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Delhi University Opens UG Admission Phase II
The University of Delhi has officially started **Phase II of the Common Seat Allocation System (CSAS) 2026** for undergraduate admissions. Students who completed Phase I registration can now select their preferred colleges and courses based on their CUET UG 2026 scores.
The preference-filling window will remain open until **11 July 2026**, while the **first seat allotment list will be released on 16 July 2026**. Students are advised to carefully arrange their college preferences, as this can significantly impact their admission chances.
Major Admission Update: Board Marks May Get Weightage
A major proposal under consideration by the Ministry of Education suggests giving **up to 50% weightage to Class 12 board examination marks** along with entrance examinations like NEET and JEE.
Although this proposal has **not yet been implemented**, it reflects the government's intention to reduce the pressure of relying solely on one entrance examination. Students should continue preparing according to the current admission rules until any official announcement is made.
IITs Launch India's First Bachelor of Cybersecurity Programme
In a significant development, IIT Madras and IIT Kanpur have jointly introduced India's first Bachelor of Cybersecurity programme. The initiative aims to address the country's growing demand for skilled cybersecurity professionals and create new career opportunities in the technology sector.
Other Important Admission Updates
* Haryana has extended the registration deadline for undergraduate admissions.
* NIFT Counselling 2026 Round 2 choice filling has started.
* Rajasthan University has released its first undergraduate merit list.
* MHT CET CAP counselling registrations for engineering admissions are now open.
Advice for Students
Students seeking admission in Engineering, Medical, Management, or other professional courses should:
* Complete counselling registrations before the deadlines.
* Keep all academic documents ready for verification.
* Fill college preferences carefully after analysing previous cut-offs.
* Track official counselling schedules regularly to avoid missing important dates.
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**Q1. When will Delhi University release the first UG seat allotment?**
The first CSAS UG seat allotment is scheduled for **16 July 2026**.
**Q2. Has the 50% board marks rule for NEET and JEE been implemented?**
No. It is currently under discussion and has not been officially implemented.
**Q3. Which new programme has IIT Madras and IIT Kanpur launched?**
They have jointly launched India's first Bachelor of Cybersecurity programme.
**Q4. Should students change their preparation strategy now?**
No. Students should continue following the existing admission rules until any official notification is issued.
