FAQs about Admission in Delhi University (DU)

Some of the frequently asked questions about admissions at Delhi University have been answered below:

FAQs

Can I apply to all the colleges of my choice by filling up the common admission form?
Yes, you can. Common Admission form is good enough for applying to all DU affiliated colleges except St Stephen’s and Jesus and Mary College.

Do I need to apply in a different form for CATE (Common Aptitude Test for English)?
Yes, for admission to all programs where admission is through entrance exam, you have to apply separately.

For securing admission through sports or the extra-curricular quota do we need to fill a separate form?
A. For getting admission through sports or extra-curricular quota, students should fill the separate form of the college in which they like to take admission through the quota.

Is there any age bar for applying to DU affiliated colleges?
Age is no bar for applying to DU programs. All applicants are treated at the same level and admission is purely based on merit.

Are marks deducted from students coming from a different board other than CBSE?
DU does not deduct marks from students coming from boards other than CBSE.

When can I apply for hostel accommodation?
You have to apply in a separate form of the college for hostel accommodation. However, you must note that, a college seat will not guarantee a seat in the hostel.

Where can I procure my CATE form?
CATE forms will be available in all colleges that are part of the test.

What are the eligibility criteria for CATE?
If you have secured 60% in aggregate and at least 60% in English, you will be eligible to apply for CATE.

For securing admission through sports or the extra-curricular quota do we need to fill a separate form?
A. For getting admission through sports or extra-curricular quota, students should fill the separate form of the college in which they like to take admission through the quota.

What are the documents that I need to attach with my application?
You do not have to attach any documents with your application form. Original certificates and marksheets will be verifies only at the time of admission.

Does any college of DU conduct entrance test for the biotechnology course?
A. Yes, Venkateswara College offers B.Sc. in biotechnology and it conducts entrance test for admitting students.

Which colleges in DU offer microbiology?
A. The colleges in DU which offer courses in microbiology are Gargi College, Institute of Home Economics, Swami Shraddhanand College and Ram Lal Anand College.

Do I have to go for trials in all colleges for applying through the sports quota?
No. Starting this year, DU is centralizing the trial procedure of students seeking admission through sports quota.

What is the pattern for CATE?
There are two parts to the test: objective and subjective. The test carries a weightage of 70% while class 12 marks are given 30% weightage.

Which are the subjects that I should include in the best of four?
The best of four subjects should include one language and three relevant subjects. For example if you are applying for Zoology or Botany (H) you need to have Biology in class 12 and tow other relevant subjects, besides a language.

What is the criteria for distribution of marks for admission under sports quota?
Please check the following link for distribution of marks for admission under sports quota.     
Admission through Sports Quota

What all certificates are required for taking admission through the sports quota?
A. One should have the certificates for his/her performance at the zonal, state, national, international level. The candidate must have also a won a position to secure admission under this category.

Is horse-riding a part of sports quota?
A. No, horse riding is not considered by any of the DU Colleges under sports quota.

Does DU provide reservation for Delhi students?
A. No. DU is a central university so it does not give reservation to Delhi students, but 2 to 5% reservation is given by some colleges to girls so that they are encouraged to take admission in the co-ed colleges.

Can we include two languages in the best of four?
A. No you can take only one language. And as the medium of instructions in DU is mostly English, so if any other language other than English is included 2% are deducted.

Can a student pursue another degree course while pursuing a degree at DU?
A. No, a student can't pursue another full time degree course while doing BA from the university. But a student can do an add-on course or a part time course.

Does DU provide a course in biotechnology?
A. No. DU doesn't has any course at the bachelors level for biotechnology.