The counselling process for CUET PG 2026 has commenced following the announcement of results by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on April 24, 2026. This marks the next step for approximately five lakh aspirants seeking admission into postgraduate courses across participating universities.
Scorecard Portal Issues Persist
Despite the declaration of results, many candidates have been unable to download their scorecards due to persistent instability in the NTA website's login system. Students are advised to wait patiently until the portal stabilizes to access their scores.
University-Wise Counselling Registration
Each candidate must register separately on the website of their desired university, as the entire admission procedure for CUET PG 2026 will be handled individually by universities rather than by the central authority, the NTA. During registration, candidates must upload various documents, including academic certificates and identity proof, along with any other documents specified by the universities for merit preparation. After verification, universities will prepare merit lists and call candidates for further admission rounds.
Counselling Timeline and Portal Problems
Numerous students have reported difficulties with the NTA scorecard login portal, making it challenging to access the download option even after results were declared. Meanwhile, universities have started making counselling announcements, each setting its own timeline for admission registration and counselling rounds.
Steps After Counselling Registration
Students are advised to prepare all necessary documents, such as transcripts and proof of identity, to facilitate the counselling process during university-level verification. Universities will publish separate counselling guidelines, and candidates should regularly visit the admission portal for updates.
Admission Process at Participating Universities
Admissions into CUET PG 2026 courses will be conducted across 198 universities, including central, state, government, and private institutions. Candidates are urged to check university websites regularly for details about the counselling schedule, merit list, and document verification, as the NTA's role is limited to conducting the exam and declaring results. As the counselling process unfolds, students are focusing on university-level registration procedures while facing difficulties accessing CUET PG 2026 scorecards due to portal issues. The merit-based counselling process will continue, culminating in document verification and seat allotment to complete admissions through CUET PG 2026.
