Which is the best college under CUET? : Ultimate Ranking & Admission Guide
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03/05/2025
New Delhi, May 2025
With over 250+ universities accepting CUET scores, choosing the right college is critical. Based on NIRF rankings 2024, placement reports, and cut-off trends, here’s the definitive list of India’s best CUET-participating institutions.
Contents
Top 5 CUET Colleges: At a Glance
(For UG Programs – Arts, Science, Commerce)
| Rank | College | CUET Cut-off (2024) | Avg Package (2024) | Star Faculty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hindu College, DU | 98–100%ile | ₹8.5 LPA | 9.2/10 |
| 2 | St. Stephen’s, DU | 99%ile+ | ₹9.2 LPA | 9.5/10 |
| 3 | SRCC, DU | 99.5%ile (Commerce) | ₹12 LPA | 9.7/10 |
| 4 | Miranda House, DU | 97.5%ile+ | ₹7.8 LPA | 9.0/10 |
| 5 | LSR, DU | 97%ile+ | ₹7.5 LPA | 8.8/10 |
Source: DU Admission Portal 2024, NIRF Data
Stream-Wise Best CUET Colleges
| Stream | Top College | Alternate Options |
|---|---|---|
| Science | Hindu College | Miranda House, Kirori Mal |
| Commerce | SRCC | Hansraj, Ramjas |
| Arts | Lady Shri Ram (LSR) | St. Stephen’s, JNU |
| Law | Faculty of Law, DU | BHU, AMU |
Beyond DU: Top Central Universities via CUET
JNU (Delhi) – Social Sciences, Languages
- 2024 Cut-off: 92%ile+
BHU (Varanasi) – Multidisciplinary
- 2024 Cut-off: 85%ile+
Jamia Millia (Delhi) – Mass Comm, Engineering
- 2024 Cut-off: 80%ile+
AMU (Aligarh) – Science, Islamic Studies
- 2024 Cut-off: 75%ile+
(Pro Tip: Regional universities like Hyderabad University offer lower cut-offs for similar quality!)
Placement Highlights (2024)
- SRCC, DU: Highest package – ₹21 LPA (Deutsche Bank)
- Hindu College: 70% students placed in Fortune 500 firms
- JNU: Dominates in civil services/government roles
How to Choose?
For Placements: SRCC, Hindu, Stephen’s
For Research: JNU, BHU
For Affordability: AMU, Jamia
For Campus Life: Miranda House, LSR
FAQs
Q: Can I get DU colleges with 85%ile in CUET?
A: Unlikely for top colleges, but try Ramjas/Satyawati for BA programs.
Q: Is CUET mandatory for AMU/Jamia?
A: Yes, since 2023!
Q: Which college has the lowest CUET cut-off?
A: Non-DU colleges like MGSU (Bikaner) accept ~60%ile.
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