Announcement of Third Round Dates and Initiation of Mid-Entry Process, 71,342 Students Secure Seats So Far

Announcement of Third Round Dates and Initiation of Mid-Entry Process, 71,342 Students Secure Seats So Far

Ranked among the country's most prestigious and premier educational institutions, the admission process for undergraduate (UG) sessions 2026-27 at Delhi University (DU) is progressing at full speed. Amidst the admission process underway under the university's Common Seat Allocation System (CSAS-UG 2026), the DU administration has made a very important and relieving announcement. The university has officially announced the detailed schedule for the Third Round of undergraduate admissions and the dates for the Mid-Entry process.

Along with this, according to DU's admission data, after the completion of the first and second rounds of counselling, a total of 71,342 students from across the country have secured their seats by locking in their colleges and courses. This new schedule will prove to be a boon for all those students who could not register earlier for various reasons or were waiting for upgradation to their preferred college. Let us analyze in detail this new update from Delhi University, the third round dates, mid-entry rules, and all aspects related to admissions.

Background: DU UG Admissions 2026 and Current Status

Thousands of undergraduate seats are being admitted through CUET UG in Delhi University this year. The university commenced the session on July 28, under which orientation programs have also been organized in various colleges.

Over 71 Thousand Students Secure Seats: According to the latest official data released by the university, a total of 71,342 students have paid their fees and secured admission by the evening of July 29.

Option to Freeze and Upgrade: According to the data received after the second round, approximately 32,233 students have 'frozen' their current seats being satisfied with them, while more than 25,088 students have chosen the 'Upgrade' option in hopes of securing a better college or course.

Mid-Entry Process: When and How to Apply?

For students who could not register themselves on the DU CSAS portal within the timeframe of the first and second rounds or could not complete the process, the university has opened the mid-entry option.

Mid-Entry Dates: Students will be able to apply online for mid-entry from August 3, 2026, to August 5, 2026 (up to 11:59 PM).

Additional Application Fee: New candidates joining the admission process through mid-entry will have to pay an additional non-refundable fee of Rs. 1,000.

Special Note (CBSE Compartment Students): DU has issued special advice for students awaiting results for the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) 2026 compartment examinations. Such students can complete their Phase-1 registration during the mid-entry window so that their candidature remains active in the database. Upon the declaration of results, they can complete the Phase-2 process.

Complete Schedule for CSAS UG Third Round (Round 3)

The complete details of the admission dates for the third round and other categories announced by Delhi University are given below:

Declaration of Upgraded Allotment and Ward Quota (Round-1): August 1, 2026

Online Application Verification by Colleges: August 1 to August 3, 2026 (up to 4:59 PM)

Last Date for Fee Payment (Upgraded Students): August 4, 2026 (up to 11:59 PM)

Release of Third Round Seat Allocation List: August 8, 2026

Period for Students to Accept Seats: August 8 to August 11, 2026 (up to 11:59 PM)

Online Verification and Acceptance by Colleges: August 12, 2026 (up to 4:59 PM)

Last Date for Fee Payment for Third Round: August 13, 2026 (up to 11:59 PM)

(Note: Related dates for ECA, Sports, CW quota, and performance-based courses have also been scheduled under this same timeline.)

Essential Instructions and Precautions for Students

Students aspiring for admission to Delhi University or continuing within the process should pay special attention to the following points:

Keep Continuous Watch on the Portal: Regularly check the official portal of DU at admission.uod.ac.in for all official updates and seat allotments.

Adherence to Timeframes: The timelines given from accepting seats to depositing fees are extremely strict. Complete all your tasks ahead of time to avoid server issues at the last moment.

Preparation of Documents: Keep all your necessary certificates (such as mark sheets, category certificates, etc.) ready so that no hindrance arises during college-level verification.

The announcement of the third round schedule under CSAS UG 2026 by Delhi University and the successful filling of over 71 thousand seats is proof that this season's admission process is progressing in an extremely well-planned and transparent manner. Students who have not yet received their desired college or want to reconnect via mid-entry now have a golden opportunity to try their luck. The third allotment list arriving on August 8 and the mid-entry process starting on August 3 are going to open new doors for youth aspiring for admission to DU.