DU CSAS 2026 seat matrix covers 71,624 undergraduate seats across 69 Delhi University colleges offering 79 programmes, with seats divided into UR, OBC-NCL, SC, ST, EWS, and supernumerary categories as per central government reservation norms.
The Common Seat Allocation System (CSAS) is the centralised admission platform through which Delhi University allocates UG seats based on CUET UG 2026 scores. Before filling programme-college preferences in CSAS Phase 2, every student must study the seat matrix to understand how many seats exist in each shortlisted combination. The seat matrix is published on the official DU admission portal and is the definitive document for building a realistic preference list across all three allocation rounds.
- Total DU CSAS 2026 seats: 71,624 undergraduate seats based on 2025-26 academic session intake
- Total participating colleges: 69
- Total UG programmes: 79 (Honours, Multidisciplinary Honours, and Programme degrees)
- Category split follows central norms: OBC-NCL 27%, SC 15%, ST 7.5%, EWS 10%, UR 40.5%
- Supernumerary seats for PwBD (5%), CW (children and widows of armed forces), Sports, and ECA are added over and above the sanctioned intake
- Admission is based on CUET UG 2026 scores; students must register on the CSAS portal and fill preferences in Phase 2 after Phase 1 registration closes
DU CSAS 2026 Seat Matrix at a Glance
The table below captures the key parameters of the DU CSAS 2026 seat matrix. The figures reflect the 2025-26 academic session intake, which serves as the baseline for the 2026 seat matrix. The official 2026 seat matrix is published on the DU admission portal before CSAS Phase 2 preference filling opens.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Seats (Based on 2025 Figures) | 71,624 |
| Total Colleges | 69 |
| Total UG Programmes | 79 |
| Admission Basis | CUET UG 2026 Score |
| Seat Allocation Rounds | 3 (Round 1, Round 2, Round 3) |
| CSAS Official Portal | ugadmission.uod.ac.in |
| Reservation Policy | Government of India norms (OBC-NCL 27%, SC 15%, ST 7.5%, EWS 10%) |
| Supernumerary Seats | PwBD 5%, Sports, ECA, CW — over and above sanctioned intake |
DU CSAS 2026 Category-Wise Seat Distribution
Delhi University follows central government reservation norms. The 71,624 sanctioned seats are divided into statutory reservation categories. Supernumerary seats for PwBD, Sports, ECA, and CW do not reduce seats in other categories — they are added on top of the main intake.
| Category | Percentage of Sanctioned Intake | Approximate Seats (Based on 71,624 Total) |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved / General (UR) | 40.5% | ~29,008 |
| Other Backward Class – Non-Creamy Layer (OBC-NCL) | 27% | ~19,338 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 10% | ~7,162 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 15% | ~10,744 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 7.5% | ~5,372 |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 5% (Supernumerary) | ~3,581 (additional, not deducted from above) |
| Children / Widows of Armed Forces (CW) | Supernumerary | Varies by college |
| Sports / ECA | Supernumerary | Varies by college (typically 15–29 seats per college) |
Additional supernumerary seats exist for Kashmiri Migrants and Single Girl Child in select colleges. The exact supernumerary seat count for each college and programme is listed in the official seat matrix PDF on the CSAS portal.
DU CSAS 2026 Course-Wise Seat Matrix
B.A. (Hons) Economics had 2,612 confirmed seats across 40 DU colleges in 2025, making it one of the most widely offered honours programmes. The figures below for other programmes are expected estimates based on the 2025 seat matrix. B.A. Programme has the highest seat count of any single programme at DU, covering Arts, Humanities, and Social Science combinations.
| Programme | Stream | Seats (2025 Figures / Based on 2025 Trends) |
|---|---|---|
| B.A. Programme | Arts | ~12,500 |
| B.Com (Hons) | Commerce | ~4,200 |
| B.Com | Commerce | ~3,900 |
| B.A. (Hons) English | Arts | ~2,800 |
| B.A. (Hons) Political Science | Arts | ~2,700 |
| B.A. (Hons) Economics | Arts / Social Science | 2,612 (confirmed, 2025) |
| B.A. (Hons) History | Arts | ~2,300 |
| B.A. (Hons) Hindi | Arts | ~2,200 |
| B.Sc. (Physical Science) | Science | ~2,100 |
| B.A. (Hons) Sociology | Arts | ~1,650 |
| B.Sc. (Hons) Mathematics | Science | ~1,650 |
| B.Sc. (Hons) Computer Science | Science | ~1,500 |
| B.Sc. (Hons) Physics | Science | ~1,400 |
| B.Sc. (Hons) Chemistry | Science | ~1,250 |
| B.A. (Hons) Sanskrit | Arts | ~1,100 |
| B.Sc. (Hons) Botany | Science | ~1,050 |
| B.Sc. (Hons) Zoology | Science | ~1,050 |
| B.A. (Hons) Psychology | Arts | ~900 |
The complete course-wise seat breakdown covering all 79 programmes is available in the official seat matrix on ugadmission.uod.ac.in. Check the matrix for your specific programme before finalising your CSAS preference list.
DU CSAS 2026 College-Wise Seat Matrix (Top Colleges)
The table below lists expected total seats for top Delhi University colleges based on 2025 seat matrix figures. Women’s colleges admit only female students. SRCC’s B.Com (Hons) alone carried 626 seats in 2025, with additional seats in B.A. (Hons) Economics and Statistics programmes. Figures for all other colleges are expected estimates based on 2025 trends.
| College | Type | Expected Total Seats (Based on 2025 Trends) |
|---|---|---|
| Kirori Mal College | Co-ed, North Campus | ~2,200 |
| Dyal Singh College | Co-ed, South Campus | ~2,200 |
| Ramjas College | Co-ed, North Campus | ~2,100 |
| Hansraj College | Co-ed, North Campus | ~1,800 |
| Hindu College | Co-ed, North Campus | ~1,700 |
| Miranda House | Women’s, North Campus | ~1,600 |
| Atma Ram Sanatan Dharma College | Co-ed, South Campus | ~1,600 |
| Sri Venkateswara College | Co-ed, South Campus | ~1,500 |
| Gargi College | Women’s, South Campus | ~1,500 |
| Motilal Nehru College | Co-ed, South Campus | ~1,300 |
| Maitreyi College | Women’s, South Campus | ~1,200 |
| Kamala Nehru College | Women’s, South Campus | ~1,150 |
| Lady Shri Ram College (LSR) | Women’s, South Campus | ~1,100 |
| Maharaja Agrasen College | Co-ed, East Campus | ~1,100 |
| Indraprastha College for Women | Women’s, North Campus | ~1,000 |
| Zakir Husain Delhi College | Co-ed, South Campus | ~1,000 |
| Daulat Ram College | Women’s, North Campus | ~950 |
| Sri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC) | Co-ed, North Campus | ~900 (across all programmes) |
| Jesus and Mary College | Women’s, South Campus | ~700 |
| St. Stephen’s College | Co-ed, North Campus | ~450 |
St. Stephen’s College conducts an additional interview round alongside CUET scores and its admission process is partially independent. All other colleges listed above admit students based solely on CUET UG 2026 scores through the CSAS portal. The full programme-wise breakdown for each college is available in the official seat matrix PDF.
How to Check DU CSAS 2026 Seat Matrix Online
The seat matrix is available on the official DU CSAS portal before Phase 2 preference filling opens. Follow these steps to access it.
- Visit the official DU CSAS portal at ugadmission.uod.ac.in.
- On the homepage, click the link labelled "Seat Matrix 2026" or "Programmes and Seats".
- A PDF or interactive table will open listing all 69 colleges and 79 programmes with category-wise seat counts.
- Use the filter or search bar to find your specific college and programme combination.
- Note the UR, OBC-NCL, SC, ST, EWS, and supernumerary seat counts for each combination you plan to add to your preference list.
- Cross-reference the seat count with your CUET UG 2026 score and expected percentile range before ranking preferences in CSAS Phase 2.
Download the seat matrix PDF and save it offline before the preference-filling window opens. The CSAS portal may experience high traffic during Phase 2 and downloading in advance helps you plan without interruptions.
DU CSAS 2026 Seat Matrix FAQs
Ques. What is the total number of seats in DU CSAS 2026?
Ans. Based on 2025-26 academic session figures, DU CSAS 2026 is expected to offer 71,624 undergraduate seats across 69 colleges and 79 programmes. The official 2026 seat matrix confirming the exact count is published on ugadmission.uod.ac.in before CSAS Phase 2 opens.
Ques. How many seats are there in DU CSAS 2026 for OBC-NCL students?
Ans. OBC-NCL students are entitled to 27% of the sanctioned intake, which works out to approximately 19,338 seats based on a total of 71,624. The exact OBC-NCL seat count varies by programme and college and is listed in the official CSAS seat matrix PDF.
Ques. How many seats does DU have for B.Com (Hons) in CSAS 2026?
Ans. SRCC alone had 626 B.Com (Hons) seats in 2025. Across all DU colleges offering B.Com (Hons), total seats are expected to be around 4,200 based on the 2025 seat matrix trend. Check the official seat matrix for the exact college-wise B.Com (Hons) breakdown.
Ques. Where can I find the official DU CSAS 2026 seat matrix?
Ans. The official DU CSAS 2026 seat matrix is available at ugadmission.uod.ac.in. It is published as a downloadable PDF and an online searchable table before CSAS Phase 2 preference filling begins. You can filter by college or programme to find exact category-wise seat counts.
Ques. Which DU college has the highest number of seats in CSAS 2026?
Ans. Large multi-programme colleges like Kirori Mal College, Dyal Singh College, and Ramjas College each offer approximately 2,100 to 2,200 seats across all programmes based on 2025 seat matrix data. Smaller colleges such as St. Stephen’s and Jesus and Mary College have under 750 total seats.
Ques. Are supernumerary seats included in the DU CSAS 2026 total of 71,624 seats?
Ans. No. The 71,624 figure represents the sanctioned intake. Supernumerary seats for PwBD (5%), Sports, ECA, and CW are added over and above this total, so the actual number of seats available is slightly higher. Supernumerary seat counts are listed separately in the official seat matrix for each college.
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