Allahabad University PGAT 2026 Admit Card Released; Exams Begin June 15
The University of Allahabad has released the PGAT 2026 admit cards for candidates appearing in PGAT-I and PGAT-II examinations. Registered applicants can now download their hall tickets from the official website ahead of the examination schedule beginning on June 15.
Candidates must carry a printed admit card along with a valid photo ID to the examination center. Entry without the hall ticket will not be permitted.
Established in 1887, the University of Allahabad is one of India's oldest central universities and attracts thousands of postgraduate aspirants every year. PGAT serves as the entrance gateway for admission to various postgraduate programs offered by the university.
Key Changes Introduced This Year
Candidates applying under the Sports Quota must now clear a mandatory fitness test that includes:
- 50-metre sprint
- 1,000-metre run
- Standing broad jump
- Overhead ball throw
The university has also clarified that NCC weightage and Sports Quota benefits will not apply to B.Ed., M.Ed., MBA and MBA Rural Development programs.
PGAT 2026 Exam Pattern
The examination consists of 150 multiple-choice questions carrying a total of 300 marks.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Questions | 150 MCQs |
| Total Marks | 300 |
| Marks per Question | 2 |
| Negative Marking | No |
| Section 1 | General Awareness, English, Hindi, Logical Reasoning & Mental Ability |
| Section 2 | Subject-Specific Questions |
| Section 1 Exemption | LLM, B.Ed., M.Ed., MBA Candidates |
Since there is no negative marking, candidates are advised to attempt all questions.
PGAT 2026 Exam Schedule
| Date | Morning Shift (10:00 AM – 12:10 PM) | Afternoon Shift (2:30 PM – 4:40 PM) |
|---|---|---|
| June 15 | MSc Agriculture, MCA, M.Voc Media, MSc Material Science, MFA, MA Women's Studies, M.Ed. | MSc Food Technology, MDS, MA Gandhian Studies, MA Theatre & Film, B.Ed. |
| June 16 | MSc Biochemistry, MBA/MBA-RD, MSc Textile & Apparel | MSc Biotechnology, MA Mass Communication, MSc Environmental Science |
| June 17 | LLB (Hons.) 3-Year (Online & Offline) | LLM, MTech Earth System Science, MSc Applied Geology, MSc Food & Nutrition, M.P.Ed, MSc Bioinformatics |
| June 18 | PGAT-I (All Remaining Courses) | M.Com (Online & Offline) |
How to Download PGAT 2026 Admit Card
Candidates can download their admit card by following these steps:
- Visit the official Allahabad University website.
- Click on the PGAT 2026 Admit Card link.
- Log in using your registration credentials.
- Download the admit card PDF.
- Print a copy for exam day.
Documents Required
Candidates should carry:
- Printed PGAT 2026 Admit Card
- Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Passport, or other valid government-issued photo ID
Applicants are advised to reach their examination centers at least 30 minutes before the reporting time to avoid last-minute issues.
With the examination just days away, candidates should verify all details on their admit card and focus on final revisions before the PGAT 2026 examinations begin on June 15.