CUET UG 2026 DU CSAS Phase 1 cutoff for the ST category is expected around July 9, 2026; based on 2025 data, ST students can expect composite closing scores between 480 and 810 depending on the programme and college.
Delhi University’s Common Seat Allocation System (CSAS) allocates UG seats across affiliated colleges using CUET UG composite scores. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) category benefits from 7.5% reserved seats in every programme at every DU college, and their Phase 1 closing scores are 150 to 250 marks lower than General category cutoffs for the same programme. Knowing expected cutoffs helps ST students make informed choices during CSAS choice filling before allotment day.
- DU CSAS 2026 Phase 1 allotment result is expected on July 9, 2026.
- In 2025, General category students at top colleges like Hindu College scored 818–950 composite marks across popular programmes; ST students at the same colleges closed 150–250 marks lower.
- For 2026, ST students with a composite score of 700 or above are strong contenders for popular arts and commerce programmes at top DU colleges in Phase 1.
- For mid-range DU colleges, a composite score of 550–650 is expected to secure most arts, commerce, and science programmes under ST quota.
- Less competitive programmes and off-campus colleges may see ST closing scores as low as 480–530.
DU CSAS and ST Category Reservation
DU CSAS is the centralised admission system for all undergraduate programmes at University of Delhi affiliated colleges. Seats are filled purely on CUET UG composite merit score in the subjects required for each chosen programme. The system runs in multiple allotment phases — Phase 1 is the first round and typically shows the highest closing scores of any round.
Under the Government of India reservation policy, 7.5% of seats in every programme at every DU affiliated college are reserved for Scheduled Tribe (ST) students. ST applicants are ranked against each other only, not against General or OBC students. The composite merit score used in CSAS is the sum of CUET UG marks in the language test and the domain subject(s) prescribed for the chosen programme. Students must hold a valid ST caste certificate issued by a competent authority and submit it during document verification to avail this reservation.
DU CSAS ST Cutoff 2025: Previous Year Reference
DU released Round 1 cutoffs for 2025 on July 19, 2025. General category closing composite scores at top colleges like Hindu College were 912 for B.Com (Hons.), 950 for B.A. (Hons.) Political Science, 914 for B.A. (Hons.) History and 818 for B.Sc (Hons.) Mathematics. ST category closing scores were 150 to 250 marks lower at these same colleges, and further lower at mid-range and off-campus colleges. The table below provides indicative ST closing figures based on that spread.
| Programme | General Category Closing 2025 – Top Colleges (Indicative) | ST Category Closing 2025 – Top Colleges (Indicative) |
|---|---|---|
| B.Com (Hons.) | 880–912 | 670–760 |
| B.A. (Hons.) Political Science | 920–950 | 700–800 |
| B.A. (Hons.) Economics | 890–930 | 690–780 |
| B.A. (Hons.) History | 870–914 | 665–765 |
| B.A. (Hons.) English | 860–905 | 650–755 |
| B.Sc (Hons.) Mathematics | 780–818 | 570–668 |
| B.Sc (Hons.) Physics | 755–800 | 560–650 |
| B.Sc (Hons.) Computer Science | 800–840 | 600–685 |
| B.Com | 800–850 | 590–680 |
| B.A. Programme | 750–820 | 540–655 |
Indicative figures derived from reported 2025 Round 1 General category cutoffs applying a 150–250 mark ST relaxation. Official ST cutoffs are published on the DU CSAS portal. Mid-range and off-campus colleges show ST closing scores 100–150 marks below the top-college figures above.
Expected CUET UG 2026 DU CSAS ST Cutoff Course-Wise
Based on 2025 trends and anticipated growth in CUET UG 2026 applicant volume, the table below shows expected ST category Phase 1 closing scores for popular DU programmes. These are projections only — official cutoffs will be published on the DU CSAS portal on or after July 9, 2026.
| Programme | CUET Subjects Used for Merit | Expected ST Closing 2026 – Top DU Colleges (Phase 1) | Expected ST Closing 2026 – Mid-Range DU Colleges (Phase 1) |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Com (Hons.) | Language + Accountancy + Business Studies + Mathematics | 680–770 | 560–665 |
| B.A. (Hons.) Political Science | Language + Political Science | 710–810 | 575–670 |
| B.A. (Hons.) Economics | Language + Economics or Mathematics | 700–790 | 565–660 |
| B.A. (Hons.) History | Language + History | 675–775 | 550–650 |
| B.A. (Hons.) English | Language + English | 660–760 | 535–635 |
| B.Sc (Hons.) Mathematics | Language + Mathematics + Physics | 580–675 | 475–575 |
| B.Sc (Hons.) Physics | Language + Physics + Mathematics + Chemistry | 570–660 | 465–560 |
| B.Sc (Hons.) Computer Science | Language + Mathematics + Physics or Computer Science | 610–695 | 500–595 |
| B.Sc (Hons.) Chemistry | Language + Chemistry + Physics | 560–650 | 455–555 |
| B.Com | Language + Accountancy + Business Studies | 600–690 | 500–590 |
| B.A. Programme | Language + Any 2 Domain Subjects | 550–660 | 480–570 |
ST students with a composite CUET score of 700 or above are well-placed for most arts and commerce programmes at top DU colleges in Phase 1 of 2026. For science programmes, where the subject pool is narrower, a composite score of 580 and above is competitive at top colleges. At mid-range colleges, nearly all listed programmes remain accessible to ST students scoring 480 and above.
Factors Affecting ST Category Cutoff at DU CSAS
Several variables determine where the final ST closing score lands each year:
- Reserved seat count per programme per college: 7.5% of intake is reserved for ST students. Small seat pools mean even a handful of extra high-scoring applicants can noticeably shift the closing score.
- CUET UG 2026 paper difficulty: A tougher paper compresses score distributions and tends to lower absolute cutoffs, while an easier paper pushes them higher as more students score in the top range.
- Total ST applicants with valid CUET scores: If more ST students qualify and score in the upper band, competition within the reserved pool increases and the closing score rises.
- Choice filling behaviour: Students who fill more programme-college choices and accept upgrades in later phases vacate earlier allotments, which can lower Phase 2 and Phase 3 ST cutoffs relative to Phase 1.
- Seat additions or new programmes: Any increase in ST reserved seats reduces demand pressure and typically lowers closing scores across the board.
CUET UG 2026 DU CSAS ST Category Cutoff FAQs
Ques. When will DU CSAS 2026 Phase 1 cutoff for ST category be released?
Ans. DU CSAS 2026 Phase 1 allotment result is expected on July 9, 2026. Cutoff scores for all categories including ST will be published on the official CSAS portal at ugadmission.uod.ac.in after allotment is processed.
Ques. What is the expected CUET UG 2026 ST category cutoff for B.Com Hons at DU?
Ans. Based on 2025 trends, the expected Phase 1 closing composite score for ST category in B.Com (Hons.) is 680–770 at top DU colleges (such as Hindu College and Ramjas College) and 560–665 at mid-range colleges. Official cutoffs will be announced on the DU CSAS portal post allotment.
Ques. By how many marks is the ST cutoff lower than General at DU CSAS?
Ans. ST category closing composite scores are typically 150 to 250 marks lower than General category cutoffs for the same programme and college. The gap tends to be larger at highly popular colleges and in high-demand programmes like B.A. (Hons.) Political Science and B.Com (Hons.).
Ques. Is there a minimum CUET score required for ST students to register on DU CSAS?
Ans. DU does not prescribe a separate minimum CUET threshold for ST students to register on CSAS. Based on past trends, a composite score of 480 or above gives a reasonable chance at less competitive DU programmes through the ST reserved pool. Scores of 600 and above open up most mid-range college programmes, and 700 and above is competitive for popular courses at top DU colleges.
Ques. What documents do ST students need to submit during DU CSAS 2026 admission?
Ans. ST students must provide a valid Scheduled Tribe caste certificate issued by a competent authority such as a District Magistrate or equivalent officer. The certificate must be in the format prescribed by the Government of India. Without it, the ST reservation is not applied and the application defaults to the General category pool.
Ques. If Phase 1 does not allot my preferred programme, can I get it in Phase 2?
Ans. Yes. DU CSAS runs multiple allotment rounds, and Phase 2 and Phase 3 ST cutoffs are generally equal to or lower than Phase 1 as students upgrade choices or withdraw, freeing reserved seats. Staying active on the CSAS portal and participating in each round is important to improve your allotment outcome.
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