CUET Preparation Books 2026 – The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the notification for CUET PG 2026 (Common University Entrance Test – Postgraduate) . To crack this exam, choosing the right CUET preparation books along with understanding the exam pattern is essential.
Table Of Contents
CUET PG 2026 – Overview
Particular Details
Conducting Authority
National Testing Agency (NTA)
Exam Name
Common University Entrance Test (CUET) PG 2026
Exam Level
National Level
Exam Mode
Computer Based Test (CBT)
Courses
PG Admissions
Application Mode
Online
Important Dates – CUET PG 2026
Event Date
Notification Released
14/12/2025
Online Application Start
14/12/2025
Last Date to Apply
14/01/2026 (11:50 PM)
Fees Last Date
14/01/2026
Correction Window
18–20 January 2026
Exam Date
March 2026
Admit Card
Before Exam
Application Fee Details
Category Fee
General
₹1400/-
EWS / OBC
₹1200/-
SC / ST
₹1100/-
Third Gender
₹1100/-
PH (Divyang)
₹1000/-
Additional Test Fee
General
₹700/-
Other Categories
₹600/-
Payment Mode
Online Mode
Age Limit for CUET PG 2026
Criteria Details
Age Limit
No Age Limit
Eligibility
Graduation Passed / Appearing
Qualification Details
Exam Name Required Qualification
CUET PG 2026
Passed or Appearing Final Year Bachelor Degree from any Recognized University
CUET PG 2026 Exam Pattern
Particular Details
Exam Mode
Computer Based Test (CBT)
Duration
90 Minutes
Total Questions
75
Total Marks
300
Correct Answer
+4 Marks
Negative Marking
−1 Mark (1/4th)
Unattempted Question
0 Mark
⭐ Best CUET Preparation Books 2026 (Subject-Wise)
General CUET PG Preparation Books
Book Name Author / Publisher Useful For
CUET PG Entrance Exam Guide
Arihant Experts
All Subjects
CUET PG Previous Year Papers
Arihant / Oswaal
Exam Pattern & Practice
NTA CUET PG Solved Papers
Kiran Publication
Concept Clarity
CUET PG Mock Tests Book
Oswaal
Speed & Accuracy
CUET PG Subject-Wise Preparation Books English / Language Subjects
Book Name Author
Objective General English
S.P. Bakshi
Word Power Made Easy
Norman Lewis
English Grammar & Composition
Wren & Martin
General Knowledge / Reasoning
Book Name Author
Lucent General Knowledge
Lucent
Analytical Reasoning
M.K. Pandey
Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning
R.S. Aggarwal
Domain / Subject-Specific Books
Course Recommended Books
MA / MSc / MCom
Standard UG & PG level textbooks
Science Subjects
NCERT + Graduation Level Books
Commerce
Accounting & Economics UG Books
Arts / Humanities
Core Subject Degree Books
How to Choose the Best CUET Preparation Books?
Tip No. Recommendation
1
Prefer latest CUET PG 2026 edition books
2
Choose books with previous year questions
3
Avoid too many books – focus on 2–3 best
4
Combine books with mock tests
How to Apply Online for CUET PG 2026
Step Process
Step 1
Visit NTA official website
Step 2
Click on CUET PG 2026 Registration
Step 3
Complete registration
Step 4
Fill application form
Step 5
Upload documents
Step 6
Pay application fee
Step 7
Submit & download confirmation
Important Links – CUET PG 2026
⭐ FAQs – CUET Preparation Books
Q1. Which are the best CUET preparation books for PG? Arihant CUET PG Guide, Oswaal Question Banks, and previous year papers are the best.
Q2. Are NCERT books enough for CUET PG? NCERT helps in basics, but graduation-level books are mandatory.
Q3. Is negative marking there in CUET PG 2026? Yes, 1 mark is deducted for each wrong answer .
Q4. How many questions are asked in CUET PG? A total of 75 questions for 300 marks .
Q5. Is there any age limit for CUET PG? No, there is no age limit .
