DAV College Chandigarh conducts Admission 2026 for most courses as a college affiliated with Punjab University. Students can apply for more than 15 UG and 15 PG courses in arts, science, and commerce. The total course fee is INR 61,923 for BA, INR 72,660 for BCom, INR 80,821 for B.Sc, and INR 1,39,000 for BCA.

Admission to BA, B.Sc, BCA, and BBA is based on Class 12 marks. BCom seats are allotted through the centralized DHE Chandigarh portal. For PG courses, the college uses graduation marks, while M.Sc Physics, Chemistry, Zoology, and Biotechnology give 50% weightage to OCET and 50% weightage to graduation marks.

DAV College Chandigarh Admission Portal 2026: admission.davchd.ac.in

  • BCom-I admission is handled through the DHE Chandigarh portal at dhe.chd.gov.in. BA, B.Sc, BCA, and BBA applications are submitted through the college admission portal.
  • Reservation is followed as per Chandigarh Administration (UT) and Punjab University norms for 2026-27.
  • The online application fee is INR 850. It is non-refundable and can be paid by debit card, credit card, or net banking.
  • B.Sc Biotechnology applicants must have at least 50% marks in Class 12 in the Medical or Non-Medical stream.
  • For PG admission, students need at least 50% marks in graduation from a recognised university.

Direct Admission at DAV College Chandigarh: DAV College Chandigarh does not have a management quota. Admission is given through merit and Punjab University rules. BCom allotment is done by DHE Chandigarh.

DAV College Chandigarh UG Admission 2026

At the UG level, DAV College Chandigarh offers BA, BCom, BCA, BBA, B.Sc, BA B.Ed, and B.Voc Medical Lab Technology under the National Education Policy 2020 framework. Seat intake includes 1,000 seats for BA, 280 seats for BCom, 120 seats for BCA, and 120 seats for BBA.

DAV College Chandigarh UG Eligibility and Selection Criteria 2026

Programme Eligibility Selection Criteria
BA / BA (Hons) / BA (Hons with Research) Passed 10+2 or equivalent from a recognised board under Punjab University norms Merit based on Class 12 aggregate marks
B.Sc / B.Sc (Hons) / B.Sc (Hons with Research) 10+2 with Science subjects meeting Punjab University requirements Merit based on Class 12 aggregate marks
B.Sc Biotechnology (Hons) 10+2 with Medical or Non-Medical stream. Minimum 50% aggregate marks Merit based on Class 12 aggregate marks
BCom / BCom (Hons) Passed 10+2 from any recognised board Centralized allotment via DHE Chandigarh portal, dhe.chd.gov.in
BCA Passed 10+2 from a recognised board Merit based on Class 12 aggregate marks
BBA Passed 10+2 from a recognised board Merit based on Class 12 aggregate marks
BA B.Ed (4-Year Integrated) Passed 10+2 with minimum marks as per Punjab University norms Merit based on Class 12 marks
B.Voc Medical Lab Technology Passed 10+2 with Science from a recognised board Merit based on Class 12 aggregate marks

DAV College Chandigarh UG Selection Process 2026

For BA, B.Sc, BCA, and BBA, DAV College Chandigarh prepares merit using Class 12 marks. The college does not hold its own entrance test for these UG courses. BCom admission is different because the seat allotment is managed by DHE Chandigarh.

  • The college shows the provisional merit list on admission.davchd.ac.in after applications close.
  • Students whose names appear in the merit list must submit documents and pay the fee within the given admission window.
  • For BCom, students have to register and enter college preferences at dhe.chd.gov.in.
  • SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PwD, Sports, and other category reservations are applied as per Chandigarh UT and Punjab University 2026-27 guidelines.

How to Apply for UG at DAV College Chandigarh?

  1. Go to admission.davchd.ac.in and register using an email ID and mobile number.
  2. Enter personal details, academic details, and subject choices in the online form.
  3. Upload the required documents, including the Class 12 marksheet and category certificate, if needed.
  4. Pay the online application fee of INR 850.
  5. For BCom, also register at dhe.chd.gov.in and fill in college preferences.
  6. Check the college portal for the provisional merit list.
  7. After selection, complete document submission and fee payment within the admission deadline.
  8. Get the final admission confirmation from the college office.

UG Course Fees at DAV College Chandigarh 2026

Programme Duration Total Course Fee
BA / BA (Hons) 3 years INR 61,923
BCom / BCom (Hons) 3 years INR 72,660
B.Sc 3 years INR 80,821
BCA 3 years INR 1,39,000

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

DAV College Chandigarh PG Admission 2026

DAV College Chandigarh offers MA, M.Sc, and M.Com courses at the PG level. Most PG selections are made through graduation marks. For M.Sc Physics, Chemistry, Zoology, and Biotechnology, the merit score is made from OCET and graduation marks in equal parts.

DAV College Chandigarh PG Eligibility and Selection Criteria 2026

Programme Eligibility Selection Criteria
MA (English, Sociology, Economics, Psychology, Public Administration) Graduation in relevant or allied subject with minimum 50% from a recognised university Merit based on graduation marks
M.Sc Mathematics B.Sc (Maths) or equivalent with minimum 50% Merit based on graduation marks
M.Sc Physics / Chemistry / Zoology / Biotechnology B.Sc in relevant science subject with minimum 50% 50% weight to OCET conducted by Punjab University plus 50% graduation marks
M.Com / M.Com (Business Economics) BCom or equivalent with minimum 50% from a recognised university Merit based on graduation marks

DAV College Chandigarh PG Selection Process 2026

  • For MA, M.Com, and M.Sc Mathematics, the college uses graduation aggregate marks for admission. A higher percentage gives a better position in the merit list.
  • For M.Sc Physics, Chemistry, Zoology, and Biotechnology, students must take the OCET exam conducted by Punjab University. OCET has 50% weight in the merit score, and graduation marks carry the remaining 50%.
  • All PG courses follow category reservation under Chandigarh UT and Punjab University norms.

How to Apply for PG at DAV College Chandigarh?

  1. Open admission.davchd.ac.in and complete the online registration.
  2. Fill in graduation marks, subject details, and category information in the PG application form.
  3. Upload graduation marksheets and the migration certificate from the last university.
  4. For M.Sc Science courses, register for OCET on the Punjab University portal and keep the OCET score ready.
  5. Pay the application fee of INR 850 online.
  6. Check the PG merit list on the college portal after the application period ends.
  7. Finish document verification and fee payment during the admission window.

DAV College Chandigarh Diploma Admission 2026

DAV College Chandigarh also offers postgraduate diploma courses, including PGDCA, PGDMC, and PGDMM. Admission to these diploma courses is based on graduation marks.

DAV College Chandigarh Diploma Eligibility and Selection Criteria 2026

Programme Eligibility Selection Criteria
PGDCA / PGDMC / PGDMM Graduation in any discipline with minimum 50% from a recognised university Merit based on graduation marks

DAV College Chandigarh Diploma Admission Process 2026

  1. Register on admission.davchd.ac.in.
  2. Fill the application form with graduation details and category information.
  3. Upload graduation marksheets and the required certificate documents.
  4. Pay the online application fee of INR 850.
  5. Check the merit list on the college admission portal.
  6. Complete fee payment and document verification within the given admission window.

DAV College Chandigarh Scholarships 2026

DAV College Chandigarh students may apply for central government, state government, and college-level scholarships. These scholarships are linked to merit or financial need.

Scholarship Eligibility Benefit
National Merit Scholarship Students securing a minimum 75% in the previous academic year Merit-based tuition support
Post Matric Scholarship (SC/ST) SC and ST students with family income below the prescribed threshold Full or partial tuition support from central government
Half Fee Concession Students from financially weaker sections, based on income 50% fee waiver on tuition
Sports Talent Scholarship Students who represent at state or national level in sports Merit-based monetary support
PG Merit Scholarship PG students securing minimum 60% in the previous academic year Merit-based monetary support

DAV College Chandigarh Admission FAQs

Ques. How are UG admissions done at DAV College Chandigarh?

Ans. BA, B.Sc, BCA, and BBA admissions are handled by the college through admission.davchd.ac.in and are based on Class 12 merit. BCom-I admission is centralized through the DHE Chandigarh portal, dhe.chd.gov.in, where students must register and enter college preferences.

Ques. Does DAV College Chandigarh offer direct BCom admission?

Ans. No. BCom-I seats are allotted through DHE Chandigarh. Students have to apply on dhe.chd.gov.in, submit their preferences, and wait for allotment. BA, B.Sc, BCA, and BBA are non-centralized courses and are managed through the college admission portal.

Ques. Who can apply for BA at DAV College Chandigarh?

Ans. A student who has passed Class 12 or an equivalent exam from a board recognised by Punjab University can apply for BA. The college has not given a minimum percentage for BA, but better Class 12 marks improve the merit rank. Chandigarh UT and Panjab University reservation rules are followed.

Ques. Is there any entrance test for UG courses at DAV College Chandigarh?

Ans. No. DAV College Chandigarh does not conduct an entrance exam for BA, BCom, BCA, BBA, or B.Sc admission. UG selection is based on Class 12 marks. For M.Sc Physics, Chemistry, Zoology, and Biotechnology, OCET conducted by Punjab University carries 50% weightage in the merit score.

Ques. What is the application fee for DAV College Chandigarh admission?

Ans. The application fee is INR 850. It is non-refundable and has to be paid online through debit card, credit card, or net banking while submitting the form at admission.davchd.ac.in.

Ques. What is the DAV College Chandigarh BCom fee?

Ans. The total fee for the 3-year BCom course is INR 72,660. The total fee is INR 61,923 for BA and INR 1,39,000 for BCA. Fees can change, so students should confirm the exact amount at davchd.ac.in or from the college admission office at 0172-2754410.

Ques. How many seats are offered for BA at DAV College Chandigarh?

Ans. DAV College Chandigarh has 1,000 seats for BA. The college also has 280 seats for BCom, 120 seats for BCA, and 120 seats for BBA for the 2026-27 academic year.

Ques. What is the selection method for M.Sc at DAV College Chandigarh?

Ans. M.Sc Mathematics admission is based only on graduation marks. For M.Sc Physics, Chemistry, Zoology, and Biotechnology, merit is calculated with 50% OCET score and 50% graduation aggregate marks. A minimum of 50% in graduation is needed for all PG programmes.

Ques. Does DAV College Chandigarh provide hostel accommodation?

Ans. Yes. DAV College Chandigarh provides hostel accommodation. The annual hostel fee is INR 85,000, and students have to pay a booking deposit of INR 30,000 at allotment. Hostel rooms have basic facilities such as beds, cupboards, and study tables. Students can contact mail@davchd.ac.in for hostel availability and booking.