University of Delhi Undergraduate Admissions 2026-27 – Common Seat Allocation System (CSAS)

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Organization: University of Delhi
State: All India
Academic Session: 2026-27
Application Mode: Online only (ugadmission.uod.ac.in)

Admissions to undergraduate programmes at the University of Delhi for 2026-27 will be conducted entirely through the Common Seat Allocation System (CSAS-UG 2026) based on CUET(UG)-2026 scores. All candidates must apply online through the official portal, upload required documents, and fill preferences for programmes and colleges. A critical requirement: candidates must have appeared in CUET(UG)-2026 in the exact subjects they studied in Class XII, and name, date of birth, and category details auto-integrated from the CUET portal cannot be changed.

Important Information

Admission BasisCUET(UG)-2026 scores and programme-specific eligibility
Application Platformugadmission.uod.ac.in
Admission Websiteadmission.uod.ac.in
EligibilityClass XII pass from single recognized board; appeared in CUET(UG)-2026
Total UG Programmes73 programmes across 69 colleges
ReservationSC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/Minority/PwBD/CW/KM/ECA/Sports quotas as per norms

Application Fee

UR/OBC-NCL/EWS₹250.00 (non-refundable)
SC/ST/PwBD₹100.00 (non-refundable)
ECA Supernumerary Quota (additional per quota)₹100.00 (non-refundable)
Sports Supernumerary Quota (additional per quota)₹100.00 (non-refundable)
Bachelor of Fine Arts / B.A. (Hons.) Music / B.Sc. (PE, HE&S) (additional per programme)₹400.00 (non-refundable)
Mid-Entry Fee₹1000.00 (non-refundable)
Withdrawal Fee₹1000.00 (non-refundable)

CSAS(UG)-2026 Phases

Phase IApplying to University of Delhi – fill application form, upload documents, pay fee
Phase IIFilling Preference for Programmes and Colleges – map subjects, select and order preferences
Phase IIIAllocation-cum-Admission Process – seat allocation, acceptance, college approval, fee payment

How to Apply

  1. Register with CUET(UG)-2026 Application Number and Date of Birth on the CSAS(UG)-2026 portal
  2. Enter OTP received on registered email/mobile for successful registration
  3. Log in to dashboard and fill personal section with details matching certificates
  4. Enter Class X and Class XII marks for all subjects studied
  5. Upload required documents (Class X certificate, Class XII marksheet, caste/category certificates if applicable, sports/ECA certificates if applying for supernumerary quota)
  6. Preview application form and make corrections if needed
  7. Pay CSAS(UG)-2026 application fee through Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI
  8. Submit application form – no edits allowed after submission
  9. After CUET(UG)-2026 results, map Class XII subjects with CUET test papers in Phase II
  10. Select and order programme and college preferences – save regularly
  11. Preferences lock automatically at Phase II deadline
  12. Wait for allocation results and accept allocated seat within stipulated time
  13. College will verify eligibility and documents online
  14. Respond to any college queries within stipulated time
  15. Pay admission fee after college approval
  16. Attend physical verification of original documents at college

Allocation Rules

Merit BasisProgramme-Specific CUET(UG)-2026 score
Category ConsiderationUR/OBC-NCL/SC/ST/EWS/Minority seats allocated separately
Highest PreferenceCandidate allocated highest possible preference based on merit, category, seat availability
UR Merit ListIncludes all candidates in order of merit, including SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/Minority/PwBD candidates
ST/SC InterchangeabilityIf ST seats exhaust, remaining allocated to SC candidates and vice versa
Supernumerary SeatsECA and Sports supernumerary seats not converted to other categories; University not bound to fill all supernumerary seats

Tie-Breaking Rules

Best 3 SubjectsHigher aggregate percentage in best 3 subjects of Class XII
Best 4 SubjectsHigher aggregate percentage in best 4 subjects of Class XII
Best 5 SubjectsHigher aggregate percentage in best 5 subjects of Class XII
Date of BirthEarlier date of birth (as per Class X certificate)
Class X AggregateHigher aggregate percentage in Class X

Upgrade and Freeze

Upgrade OptionAdmitted candidates (except those with first preference) can opt to be considered for higher preferences in subsequent rounds
Freeze OptionAdmitted candidates can freeze admission to stop further upgradation
No Upgrade for First PreferenceCandidates allocated first preference cannot opt for upgrade
Upgrade ConditionsSubject to merit, preference order, and seat availability; differential fee payable if upgraded seat costs more

Important Dates

Phase I Application WindowAnnounced on admission website
Phase II Preference FillingAnnounced after CUET(UG)-2026 result declaration
Simulated RanksDeclared before first allocation round
Allocation RoundsMultiple rounds based on seat availability
Spot AdmissionAfter regular rounds if seats remain vacant
Physical VerificationMandatory at college after allocation

Documents Required at Application

Class X CertificateOriginal showing date of birth and parents' names
Class XII MarksheetIn candidate's name matching CUET(UG)-2026 form
Category CertificatesSC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/Minority/CW/KM/PwBD (if applicable)
OBC-NCL CertificateMust show caste in NCBC Central List; income certificate issued after 31 March 2026
EWS CertificateIncome certificate issued after 31 March 2026
Sports CertificatesUp to 3 merit/participation certificates issued between 1 May 2023 – 30 April 2026
ECA CertificatesUp to 5 best certificates per category issued between 1 May 2023 – 30 April 2026
Disability CertificateIssued after 1 June 2021 as per Gazette Notification 1736(E) dated 5 May 2021; earlier certificates per existing rules
Educational Concession Certificate (CW)With Priority clearly mentioned
Kashmiri Migrant CertificateFrom Divisional Commissioner/Relief Commissioner
Orphan CertificateFrom Govt. recognized orphanage or death certificate of both parents
Single Girl Child AffidavitAttested by District Magistrate or equivalent authority
Employment Certificate (Ward Quota)From employer showing parent's employment status
Medical Fitness Certificate (B.Sc. PE, HE&S)From registered medical practitioner
Music Training Certificate (B.A. Hons. Music)From recognized institute if music not studied in Class XII

Admission Fee Payment

Payment GatewayICICI Eazypay through CSAS(UG)-2026 dashboard only
Payment ModesNet Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI
Virtual WalletCreated after successful fee payment; used for upgradation
Differential FeePayable if upgraded seat costs more than original allocation
Refund PolicyAdmission fee refundable on withdrawal as per UoD notification dated 1 June 2026; CSAS application fee, Mid-Entry fee, Withdrawal fee non-refundable

Supernumerary Quotas

ECA Quota14 categories (Creative Writing, Dance, Debate, Digital Media, Fine Arts, Music Vocal, Music Instrumental Indian, Music Instrumental Western, Theatre, Quiz, Divinity, NCC, NSS, Yoga)
Sports QuotaTeam games, dual & combat sports, individual sports as per approved list
PwBD Quota5% of sanctioned seats per programme
CW Quota5% of seats programme-wise (Children/Widows of Armed Forces personnel)
Kashmiri MigrantsUp to 5% programme-wise
Orphan Quota2 seats (1 male, 1 female) per programme
Single Girl Child1 seat per programme
UoD Ward QuotaFor wards of University and college employees

Performance-Based Programmes

B.A. (Hons.) Music50% CUET(UG)-2026 score + 50% audition marks; candidates without music in Class XII must submit 3-year training certificate
B.Sc. (PE, HE&S)50% CUET(UG)-2026 score + 30% sports achievement + 20% fitness test; medical fitness certificate mandatory
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA)50% CUET(UG)-2026 score + 50% practical test; 6 specializations offered

Minority Colleges

Christian MinorityJesus and Mary College (W), St. Stephen's College
Sikh MinorityMata Sundri College (W), Sri Guru Gobind Singh College of Commerce, Sri Guru Nanak Dev Khalsa College, Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Khalsa College
Reservation50% UR seats, 50% minority seats per college

Grievance Redressal

College CommitteeFirst point of contact for admission grievances
Central CommitteeFor unresolved grievances from college level
ECA/Sports CommitteesSeparate committees for ECA and Sports quota grievances
PwBD CellEqual Opportunity Cell, Tutorial Building, Faculty of Arts, Delhi 110 007; phone 011-27662602

Key Warnings

Fake DocumentsSubmission of fake/fabricated documents leads to debarment and legal action; degree revoked if found after completion
Ineligibility CancellationAdmission cancelled ipso facto if eligibility not met at any stage; no refund
Non-ComplianceFailure to accept seat, pay fees, respond to queries, or submit documents within stipulated time leads to cancellation
Login CredentialsCannot be changed; keep strictly confidential
No Offline RequestsAll requests (corrections, withdrawals, upgrades) only through online portal; post/fax/email/WhatsApp requests not entertained
Physical Verification MandatoryOriginal documents must be verified at college; inadequate documents lead to cancellation

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible to applyCandidates who have passed Class XII from single recognized board and appeared in CUET(UG)-2026
Can I change auto-integrated detailsNo; name, DOB, category, CUET scores auto-integrated from NTA portal cannot be changed
What if I don't appear in required CUET subjectsYou will not be eligible for programmes requiring those subjects
Can I apply offlineNo; only online application through ugadmission.uod.ac.in accepted
Can I edit form after submissionNo; form cannot be edited once successfully submitted
What if I miss the application deadlineMid-Entry option available with ₹1000 fee; not available for ECA, Sports, CW, performance-based, or practical-based programmes
How many preferences can I fillAs many as you wish, subject to programme-specific eligibility
Can I change preferences after Phase II closesNo; preferences lock automatically and cannot be changed
What happens if I don't accept allocated seatTreated as decline; you cannot participate in subsequent regular allocation rounds
Can I upgrade after freezingNo; freeze option is permanent; no further upgradation allowed
What is the refund policyAdmission fee refundable on withdrawal per UoD notification; application fee, Mid-Entry fee, Withdrawal fee non-refundable
When is physical verificationAfter allocation and fee payment; mandatory at college
What if my documents don't matchMismatch in names, dates, or details may lead to rejection or cancellation
Can I withdraw after admissionYes, through online portal with ₹1000 non-refundable withdrawal fee; forfeits further participation

Frequently Asked Questions

Which organisation is conducting this?
University of Delhi
What is the application fee?
UR/OBC-NCL/EWS: ₹250.00 (non-refundable). SC/ST/PwBD: ₹100.00 (non-refundable). ECA Supernumerary Quota (additional per quota): ₹100.00 (non-refundable). Sports Supernumerary Quota (additional per quota): ₹100.00 (non-refundable). Bachelor of Fine Arts / B.A. (Hons.) Music / B.Sc. (PE, HE&S) (additional per programme): ₹400.00 (non-refundable). Mid-Entry Fee: ₹1000.00 (non-refundable). Withdrawal Fee: ₹1000.00 (non-refundable).
What are the important dates?
Phase I Application Window: Announced on admission website. Phase II Preference Filling: Announced after CUET(UG)-2026 result declaration. Simulated Ranks: Declared before first allocation round. Allocation Rounds: Multiple rounds based on seat availability. Spot Admission: After regular rounds if seats remain vacant. Physical Verification: Mandatory at college after allocation.

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