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DU Colleges Launch Pre-Admission Outreach Programmes Ahead of UG Admissions

By DU Beat July 3, 2026

Ahead of DU UG Admissions 2026, colleges including LSR and Hansraj have launched pre-admission initiatives to help aspirants understand courses, campus life, and the admissions process.

As undergraduate admissions for the 2026-27 academic session approach, several Delhi University colleges, including Lady Shri Ram College for Women (LSR) and Hansraj College, have begun organising pre-admission outreach programmes to support prospective applicants ahead of admissions.

LSR has announced an online pre-admission counselling session scheduled for July 8, 2026, to be held via Zoom. The session is open to prospective applicants and aims to address queries regarding admissions, academic programmes, and student life. Interested candidates can register through the Google Form available on the college website to receive the Zoom link before the session.

Hansraj College has also launched its ‘Campus Connect’ programme ahead of admissions. Unlike LSR’s virtual session, the initiative invites aspirants to visit the campus, interact with the Principal and faculty members, participate in a live question-and-answer session, and take a guided tour of the campus. Separate sessions have been scheduled for July 6 for Arts and Commerce applicants and July 7 for Science applicants. The college publicised the initiative through its official X account, sharing programme details and registration information with prospective applicants. According to the college, the initiative aims to provide prospective students with first-hand exposure to academics, campus facilities, and student life before they submit their applications.

These initiatives come as thousands of students participate in Delhi University’s Common Seat Allocation System (CSAS-UG) for undergraduate admissions. With preference filling currently underway, colleges appear to be placing greater emphasis on engaging directly with prospective students and helping them make informed choices about their applications.

The emergence of such programmes reflects a broader effort by colleges to improve accessibility, enhance transparency, and give applicants a clearer understanding of academic opportunities and campus life as the admission process progresses.

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Delhi University Releases Academic Calendar for 2026–27

By DU Beat July 2, 2026

The University of Delhi has notified the academic calendar for the 2026–27 session, outlining key dates for classes, examinations, and vacations for all undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.

The University of Delhi released the academic calendar for the 2026–27 session on 2nd July 2026, via an official notification issued by the Registrar. The calendar, applicable to all undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, specifies dates for both odd and even semesters across the academic year. The calendar comes amidst 82,900 registrations for undergraduate admissions in Phase 1 of CSAS.

According to the notification, classes for odd semesters, I, III, V, and VII, are scheduled to commence on Tuesday, 28th July 2026. This marks a slightly earlier start to the odd semester compared to the 2025–26 academic session, in which classes commenced on 1st August 2025.

An autumn vacation has been designated from 18th to 25th October 2026, with classes resuming on 26th October 2026. Dispersal of classes is scheduled from 20th November 2026, also marking the commencement of preparation leave and practical examinations. Theory examinations for the odd semester are scheduled to begin on 4th December 2026.

For even semesters, II, IV, VI, and VIII, classes are scheduled to begin on 1st January 2027, after a winter vacation lasting from 25th to 31st December 2026.

A mid-semester vacation has been scheduled from 21st to 28th March 2027, with classes resuming on 29th March 2027. Dispersal of classes and commencement of preparation leave and practical examinations are scheduled for 30th April 2027, with theory examinations commencing on 13th May 2027. The academic year is set to conclude with a summer vacation running from 3rd June to 20th July 2027.

The notification additionally states that the summer vacation, which is currently in effect under the 2025-26 academic calendar, originally notified to end on 20th July 2026, may be extended to 27th July 2026, in order to accommodate the commencement of the new academic session.

The calendar has been issued for necessary compliance by all concerned. Copies of the notification have been sent to the Dean of Students’ Welfare, the Controller of Examinations, and college heads and principals, among others.

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AUD Opens 2026–27 Admissions with New Programme Offerings

By DU Beat July 2, 2026

Dr B.R. Ambedkar University Delhi (AUD) has commenced undergraduate admissions for the 2026–27 academic session, offering 1,194 seats across 23 undergraduate programmes through CUET-UG 2026. The University has also introduced new undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in line with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, expanding its academic offerings.

Dr B.R. Ambedkar University Delhi (AUD) commenced undergraduate admissions for the 2026–27 academic session on July 2, alongside a significant expansion of its academic offerings. The University is offering admissions to 23 undergraduate programmes across the social sciences and humanities, with a total intake of 1,194 seats.

Admissions will be based on CUET-UG 2026 scores for both three-year and four-year undergraduate programmes offered under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. Applicants must register through the University’s CUET (UG) admission portal and carefully review the programme-wise eligibility criteria, reservation policy, fee structure, and admission schedule before submitting their applications.

The University has advised candidates to regularly check its official website for the latest updates and complete the application process well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.

According to the admission brochure, 85% of the seats are reserved for candidates from the National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi, while the remaining 15% are open to applicants from outside the NCT.

Reservation and seat distribution of the university as mentioned in AUD’s admission brochure for 2026-27

Source: https://aud.delhi.gov.in/sites/default/files/inline-files/admission_brochure_2026-27.pdf

The 2026–27 academic session will also see the introduction of several new undergraduate and postgraduate programmes as part of the University’s implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. New offerings include a BA in Museology, Culture and Heritage Management, BA in Visual Arts, and MA in Creative Writing, among others. The University has also restructured its BSc in Mathematics programme to include a minor in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence. In addition, one-year postgraduate programmes in multiple disciplines will be introduced under the Postgraduate Curriculum Framework (PGCF).

Established in 2008 by the Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi, Dr B.R. Ambedkar University Delhi (AUD) is a public university focused on teaching and research in the humanities and social sciences. The University has been awarded an ‘A’ grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC).

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DU UG Admissions 2026: More than 82,900 students register for 73 courses in the first phase of CSAS

By DU Beat July 1, 2026

Delhi University has received over 82,900 UG registrations for 73 undergraduate programmes through the CSAS portal.

The University of Delhi has received more than 82,940 registrations, as of Tuesday evening, for undergraduate admissions to the 2026-27 academic session through its Common Seat Allocation System (CSAS), officials said. The first phase of registrations opened on June 26 for candidates who appeared in CUET-UG 2026 and wish to seek admission to DU colleges.

Admissions to 73 undergraduate programmes and more than 100 BA programme combinations across 67 colleges will continue to be based on CUET-UG 2026 scores, subject to programme-specific eligibility criteria set by the university. Candidates are required to register on the CSAS portal using their CUET-UG 2026 application number. As part of a new initiative, key candidate details such as name, date of birth, photograph, and signature have been auto-integrated through the Government of India’s API Setu. Candidates applying under the General, OBC-NCL and EWS categories must pay a one-time registration fee of ₹250, while those from the SC, ST and PwBD categories are required to pay ₹100.

DU has also opened admissions under the Extracurricular Activities (ECA) quota, offering 1,370 seats across 14 categories. Leading colleges, including Miranda House, Hindu College, Lady Shri Ram College, Hansraj College, and Kirori Mal College, are offering seats under the ECA quota. As per the UG bulletin, admissions under the ECA and sports quotas will be based on 25% weightage to CUET scores and 75% weightage to certificates and trials.

The university aims to revise combinations for multiple BA programmes, alongside the ongoing registration process, said Dean of Admissions Haneet Gandhi. The revision will fix chronically low seat occupancy in courses such as Urdu, Arabic, Persian, Bengali, and Telugu by pairing them with subjects that draw stronger student interest.

According to Gandhi, the exercise is data-driven and based on an analysis of admission trends over the years.

“We are going to make some changes in the BA programme combinations, as some of the combinations will be revised. We have analysed the data and trends from the last few years. The decision is completely data-driven. The information will be released within this week, along with the start of the second phase,” she said.

Once the initial registration phase concludes, candidates will move into the second phase of CSAS, where they will submit preferences for programme and college combinations.

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Delhi University Announces CSAS PG Correction, Mid-Entry & Round 3 Schedule

By DU Beat June 30, 2026

Delhi University has released the detailed schedule for the next phase of the PG admissions process, including the correction window, mid-entry, and third-round admissions.

As part of its Postgraduate admission process, the University of Delhi has released the CSAS PG schedule for correction, mid-entry, and third-round admissions. The Delhi University CSAS PG admission registration process for the 2026–27 academic session officially began on May 16, 2026. The registration window closed on June 9, 2026.

The official notification states that the upgrade window will remain open from 10:00 AM on June 30 to 4:59 PM on July 1, allowing eligible candidates who have confirmed their admission in Round I or II to choose between the “Freeze” and “Upgrade” options.

As per the announcement, the mid-entry and correction window will be available from 10:00 AM on July 2 to 4:59 PM on July 4. Through the mid-entry provision, fresh candidates who either did not apply or could not complete their CSAS PG application will be able to participate by paying a non-refundable fee of Rs 1,000.

The correction window will allow already registered candidates to rectify any errors or update their eligibility information in the registration form.

The third round of CSAS PG seat allotment will be announced on July 6. This will also include Round I for the performance-based programmes (MFA, MA Music, B.P.Ed., and M.P.Ed.). Allocations under the CW, Sports, and Ward supernumerary quotas will be released on July 7.

The window to accept allotted seats will remain open until 4:59 PM on July 9. Departments and colleges will verify applications by July 10, while the last date for online fee payment is July 11. The university added that more rounds of seat allocation may be held if vacant seats remain.

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Delhi University begins postgraduate admissions for 2026-27 academic session

By DU Beat May 18, 2026

Delhi University has opened PG admissions for the 2026-27 academic session under NEP 2020. Read on to see eligibility, registration dates, application fees, and more.

The University of Delhi (DU) has officially announced the start of admissions for its postgraduate (PG) programmes for the academic session 2026-27. Under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, Delhi University will now offer two types of Master’s programmes:

Two-Year Master’s Degree Programme – The traditional route, open to students from any recognised university across India.
One-Year Master’s Degree Programme – A new, shorter route under NEP, available only to eligible Delhi University students.

The university has also confirmed that registrations are now open for Two-Year Master’s Degree Programmes, while a separate portal and schedule for One-Year Master’s Degree Programmes will be announced by the university in due course.

Students who are currently in the third year or fourth year of their undergraduate degree from any recognised university are eligible to apply for the Two-Year Master’s programme at Delhi University.

However, they must meet a few important conditions:

First, the candidate must have appeared in the CUET (PG) 2026 exam in the relevant subject papers. Second, the candidate must meet all programme-specific eligibility criteria as mentioned in the PG Bulletin of Information 2026. Finally, seat allocation will be done strictly through the Common Seat Allocation System (CSAS-PG) portal, based only on CUET (PG) 2026 scores.

The registration window for Two-Year PG programmes is now open.

Registration Portal: pgadmission.uod.ac.in
Registration Start Date: Saturday, May 16, 2026
Registration Last Date: 11:59 PM, Sunday, June 7, 2026

There is also a one-time, non-refundable CSAS (PG) 2026 application fee charged per programme:

SC/ST/PwBD candidates: Rs. 100 per programme
UR/OBC-NCL/EWS candidates: Rs. 250 per programme

Since the fee is per programme, students applying to multiple programmes will need to pay the fee for each one separately.

This year, Delhi University has introduced a new auto-integration feature for applicants. Using the DigiLocker and API Setu platform, the university will automatically extract key details of the candidates, including the candidate’s name, date of birth, gender, category, parents’ names, and CUET PG 2026 scores.

Delhi University recognises the efforts made by the NTA (National Testing Agency) for integrating student data into a national registry and sharing it securely with universities.

This step aims to improve data accuracy, reduce errors, strengthen data security, and support the broader Digital India vision of making government-to-citizen (G2C) services more accessible.

Delhi University has clarified that the One-Year Master’s Programme will be open only to specific DU students. To be eligible, a student must have completed or be completing either a Four-Year Bachelor’s Honours Degree with Research or Entrepreneurship, or A Four-Year Bachelor’s Degree with a Major in the relevant subject.

Along with these conditions, students must also meet any other eligibility requirements specified for their chosen programme.

The University of Delhi has advised all candidates to regularly visit the official admissions website at admission.uod.ac.in for updates on admission status, important schedules, and new announcements.

Given the two-portal system this year, one for the Two-Year Master’s Degree Programme, already live at pgadmission.uod.ac.in and one for the One-Year Master’s Degree Programme (coming soon), students are advised to check the website frequently and ensure they are applying on the correct portal for their chosen programme.

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CUET UG 2026 to Begin in May, Announces NTA

By DU Beat April 9, 2026

The NTA has announced that the CUET UG examination will commence in May. Additionally, provisions have been made for students facing mismatches in identity documents.

The Common University Entrance Test for Undergraduate programmes (CUET UG) 2026 exam is scheduled to be conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) from 11 May 2026 to 31 May 2026. Following this exam, admissions to undergraduate programmes at Delhi University are also expected to begin shortly after. CUET–UG 2026 application forms were available between 3 January and 4 February, with a correction window open from 23 February to 26 February.

As in the past four years, the University will carry out the admission process through its Common Seat Allocation System (CSAS) portal, which operates in multiple phases, the first one being student registration. Students’ admission largely depends on CUET results. Once the results are declared, students can apply for courses and colleges they prefer and are eligible for, based on subject mapping.

The Dean of Admissions, Haneet Gandhi, stated that the CSAS portal is likely to open around the third week of May, which is also when the CUET examination will take place. While the final details are still being worked out, the University aims to complete admissions promptly this time so that classes can begin at the earliest. Efforts will also be made to shorten the allocation periods, even if it requires adjusting each round by a day or two. Students have also been advised to choose those CUET subjects that they have studied in Class 12, as at least 50 per cent similarity is required for subject mapping, which is an essential part of the admission process.

In recent years, faculty members have raised concerns about delays in the admission process, following DU’s adoption of the CUET-based admission system and its impact on the academic calendar. To address this, the University is already working to make the CSAS portal more user-friendly by adding prompts and guidance to help students avoid mistakes during the application process.

In its latest notice dated 7 April, the NTA has also introduced a special verification window from 7 April to 10 April 2026, for candidates facing issues such as mismatched photographs or identity documents. Candidates facing such discrepancies are required to verify their identity by submitting a signed and attested certificate along with a recent photograph, having it attested by their school/college principal or a Gazetted Officer, and uploading it to the NTA website by 10 April.

The CUET, in its current form, was introduced in March 2022 for the academic year of 2022-23. Implemented by the NTA, it aimed to create a level playing field for admissions across all central universities (not just Delhi University), reducing the high cut-offs and over-reliance on board examination marks. It was a key reform under the NEP 2020, which also allowed students to appear for a single common entrance exam, instead of multiple university-specific exams. CUET is one of India’s largest entrance examinations, with more than 14 lakh applicants this year.

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Student from Ramanujan College Suspended, Admission of Two Others Cancelled

By DU Beat September 26, 2025

A male student from Ramanujan College is suspended for allegedly body-shaming two female students. Two first-year B.Comm students have their admissions cancelled as mutual violence escalates, and another fresher remains suspended for a year for his attack on a senior philosophy student.

Campus fights and verbal assaults are not unheard of, and unfortunately, it is not too often that colleges significantly reprimand these actions. However, Ramanujan College, on September 17th, issued a suspension order on a male student for allegedly body-shaming two female students, making derogatory remarks about their physical appearance. The issued suspension order stated that the student had performed these actions on September 16th. Being suspended for 88 days, he is prohibited from entering the college campus, let alone attending classes or participating in any college activities.

The student’s behaviour was stated as a “serious violation” of the code of conduct of Ramanujan College, and he will remain unable to step inside college premises until December 10th. While some argue that the 88 day suspension was too harsh, others believe that it was necessary for the institution to take a firm stand in order to inculcate the virtues of discipline, empathy and basic civic sense in the student body.

In addition to a case of verbal abuse and the issuing of a suspension order at Ramnujan College, a fight had broken out between two first-year B.Comm students. Both students involved are said to be injured. One of them was in possession of an iron rod. The college condemned the act and stated that possession of weapons of any sort is a serious threat to student safety. The admissions of both these students stand cancelled. Further, with another student from the Philosophy department being severely injured at the hands of a first-year student on September 12th, it can be expected that the college takes stricter measures to prevent any form of violence or assault on campus. The attacker has been given a year-long suspension and a fine of 10,000 rupees.

The college administration has warned that any attempt to violate the suspension will result in stricter penalties, including expulsion. It is hoped that new reforms and stricter enforcement of rules will place student safety as a matter of great priority, making the campus a safe space to learn and thrive.

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DU Admissions 2025: Open Mop-Up Round Proposed, New PhD Credit Structure Approved

By DU Beat September 14, 2025

Delhi University may soon conduct an Open Mop-Up Round to fill vacant UG seats with spot admissions at colleges. The EC has also approved new PhD credit rules from 2025, research spaces in colleges, and an honorary degree for Sri Lankan PM Harini Amarasuriya.

Delhi University (DU) is likely to introduce an ‘Open Mop-Up Round’ to fill vacant undergraduate (UG) seats across its colleges, with admissions being conducted physically at the college level. The idea was proposed by Vice-Chancellor Yogesh Singh during the Executive Council (EC) meeting on Friday.

The matter was raised during the meeting’s ‘zero hour,’ when members noted that several colleges still had unoccupied seats even after the Central Seat Allocation System had concluded. Singh suggested that direct spot admissions at colleges could help ensure that all available seats are utilized.

Addressing queries about the extracurricular activities (ECA) and sports quota, Singh clarified that the five percent reservation is applicable to colleges collectively. Institutions may apportion this quota in a 3:2 ratio between ECA and sports, depending on their facilities. The EC also authorized the Vice-Chancellor to formulate a uniform policy on the issue.

As DU prepares to implement the fourth year of its undergraduate programme under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, Singh directed all colleges to establish dedicated “research discussion rooms” for students as well as spaces for faculty.

The EC further approved new guidelines for PhD programmes, to be implemented from the 2025–26 academic session, ensuring uniformity across departments. The revised framework will require coursework within a 12–16 credit structure, including 4 credits in Research Methodology (or Advanced Research Methodology for trained candidates), 2 credits in Research Publication Ethics, 2 credits in Research Tools, and 4 credits in a Discipline-Specific Elective (DSE). Departments may also introduce an additional 4 credits through DSEs if needed. These courses must be of a higher level than postgraduate syllabi and will count towards faculty workload.

In another key development, the EC ratified the Academic Council’s recent decision to award an honorary doctorate to Sri Lankan Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya, a DU alumna. The degree will be conferred during a special convocation in mid-October, coinciding with her visit to India. Amarasuriya, who studied Sociology at Hindu College between 1991 and 1994 under a Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) scholarship, will become the first serving Sri Lankan Prime Minister to receive this honor from DU.

The EC also unanimously passed a resolution congratulating CP Radhakrishnan on assuming charge as the 15th Vice-President of India and, in that capacity, the Chancellor of the University of Delhi.

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NCWEB Issues Special Cut-Off List for 2025–26 Admissions

By DU Beat September 9, 2025

Delhi University’s NCWEB releases the special drive cut-off list for BA (Programme) and BCom admissions 2025–26.

The Non-Collegiate Women’s Education Board (NCWEB) of Delhi University has released the special drive cut-off list for BA (Programme) and BCom admissions for the academic session 2025–26. This special drive provides another opportunity to students who were eligible but could not secure admission in the earlier cut-off rounds.

According to the university, the online admission process began on September 9 at 10 AM and will remain open until 11:59 PM on September 10, 2025. Candidates still seeking admission can apply through the official portal.

The cut-off list is applicable for both BA (Programme) and BCom courses offered through various DU colleges under NCWEB. Students from categories including General, SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwD are eligible to apply based on the marks specified in the cut-off for each teaching centre.

According to an NCWEB official, more than 12,000 seats out of 15,200 have been filled, and many centres are now left without any seat available. However, many seats reserved for OBC and SC categories still remain vacant.

University officials have advised applicants to ensure that all details are entered correctly and that the required documents are uploaded while filling out the admission form. They also urged students to complete the process well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical difficulties.

NCWEB offers women students the option to pursue BA (Programme) and BCom degrees in a non-collegiate mode, with classes held at 26 designated teaching centres and affiliated colleges. The programme is specifically designed to provide flexibility for those women who are balancing higher education with other commitments, especially to give working women the chance to pursue a college degree with classes structured on weekends.

For further updates and detailed guidelines, candidates have been advised to visit the official Delhi University website and the admission portal.

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