DU 3rd Round Allotment 2026 Released: Upgrade Round Seat Allocation, Round 3 Cut Off, Mid-Entry & CSAS Admission Process Explained
The University of Delhi (DU) has announced the CSAS UG Upgrade Round Seat Allocation 2026, while also releasing the complete Round 3 admission schedule for undergraduate admissions. Candidates who opted for the Upgrade option after accepting their earlier allotted seat can now check whether they have been upgraded to a higher-preference course or college through the CSAS UG Portal. Alongside the upgrade results, Delhi University has confirmed the schedule for Round 3 seat allocation, mid-entry registration, preference editing, seat acceptance and fee payment, providing another opportunity for thousands of CUET UG 2026 candidates seeking admission to DU colleges.
The Upgrade Round is particularly important because it allows candidates already holding a seat to move to a higher-preference programme or college without participating in a fresh registration process. Meanwhile, candidates who have not yet secured admission can participate in the Mid-Entry window, subject to eligibility, before the Round 3 seat allotment is announced. The Round 3 Cut Off (Minimum Allocation Scores) will be released along with the third seat allocation result and will vary across colleges, programmes, categories and quotas.
DU CSAS Round 3 Admission 2026 Highlights
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| University | University of Delhi (DU) |
| Admission Process | CSAS UG 2026 |
| Admission Basis | CUET UG 2026 |
| Upgrade Round | Released |
| Round 3 Seat Allotment | Scheduled |
| Mid-Entry Window | Open as per schedule |
| Cut Off | Round 3 Minimum Allocation Score to be released with allotment |
| Admission Portal | DU CSAS Portal |
What is the DU Upgrade Round?
The Upgrade Round allows candidates who have already accepted a seat in an earlier CSAS round and selected the Upgrade option to be considered automatically for a higher-ranked preference submitted during the application process.
If a higher preference becomes available because of:
Candidate withdrawals
Seat cancellations
Upgradation of other students
Newly vacant seats
the system upgrades the candidate automatically.
Once upgraded, the previously allotted seat is surrendered automatically and the newly allotted programme becomes the active admission offer.
Who Can Participate in the Upgrade Round?
Candidates are eligible if they:
Accepted a seat in Round 1 or Round 2.
Chose the Upgrade option within the prescribed deadline.
Fulfilled programme eligibility.
Continued to satisfy CUET subject mapping and admission requirements.
Fresh applicants cannot participate through the upgrade route.
DU Round 3 Important Dates
| Event | Schedule |
|---|---|
| Upgrade Round Result | Released |
| Mid-Entry Registration | August 3 – August 5, 2026 |
| Preference Editing | August 3 – August 5 |
| Round 3 Seat Allotment | August 8, 2026 |
| Seat Acceptance | August 8 – August 11 |
| College Verification | August 8 – August 12 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | August 13, 2026 |
These dates apply to the CSAS UG admission process announced by Delhi University.
What is the DU Round 3 Cut Off?
The Round 3 Cut Off (Minimum Allocation Score) is the lowest CUET UG score at which a candidate receives admission to a particular programme in a particular college under a specific category.
Separate cutoffs are prepared for:
UR
OBC-NCL
SC
ST
EWS
PwBD
CW
Other applicable supernumerary categories
Every college and programme has different closing scores.
Factors Affecting Round 3 Cut Off
The closing scores depend upon:
Number of vacant seats.
CUET UG scores.
Candidate preferences.
Upgrade movement.
Category-wise reservation.
Programme popularity.
Previous round admissions.
Seat withdrawals.
Mid-entry applications.
Highly demanded programmes generally continue to record higher minimum allocation scores even in later rounds.
How to Check DU Upgrade Round Result
Candidates should:
Visit the DU CSAS UG Portal.
Login using CUET application credentials.
Open the CSAS dashboard.
Click Upgrade Allocation Result.
View allotted programme.
Download the allocation letter.
Check fee payment instructions.
Candidates whose seats are upgraded should complete admission formalities within the prescribed timeline.
Mid-Entry Explained
Delhi University has opened a Mid-Entry window for eligible candidates.
This facility generally allows:
Candidates who missed earlier registration.
Applicants who did not complete admission stages.
Certain eligible candidates permitted under CSAS rules.
A non-refundable Mid-Entry fee is applicable, and some supernumerary categories remain excluded.
What Happens After Round 3 Seat Allotment?
Candidates allotted seats should:
Accept the allotted seat.
Wait for online verification.
Upload additional documents if requested.
Pay the admission fee.
Download the admission confirmation.
Failure to complete fee payment before the deadline may result in cancellation of the allotted seat.
Documents Required
Keep the following ready:
CUET UG Scorecard.
Class 10 Certificate.
Class 12 Marksheet.
Category Certificate.
EWS Certificate.
PwBD Certificate.
Aadhaar Card.
Passport-size Photographs.
Migration Certificate (if applicable).
Transfer Certificate (if applicable).
Valid Photo ID.
What if You Do Not Receive a Seat?
Candidates not allotted seats in Round 3 may still receive admission through:
Subsequent allocation rounds (if announced).
Spot admission.
Vacant seat rounds.
Supernumerary quota rounds (where applicable).
Availability depends on vacant seats and university notifications.
Common Mistakes Candidates Should Avoid
Missing seat acceptance deadlines.
Forgetting to pay admission fees.
Ignoring document verification.
Not checking the upgraded allocation.
Depending on unofficial cutoff lists.
Missing the Mid-Entry deadline.
Uploading incorrect certificates.
Waiting until the last day for fee payment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Has DU released the Upgrade Round result?
Yes. Delhi University has announced the CSAS UG Upgrade Round Seat Allocation Result for eligible candidates.
When will DU Round 3 seat allotment be released?
The Round 3 allocation is scheduled for August 8, 2026.
Can I change my preferences before Round 3?
Eligible candidates can edit preferences during the notified preference editing and mid-entry window.
What happens if my seat is upgraded?
Your previously accepted seat is automatically replaced by the upgraded allotment, and you must complete the admission process for the new programme.
Will the Round 3 cutoff be lower than Round 2?
It varies by programme and college. Some courses may witness lower closing scores because of withdrawals and upgrades, while highly competitive programmes may continue to have high cutoffs.
Can candidates who missed earlier registration participate now?
Eligible candidates may use the Mid-Entry facility during the notified registration window, subject to CSAS rules.
Final Update
The DU CSAS Upgrade Round 2026 and the announcement of the Round 3 admission schedule represent another crucial phase of undergraduate admissions at Delhi University. Candidates who have received upgraded seats should immediately complete seat acceptance, document verification and fee payment, while applicants still waiting for admission should make full use of the Mid-Entry and preference editing window before the Round 3 seat allotment. As the Round 3 Minimum Allocation Scores (Cut Off) will depend on vacant seats, candidate movement and programme demand, students should regularly monitor the official CSAS portal and complete every admission formality within the prescribed deadlines to maximise their chances of securing admission to their preferred DU college and course.
