About Delhi University Entrance Test

About DUET 2021

Delhi University Entrance Test (DUET) is one of the most renowned entrance examinations that is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). There are several colleges, most of which are the top colleges of the country, under Delhi University that provide admission based on the scores of the DUET exam. However, there is also an option for merit based admissions. DUET is conducted once a year and the exam duration is 2 hours.

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DUET Important Dates 2021 Exam

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Important dates for the DUET 2021 exam, such as application form, admit card, exam, and result, are listed below. Candidates must go through the dates related to the DUET exam from the table mentioned below:

For UG courses

For PG courses

DUET Eligibility Criteria 2021

Before beginning to fill the application for the DUET 2021, it is advised that the candidates should go through the following eligibility criteria to avoid the rejection or cancellation of the application form. The following information is related to the Eligibility Criteria for the DUET 2021.

For Undergraduate Courses

For Postgraduate Courses

DUET Registration Process 2021

As per the timeline provided above, candidates have to register through the official website of DU. The next step is filling the application form, uploading documents and making the payment (debit or credit card or net banking). The application fee will vary according to the category of the aspirant. You can check out the table below. The fee is non-refundable under any circumstances. Application forms will be available online on the official website. Application forms will be available from the first week of March 2021 for UG courses (entrance based). For PG courses, the application forms will be available from the first week of March 2021. Candidates are required to fill all the required details i.e. educational, personal and communication etc.

DUET Exam Registration Process 2021

Candidates who want to participate in the DUET exam 2021 have to apply for the exam by filling the application form through the official website. It is an online process that involves the following steps:

Step 1: Registration

• Visit the official website of DUET – Click Here
• Click on the link Fill DUET 2021 Registration Form.
• Click on New Registration after which you will be redirected to the registration page where you have to click on the Click here to proceed.

Step 2: Fill DUET online application form 2021

• After doing the registration process the form will have appeared in front of you and you have to fill in all the required details in it.
• Also select the course you are opted for.

Step 3: Upload Documents

• Upload the scanned photograph (Check the Dimension).
• Upload the scanned signature (Check the Dimension).

Step 4: Fee Payment

• After clicking Save & Next, the fee payment page will be redirected.
• Choose payment mode (Net Banking, Credit card, and Debit Card).
• Click Proceed to pay.

For undergraduate courses

For postgraduate and Ph.D. courses

Step 5: Final Submission

• After completing all the steps mentioned above candidates will have to do the final submission of the DUET form.
• Don’t forget to download the filled-in application form.

DUET Exam Pattern 2021

Before appearing for any exam it is so much necessary to go through the exam pattern so that there will be no chaos at that time.

For Undergraduate Courses

• Question Type: MCQ
• Time: 120 minutes
• Marks: 360 marks
• Total questions: 100 questions
• Correct Answer: 04 marks per question
• Marks for Wrong Answer: 01 marks per question

Note: For admission to Music courses, the entrance test will be of a practical nature

Courses Offered by DUET 2021

DUET Exam Centres 2021

The test centers of the Delhi University Entrance Test are spread all over the country in cities like:

Note: Due to the unprecedented pandemic, DUET 2021 will be conducted online. However, there is no official notice regarding so as of yet. It is advisable to keep checking the official website of DU.

DUET Preparation Tips

• Getting into DU is many students’ dream. The entrance test is naturally a little difficult considering its reputation. The candidate needs to have a good understanding of the subject one is applying for.
• Depending on the course that you are applying for, your preparation strategy should vary. However, for whichever program you want to take up, a thorough understanding of the syllabus and the exam pattern is necessary. Hit the college libraries and do as much research as possible.
• After you get a grip on these, prepare a strategy based on your own needs. Make a routine and no matter what happens, follow it at any cost.
• Look for old question papers and solve as many as you can. That would give you an idea of the exam pattern and help you decide which topics to stress.
• Eat healthily and get enough amount of sleep to process information and also for the best possible outcome.

DUET FAQs 2021

Q1. What is the duration of DUET 2021?

A1. The duration shall be 2 hours. 

Q2. In how many languages will the DUET 2021 exam be available?

A2. DUET questions are available only in the English language.

Q3. What is the total number of questions in the DUET 2021 Exam?

A3. A total of 100 Questions will be asked in the DUET 2021 Exam.

Q4. What is the DUET 2020 Application fee?

A4. The Application fee for DUET are tabualted below:

UG courses are - Rs. 750 (UR/OBC/other) and Rs. 300 (SC/ ST/ PwD/ EWS). The Application fee for PG/ MPhil/ Ph.D. courses are - Rs. 750 (for UR/ OBC/ Other) and Rs. 350 for (SC/ ST/ PwD/ EWS).

Q5. Is there any Negative Marking in DUET 2021?

A5. Yes. Candidates will be awarded 4 marks for each correct answer and 1 mark will be deducted for each wrong answer.

Q6. What are the types of questions that will be asked in DUET 2021? Will there be descriptive questions?

A6. Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) will be asked in the DUET 2021 Exam. No, the descriptive questions will not be asked.

Q7. Can I pay the application fee through the Demand Draft method?

A7. No, the application fee will be submitted only through online mode using debit card/credit card, etc.

Q8. Is it possible for me to apply for more than one course?

A8. Yes, candidates are allowed to apply for more than one course using the ‘Apply Now button.

Q9. When can I select my preferred courses/colleges?

A9. Candidates can select the courses/ colleges at the time of the release of the first cut off. The selection of courses & colleges is only a one-time facility.

Q10. Is it mandatory to sit for DUET 2021 to get admission into Delhi University?

A10. The candidates applying through entrance based admission have to appear for the DUET entrance test. Otherwise, there is an option for merit-based admission too.

Best Wishes to all the DUET aspirants from the CollegeMarg team!