
| Updated On - Aug 13, 2026
Delhi University has released the Round 1 ECA cutoff for UG admissions 2026 at admission.uod.ac.in. Candidates can now check minimum and maximum CEM allocation scores college-wise and complete seat acceptance within the deadline.

The University of Delhi (DU) has released the Round 1 Extra Curricular Activities (ECA) supernumerary quota cutoff for UG admissions 2026 on the official admission portal at admission.uod.ac.in. The notice, dated August 13, 2026, lists the maximum and minimum Combined ECA Merit (CEM) allocation scores and the allocated colleges for every ECA category.
Candidates who applied through the Common Seat Allocation System (CSAS) portal can now view their allocated college and programme. The cutoff PDF is hosted on the same admission portal and can be downloaded directly.
| Direct Link: DU UG Round 1 ECA Cutoff 2026 Out |
DU ECA Round 1 2026 Cutoff
| ECA Category | Highest CEM Score | Lowest CEM Score |
| Creative Writing (Hindi) | 3468.936 | 2407.113 |
| Creative Writing (English) | 3718.738 | 2917.695 |
| Dance: Indian Classical | 3850.37 | 2927.483 |
| Dance: Indian Folk | 3601.524 | 2347.925 |
| Dance: Western | 3521.881 | 2039.79 |
| Dance: Choreography | 3720.099 | 1530.787 |
| Debate: Hindi | 3487.603 | 2140.986 |
| Debate: English | 3668.331 | 2867.71 |
| Digital Media: Photography | 3402.726 | 2268.715 |
| Digital Media: Film Making | 3256.683 | 2342.173 |
| Digital Media: Animation | 3082.024 | 2607.657 |
| Fine Arts: Sketching & Painting | 3634.088 | 2676.419 |
| Fine Arts: Sculpture | 3023.458 | 2473.462 |
| Music (Vocal): Indian | 3721.835 | 1506.388 |
| Music (Vocal): Western | 3459.833 | 1769.708 |
| Instrumental Indian: Tabla | 3408.808 | 2432.297 |
| Instrumental Indian: Dholak | 2901.914 | 2901.914 |
| Instrumental Indian: Harmonium | 3280.104 | 1487.958 |
| Instrumental Indian: Flute | 3215.779 | 2461.518 |
| Instrumental Indian: Sitar | 3331.15 | 2362.644 |
DU UG ECA Round 1 2026 Key Details
The ECA supernumerary quota admits candidates on the strength of their performance in extra curricular activities alongside their CUET UG 2026 score. The CEM score is the deciding metric for allocation this year.
| Particular | Detail |
| Notification date | August 13, 2026 |
| Total supernumerary seats | 1370 |
| ECA categories | 14 |
| Merit basis | Combined ECA Merit (CEM) score |
| CEM weightage | 75 percent trials or certificates + 25 percent CUET UG |
| Official portal | admission.uod.ac.in |
How Is the CEM Score Calculated?
Under the ECA supernumerary quota, DU does not use a single subject-based cutoff. Instead, it prepares a Combined ECA Merit list for each category.
The trial performance or evaluated certificates carry 75 percent weightage. The remaining 25 percent is drawn from the candidate's CUET UG 2026 normalised score. The final CEM score is then used for Round 1 allocation.
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How to Check the DU UG ECA Round 1 Cutoff 2026?
The Round 1 allocation PDF lists the highest and lowest CEM scores at which a candidate was allotted a college in each ECA category. Follow the steps below to access it.
- Visit the official portal at admission.uod.ac.in.
- Open the notice titled "Round 1 of allocation and admissions - maximum and minimum CEM allocation score and allocated college".
- Download the PDF and search for your ECA category.
- Compare your CEM score with the college-wise minimum score to confirm your allotment.
- Log in to the CSAS dashboard to view your personal allocation status.
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DU ECA Quota Seat Matrix 2026
The 1,370 supernumerary seats are spread across 14 ECA activity categories. The table below summarises the broad categories that carry allotment this year.
| ECA Category Group | Included Activities |
| Music | Indian vocal, Indian instrumental, Western vocal, Western instrumental |
| Dance | Indian classical, Indian folk, Western dance |
| Theatre | Stage acting and street theatre |
| Fine Arts | Painting, sketching, sculpture, digital media |
| Literary | Debate, quiz, creative writing |
| Uniformed services | NCC and NSS |
| Others | Yoga and divinity |
What Should Allotted Candidates Do Next?
Candidates who receive an allotment must complete three steps in order. The window to accept the seat, upload documents for verification, and pay the admission fee opens right after the allocation.
Colleges will verify the uploaded certificates and trial scorecards before confirming admission. Any mismatch in category, class, or activity may lead to cancellation, so read the college notice carefully before submitting.
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How to Raise a Grievance on the ECA Allocation?
DU has already issued a separate advisory for NCC and NSS certificate evaluation grievances. Candidates who feel their CEM score is incorrect can log in to the CSAS portal and use the grievance tab within the stated window. The decision of the university on grievances is final.
The ECA quota offers a rare route into flagship DU colleges beyond pure CUET rank. With 1,370 seats and 14 categories, a strong trial score can lift a mid-range CUET candidate into a top college in this round.
Action Plan for Candidates
- Visit admission.uod.ac.in and download the Round 1 ECA cutoff PDF.
- Note your category wise maximum and minimum CEM score.
- Log in to the CSAS portal and check your personal allocation.
- Accept the allotted seat within the given window.
- Upload all required certificates and identity proofs for verification.
- Pay the admission fee online to lock your seat.
- Track the portal for any grievance or upgrade window updates.
Watch the DU admission portal for the Round 2 ECA allocation list, vacant seat matrix, and any upgrade or spot round schedule that follows.
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