DU B.Tech Admission 2026: Mid-Entry, Spot Round 2, and Quota Admission Schedule Overview
The University of Delhi (DU) has officially released the detailed admission schedule for its flagship B.Tech engineering programs for the academic session 2026-27. The newly announced schedule covers vital counseling stages, including the Mid-Entry Provision, Spot Round 2 Counseling, and Round 2 Allotment for Children/Widows of Personnel of Armed Forces (CW) and DU Ward Quotas. Candidates interested in securing a seat in B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering (CSE), Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE), or Electrical Engineering (EE) offered by the Faculty of Technology, University of Delhi, are advised to closely follow the guidelines and strict deadlines published on the official admission portal at admission.uod.ac.in.
Offered Courses and Departmental Overview
The Faculty of Technology at Delhi University conducts three full-time four-year Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) degree programs designed to foster cutting-edge technical expertise and industry readiness:
- B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (CSE): Focuses on software engineering, algorithm design, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and systems architecture.
- B.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE): Emphasizes semiconductor devices, embedded systems, telecommunications, signal processing, and modern electronic circuit design.
- B.Tech in Electrical Engineering (EE): Covers power systems, control systems, electrical machines, renewable energy technology, and smart grid automation.
Eligibility Criteria for DU B.Tech Admission 2026
Candidates aspiring for admission under the Mid-Entry, Spot Round 2, or Supernumerary Quotas must satisfy the following strict eligibility requirements:
1. Academic Qualifications
- Candidates must have successfully passed the Class 12th Board Examination or its equivalent from a recognized board/university.
- Must have secured at least 60% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) combined.
- Must have passed English as a subject of study in Senior School Certificate Examination (Level 12).
- Relaxation in minimum percentage criteria is provided to reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwBD/EWS) as per Delhi University norms.
2. Competitive Exam Requirement
- All admissions are strictly strictly based on the All India Rank (CRL) achieved in the JEE Main 2026 (Paper 1) conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA).
- No separate entrance test is conducted by the University of Delhi.
Mid-Entry Option & Spot Round 2 Registration Details
The Mid-Entry provision is specifically created for candidates who failed to register during the initial rounds of counseling or whose applications were rejected due to minor discrepancies during initial document verification.
Key Features of Mid-Entry Provision:
- Fee Structure: A non-refundable Mid-Entry fee of Rs. 2,500/- is applicable.
- Seat Allocation Logic: Candidates entering through Mid-Entry will be considered for seat allotment only after accommodating candidates who registered in earlier rounds and held valid higher preferences.
- Eligibility Restriction: Candidates who were offered a seat in prior regular rounds but failed to accept or complete payment are subject to specific eligibility constraints set by DU.
Spot Round 2 Admission Rules:
- Spot Admission rounds are conducted to fill remaining vacant seats across CSE, ECE, and EE streams after regular allocation rounds are completed.
- Candidates already admitted in previous rounds are not eligible to participate in Spot Admissions unless they formally opt for upgrade/forfeiture options specified in the notification.
- Allocations in Spot Round 2 are final and binding; candidates allocated a seat in this round must accept it, or their registration will be cancelled.
Supernumerary Quotas: CW & DU Ward Quota Round 2
Delhi University reserves specialized supernumerary seats under specific categories including:
- CW Quota (Armed Forces Personnel): Allocation follows priority levels (Priority I to Priority IX) as per Government of India directives for dependents of defense forces.
- DU Ward Quota: Applicable to eligible children of teaching and non-teaching staff employed at Delhi University and its constituent colleges.
Step-by-Step Application Guide for DU B.Tech Counseling 2026
Candidates applying for Mid-Entry or Spot Round 2 must complete the application process strictly online by following these steps:
- Visit Official Website: Go to the official DU admission portal at
admission.uod.ac.inand navigate to the B.Tech Admission 2026 section. - Portal Login: Log in using your registered JEE Main 2026 Application Number and Password.
- Fill Mid-Entry / Spot Application: Complete the additional preference entries or application details required for the current round.
- Upload Verification Documents: Ensure accurate digital copies of Class 10th Certificate, Class 12th Marksheet, JEE Main Scorecard, Category/Quota Certificates, and passport-size photographs are properly uploaded.
- Pay Registration Fee: Pay the required Mid-Entry / Spot Round fee online using Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
- Submit & Download Form: Review all entered data carefully, submit the form, and save a PDF copy for future reference.
Documents Required for Physical Document Verification
Once a candidate is allocated a seat in Mid-Entry or Spot Round 2, they must present the following original documents along with self-attested photocopies during college/department verification:
- Class 10th High School Certificate as proof of Date of Birth.
- Class 12th Senior Secondary Mark Sheet and Passing Certificate.
- JEE Main 2026 Official Scorecard indicating CRL and Category Rank.
- Caste / Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS) issued by a competent authority in the prescribed format. (OBC-NCL and EWS certificates must be issued after March 31, 2026).
- CW Category Educational Concession Certificate (ECC) for military quota applicants.
- Ward Quota Employment Certificate for university staff dependents.
- Medical Fitness Certificate from a registered medical practitioner.
- Passport-size photographs (minimum 4 copies).
Important Instructions & Payment Deadlines
All allocated candidates must accept their seat online before the designated cut-off time for the respective round. Failure to accept the seat within the stipulated timeframe will lead to automatic forfeiture of the seat claim. After seat approval by the Convenor/Dean, candidates must pay the admission fee online through their portal dashboard to secure their admission.