300.
Yes, MBA and LLB papers fall under the Common (COQP) category. They include aptitude, reasoning, and comprehension. Other subjects are purely domain-based.
The official syllabus PDFs are available on the NTA CUET PG portal. Each subject has a separate downloadable file. Candidates should rely only on official sources.
Yes, the CUET PG syllabus is common across all participating universities. Admission cutoffs may differ by institution. The exam content remains the same nationwide.
Candidates should start with high-weightage topics. Understanding concepts is more important than memorization. Regular practice of MCQs improves performance.