DUET stands for Delhi University Entrance Test. It was conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on behalf of Delhi University. The exam was held to give admission to various undergraduate, postgraduate, M.Phil., and Ph.D. programs offered by the university. Please note that from 2022 onward, many undergraduate courses have moved to CUET-UG, and some PG courses now follow CUET-PG.
This guide is helpful for understanding the old DUET structure, which may still apply to certain PG and research programs.
University-Level Entrance Exam
For Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and Doctoral studies
BA (Hons) in Humanities and Social Sciences
B.Ed., LLB, B.Tech
MA, MSc, MCom, M.Ed., MCA, MBA
M.Phil. and Ph.D. in multiple subjects
Once a year
For UG Courses: Must have passed 12th grade
For PG Courses: Must have a graduation degree
For M.Phil./Ph.D.: Must have a postgraduation degree
Marks required depend on the course and category
Online application only
Steps to apply:
Visit the Delhi University admission portal
Register with email and phone number
Fill in personal, academic details
Upload documents (photo, signature, certificates)
Pay the application fee
Submit the form and print the confirmation
Computer-Based Test (CBT) – online mode
Total Questions: 100 (usually)
Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Duration: 2 hours
Marking Scheme: +4 for correct answers, -1 for wrong answers
The number of questions and subjects may change based on the course
Based on the subject and level of the program
UG Courses: Based on 12th-grade syllabus
PG Courses: Based on graduation-level topics
General areas:
English Language
Logical Reasoning
Quantitative Aptitude
Subject-Specific Knowledge
Application Opens: Around March/April
Admit Card Release: One week before the exam
Exam Date: Usually in June
Result Announcement: July/August
Admission/Counseling: Begins after results
Results are declared online on the DU portal
Includes scores and ranks
Cutoff depends on:
Course applied
Category (General/SC/ST/OBC)
Availability of seats
Shortlisted candidates are invited for counseling or interviews
Available for download on the DU or NTA portal
Students must log in using their credentials
It includes exam center, date, time, and instructions
Know your exam syllabus well
Practice using sample papers and mock tests
Focus on speed and accuracy
Review important concepts from textbooks
Solve previous year question papers
Q1. Is DUET still conducted?
Most UG and PG courses now use CUET. Some research programs may still use DUET.
Q2. Can students from other states apply?
Yes, students from all over India are eligible.
Q3. Is there any age limit to apply for DUET?
No official age limit, but candidates must meet educational qualifications.
Q4. How many times can I attempt DUET?
There is no fixed limit, but candidates must apply fresh each year.
Q5. Is there negative marking in DUET?
Yes, 1 mark is deducted for each wrong answer.
Faculty of Management Studies (FMS)
Department of Commerce
Department of Political Science
Cluster Innovation Centre
Delhi School of Journalism
Law Faculty (for LLB/LLM)
Other departments under Delhi University
After results, qualified students register for counseling
Choose preferred colleges and courses
Seats are given based on rank, preference, and availability
Final admission after document verification and fee payment
Most UG and PG courses now use CUET for admission
DUET may still be conducted for PhD and other special programs
Always check the latest notice on the official website
Official Website:
https://www.du.ac.in