DU PhD Admission 2026: Applications Open for 4-Year UG Students, Check Eligibility

The University of Delhi (DU) has opened applications for PhD admission 2026-27 for eligible students who have completed four-year undergraduate programmes at the university or its affiliated colleges under the NEP and UGCF framework.

According to the university's admission website, the dedicated PhD admission route is specifically for four-year undergraduate students of the University of Delhi.

The registration process began on August 27, 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their applications until September 6, 2026 through the DU admission portal.

DU PhD Admission 2026: Important Dates

Candidates should complete the application before the deadline rather than wait until the final day, particularly if they need to resolve document or eligibility-related issues.

The admission route is intended for candidates who have completed a four-year undergraduate programme from the University of Delhi or its colleges.

As per the admission information provided for the 2026-27 process:

• UR/OBC-NCL/EWS candidates: Minimum 7.5 CGPA
• SC/ST/PwBD candidates: Minimum 7.0 CGPA
• Candidates must have completed the eligible four-year undergraduate programme under the prescribed DU framework.
• Eligible candidates will have to appear for a test conducted by the concerned Department/University.

The university's Academic Affairs website also lists updated guidelines concerning the fourth-year academic tracks under UGCF, including changes applicable from the 2026-27 academic session.

DU PhD Application Fee 2026

The application fee is non-refundable and is charged separately for each programme.

• UR/OBC-NCL/EWS: ₹250 per programme
• SC/ST/PwBD: ₹100 per programme

Candidates should check the programme-specific requirements before submitting an application, as meeting the broad four-year UG eligibility criteria does not by itself guarantee admission to a particular PhD programme.

How to Apply for DU PhD Admission 2026

Eligible candidates can apply through the University of Delhi's official admission system. The university's admission portal currently lists a dedicated section for PhD Admissions 2026-27 for four-year undergraduate students.

Applicants should keep their academic records and other required documents ready and carefully enter their details while completing the registration process.

The university has also provided a PhD admission helpdesk email, [email protected], for admission-related queries.

What This DU Admission Route Means

The admission process provides an academic progression route for students completing four-year undergraduate programmes at DU under the NEP-aligned structure. It also reflects the university's continuing implementation of four-year UG academic pathways and research-oriented tracks.

Candidates interested in applying should check the latest programme-specific admission notice and eligibility requirements on DU's official admission website before submitting the form.