The University of Delhi (DU) has updated the eligibility criteria for admission to BA (Hons) English through CUET UG 2025, a significant revision that aspiring students need to take note of. On March 19, 2025, DU officially published the updated guidelines, stating that candidates must now appear for the English paper on the CUET 2025 exam and include any three subjects from the newly defined 'List B'. This information is clearly outlined in the DU admission brochure for the 2025 academic session.
To secure a spot in DU's BA (Hons) English program for 2025, students have two subject combinations to choose from for CUET 2025. The first combination requires English (from List A) along with any three subjects from List B, while the second allows candidates to select English and one additional language (also from List A) plus any two subjects from List B. The final merit list for admissions will be based on students' highest CUET score derived from these combinations.
Moreover, DU has made significant changes to the subject lists utilized for undergraduate admissions, allotting subjects into two categories. List A contains 14 language subjects, which include English, Hindi, Bengali, and several others, while List B encompasses 22 domain-specific subjects such as Accountancy, Business Studies, and Economics. Notably, five subjects have been removed from List B: Legal Studies, Engineering Graphics, Teacher Training, Entrepreneurship, and Knowledge Tradition & Practices of India.
DU's announcement has made it clear that the admissions will only be conducted through CUET UG scores, barring exceptions for students from the School of Open Learning (SOL), Non-Collegiate Women Education Board (NCWEB), and foreign applicants. As per the latest update, the availability of BA (Hons) English seats has been disclosed across 47 colleges within DU. However, details regarding seat numbers at Aryabhatta College are yet to be released. The category-wise distribution of seats varies across colleges like Hindu College, Hansraj College, St. Stephen’s College, and Miranda House.
As candidates prepare for applications, it is imperative they cautiously review the updated eligibility criteria and subject requirements. To facilitate this, the detailed DU UG admissions brochure for 2025 is available through the Common Seat Allocation System (CSAS) portal on admission.uod.ac.in.
In related news, the Delhi University has emphasized the importance of aligning chosen CUET subjects with those studied in Class 12. Candidates must appear for the CUET (UG) 2025 in the same subjects they studied in their last academic year, a requirement aimed at maintaining the integrity and quality of admissions. Any mismatched subjects could lead to disqualification from the admission process.
This adherence is critical since DU will rely solely on CUET (UG) scores for assessing applications for undergraduate programs in the upcoming session, set to begin in 2025-26. The National Testing Agency (NTA) has set the CUET UG 2025 registration deadline for March 22, 2025, with the exam scheduled to take place from May 8, 2025, to June 1, 2025.
Another important note is that the payment window for CUET UG 2025 registration will remain open until March 23, 2025, at 11:50 PM. After this deadline, no further applications will be accepted, highlighting the need for students to complete their registration ahead of schedule.
As the administrators ensure a smooth admission process, potential students have raised concerns about technical issues encountered during CUET UG registration. Many candidates reported issues such as failing to receive One-Time Passwords (OTPs) necessary for completing their registration, difficulties with captcha visibility, and server downtimes that hinder access to the application portal. This has led students to advocate for an extension of the registration deadline to allow adequate time for resolution of these problems.
DU's admissions team has not yet made an official announcement regarding the possibility of extending the registration timeline. However, students remain hopeful that the NTA will address these concerns and provide additional time for registration, ensuring all applicants have an equal opportunity to apply effectively.
In conclusion, it is vital for students aspiring for BA (Hons) English at DU to stay informed about these updates. The alterations in eligibility criteria and subject combinations underline the importance of preparation and timely action, including the need to select CUET subjects that align with their Class 12 studies, so they can secure their place in one of India's premier educational institutions.
