NEHU PG Admission 2026 Reopens for Vacant Seats; Apply by August 24
The North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU) has started accepting applications again for Postgraduate (PG) admissions in 2026. This opportunity is for the vacant seats available in Phase II and Phase III. You can apply through the official Samarth portal at nehucuet.samarth.edu.in/pg/. The last date to apply online is August 24, 2026. This extension was given according to the UGC Standard Operating Procedure and applies to all Central University vacancies in Shillong and Tura campuses.
Programmes Covered in the Vacant Seat Round
This reopened admission round includes various master's degree courses at NEHU. Eligible candidates can apply for academic, professional, and diploma programmes.
- Master of Arts (MA) in English, History, Sociology, Geography, and others
- Master of Science (MSc) in Chemistry, Biotechnology, and related fields
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Master of Commerce (MCom) and Master of Education (MEd)
- Master of Laws (LLM) and Master of Social Work (MSW)
- Master of Library and Information Science (MLibISc)
- Selected Postgraduate Diploma programmes
NEHU PG Admission 2026 Key Dates
| Event | Detail |
|---|---|
| Last date to apply online (Phase II and III) | August 24, 2026 |
| Application mode | Online only |
| Portal for CUET-based programmes | nehucuet.samarth.edu.in/pg/ |
| Portal for non-CUET programmes | nehuadm.samarth.edu.in |
| Helpdesk email | helpdesk@nehu.ac.in |
Who Can Apply?
For master's programmes, applicants must have a valid CUET PG 2026 scorecard. Those applying for MBA can use a valid MAT score instead. For selected PG diploma programmes, candidates can apply through the non-CUET portal. They also need to meet the subject-specific eligibility criteria set by the respective departments.
How to Apply for NEHU PG Admission 2026?
The application form is available online on the Samarth portal. Before starting the application process, candidates should prepare scanned documents, scorecards, and payment details.
- Go to nehucuet.samarth.edu.in/pg/ or the non-CUET link on nehu.ac.in.
- Register with a valid email and active mobile number.
- Fill in personal, academic, and CUET PG 2026 or MAT information.
- Upload required documents in the correct format and size.
- Pay the application fee and submit the form before August 24, 2026.
Action Plan for Candidates
- Check that your CUET PG 2026 or MAT score is still valid.
- Choose the department and campus you want to apply to.
- Keep certificates, category proof, and photo uploads ready in the required format and size.
- Complete the application and payment well before the August 24, 2026, deadline.
- Save the submission receipt for reference during future counselling sessions.