Yes, you can apply for CUET PG 2026 even if you currently have backlogs in more than one semester or in multiple subjects, but your final admission will depend on clearing those backlogs within the time limit prescribed by the university you are applying to.

CUET PG is primarily an entrance test, and the application stage does not usually restrict candidates who have backlogs. As long as you are appearing in the final year of your undergraduate degree or have completed it, you are eligible to fill the CUET PG application form. The National Testing Agency (NTA), which conducts CUET PG, does not ask about active backlogs at the time of application or exam.

However, the important condition comes at the admission stage. Most universities participating in CUET PG clearly mention that candidates must produce a final degree/provisional certificate and mark sheets by a specified deadline (usually during counselling or before final admission). This means:

• You must clear all backlog papers and

• Complete your graduation successfully before the university’s cut-off date for document verification.

If you still have uncleared backlogs at the time of counselling or admission, the university has the right to cancel or withhold your admission, even if you have scored well in CUET PG.

There is no fixed rule on the number of backlog subjects at the CUET PG level; the decision depends on the individual university’s eligibility criteria. Some universities may allow provisional admission if results are awaited, while others strictly require zero backlogs at the time of admission.

In summary, you can apply for and appear in CUET PG 2026 without any issue, but to actually secure admission, you must ensure that all backlog papers are cleared before the admission deadline of the university you choose. It is strongly advised to check the specific eligibility conditions of your target universities once their admission notifications are released.