CUET DU Preference List 2026 for Science, Commerce & Arts Courses; How to Fill Preference List
Common University Entrance Test 2026 ( CUET )
Registration - 3 Jan '26 - 30 Jan '26
CUET result 2026 will be announced at the official website. With the declaration of results, DU will commence the DU CSAS UG 2026 at du.ac.in. Candidates will be required to fill the CSAS UG 2026 preference list based on their scores in CUET. Check steps to fill DU preference list and important tips here.
DU UG Preference List
The University of Delhi will commence CSAS UG 2026 phase 1 process for admissions based on CUET UG 2026 scores. CSAS UG 2026 Phase 1 will commence tentatively in last week of June 2026. NTA will declare the CUET result 2026 in first week of July. Candidates are required to fill CUET 2026 preference list for courses and colleges in phase 2 based on the marks obtained in CUET.
Candidates are still confused about how to fill the DU preference list, what factors to consider, and how it impacts seat allocation. Read here to know how to create the DU UG preference list on the CSAS portal, what to select, and expert tips to help secure a seat in desired DU college through CUET 2026.
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- What is CUET DU Preference List 2026?
- CUET DU Preference List 2026 for Science Courses
- CUET DU Preference List 2026 for Arts Courses
- CUET DU Preference List 2026 for Commerce Courses
- How to Fill DU Preference List Through CSAS Portal?
- What Should You Select in DU Preference List 2026?
What is CUET DU Preference List 2026?
CUET DU preference list is a list of colleges and courses in order of preference selected by candidates while filling the Common Seat Allocation System (CSAS) UG 2026 form. During seat allocation, DU will consider CUET scores, category, and the preference order submitted by the candidate and shortlist candidates accordingly. Candidates must make sure to check previous year CUET DU cutoff to know the chances of getting into desired college and course.
Candidates can check the CUET 2026 allotted exam centre upon release of CUET intimation slip and CUET admit card. Only candidates who will fill the CUET application form along with the successful application fee payment will be able to download the intimation slip for CUET exam. The name of exam centre will be mentioned on the intimation alip in advance to help candidates make preparations accordingly. The CUET 2026 admit card is expected to release three to four days prior to the day of examination in online mode. Candidates will be able to check the following details on the release of CUET 2026 admit card:
- Name of the candidate
- Registration number
- Category
- Location
- Date of exam
- Time of exam
- Exam centre name & address
- Photograph
- Signature
- Instructions related to the exam
Candidates must note that the CUET exam centre once allotted, no request for change in exam centre will be entertained under any circumstances. Candidates are advised to carefully enter the exam centre preference while filling the CUET 2026 application form.
Yes, CUET UG exam 2026 date has been announced. National Testing Agency has scheduled CUET 2026 exam from May 11 to May 31, 2026. Candidates willing to appear for the exam must make sure to register for the exam online. As per the updated CUET 2026 exam date, the registrations will close on January 30, 2026.
CUET DU Preference List 2026 for Science Courses
Check the list of CUET DU courses and top colleges to create a preference list.
B.Sc (Hons) Botany
A 3-year undergraduate program focusing on the study of plant biology, physiology, taxonomy, and ecology. It covers topics like genetics, microbiology, biotechnology, and environmental studies.
Top DU Colleges for Botany:
- Miranda House (W)
- Hindu College
- Hansraj College
- Ramjas College
- Daulat Ram College (W)
- Gargi College (W)
- Sri Venkateswara College
- Acharya Narendra Dev College
- Deshbandhu College
- Dyal Singh College
- Kirori Mal College
- Maitreyi College (W)
- Kalindi College (W)
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B.Sc (Hons) Physics
A 3-year program centered on classical and modern physics concepts: mechanics, electromagnetism, quantum mechanics, electronics, and thermodynamics.
Top DU Colleges for Physics:
- St. Stephen’s College
- Hindu College
- Kirori Mal College
- Miranda House (W)
- Hansraj College
- Ramjas College
- Sri Venkateswara College
- Dyal Singh College
- Gargi College (W)
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B.Sc (Hons) Chemistry
A 3-year undergraduate degree dealing with organic, inorganic, and physical chemistry, laboratory practices, spectroscopy, and environmental chemistry.
Top DU Colleges for Chemistry:
- St. Stephen’s College
- Hindu College
- Miranda House (W)
- Kirori Mal College
- Hansraj College
- Ramjas College
- Sri Venkateswara College
- Dyal Singh College
- Gargi College (W)
B.Sc (Hons) Computer Science
A modern program focused on programming languages, data structures, algorithms, AI, web development, cybersecurity, and networking.
Top DU Colleges for Computer Science:
- Hansraj College
- Miranda House (W)
- Indraprastha College for Women
- Shaheed Sukhdev College of Business Studies (SSCBS)
- Shaheed Rajguru College of Applied Sciences for Women
- Keshav Mahavidyalaya
- Sri Venkateswara College
- Ram Lal Anand College
- Deen Dayal Upadhyaya College
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CUET DU Preference List 2026 for Arts Courses
Check the list of CUET DU Arts courses and top colleges to create a preference list.
B.A (Hons) English
Focuses on English literature, poetry, drama, and literary criticism along with language skills, writing, and communication.
Top DU Colleges for English:
- Lady Shri Ram College for Women (LSR)
- Miranda House (W)
- Hindu College
- Hansraj College
- Kirori Mal College
- Jesus and Mary College
- Kamala Nehru College (W)
- Sri Venkateswara College
- Shaheed Bhagat Singh College
B.A (Hons) Political Science
A study of political systems, public administration, governance, international relations, and political theories.
Top DU Colleges for Political Science:
- Hindu College
- Lady Shri Ram College for Women
- Kirori Mal College
- Ramjas College
- Miranda House (W)
- Sri Venkateswara College
- Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Khalsa College
- Dyal Singh College
- Delhi College of Arts and Commerce
- Sri Aurobindo College
CUET UG General Test 2026 exam will be held between May 11 and May 31, 2026. NTA has not released CUET UG 2026 datesheet online. Candidates can know their subject-wise CUET schedule on CUET intimation slip and admit card. Candidates can also check the exam date, time and slot number.
CUET UG 2026 exam will be held a Computer Based Test. In this mode of examination, candidates will have to report at the alloted CUET exam centre. Applicants will have to take exam on computer screens only. The screen will display the questions and candidates can select the correct option and save changes.
Yes, National Testing Agency has announced the CUET UG 2026 exam date. As per NTA official notification, CUET 2026 exam will be held from May 11 to May 31. CUET registration 2026 commenced on January 03, 2026 at cuet.nta.nic.in. Candidates seeking admission to UG courses through CUET score must stay updated with the CUET exam dates 2026.
B.A (Hons) Hindi
Covers Hindi literature, poetry, modern prose, creative writing, and language communication.
Top DU Colleges for Hindi:
- Hindu College
- Kirori Mal College
- Dyal Singh College
- Atma Ram Sanatan Dharma College
- Ramjas College
- Shivaji College
- Lady Shri Ram College for Women
- Hansraj College
- Sri Venkateswara College
- College of Vocational Studies
CUET DU Preference List 2026 for Commerce Courses
Check the list of CUET DU Commerce courses and top colleges to create a preference list.
B.Com (Hons)
Specialised in accounting, finance, corporate laws, business economics, and auditing.
Top DU Colleges for B.Com (Hons):
- Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC)
- Lady Shri Ram College for Women
- Hindu College
- Hansraj College
- Ramjas College
- Miranda House (W)
- Kirori Mal College
- Sri Venkateswara College
BMS (Bachelor of Management Studies)
Focused on management principles, business analytics, marketing, and business law.
Top DU Colleges for BMS:
- Shaheed Sukhdev College of Business Studies (SSCBS)
- Shaheed Rajguru College of Applied Sciences for Women
- Ram Lal Anand College
- Keshav Mahavidyalaya
BBA-FIA (Bachelor of Business Administration - Financial Investment Analysis)
(Formerly BBS - Bachelor of Business Studies)
Emphasises financial management, investment analysis, capital markets, and portfolio management.
Top DU Colleges for BBA-FIA:
- Shaheed Sukhdev College of Business Studies (SSCBS)
- Keshav Mahavidyalaya
- Deen Dayal Upadhyaya College
- Ramanujan College
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How to Fill DU Preference List Through CSAS Portal?
Delhi University will commence the CSAS UG 2026 phase 1 at ugadmission.uod.ac.in. In this phase, candidates have to fill the college and course preferences. Check steps below to know how to fill DU preference list through CSAS portal 2026:
1. Visit the DU CSAS UG 2026 portal: ugadmission.uod.ac.in
2. Login using CUET 2026 application form number and password.
3. After submitting the personal and academic details click on tab ‘Courses and Colleges’ tab.
4. You will see a list of all eligible DU college-course combinations.
5. Use the ‘Add’ button to include a combination in the preference list.
6. Arrange them in order of preference- drag and drop to move options up or down.
7. Click ‘Save’ and review your final list before submitting.
8. Submit preferences and pay the CSAS UG 2026 form fee.
What Should You Select in DU Preference List 2026?
While creating CUET DU preference list 2026, candidates must consider the following factors:
- Preferred course first. Prioritise the desired course, irrespective of the college, as informed by Dean of admissions, DU.
- Choose reputed colleges offering preferred course.
- Include combinations of colleges where you are likely, moderately likely, and almost certainly eligible for admission based on your CUET score.
- There’s no limit to the number of preferences to add- the more options one fill, the better are chances of getting a seat.
Shruti Garg is a graduate in English and Education with over 7 years of experience in content writing/editing and education journalism. At Shiksha.com, Shruti covers UG and PG entrance exams like MBA entrance exams,
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Yes, NCERT is sufficient for conceptual clarity while preparing for CUET exam, but MCQ practice and CUET mock tests are important for scoring high. Students must not only focus on preparation books, they must solve CUET previous year question papers for Mathematics to know important topics or repeat
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No, a valid CUET score is accepted for admissions to both BA (Hons) in Liberal Arts & Humanities and the BA (Hons) in Philosophy, Politics & Economics at JSLAH.
In the previous year admissions, CUET was only listed as an accepted exam for the BA (Hons) in Liberal Arts & Humanities admission.
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No, candidates who wish receive the Jindal School of Liberal Arts and Humanities BA (Hons) scholarships must provide a valid score in the JSAT. Those candidates who appeared for the CUET during BA (Hons) admissions can still appear for the JSAT after getting admitted into the Jindal School of Libera
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For admission to Delhi University, candidate must have passed or appeared for class 12 examination. There are no minimum marks requirement in class 12 for DU admission through CUET UG. DU may use the class 12 marks or percentage for tie breaking criteria.
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Class 12 marks are important for fulfilling the admission criteria and tie breaking criteria (if any) during admissions. Admission to Central Universities are conducted through CUET scores, however, candidates must fulfil the minimum marks requirement for admissions.
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The minimum marks for CUET class 12th is prescribed differently for accepting universities. CUET universities like DU and Allahabad University does not prescribe the minimum marks in class 12 for CUET UG. However, universities like Banaras Hindu University, BBAU has prescribed the minimum percentage
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There are a total of 157 subjects in the CUET PG exam. The subjects are segregated into six streams. The table below shows the number of papers in each stream.
| Stream | Number of Subjects or Papers |
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| Science | 30 |
| MTech | 12 |
| Language | 41 |
| Humanities | 26 |
| Common | 22 |
| Acharya | 26 |
The CUET PG exam pattern is the same for each paper. The language of the CUET PG question papers is English and Hindi. For the Language paper
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Yes, there is a scholarship for BSc students at IILM University Greater Noida based on the CUET percentile.
If you score 95 percentile or more, you get a 40% scholarship.
In case your percentile is between 90 to 94.99, you get a 30% scholarship.
For the 80 to 89.99 percentile, a 20% scholarship is of
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Bro domain subject ke sath laungage bhi compulsory ho skti hai vese kuch university me
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CUET UG 2026 notification was released on January 03. National Testing Agency released the CUET detailed official notification at official website- cuet.nta.nic.in. Candidates preparing for the exam can check the following details on CUET notification PDF: