Delhi University- Your Full-on Details Manual

Delhi University is one of the largest universities in India. Ever since its inception in 1922, Delhi University (DU) has been a beacon of knowledge for the nation and an esteemed institution in tertiary education. It is a collegiate university that has 91 Colleges, 16 Faculties, 86 Departments, 20 Centres, and 03 Institutes.

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A collegiate university is a university whose functions are divided between the central administration and the colleges affiliated with it.

“From the king of Bollywood to the Shahinsha, Bollywood has received many notable figures from Delhi University”. From actors like Amitabh Bachhan, Shah Rukh Khan, and Manoj Bajpai to Directors like Prakash Jha, Vishal Bhardwaj, and Nandita Das, have not only added value to the film industry but their work has also won accolades for our country.

From Padma Shri award winners, Vice-Chancellors, and Teachers, to Nobel Laureate Amartya Sen and Aung San Suu Kyi, Delhi University has always produced great minds and persona. Delhi University has not only helped Indian students but has always welcomed foreign students. Notable foreign alumni of Delhi University include Binguwa Mutharika, President of Malawi. Muhammad Zia-ul-Haq, the sixth President of Pakistan; and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Aung San Suu Kyi, pro-democracy activist, and leader of the National League for Democracy in Myanmar.

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What all is covered in this post?

To make it easier for you, we have created a quick guide to everything you need to know about Delhi University.

Why DU is every student’s first and only choice?

Delhi University is one of the most desired universities in India and this fact is testified every year by the whooping average of 2.5 lakh+ applications, the university receives during the admission months. Another testimonial of why DU is the most desired college is the high cut-off scores for graduate courses. The cut-off score for the commerce Honors course in some top DU colleges goes as high as 99.5%.

With 1^st and 2^nd top colleges of Commerce, number 1 college of Arts and Science, and the 2^nd best college for engineering, Delhi University has earned the right of being called the best university in the country. And as per QS ranking, the most trusted ranking system for universities has placed Delhi University at 81^st rank in Asia. The University of Delhi is ranked 39th amongst the universities in BRICs nation and 441^st worldwide.

It has a huge campus divided into two campuses, i.e., the North Campus and the South campus. There are several off-campus colleges too. The natural beauty and buildings of historical significance make the student’s life exciting.

DU takes extracurriculars very seriously. There are 100s of student societies for almost any skill you can think of. Both campuses have several auditoriums to provide a platform for the students to exhibit their skills.

Delhi University courses and fees

Delhi University offers undergraduate, postgraduate, M Phil, Ph.D., and other diploma and certificate programs in a diverse range of subjects & specializations. Take a look at the list of some major courses offered by DU-

Courses	Course Details
BA	Duration- 3 years Eligibility- 50% marks in 10+2 in any discipline Selection Criteria – Central University Entrance Test (CUET) Fees – Rs. 40,000 – 50,000 per year
B. Com	Duration- 3 years Eligibility- 50% aggregate marks in 10+2 in the Commerce stream Selection Criteria – Central University Entrance Test (CUET) Fees – Rs. 20,000 – Rs. 50,000 per year
B. Sc (Hons.)	Duration- 3 years Eligibility- 50% aggregate marks in 10+2 in the science stream Selection Criteria – Central University Entrance Test (CUET) UG Fees – Rs. 10,000 – Rs. 60,000 per year
B. Ed	Duration- 2 years Eligibility- 50% marks in Master’s  Selection Criteria – DU B. Ed Entrance Exam Fees – Rs. 5000 – Rs. 10000 per year
M.Com	Duration- 2 years Eligibility- 50% marks in B. Com Selection Criteria – DUET (PG) Fees – Rs. 8000 – Rs. 40,000 per year
MBA	Duration- 2 years Eligibility- 50% marks in Graduation Selection Criteria – CAT/ GAT + GD + PI Fees – Rs. 1,00,000 – Rs. 2,00,000
MCA	Duration- 3 years Eligibility- 60% marks in Graduation Selection Criteria – Entrance exam and Personal Interview Fees – Rs. 40000 – Rs. 50,000 per year
MA	Duration- 2 years Eligibility- 50% marks in Graduation Selection Criteria – DUET (PG) Fees – Rs. 5000 – Rs. 50,000 per year
M.Sc	Duration- 2 years Eligibility- 50% aggregate marks in B. Sc in a relevant subject Selection Criteria – DUET (PG) Fees – Rs. 5000 – Rs. 70,000 per year
M.Ed.	Duration- 2 years Eligibility- 50% marks in B. Ed or equivalent degree Selection Criteria – DU M.Ed. Entrance Exam Fees – Rs. 5,000 – Rs. 10,000 per year

Delhi university admission 2022

Currently, DU 2022 admission is ongoing. Delhi University has revised the admission rules for all UG courses. Now the candidates who wish to take admitted have to appear in the Common University Test (CUET UG) conducted by NTA.

CUET UG 2022 admit cards have been released, candidates can download them from the Cuet official website. The Admit Card for Phase 2 is already out. Candidates can download the same through the official website. The exam for Phase 2 is scheduled to be held on August 4-6 and August 12-14. Admit cards for exams held after 6th August 2022 will be issued later.

DU NCWEB Admission 2022 is now open, candidates can apply for admission by 10th August 2022 at the official website.

Bonus Point…

For taking admission through ports & Extracurricular Activities – Candidates will have to appear for a performance test along with CUET. Candidates will be selected on the basis of the combined score of CUET (25%) and performance test (75%). Certificates will also be considered for the same along with the CUET score.

Top Delhi University Colleges

Here is the list of top 10 DU colleges as per the NIRF 2021 ranking:

Delhi skill and entrepreneurship university

Delhi Skills and Entrepreneurship University (DSEU) is established by the Government of NCT of Delhi. There are around 15 campuses under DSEU offering various courses. DSEU offers degree courses and diploma courses in arts, science, commerce, business management, computer applications, and technology.

It offers both undergraduate and postgraduate degrees as well as full-time, part-time, and postgraduate degrees. Admission is either based on previous academic records or through entrance exams like CET, JEE Main, GATE, PG-CET, etc. depending on the course.

DSEU also offers multiple entries and exit options for undergraduate programs (except B. Tech). This means that students can leave the course after any year and join later at any time. After each year they will get certificates i.e., diploma after 1st year, advanced diploma after 2nd, and UG degree after 3rd.

Conclusion

Admission to Delhi University is a dream come true for many students and there are reasons for more than one to be happy about it! But if you happen to be confused about which career route should you go for; what course or college should you choose or which career field is the best as per your capabilities, then you must talk to expert career counselors. Find out which career pathway is right for you, and start chasing your dreams!

At iDreamCareer with the help of our Career Counselling and Guidance Services and educational counselors, we try to help many young confused minds from 9th class, 10th class, class 11, class 12 with an aim to select their suitable career choices.

Also, read:

• Top 101 MBA Colleges in Delhi
• Delhi University UG Admission Guidelines
• CUET Exam 2023: A-Z Guide
• Know DU College Rankings
• Delhi University Courses
• DU SOl Courses
• What Makes DU the Most Desired University?
• CUET 2023 Exam Date
• National Institutional Ranking Framework –(NIRF) – Official Website
• CUET For Delhi University

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