On 15 July 2026, Delhi University (DU) officially set the stage for its highly anticipated DU UG Admissions 2026 season as physical assessments for the Extra-Curricular Activities (ECA) quota commence on July 16. Released through the Common Seat Allocation System (CSAS) portal, the university has issued a detailed, category-wise schedule mapping out the physical trials for 14 distinct creative categories. Aspirants who applied under this supernumerary quota must report directly to their allotted nodal colleges on their scheduled dates, as the university has clarified that no individual email or SMS notifications will be dispatched to candidates.
Comprehensive Category-Wise Trial Timetable
To manage the massive volume of applicants, the university has spread the physical evaluations across multiple days based on specific artistic and extracurricular disciplines:
| Trial Start Date | ECA Categories |
| 16 July 2026 | Dance (Classical, Folk, Western, Choreography), Debate (English & Hindi), Vocal Music, and Theatre |
| 17 July 2026 | Yoga |
| 20 July 2026 | Quiz and Fine Arts (Sketching, Painting, Sculpture) |
| 21 July 2026 | Creative Writing, Instrumental Music (Indian & Western), Digital Media, and Divinity |
Designated Nodal Venues and Essential Candidate Instructions
Each specialized category is assigned to a specific nodal college within the Delhi University network to ensure expert jury evaluations. For instance, Bharati College will host the dance trials, Ramjas College is the designated hub for debate, Miranda House will evaluate theatre aspirants, and Hansraj College will coordinate creative writing tests.
Candidates must report to their assigned centers equipped with all necessary personal gear, including instruments, costumes, or painting materials. Sharing of equipment at the venues is strictly prohibited to maintain decorum. Furthermore, applicants are required to carry their original ECA certificates uploaded during the CSAS registration process along with their CUET 2026 scorecards for immediate physical verification.
Crucial Advisory for Outstation Applicants and Next Steps
Understanding the logistical challenges faced by outstation candidates, Delhi University has issued a dedicated travel advisory. Rather than waiting for individual time slots, students traveling from outside the National Capital Region (NCR) are urged to secure travel tickets and arrange accommodation near their respective nodal venues based on the broader dates announced for their category. In cases of unavoidable travel clashes, students can request a reschedule by emailing.
Notably, applicants under the National Cadet Corps (NCC) and National Service Scheme (NSS) categories are exempt from physical trials; their selections will rely purely on certificate verification. Once the trials conclude, the compiled marks are scheduled to be uploaded on the DU portal on July 25 or July 26, 2026, opening a brief 3-day grievance window before the final merit lists are locked in for the academic term beginning July 28.
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