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Delhi University Cutoff 2026 for Arts (Round 2) has been released on 27 July 2026 on the CSAS UG admission portal (admission.uod.ac.in). Delhi University Cutoff is the minimum score in the CUET exam required for admission to the desired course and college.
- History (Hons.) saw only a slight change in Round 2. St. Stephen's College remained at 922.44. Miranda House fell from 883.98 to 882.70, while Hansraj College dropped from 879.85 to 875.92.
- English (Hons.) cutoffs eased slightly. St. Stephen's College declined from 917.47 to 902.59. Hindu College fell from 889.42 to 885.72, while Miranda House moved from 851.96 to 851.33.
- Economics (Hons.) also recorded a marginal drop. St. Stephen's College decreased from 891.97 to 885.77. Hindu College declined from 880.77 to 877.84, while Hansraj College fell from 849.24 to 846.26.
- B.A. (Hons.) Psychology witnessed one of the highest Round 1 cutoffs, with Daulat Ram College closing at 872.90.. In Round 2, Lady Shri Ram College topped the list with 936.03, followed by Jesus & Mary College (900.03).
Compared to 2025, the 2026 DU cutoffs are higher across many leading colleges. Popular Arts courses, including Political Science, Psychology, Economics, English, and History, recorded an increase of around 10–40 marks in the UR category.
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Delhi University Cutoff 2026 for Arts
Round 2
- Political Science remained the most competitive Arts course. Hindu College recorded the highest cutoff at
956.26, followed by Miranda House (930.04), LSR (909.48) and Kirori Mal College (904.71). - Psychology registered the highest cutoff among all Arts programmes. LSR topped with 936.03, followed by
Jesus & Mary College (900.03), Indraprastha College for Women (875.75) and Daulat Ram College (872.19). - History continued to attract high scores. St. Stephen's College led with 922.43, ahead of
Hindu College (908.79), Miranda House (882.70) and Hansraj College (875.92). - English cutoffs were highest at St. Stephen's College (902.58). Hindu College (885.72) and Miranda House (851.33) were the next most competitive choices
- Economics also remained highly sought after. St. Stephen's College recorded the highest cutoff at 885.77, followed by Hindu College (877.84), LSR (848.31) and Hansraj College (846.25).
| College | BA (Hons.) English | BA (Hons.) History | BA (Hons.) Political Science | BA (Hons.) Economics | BA (Hons.) Psychology |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Stephen's College | 902.58 | 922.43 | - | 885.77 | - |
| Hindu College | 885.72 | 908.79 | 956.26 | 877.84 | - |
| Lady Shri Ram College for Women | 839.00 | 852.92 | 909.48 | 848.31 | 936.03 |
| Miranda House | 851.33 | 882.70 | 930.04 | 831.25 | - |
| Hansraj College | 833.75 | 875.92 | - | 846.25 | - |
| Kirori Mal College | 815.61 | 854.02 | 904.71 | 833.15 | - |
| Ramjas College | 802.58 | 841.45 | 888.96 | 820.78 | - |
| Jesus & Mary College | 758.03 | 777.19 | 834.47 | 796.05 | 900.03 |
| Daulat Ram College | 760.24 | 794.40 | 838.42 | 771.07 | 872.19 |
| Indraprastha College for Women | 746.21 | 781.74 | 806.55 | 757.09 | 875.75 |
Round 1
- Political Science emerged as the most competitive Arts course, with Hindu College recording the highest cutoff of 958.71, followed by Miranda House (930.61), St. Stephen's College, Hansraj College (907.50), and Ramjas College (891.90).
- History remained another highly sought-after programme, with St. Stephen's College (922.44) leading the chart, followed by Hindu College (908.80), Miranda House (883.98), and Hansraj College (879.85).
- English (Hons.) witnessed strong competition, with St. Stephen's College (917.47) recording the highest cutoff, followed by Hindu College (889.42) and Miranda House (851.96).
- Economics (Hons.) remained one of the most preferred Arts programmes, with St. Stephen's College (891.97), Hindu College (880.77), Lady Shri Ram College (851.22), and Hansraj College (849.24) recording the highest cutoffs.
- Psychology (Hons.) was highly competitive among women's colleges, with Daulat Ram College (872.90) and Gargi College (868.04) recording the highest Round 1 cutoffs.
- Overall, North Campus colleges continued to dominate the DU Arts Cutoff 2026, with several popular programmes closing above 900, reflecting intense competition in the first CSAS allocation round.
The table below presents the Delhi University Cutoff 2026 for Arts courses across top DU colleges in CSAS Round 1.
| College | BA (Hons.) English | BA (Hons.) History | BA (Hons.) Political Science | BA (Hons.) Economics | BA (Hons.) Psychology |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu College | 889.42 | 908.80 | 958.71 | 880.77 | - |
| St. Stephen's College | 917.47 | 922.44 | - | 891.97 | - |
| Miranda House (W) | 851.96 | 883.98 | 930.61 | 834.86 | - |
| Hansraj College | 842.49 | 879.85 | 907.50 | 849.24 | - |
| Lady Shri Ram College (W) | 845.02 | 856.43 | - | 851.22 | - |
| Kirori Mal College | 812.61 | 850.27 | 885.46 | 817.46 | - |
| Ramjas College | 813.77 | 847.07 | 891.90 | 826.34 | - |
| Sri Venkateswara College | 807.17 | 834.27 | 878.74 | 827.30 | - |
| Daulat Ram College (W) | - | - | 842.22 | - | 872.90 |
| Gargi College (W) | 766.68 | 775.68 | 811.87 | 780.35 | 868.04 |
| Atma Ram Sanatan Dharma College | 772.60 | 801.41 | 817.24 | 780.46 | - |
| Aryabhatta College | 690.17 | 691.77 | 739.36 | 727.82 | 852.60 |
Also Check: DU Courses and Fees 2026
Delhi University Cutoff 2026 for Arts College-wise
Delhi University Arts Cutoff 2026 remained highly competitive across both CSAS rounds. In Round 1, Hindu College recorded the highest Political Science cutoff at 958.71, which marginally eased to 956.26 in Round 2. St. Stephen's College continued to lead History with 922.44 in both rounds, while its English cutoff declined from 917.47 to 902.59 and Economics from 891.97 to 885.77.
Political Science emerged as the most competitive Arts programme, with multiple colleges recording 900+ minimum allocation scores in both the Rounds, highlighting the strong demand for top Arts courses in DU Admission 2026.
The section below covers the Delhi University Cutoff 2026 for various affiliated colleges offering Arts courses.
Hindu College Cutoff 2026 for Arts
Hindu College remained one of the most competitive colleges for Arts admissions in DU 2026. B.A. (Hons.) Political Science recorded the highest cutoff at 958.71. The table below shows the official Round 1 and Round 2 cutoffs for major Arts courses.
Read More: Hindu College Admissions 2026
| Arts Course | DU Cutoff 2026 (Round 1 UR) | DU Cutoff 2026 (Round 2) |
|---|---|---|
| BA (Hons.) Political Science | 958.71 | 956.26 |
| BA (Hons.) History | 908.79 | 908.79 |
| BA (Hons.) Sociology | 895.87 | 890.26 |
| BA (Hons.) English | 889.41 | 885.72 |
| BA (Hons.) Economics | 880.76 | 877.84 |
| BA (Hons.) Philosophy | 849.10 | 849.10 |
| BA (Hons.) Hindi | 725.12 | 722.70 |
| BA Programme (English + Economics) | 907.68 | 907.68 |
Miranda House Cutoff 2026 for Arts
Miranda House remained one of the top choices for Arts aspirants during DU CSAS UG 2026 Round 1. B.A. (Hons.) Political Science recorded the highest cutoff at 930.61 in Round 1 and 930.04 in Round 2, while History and Geography also witnessed very high competition. The table below lists the official Round 1 and Round 2 minimum allocation scores.
Check: Miranda House Admissions 2026
| Arts Course | DU Cutoff 2026 (Round 1 UR) | DU Cutoff 2026 (Round 2 UR) |
|---|---|---|
| BA (Hons.) Political Science | 930.60 | 930.04 |
| BA (Hons.) History | 883.98 | 882.70 |
| BA (Hons.) Geography | 876.96 | 876.95 |
| BA (Hons.) Sociology | 852.26 | 850.60 |
| BA (Hons.) English | 851.95 | 851.33 |
| BA (Hons.) Economics | 834.86 | 831.25 |
| BA (Hons.) Philosophy | 824.02 | 822.41 |
| BA (Hons.) Hindi | 590.25 | 573.39 |
| BA Programme (Economics + Political Science) | 911.20 | 904.16 |
| BA Programme (History + Political Science) | 891.95 | 886.27 |
Lady Shri Ram College (LSR) Cutoff 2026 for Arts
Lady Shri Ram College (LSR) remained one of the most preferred colleges for Arts admissions in DU CSAS UG 2026 Round 1. B.A. (Hons.) History recorded the highest cutoff at 856.43 in Round 1 and 852.92 in Round 2, followed closely by Economics and English, highlighting the strong competition across the college's leading Humanities programmes.
Check: Lady Shri Ram College Admission 2026
| Arts Course | DU Cutoff 2026 (Round 1 UR) | DU Cutoff 2026 (Round 2 UR) |
|---|---|---|
| BA (Hons.) History | 856.43 | 852.92 |
| BA (Hons.) Economics | 851.22 | 848.31 |
| BA (Hons.) English | 845.02 | 839.00 |
| BA (Hons.) Sociology | 858.30 | 858.30 |
| BA (Hons.) Philosophy | 938.09 | 810.51 |
| BA (Hons.) Hindi | 566.04 | 533.95 |
| BA (Hons.) Sanskrit | 162.75 | 420.32 |
Hansraj College Cutoff 2026 for Arts
Hansraj College remained one of the top choices for Arts aspirants in DU Cutoff 2026, with Economics (849.24) and History (879.85) recording the highest Round 1 cutoffs.
Check: Hansraj College Admission 2026
| Arts Course | DU Cutoff 2026 (Round 1 UR) | DU Cutoff 2026 (Round 2 UR) |
|---|---|---|
| BA (Hons.) Political Science | - | - |
| BA (Hons.) History | 879.85 | 875.92 |
| BA (Hons.) Economics | 849.24 | 846.25 |
| BA (Hons.) English | 842.48 | 833.75 |
| BA (Hons.) Philosophy | 811.70 | 805.52 |
| BA (Hons.) Hindi | 632.13 | 607.14 |
| BA (Hons.) Sanskrit | 186.88 | 186.88 |
| BA Programme (Commerce + Economics) | 887.29 | 886.72 |
| BA Programme (Economics + History) | 860.77 | 855.24 |
Ramjas College (North Campus) remained a popular choice for Arts aspirants during DU CSAS UG 2026 Round 1, B.A. (Hons.) Political Science registered the highest cutoff at 891.90, while History, Economics, and English also recorded strong competition. The table below shows the official Round 1 and Round 2 minimum allocation scores.
Check: Ramjas College Courses & Fees 2026
| Arts Course | DU Cutoff 2026 (Round 1 UR) | DU Cutoff 2026 (Round 2 UR) |
|---|---|---|
| BA (Hons.) Political Science | 891.89 | 888.96 |
| BA (Hons.) History | 847.06 | 841.45 |
| BA (Hons.) Economics | 826.34 | 820.78 |
| BA (Hons.) English | 813.77 | 802.58 |
| BA (Hons.) Hindi | 527.73 | 483.23 |
| BA (Hons.) Sanskrit | 277.85 | 287.18 |
Kirori Mal College Cutoff 2026 for Arts
Kirori Mal College remained a popular choice for Arts aspirants during DU CSAS UG 2026 Round 1. B.A. (Hons.) Political Science recorded the highest cutoff at 905.62, while History, Economics, and English also witnessed strong competition. The table below shows the official Round 1 and Round 2 minimum allocation scores.
Check: Kirori Mal College Courses & Fees 2026
| Arts Course | DU Cutoff 2026 (Round 1 UR) | DU Cutoff 2026 (Round 2 UR) |
|---|---|---|
| BA (Hons.) Political Science | 905.62 | 904.71 |
| BA (Hons.) History | 859.13 | 854.02 |
| BA (Hons.) Economics | 836.64 | 833.15 |
| BA (Hons.) English | 826.95 | 815.61 |
| BA (Hons.) Hindi | 572.37 | 553.33 |
| BA (Hons.) Sanskrit | 220.87 | 220.87 |
| BA Programme (Economics + Political Science) | 892.45 | 883.84 |
| BA Programme (History + Political Science) | 881.63 | 880.84 |
Sri Venkateswara College Cutoff 2026 for Arts
Sri Venkateswara College continued to attract high-scoring CUET candidates during DU CSAS 2026. Political Science emerged as the most competitive Arts programme, with History, Economics, and English also recording strong demand. Check the official Round 1 and Round 2 cutoffs below.
Check: Sri Venkateswara Courses & Fees 2026
| Arts Course | DU Cutoff 2026 (Round 1 UR) | DU Cutoff 2026 (Round 2 UR) |
|---|---|---|
| BA (Hons.) Political Science | 878.73 | 873.47 |
| BA (Hons.) History | 834.27 | 824.09 |
| BA (Hons.) Economics | 827.30 | 820.76 |
| BA (Hons.) English | 807.17 | 793.13 |
| BA (Hons.) Hindi | 469.58 | 425.71 |
| BA (Hons.) Sanskrit | 278.24 | 278.24 |
| BA Programme (History + Political Science) | 843.60 | 841.94 |
DU Cutoff 2026 vs 2025: Stream-wise Comparison
- Arts: Arts courses remained the most competitive in both 2025 and 2026, with Political Science, History, English, Economics, and Sociology recording the highest cutoffs.
- Commerce: B.Com and B.Com (Hons.) continued to witness high competition, with top colleges maintaining 900+ or near-900 UR cutoffs in both years.
- Science: Most B.Sc. (Hons.) programmes showed relatively stable cutoffs, with only minor increases or decreases compared to 2025.
- Overall: Compared to 2025, DU Cutoff 2026 showed mixed trends, with higher cutoffs for some popular courses and slight declines in others.
| College | Course | 2025 Cutoff | 2026 Cutoff | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu College | B.A. (Hons.) Political Science | 912.22 | 958.71 | +46.49 |
| Hindu College | B.A. (Hons.) History | 890.57 | 908.80 | +18.23 |
| Hindu College | B.A. (Hons.) Sociology | 891.99 | 895.88 | +3.89 |
| Hindu College | B.A. (Hons.) Philosophy | 865.00 | 849.11 | −15.89 |
| Miranda House | B.A. (Hons.) Political Science | 925.98 | 930.61 | +4.63 |
| Miranda House | B.A. (Hons.) History | 894.64 | 883.98 | −10.66 |
| Miranda House | B.A. (Hons.) English | 863.02 | 851.96 | −11.06 |
| Miranda House | B.A. (Hons.) Economics | 850.31 | 834.86 | −15.45 |
| Miranda House | B.A. (Hons.) Sociology | 841.50 | 852.26 | +10.76 |
| Kirori Mal College | B.A. (Hons.) Political Science | 909.69 | 885.46 | −24.23 |
| Kirori Mal College | B.A. (Hons.) History | 854.48 | 850.27 | −4.21 |
| Kirori Mal College | B.A. (Hons.) English | 840.79 | 812.61 | −28.18 |
| Kirori Mal College | B.A. (Hons.) Economics | 850.16 | 817.46 | −32.70 |
In 2025, Political Science recorded the highest Cutoff with 950.58 at Hindu College, followed by Miranda House at 925.98. English was highly competitive too, with St. Stephen’s College at 926.93 and Hindu College at 885.76. Psychology saw strong demand at LSR (926.12), while History and Economics also remained high, with Hindu College at 914.38 for History and Economics ranging between 888-904 in top colleges.
| College | BA (Hons) English | BA (Hons) History | BA (Hons) Pol. Science | BA (Hons) Economics | BA (Hons)Psychology |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu College | 885.76 | 914.38 | 950.58 | 888.17 | - |
| Miranda House (W) | 863.02 | 894.63 | 925.98 | 850.30 | - |
| Lady Shri Ram (LSR, W) | 856.58 | 867.79 | 915.69 | 874.39 | 926.12 |
| St. Stephen’s College | 926.93 | 918.72 | 726.19 | 904.62 | - |
| Hansraj College | 851.11 | 875.01 | - | 864.50 | - |
| Kirori Mal College | 840.78 | 854.47 | 909.69 | 850.16 | - |
| Ramjas College | 824.26 | 846.31 | 894.94 | 841.15 | - |
| Sri Venkateswara College | 816.25 | 830.92 | 875.07 | 842.74 | - |
| Atma Ram Sanatan Dharma (ARSD) | 776.72 | 798.03 | 823.86 | 793.95 | - |
| Daulat Ram College (W) | 782.12 | 818.18 | 843.33 | 794.68 | 874.15 |
| Gargi College (W) | 776.56 | 776.26 | 818.82 | 799.77 | 822.73 |
| Other South/Evening Colleges | 780 | 800 | 820 | 810 | 820 |
For complete details, refer to the official DU Cutoff 2025 PDF (Round-wise minimum allocation scores) available on the CSAS admission portal.
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DU Arts College-wise Cut- off 2025
The tables below present the college-wise Cutoffs for Arts courses in Delhi University (DU) for 2025 across the top 5 colleges.
Hindu College Cutoff 2025 for Arts
These are the First Round DU Cutoffs for 2025 for Hindu College, with the highest being 950.58 for BA (Hons.) Political Science at Hindu College (North Campus) and 936.18 for the BA Programme (History + Political Science). For 2026, Cutoffs are expected to be similar or slightly higher by 5-15 marks in Round 1.
| Arts Course | Actual CUET Score 2025 (General) |
|---|---|
| BA (Hons) Political Science | 950.58 |
| BA (Hons) English | 885.76 |
| BA (Hons) History | 914.38 |
| BA (Hons) Economics | 888.17 |
| BA (Hons) Sociology | 891.99 |
| BA (Hons) Hindi | 753.61 |
| BA (Hons) Philosophy (Hindi + Philosophy) | 810.47 |
| BA Programme (History + Pol Sci) | 936.18 |
Miranda House Cutoff 2025 for Arts
At Miranda House, Political Science has the highest Cutoff (925.98), with Geography and History also highly competitive.
Cutoffs typically drop by 15-50 marks in later rounds, and the college remains one of the most competitive women’s colleges in DU.
| Arts Course | Actual CUET Score 2025 (General) |
|---|---|
| BA (Hons) Political Science | 925.98 |
| BA (Hons) English | 863.02 |
| BA (Hons) History | 894.64 |
| BA (Hons) Economics | 850.31 |
| BA (Hons) Geography | 889.06 |
| BA (Hons) Sociology | 841.50 |
| BA (Hons) Hindi | 602.00 |
| BA (Hons) Philosophy | 798.16 |
Lady Shri Ram College Cutoff 2025 for Arts
At Lady Shri Ram College for Women, Psychology has one of the highest DU Cutoffs (926.53), followed by highly competitive Political Science (915.70) and Journalism (876.79).
Cutoffs typically drop by 15-50 marks in later rounds.
| Arts Course | Actual CUET Score 2025 (General) |
|---|---|
| BA (Hons) Political Science | 915.70 |
| BA (Hons) English | 856.58 |
| BA (Hons) Psychology | 926.53 |
| BA (Hons) Economics | 874.39 |
| BA (Hons) History | 867.79 |
| BA (Hons) Sociology | 849.96 |
| BA (Hons) Hindi | 579.05 |
| BA (Hons) Philosophy | 793.77 |
| BA (Hons) Journalism | 876.79 |
Hansraj College Cutoff 2025 for Arts
At Hansraj College, History and Economics saw strong Cutoffs, while Philosophy remained competitive at 827.47, and Hindi had the lowest among these courses.
Cutoffs typically drop by 15-50+ marks in later rounds, improving chances of admission.
| Arts Course | Actual CUET Score 2025 (General) |
|---|---|
| B.A. (Hons.) Philosophy | 827.47 |
| BA (Hons) English | 851.11 |
| BA (Hons) History | 875.01 |
| BA (Hons) Economics | 864.50 |
| B.A Program(Philosophy + PhysicalEducation) | 741.67 |
| BA (Hons) Hindi | 644.38 |
Ramjas College Cutoff 2025 for Arts
At Ramjas College, BA (Hons) Political Science had the highest Cutoff (894.95), with English and Economics also highly competitive, while Hindi and Sanskrit had much lower Cutoffs.
BA Programme Cutoffs vary by combination, and overall Cutoffs drop by 15-60 marks in later rounds.
| Arts Course | Actual CUET Score 2025 (General) |
| BA (Hons) Political Science | 894.95 |
| BA (Hons) English | 824.27 |
| BA Programme | 739 - 825 (varies by combination; most popular combos 780-825) |
| BA (Hons) Economics | 841.16 |
| BA (Hons) Hindi | 527.78 |
| BA (Hons) Sanskrit | 358.31 |
How to Check DU Cutoff?
- Visit the official Delhi University admission website: https://admission.uod.ac.in/
- Open the UG Admissions 2026-27 section on the homepage
- Click on the UG Minimum Allocation Score (round-wise link)
- Download the PDF and search for your course and college
- Log in to the CSAS dashboard using your CUET application number and password
- Check your allocated seat and the exact cutoff score
Note: The CSAS dashboard gives the most accurate and personalized details.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Ques. What is the highest Cutoff for Arts courses in DU?
Ans. The highest Cutoff in DU Arts for 2025 was 950.58/1000 for BA (Hons.) Political Science at Hindu College, making it the highest across all DU courses.Other top Cutoffs were also very high, including BA (Hons.) Psychology at Lady Shri Ram College for Women (~926-948), BA (Hons.) Political Science at Miranda House (~925.98), and BA Programme (History + Political Science) at Hindu College (~936.18), highlighting the intense competition for top DU Arts courses.
Ques. Are DU Cutoffs different for every college?
Ans. Yes, DU Cutoffs vary by both college and course. Top North Campus colleges like Hindu College, Miranda House, Lady Shri Ram College for Women, Hansraj College, and Kirori Mal College usually have higher Cutoffs, while South Campus and off-campus colleges tend to have comparatively lower Cutoffs.
Ques. Will DU Arts 2026 Cutoffs be higher or the same as 2025?
Ans. DU Arts Cutoffs for 2026 are expected to remain similar or slightly higher, especially for top courses like Political Science, English, and Psychology, due to increasing competition. For a safer margin, it is advisable to aim 10-20 marks above the 2025 Cutoff levels.
Ques. How many rounds of DU Cutoffs are released?
Ans. Delhi University typically releases 3 to 5 rounds of Cutoffs (allocation lists), followed by a Spot Round or Special Drive to fill remaining vacant seats. The Cutoff scores generally decrease in each subsequent round, giving more students a chance to secure admission.
Ques. Does the BA Programme have a lower Cutoff than BA (Hons.) in DU?
Ans. Yes, in Delhi University (DU), the BA Programme usually has a lower Cutoff than BA (Hons.) courses, typically by around 50-150 marks, since honours programs are more specialized and have higher demand.
Ques. What is a safe score for DU Arts?
Ans. A safe score for DU Arts ranges from 880-950+ for top colleges, 750-850 for good colleges, and 600+ for securing a seat in later rounds across various colleges.
Ques. How much relaxation do reserved categories get in DU Cutoffs?
Ans. In Delhi University, reserved categories receive a relaxation in Cutoff scores compared to the General category, though the exact difference varies by course and college. Typically, OBC candidates may see Cutoffs around 50-150 marks lower, EWS candidates around 30-100 marks lower, SC candidates around 150-250 marks lower, and ST candidates around 200-300+ marks lower.
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