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CUET UG 2027 — UNIVERSITY ADMISSION GUIDE
• DU uses CUET UG scores as the sole criterion for undergraduate admission (since 2022)
• Delhi University has 90+ colleges offering 70+ programmes across Humanities, Commerce, Science, and Professional streams
• DU admissions are conducted through CSAS (Common Seat Allocation System) portal
• Acceptance: All valid CUET scores for domain subjects relevant to the applied programme
Last Updated: April 2026
Delhi University (DU) is India’s most sought-after central university for undergraduate education, and since 2022, all DU admissions happen exclusively through CUET UG scores. If you are planning to study at one of DU’s 90+ colleges — from Miranda House to SRCC, from St. Stephens to Gargi — understanding how DU admission through CUET works is absolutely essential. This comprehensive guide covers DU’s CUET-based admission process 2027, college-wise cutoffs, programme eligibility, CSAS steps, and a complete strategy to maximise your chances of getting into your dream DU college. Also explore our CUET Mock Tests, CUET Syllabus, and coaching programmes to start your preparation today.
How DU Admission Through CUET 2027 Works — Step by Step
• Exam: CUET UG 2027 (conducted by NTA, typically May–June)
• Portal: CSAS — Common Seat Allocation System (du.ac.in)
• Total seats: ~70,000+ seats across 90+ colleges
• Reservation: 27% OBC, 15% SC, 7.5% ST, 10% EWS, 5% PwD (as per UGC norms)
• Fee: Nominal application fee through CSAS portal
Step 1: Appear in CUET UG 2027
Register for CUET UG 2027 at cuet.nta.nic.in. Choose your Language Test (English/Hindi/other), Domain Subjects (based on programmes you want), and General Test (for some programmes). Appear in the exam, typically conducted in May–June 2027.
Step 2: Register on DU CSAS Portal
After CUET results are declared, register on the DU CSAS portal using your CUET Application Number. Fill in your academic details, upload documents, and pay the CSAS registration fee. This step is mandatory even if you scored 100 percentile in CUET.
Step 3: Fill Programme and College Preferences
In CSAS, you can fill up to 50 programme-college combinations in order of preference. This is the most strategic step — rank your choices from dream college to safe options. You can change preferences before the allotment rounds close.
Step 4: Seat Allotment Rounds (3 Rounds)
DU typically conducts 3 allotment rounds. In each round, seats are allocated based on your CUET score, preferences, and category. You can choose to “Freeze” (accept) or “Float” (upgrade in next round) or “Slide” (change college in same programme).
Step 5: Admission and Document Verification
After accepting allotment, visit the college for physical/online document verification, pay fees, and confirm your admission within the stipulated deadline.
DU College-wise CUET Cutoffs 2027 — Programme Guide
– Miranda House (BA Hons): 185–195/200 for top programmes
– Lady Sri Ram College: 182–193/200 for Humanities
– SRCC (B.Com Hons): 190–198/200 (ultra-competitive)
– Hindu College: 180–192/200 for BA Hons courses
– St. Stephens College: 178–190/200 (interview-based for some)
– Ramjas College: 175–188/200
– Gargi College: 172–185/200
– Kirori Mal College: 170–183/200
– Deshbandhu College: 165–178/200
– Rajdhani College: 160–175/200
| Programme | CUET Domain Required | Top College | Expected Cutoff Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Com (Hons) | Mathematics / Accountancy / Business Studies | SRCC | 190–198 |
| BA (Hons) Economics | Economics / Mathematics | Miranda House / LSR | 185–195 |
| BA (Hons) English | English (Language + Domain) | Miranda House | 183–193 |
| BA (Hons) History | History | St. Stephens | 178–190 |
| BA (Hons) Political Science | Political Science | Hindu College | 180–192 |
| B.Sc (Hons) Mathematics | Mathematics + Physics/Chemistry | Hindu College | 185–195 |
| BA (Hons) Psychology | Psychology / General Test | Miranda House / LSR | 182–192 |
| BBA (Financial Investment Analysis) | Mathematics + General Test | SRCC / Shaheed Sukhdev | 185–195 |
CUET Preparation Strategy for DU Admissions 2027
To secure a seat in a top DU college through CUET 2027, you need a composite strategy covering both your Language Test score and your Domain Subject score. Here is a programme-specific strategy:
For B.Com (Hons) at SRCC or Top DU Commerce Colleges
You need outstanding scores in at least two of: Mathematics, Accountancy, Business Studies. SRCC typically requires 190+ in each domain subject. Focus equally on all three — Mathematics for calculation accuracy, Accountancy for NCERT-based rules, Business Studies for conceptual clarity. Practice 50 MCQs daily per subject from Class 11 and 12 NCERT.
For BA (Hons) Economics, English, Political Science, History
For Humanities programmes at DU, your Language Test score (English) combined with your domain score creates the composite CUET score. Most top humanities colleges require 185+ composite. Prioritise your domain subject thoroughly — for Economics, master Class 12 Macroeconomics (National Income, Money and Banking, Balance of Payments) and Class 11 Statistics for Economics.
S — SRCC (Commerce Crown)
M — Miranda House (Humanities Queen)
L — Lady Sri Ram (LSR — Humanities Excellence)
H — Hindu College (All-rounder Giant)
S — St. Stephens (Oldest and Prestigious)
Remember: “Smart Minds Lead Humanities Students”
• DU considers your BEST score from any CUET shift — so appearing in multiple shifts (if allowed) can be beneficial
• CSAS preference filling is strategic — don’t list only dream colleges; always add 3–4 realistic options as safety nets
• EWS, OBC, SC, ST students should check category-specific cutoffs — reserved category seats are substantial
• Some DU colleges (like St. Stephens) have additional interview rounds — check each college’s admission policy
• The FYUP (Four-Year Undergraduate Programme) offers exit options after 1, 2, or 3 years — understand the credit system
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Frequently Asked Questions — DU Admission Through CUET 2027
Q: Is CUET compulsory for all Delhi University programmes?
CUET UG is mandatory for admission to most UG programmes at Delhi University. However, some professional and technical programmes may have additional requirements. Always check the DU prospectus and individual college websites for the latest admission criteria for specific programmes.
Q: How many colleges and programmes can I apply for through CSAS?
Through the DU CSAS portal, you can fill up to 50 programme-college combinations. There is typically no limit on the number of colleges you can list, but strategic preference filling is important as allotment happens based on your ranked preferences.
Q: What happens if I don’t get my preferred DU college in the first round?
If you are not satisfied with Round 1 allotment, you can choose the “Float” option to retain your current seat while being considered for better options in Round 2. If a better option becomes available in Round 2, your seat automatically upgrades. You can also choose “Slide” to change college within the same programme.
Q: Does DU consider Class 12 board marks at all?
Since 2022, Delhi University has moved to 100% CUET-based admissions and Class 12 marks are NOT used for calculating cutoffs. However, you must meet the minimum eligibility criteria (usually 45–50% in Class 12) to apply for specific programmes.
Source: CUET Gurukul Research Team — April 2026
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