CUET PG 2026 Correction Window Now Active: NTA Provides One-Time Edit Opportunity
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially commenced the application correction window for the Common University Entrance Test for Postgraduate programmes, widely known as CUET PG 2026. This crucial facility enables registered candidates to rectify specific details in their submitted online application forms, as formally announced through a recent public notice.
Important Dates and Examination Schedule
According to the official notification published on January 28, 2026, the correction window for CUET PG 2026 will remain accessible from January 28, 2026, at 10:00 A.M. until January 30, 2026, at 11:50 P.M. The NTA has emphasized that this facility is being extended only once to prevent unnecessary hardship to candidates, and no corrections will be accepted after this specified deadline under any circumstances.
Editable Versus Non-Editable Fields in Application
Candidates are permitted to make modifications only in selected fields, while several critical details remain permanently locked and non-editable. It is important to note that changes to editable fields may require payment of an additional fee, depending on the nature of the correction.
The following categories outline the correction provisions:
- Personal Details: Candidate name, father's name, mother's name, date of birth, gender, category, subcategory, or PwBD status
- Examination Preferences: Examination city selection, additional city preferences, test paper code, subject or course choices
- Identity Information: AADHAR updates for candidates who initially registered with other identity documents
Fields that cannot be edited include:
- Mobile number and email address
- Permanent and present address details
- Uploaded photograph and signature
Fee Structure and Payment Regulations
If any correction results in an increase to the application fee, the additional amount must be paid exclusively through online methods such as credit card, debit card, net banking, or UPI. The NTA has clarified that no refunds will be issued for reductions in the number of test papers selected. Once corrections are successfully submitted, the application form becomes permanently frozen for further changes.
Step-by-Step Guide for Online Corrections
- Visit the official CUET PG website and log in securely using your application credentials
- Access your submitted application form and thoroughly review all personal, academic, and examination details
- Edit only the permitted fields as clearly displayed on the correction portal interface
- Complete any required fee payment using the available online payment modes, if applicable
- Submit the corrected form and immediately download the confirmation page for your personal records and future reference
Additional Instructions and Candidate Guidelines
Candidates who successfully submitted their application and completed fee payment on or before December 19, 2025, are specifically allowed to update additional examination city preferences during this correction window. The NTA has further clarified that final examination city allotment remains subject to administrative considerations and availability. For any queries related to CUET PG 2026, candidates may contact the NTA helpdesk through the official phone number or email support channels.
CUET PG serves as a critical gateway examination conducted by the NTA on behalf of the Ministry of Education and the University Grants Commission for admission to postgraduate programmes across central universities and numerous participating institutions nationwide. All candidates are strongly advised to meticulously verify their application details within the allowed time limit, as no further correction opportunities will be provided after the closure of this window.
