CUET Marks Required for DU Admission 2026: Course-Wise Cutoff
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• Updated on 27 Mar, 2026, 4:43 PM, by Ishita Tanwar
Delhi University admission 2026 will be based on CUET scores. Expected cutoffs for top courses range above 700 marks. Category-wise qualifying scores may vary.
Admission to University of Delhi for the academic session 2026 will depend entirely on scores obtained in the Common University Entrance Test (CUET UG). With increasing competition, students are closely tracking the expected CUET marks required for DU admission. More than seventy undergraduate programmes are offered, and cutoffs vary based on course demand, college preference, and category.
CUET Marks Required for DU Admission 2026 (Course-Wise Cutoff)
The CUET cutoff for top DU courses is expected to remain high. A quick look at expected scores:
These scores reflect trends from previous years where high-demand courses recorded near-perfect percentiles.
Category-Wise CUET Cutoff for DU Admission 2026
Cutoffs differ across categories due to reservation policies. Expected minimum scores are listed below:
- General Category: 600+ marks
- OBC Category: 550+ marks
- SC/ST Category: 400+ marks
Actual cutoffs may change depending on the number of applicants, exam difficulty, and seat availability.
Minimum CUET Score for Top DU Colleges
Students aiming for leading colleges under University of Delhi must target higher scores.
- 750+ marks: Required for top colleges like Hindu College, SRCC, LSR
- 700+ marks: Suitable for mid-tier colleges like Ramjas, Miranda House
- 600+ marks: May secure admission in other DU colleges
Higher CUET scores improve chances of securing preferred courses and colleges.
How DU Admission Through CUET UG Works?
Admission to Delhi University is conducted through a centralised counselling process after CUET results.
Key steps include:
- CUET result declaration
- Registration on DU CSAS portal
- Course and college preference filling
- Merit list release and seat allotment
There is no fixed minimum CUET score, as admissions depend on cutoffs released in multiple rounds.
Key Factors Affecting DU CUET Cutoff 2026
Several factors influence the CUET cutoff for DU admission:
- Difficulty level of CUET exam
- Total number of applicants
- Course popularity
- Seat availability
- Candidate category
Students are advised to aim for higher scores and carefully select CUET subjects based on course eligibility.
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