CUET-PG application process for 2026-27 has begun, says Central University V-C
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Why in news
The Vice-Chancellor of the Central University of Karnataka announced the commencement of the CUET-PG application process for the 2026-27 academic year.
Background
The National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct the CUET-PG in Computer-Based Test mode. Applications and fee payments are open until January 14, 2026, with the examination scheduled for March 2026.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyNTA: National Testing Agency is the body responsible for conducting the CUET-PG examination.
- FactCUET-PG application and fee payment deadline: January 14, 2026.
- FactCUET-PG examination month: March 2026.
- FactMode of examination: Computer-Based Test (CBT).
For Mains
Q. Discuss the role of a unified entrance examination system in ensuring transparency and equity in postgraduate admissions across Indian Central Universities.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Standardization: Uniformity in assessment criteria across diverse academic disciplines
- Accessibility: Impact of computer-based testing on rural and infrastructure-starved regions
- Meritocracy: Balancing centralized testing with institutional autonomy in selection processes
Keywords: Standardization · Meritocracy · Educational Equity · Centralized Testing · Transparency
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