Summary: Delhi University has announced Postgraduate Spot Admission Round I for 2026-27. Eligible candidates who applied to CSAS (PG) 2026 but were not admitted can select Spot Round programmes from July 24 to July 25. The final fee-payment deadline is August 1.
Key highlights
- Only candidates already registered in CSAS (PG) 2026 and not admitted to a programme can opt for Spot Round I.
- DU will display vacant seats on July 24.
- The Spot Round application option closes at 4:59 PM on July 25.
- Allocations will be declared on July 28.
- Selected candidates must accept, obtain approval and pay within separate deadlines.
Important dates
| Action | Date and time |
|---|---|
| Upgrade allocation declaration | July 21, 2026 |
| Upgrade-round approval and fee payment | Approval through July 23, 4:59 PM; payment by July 23, 11:59 PM |
| Vacant seats displayed | July 24, 2026 |
| Apply for Spot Round I | July 24 to July 25, 2026, 4:59 PM |
| Spot Round I allocation | July 28, 2026 |
| Accept allocated seat | Through July 30, 2026, 4:59 PM |
| Department or college approval | Through July 31, 2026, 4:59 PM |
| Online admission-fee payment | August 1, 2026, 4:59 PM |
Who is affected?
This round is for existing DU CSAS (PG) 2026 applicants who are not admitted to a postgraduate programme. Candidates should check their dashboard because eligibility to select a programme depends on the CSAS rules, programme criteria and displayed vacancies.
Required student action
Log in to the official DU PG admission portal on July 24, review the vacancy list and select eligible programmes before 4:59 PM on July 25. If allocated, accept the seat and complete payment by the applicable deadline.
Step-by-step instructions
- Check that you are registered in CSAS (PG) 2026 and are not already admitted.
- Review the official Spot Round I vacancy list on July 24.
- Sign in to your CSAS (PG) dashboard.
- Choose Spot Round for each eligible programme you want to be considered for.
- Submit the Spot Round choices before July 25 at 4:59 PM.
- Check the allocation result on July 28.
- Accept an allocated seat by July 30 at 4:59 PM.
- Monitor department approval and pay the admission fee by August 1 at 4:59 PM.
What happens if the deadline is missed?
Missing the July 25 choice deadline prevents participation in Spot Round I. An allocated candidate who misses acceptance or fee payment can lose the seat. DU may hold later rounds only if vacancies remain.
FAQ
Can a new applicant register only for the Spot Round?
No. The notice limits participation to candidates who already applied through CSAS (PG) 2026 and were not admitted.
Does choosing Spot Round guarantee a seat?
No. Allocation depends on programme eligibility, merit and vacant seats.
