Allahabad University (AU) PGAT I and PGAT II Admissions 2026 application process has started. Online registration for Postgraduate Admission Test (PGAT) 2026-27 began on 5 May 2026 and will continue until 25 May 2026.
University of Allahabad (AU) conducts PGAT for admission to various postgraduate courses for the academic session 2026-27. It is divided into PGAT-I (conventional PG courses) and PGAT-II (non-conventional PG courses). PGAT-I is available in both online and offline modes, while PGAT-II is online only.
Direct Link to Apply Allahabad University (AU) PGAT I and PGAT II Admissions 2026: Click Here
Direct Link to Get Allahabad University (AU) PGAT I and PGAT II Admissions 2026 Notification: Click Here
Important Dates 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Starts | 05 May 2026 (Tuesday) |
| Last Date of Registration | 25 May 2026 (Monday) |
Application Fee
| Category | PGAT-I | PGAT-II |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved / EWS / OBC | Rs. 1,000/- | Rs. 1,600/- |
| SC / ST / PwD | Rs. 500/- | Rs. 800/- |
Eligibility & Key Highlights
Candidates must check detailed eligibility in the PGAT-2026 Information Bulletin available on the university website. Minor changes have been made in eligibility and admission criteria this year.
Key Points:
- 15% SC, 7.5% ST, 27% OBC, 10% EWS reservations as per GoI norms.
- 5% PwD and 2% Sports quota (fitness test compulsory for Sports quota).
- NCC Weightage & Sports Quota not applicable for B.Ed., M.Ed., MBA & MBA(RD).
- M.Sc. Agriculture Botany renamed to M.Sc. Agricultural Microbiology.
- Foreign Nationals apply separately (no PGAT required).
Exam Pattern
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Marks | 300 |
| Number of Questions | 150 MCQs |
| Compulsory Section | 50 questions (General Awareness, English, Hindi, Logical Reasoning, Mental Ability) – except for LL.M., B.Ed., M.Ed., MBA/MBA(RD) |
| Negative Marking | No negative marking |
| Mode | PGAT-I: Online + Offline PGAT-II: Online only |
MBA/MBA(RD) candidates must take an additional departmental test.
How to Apply for AU PGAT 2026 (Step-by-Step)
- Visit the official registration portal: aupravesh2026.cbtexam.in
- Register and fill the application form carefully (subject codes cannot be changed later).
- Pay the required fee online.
- Download and print the confirmation page.
