CUET PG History syllabus 2026, Know Important Topics, Official PDF

If you are preparing for the HAQP09, you must have a thorough comprehension of the CUET PG History syllabus 2026, which is consistent with what you learnt at your graduation. Students who have set their mind to pursue an MA in History from a prestigious university, then you should start your preparation in line with the latest CUET PG Syllabus and its exam pattern. Scroll down this page to get an idea of the sections and topics which is included in the CUET MA History Syllabus.

CUET PG HISTORY Syllabus 2026

The CUET Post-Graduate Admission Exam will take place in the month of March 2026. The National Testing Agency (NTA) will issue the CUET PG syllabus for each domain subject separately on the official website - exams.nta.ac.in. To be admitted to the MA History programme, students must select the MA History Subject code- (HUQP09)  on the CUET PG application form.

CUET PG History Syllabus is organised into four major parts discussing various events of Indian as well as European history.  There are 75 multiple-choice questions, all based on subject-specific knowledge.

To pass the exam, applicants must have a thorough understanding of the History syllabus and should review past years' question papers, which can provide significant information on chapter-specific weightage, topics covered, and question styles.

CUET MA HISTORY Syllabus Breakdown

The MA History Syllabus for the CUET PG 2026 is divided into four historical eras, such as

• Ancient History of India (10000 BC to 1206 AD)
• Early Medieval India (750 AD- 1206 AD)
• Early Medieval India (750 AD- 1206 AD)
• Medieval History of India (1206-1707 AD)
• Modern History of India (1707 to 1947)

Now, take a look at the topics and subtopics included in the sections of the CUET PG 2026 history syllabus.

Ancient History of India (10000 BC to 1206 AD)

• Stone Age (Palaeolithic, Mesolithic and Neolithic age), Chalcolithic Age Indus Valley Civilisation, Aryan & Vedic Age.
• State formation in Ancient India, Rise of Ancient Indian Empire (Haryank, Shishunag, Nanda Dynasty), Age of Religion (Buddhism & Jainism), Mauryan Age (Social, Political and Culture),
• Post - Mauryan Period (Indo-Greeks, Sakas, Kushanas, Western Kshatrapas),
• Early State and Society in South India (Kharavela, Satavahanas, Tamil States of the Sangam Age; Administration, Economy, Art and Architecture).
• Guptas, Vakatakas and Vardhanas (Administration, Society and Culture), Regional States during Gupta Era: The Kadambas, Pallavas, Chalukyas of Badami; Polity and Administration, Literature; growth of Vaishnava and Shaiva religions.
• Palas, Senas, Rashtrakutas, Paramours, Polity and Administration.

Early Medieval India (750 AD- 1206 AD)

• Major political developments in Northern India, the rise of Rajputs;
• The Cholas: Administration, Village Economy and Society;
• Indian Feudalism; Agrarian economy and urban settlements; Trade and Commerce

Medieval History of India (1206-1707 AD)

• Establishment of Delhi-Sultanate Rule (Mamulak, Khilji and Tughlaq dynasties), Administration of Delhi Sultanate (Military reform, Iqta system etc.),
• Art & Architecture Vijaynagar and Bahamani Kingdom (Rise, Social, Economic and Administration),
• Bhakti Movement, Sufi Movement; Culture: Persian literature,
• Establishment of Mughal Empire (Administration, Society, Political and Literature),
• Expansion of the Mughal Empire (Babar to Aurangzeb),
• Rise of Sur dynasty, Decline of Mughal Empire.

Modern History of India (1707 to 1947)

• Modern Historiography,
• Colonialism in India, British Raj & British Expansion in India, Imperialism, Social and Cultural Development, Structure of British Administration (all Acts)
• Economic impact in British Period (Settlement), Industrialization, Social and Religious Reform movement (Ram Mohan Rai, Swami Dayanand, Jyoiba Phule etc.),
• National movement in India, Mass Movement and British Rule,
• Indian National Congress Summit,
• Gandhian Movement, Constitutional Development, Struggle for Freedom.
• European History, French, England, American and Russian Revolution, World War First and Second.

CUET PG History (HUQP09) PDF Download

Candidates interested in taking the CUET PG History (HUQP09) can download the syllabus in PDF format from the official website, https://exams.nta.ac.in/CUET-PG/. Here's a direct link to the CUET PG History syllabus PDF:

Click here to download CUET PG History syllabus PDF

CUET PG History Exam Pattern

In addition to knowing the CUET PG History syllabus ahead of time, the exam pattern assists candidates in developing their CUET Preparation approach. Last year, the CUET paper pattern underwent majore changes, starting from question number, exam duration and so on. Below shows the CUET PG History test pattern:

• CUET PG History Question paper will exclusively include domain knowledge questions.
• There will be just 75 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) about the specific course for which the candidate has applied.
• The CUET PG examination is now held for 90minutes
• The total mark of the paper is 300.