Rajiv Gandhi University Mandates CUET for All UG and PG Admissions

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Doimukh | January 20, 2026

Rajiv Gandhi University has implemented a complete shift to the Common University Entrance Test for admissions into undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across its campus and all affiliated colleges. The university will now rely entirely on CUET scores for these courses, marking the end of its separate entrance examination known as RGUCET. Programmes not covered under the national test will undergo a separate eligibility assessment conducted by the university itself. This policy change follows formal approvals secured through internal academic deliberations late last year.

Policy Overview

• Institution: Rajiv Gandhi University (Central University), Rono Hills, Doimukh, Arunachal Pradesh
• Policy: Full adoption of CUET (100%) for admissions to UG and PG programmes/courses
• Coverage: Applies to Rajiv Gandhi University and all its affiliated colleges
• Previous Mechanism Discontinued: RGUCET
• Exception: Programmes/courses not included under CUET will have university-conducted eligibility tests
• Decision Dates: Dean’s meeting on October 13, 2025; Academic Council approval on November 28, 2025
• Notification Date: December 24, 2025

Background and Approval Process

The transition stems from discussions initiated in a Dean’s meeting held on October 13, 2025. That gathering produced a recommendation to move entirely to CUET-based admissions. The proposal advanced to the Academic Council’s 53rd meeting on November 28, 2025, where it received formal endorsement under agenda item AC:53:15.

Following the council’s decision, administrative approval was granted, leading to the official notification released on December 24, 2025. The directive carries the Vice-Chancellor’s approval, confirming its immediate applicability for upcoming admission cycles.

This structural change eliminates the need for RGUCET, which previously served as the university’s independent entrance examination. By aligning fully with CUET for covered programmes, the institution streamlines its intake process to a single national platform.

Scope of the New Admission Policy

The mandate covers all undergraduate and postgraduate programmes offered at the main campus in Rono Hills as well as those available through affiliated colleges. Admissions to these courses will depend exclusively on CUET performance, with no parallel or supplementary university-specific entrance scores considered.

An explicit exception exists for programmes or courses falling outside the CUET framework. For these, the university retains authority to organise and administer its own eligibility tests. This provision ensures continued access to specialised offerings that remain beyond the national test’s current scope.

The policy applies uniformly across faculties, departments, and institutes under Rajiv Gandhi University’s jurisdiction. Affiliated colleges must also adhere to the same CUET-only requirement for their UG and PG intakes in aligned programmes.

Implications for Prospective Students

Applicants targeting seats in CUET-covered programmes at Rajiv Gandhi University or its affiliated institutions will participate solely through the national examination process. Scores obtained in CUET will determine eligibility and merit ranking for these courses.

For programmes not part of CUET, candidates will need to appear for the university-designed eligibility test. Details regarding scheduling, format, and registration for such tests will come from separate university announcements as required.

No transitional arrangements or dual-mode options have been specified, indicating that the CUET-only system takes effect comprehensively for applicable programmes.

Addressing Common Queries

Several practical questions emerge from this policy shift. The following clarifications draw directly from the notification:

• Will RGUCET continue in any form? No, the university has discontinued RGUCET entirely for admissions to programmes now handled through CUET.
• Does the change apply only to the main campus? No, the requirement extends to all affiliated colleges alongside the university’s own departments and institutes.
• What happens to courses outside CUET coverage? The university will conduct its own eligibility tests specifically for those programmes.
• When did the decision process begin? Discussions started with the Dean’s meeting on October 13, 2025, followed by Academic Council approval on November 28, 2025.
• Is this policy effective immediately? Yes, the notification issued on December 24, 2025, confirms its implementation with Vice-Chancellor’s approval.

Alignment with Academic Governance

Rajiv Gandhi University functions as a central university established by parliamentary act, managing a range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and specialised programmes across multiple faculties. The institution maintains direct oversight of its departments while extending affiliation to various colleges throughout Arunachal Pradesh.

Academic policy decisions follow established governance protocols, involving faculty deans, department heads, and the Academic Council. The recent move reflects outcomes from these structured deliberations, ensuring coordinated implementation across the university system.

By integrating fully with the national entrance framework for most programmes, the university adapts its admission mechanisms to broader standardised testing practices while preserving flexibility for niche offerings through internal assessments.

Prospective students and stakeholders can access complete details through official university channels, where the notification has been made available for reference.

Refer to the attached official document for more details –

https://new.rgu.ac.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/CUET-100-Notification-RGU_0001.pdf