Delhi University UG Admissions 2026: Over 66,000 Students Accept Seats Within a Day of First CSAS List

The University of Delhi (DU) has recorded a strong response to its Undergraduate (UG) Admissions 2026, with more than 66,000 candidates accepting their allotted seats within 24 hours of the release of the first allocation list under the Common Seat Allocation System (CSAS).

According to admission data released by the university, 66,251 candidates had accepted their allotted seats by Friday following the publication of the first allocation list for the 2026-27 academic session.

Over 93,000 Seats Allocated in First Round

Delhi University released the first CSAS allocation list on July 16, offering seats to 93,033 candidates across 221 undergraduate programmes in 67 colleges.

The allocations were made against over 71,000 available UG seats, with the university allocating additional seats based on historical admission trends.

Among those allocated seats:

• 42,019 male candidates
• 51,014 female candidates

The university reported an overall allocation rate of 86.1% in the first round.

Admission Process So Far

The university shared the following admission figures:

• 2,18,284 candidates completed registration on the CSAS portal.
• 2,08,043 candidates completed Phase 2 by submitting programme and college preferences.
• 66,251 candidates accepted their allotted seats.
• 6,826 applications reached the "Approved by Principal" stage.
• 896 candidates completed admission by paying the required fees.

First Preference Allotments

Delhi University said 5,141 candidates secured admission in their first-choice programme and college during the initial allocation round.

The university considered over 1.59 crore unique programme-college preferences while preparing the first merit list.

Special Category Admissions

The first allocation round also included admissions under special categories.

Seat allotments included:

• 1,243 Single Girl Child candidates.
• 242 Orphan candidates, comprising:
  • 109 male applicants.
  • 133 female applicants.

These admissions were made under the university's applicable reservation and supernumerary provisions.

Important Dates for Candidates

Candidates allotted seats in the first round can accept their allocation until 11:59 pm on July 18.

After acceptance:

• Colleges will verify and approve applications.
• Candidates must pay the admission fee within the prescribed deadline.
• Students seeking a better preference can opt for the "Upgrade" option.

The second CSAS allocation list will be released on July 25.

Sports Quota Trials Announced

The Delhi University Sports Council has also released the schedule for Sports Supernumerary Quota admissions.

Trial Dates

July 29 – August 3, 2026

Sports trials will cover disciplines including:

• Archery
• Badminton
• Basketball
• Boxing
• Cricket
• Football
• Hockey
• Athletics
• Chess
• Kabaddi
• Wrestling
• Swimming
• Shooting
• Tennis
• Table Tennis
• Squash
• Weightlifting
• Fencing

Candidates must report 30 minutes before their scheduled trial with:

• Printed CSAS (UG) 2026 application form.
• Valid photo identity proof.
• Proper sports kit.

Parents and guardians will not be permitted inside the trial venues.

Academic Session Begins on July 28

Delhi University has announced that the new academic session for undergraduate courses will commence on July 28, 2026.

The university has advised students to regularly check the admission portal for updates regarding seat confirmations, fee payment and subsequent allocation rounds.

Key Highlights

• Over 66,000 students accepted DU UG seats within a day of the first CSAS allocation list.
• 93,033 candidates received seat allotments across 221 UG programmes in 67 colleges.
• Candidates can accept their allotted seats until July 18.
• The second allocation list will be released on July 25.
• Sports quota trials will be conducted from July 29 to August 3.
• The new academic session begins on July 28, 2026.

FAQs

How many students accepted DU UG seats after the first allocation list?

A total of 66,251 candidates accepted their allotted undergraduate seats within a day of the first CSAS allocation list.

How many seats were allotted in the first round?

Delhi University allotted seats to 93,033 candidates across 221 undergraduate programmes.

When is the last date to accept the first-round seat?

Candidates can accept their allotted seats until 11:59 pm on July 18, 2026.

When will the second DU CSAS allocation list be released?

The second allocation list is scheduled to be published on July 25, 2026.

When will Delhi University's new academic session begin?

The 2026-27 undergraduate academic session is scheduled to commence on July 28, 2026.