Your roadmap to securing a seat in Delhi University through CUET UG/PG 2025
New Delhi, May 2025 — Delhi University has officially confirmed DU Entrance test that all UG and PG admissions for 2025-26 will be conducted through CUET, with no direct merit-based entries. This comprehensive guide breaks down the admission process, exam patterns, and preparation strategies for aspirants targeting India's most prestigious university.
DU Admission 2025: Key Highlights
| Category | UG Admissions | PG Admissions |
|---|---|---|
| Entrance Test | CUET UG | CUET PG |
| Application Window | March 1-22, 2025 | Jan 2-Feb 8, 2025 |
| Exam Dates | May 8-June 1, 2025 | March 13-31, 2025 |
| Result Declaration | June-July 2025 | April 2025 |
| Counselling System | DU CSAS (Common Seat Allocation) | Department-wise |
CUET UG 2025: Gateway to DU Undergraduate Programs
Exam Structure for DU Aspirants
| Section | Subjects | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IA (Language) | 13+ languages | 40/50 | 200 | 45 mins |
| II (Domain) | 27 subjects | 40/50 | 200 | 45 mins |
| III (General Test) | GK/Reasoning | 60 | 300 | 60 mins |
Scoring Pattern:
✔ +5 for correct answer
✖ -1 for wrong answer
➖ 0 for unattempted
Top DU Colleges Cutoff Trends (2024)
- SRCC (B.Com Hons): 99.3 percentile
- Hindu (Pol Science): 98.1 percentile
- Miranda House (English): 96.7 percentile
DU PG Admissions 2025 via CUET PG
Program-Specific Requirements
- MA/MSc: Domain-specific CUET PG paper + Language test
- LLB: 75 MCQs (English, GK, Legal Aptitude)
- MBA: CAT scores accepted (separate process)
2025 Important Dates:
- PG Counselling Starts: May 15, 2025
- Merit Lists: Department-wise rollout
DU Admission Timeline 2025
| Event | UG | PG |
|---|---|---|
| Application | March 1-22 | Jan 2-Feb 8 |
| Admit Card | May 1 | March 5 |
| Exams | May 8-June 1 | March 13-31 |
| Results | June-July | April |
| CSAS Counselling | July-Aug | - |
Pro Preparation Tips
- UG Focus Areas:
- Prioritize Domain Subjects (65% weightage)
- Practice DU-specific GK for General Test
- PG Strategy:
- Solve previous years' DU department question papers
- Join DU PG prep groups for subject-specific guidance
- CSAS Strategy:
- Fill 100+ college-course combinations
- Use "Float" option in early rounds
"DU cutoffs are 10-15% higher than other central universities. Aim for 95+ percentile for top colleges," advises Prof. Anjali Rao, DU admission committee member.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying without checking DU's subject-specific requirements
- Limited choice filling in CSAS (minimum 50 options recommended)
- Missing document verification deadlines
Need Help?
DU Admission Helpline:
📧 du.admissions2025@admin.du.ac.in
011-2700-6900
For CUET Queries:
NTA Helpline: 011-40759000
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