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The Allahabad University PGAT 2026 Cut Off is the minimum score required to secure a seat in the University’s main campus or its constituent colleges. Based on early exam difficulty trends and the volume of applicants (estimated at 65,000+), the expected cut-off for popular courses like MA Political Science and MSc Botany is predicted to be 175+ for General category candidates. Results and subsequent cut-off lists are released in 4–6 rounds starting late June 2026.
AU PGAT 2026 Expected Cut-off (Subject-wise)
These projections are based on the 2025 Round 1 closing marks and the current session’s increased competition. Scores are out of a maximum of 300 marks.
| Programme Name | General (UR) | OBC (NCL) | EWS | SC | ST |
| MA Political Science | 215+ | 195+ | 200+ | 160+ | 120+ |
| MA English Literature | 175+ | 155+ | 160+ | 120+ | 90+ |
| MSc Zoology | 180+ | 165+ | 170+ | 145+ | 100+ |
| MSc Physics | 155+ | 145+ | 145+ | 115+ | 70+ |
| MCom (Commerce) | 155+ | 142+ | 148+ | 120+ | 75+ |
| LLB (3-Year) | 185+ | 170+ | 175+ | 150+ | 110+ |
| MA Ancient History | 135+ | 125+ | 125+ | 115+ | 65+ |
Pro-Teacher Tip: If your score is slightly below the Main Campus cut-off, do not lose hope. The Affiliated Colleges (CMP, ISDC, ADC) usually drop their cut-offs by 20–40 marks in the second and third rounds.
Historical Cutoff Trends (2023-2025)
Analyzing the “Closing Marks” for the General Category in Round 1 provides a clear picture of the rising competition at AU.
| Academic Year | MA English | MSc Chemistry | MCom | LLB |
| 2025 (Last Year) | 174 | 130 | 150 | 182 |
| 2024 | 168 | 125 | 144 | 176 |
| 2023 | 162 | 118 | 138 | 170 |
Total Seat Distribution: Campus vs. Affiliated Colleges
This is the most critical factor for your preference list. The Main Campus offers better research facilities, while Constituent Colleges often have more flexible attendance and localized environments.
| Institution Type | Key Colleges | Approx. Total PG Seats | Benefit |
| AU Main Campus | Arts, Science, Commerce Faculties | 4,500+ | Best Faculty & Library |
| CMP Degree College | Chaudhary Mahadeo Prasad | 2,200+ | High Placement in Law/Arts |
| ISDC | Ishwar Saran Degree College | 1,800+ | Modern Infrastructure |
| ADC | Allahabad Degree College | 1,500+ | Traditional Academic Rigor |
| SS Khanna | Girls’ Only College | 800+ | Secure Environment for Women |
Reserved Categories and PH Quota
- Vertical Reservation: SC (15%), ST (7.5%), OBC (27%), and EWS (10%) are strictly followed as per Central Government norms.
- Horizontal Reservation: 5% seats are reserved for Physically Handicapped (PH) candidates within each category.
- Ward Quota: Children of University employees (Teaching/Non-Teaching) get specific weightage and supernumerary seats.
The “Killer” Edge: Seat Matrix Strategy
Students often make the mistake of only applying to the Main Campus. In 2026, the competition is so fierce that you should use the following Admission Strategy:
- Score > 180: Prioritize Main Campus (All subjects).
- Score 150 – 170: Keep CMP or ISDC as your immediate second choice to secure a seat early.
- Score < 140: Focus on colleges like ADC or Arya Kanya (for girls), which often have seats available until the 5th round of counseling.
Interactive FAQ
The first cut-off list is expected in the first week of July 2026, following the result declaration in late June.
For most courses (PGAT-I), admission is solely based on the written test. Interviews/Group Discussions are only held for professional courses like MBA (MONIRBA) and certain IPS courses.
AU releases Cut-off Marks for categories. If your marks are equal to or above the published cut-off, you are eligible for that round of counseling.
These are students who did not have the subject in their final year of graduation but are eligible to switch streams (e.g., a B.Sc student applying for MA English). Their cut-offs are usually significantly higher.
Under the NEP 2020 expansion, there has been a marginal increase of 5-10% in seats for skill-based PG courses and professional diplomas.
AU PGAT
The Post Graduate Admission Test (PGAT) conducted by Allahabad University is a university-level common entrance exam. It aims to facilitate admissions into various postgraduate programs offered by the University Campus and Constituent Colleges of Allahabad University. These programs include MA, MPA, M.Sc, M.Com, LLM, B.Ed, MBA, M.Ed, M.P.Ed, M.Tech, and MFA.
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Allahabad University PGAT – An Overview
| Aspects | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of Exam | AU PGAT |
| PGAT Full Form | Post Graduate Admission Test |
| More Exams Of This Type | Common Entrance Exams |
| Scale Of This Exam | University Level |
| State or Region For Which This Exam Is Most Relevant | Uttar Pradesh (note – this does not indicate domicile requirement. it only refers to states or regions where score accepting colleges are situated) |
| Organization That Holds This Exam | Allahabad University |
| Allahabad University Full Form | University of Allahabad |
| Official Website | allduniv.ac.in |
| Programs or Courses Where Admission Is Through This Test | MA, MPA, M.Sc, M.Com, LLM, B.Ed, MBA, M.Ed, M.P.Ed, M.Tech, MFA |
| Colleges or Universities Where Admission Is Through This Test | University Campus and Constituent Colleges of Allahabad University |