DU Admissions 2026 opens ECA quota process with 1,370 seats: Check eligibility and application details

Palak Patel30 Jun 2026
DU Admissions 2026 opens ECA quota process with 1,370 seats: Check eligibility and application details

Delhi University Opens ECA Quota Admission Process for 2026-27

The University of Delhi (DU) has started the admission process under the Extra-Curricular Activities (ECA) quota for the 2026-27 undergraduate academic session. This year, the university has earmarked 1,370 supernumerary seats across 14 ECA categories in various affiliated colleges. Candidates who have appeared for CUET UG 2026 and possess achievements in recognized extracurricular activities can apply through the Common Seat Allocation System (CSAS-UG). The ECA quota provides talented students an additional opportunity to secure admission based on both their CUET performance and extracurricular achievements.

Official Admission Portal:

APPLY FOR DU UG ADMISSIONS 2026

Admission Highlights

Particular Details
University University of Delhi (DU)
Academic Session 2026-27
Total ECA Seats 1,370
Admission Mode CSAS (UG) 2026
Eligibility CUET UG 2026 Qualified Candidates

Major ECA Categories

Category Seats
Indian Classical Dance 125
Theatre 123
Indian Vocal Music 109
Indian Folk Dance 72
Hindi Debate 71
English Debate 69
Sketching & Painting 65
Western Dance 63

Eligibility Criteria

Requirement Details
Entrance Test Must have appeared for CUET UG 2026
Registration Complete CSAS-UG 2026 application
ECA Achievement Valid certificates in the chosen ECA category
Trials Appear for ECA trials/performance if required

How to Apply

Step Process
1 Register on the DU CSAS-UG portal.
2 Select the ECA quota option during application.
3 Choose the relevant ECA category.
4 Upload the required certificates and documents.
5 Complete the application and appear for ECA trials if notified.

Selection Process

Component Weightage
CUET UG 2026 Score 25%
ECA Certificates / Trials / Performance 75%

Conclusion

Delhi University's ECA quota offers students with exceptional talent in extracurricular activities another pathway to undergraduate admission. Interested candidates should complete their CSAS-UG registration, upload the necessary certificates, and prepare for ECA trials as per the university schedule.