ZHDC admits students after checking academic merit and entrance exam performance. Its main options include BA (Hons) and MA. UG applicants need a 10+2 certificate, while PG applicants must hold a degree in the relevant subject. The CSAS registration fee is INR 250 for the General category and INR 100 for SC, ST and PwBD applicants.

Final admission to UG and PG courses depends on CUET UG or CUET PG scores and seat allocation through Delhi University's CSAS portal. Direct admission and admission based only on merit are not offered. Under DU's reservation rules, 50% of seats are set aside for SC, ST, OBC, EWS and PwBD categories. Minority applicants also receive additional cutoff relaxation.

Application websites: CUET registration portal and DU CSAS UG portal.

ZHDC UG Admissions 2026

BA (Hons) is the college's flagship undergraduate programme. Students can also choose from 5 other UG courses: B.Sc (Hons), B.Com (Hons), BA, B.Sc and B.Com. The available subject choices are listed below.

Courses Specializations
B.Sc (Hons) Mathematics, Zoology, Chemistry, Botany, Electronics
Bachelor of Commerce [B.Com] (Hons) N/A
BA English, Political Science, Economics, Psychology, Bengali, Hindi, Persian, Sanskrit, History, Philosophy, Arabic, Mathematics, Urdu
B.Sc Life Sciences, Physical Sciences
Bachelor of Commerce [B.Com] N/A

UG Eligibility and Selection

  • Students must complete Class 12 through a recognised board with the subject combination required for their chosen course.
  • A CUET UG score is compulsory for every undergraduate admission.
  • The required subjects differ according to the course specialization.

Applicants must take CUET UG in the papers required for their chosen programme. They must then register on the DU CSAS portal, arrange their preferred college and course combinations, and complete the seat-allocation process.

ZHDC PG Admissions 2026

At the postgraduate level, ZHDC has 3 courses: MA, M.Sc and M.Com. Their subject options are given in the table.

Courses Specializations
MA English, Psychology, Political Science, History, Economics, Arabic, Mathematics, Persian, Sanskrit, Hindi, Philosophy, Urdu
M.Sc Botany, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Zoology
Master of Commerce [M.Com] N/A

PG Eligibility and Selection

  • Applicants need a bachelor's degree of 3 years in a relevant subject and must meet the minimum qualifying-mark requirement.
  • A valid CUET PG score is necessary for every postgraduate admission.
  • Each subject follows the eligibility conditions set by Delhi University.

PG selection uses the relevant CUET PG paper score. Eligible students must also complete the Delhi University CSAS process for course preferences, allocation, document checks and fee payment.

ZHDC Admission Process 2026

Step 1: Register for CUET

Create an account at cuet.nta.nic.in and enter your personal and academic details. Choose the test subjects required for the course you want to study. Upload your photograph, signature and certificates, pay the online registration charge, and save the confirmation receipt.

Step 2: Take the Entrance Test

Attend CUET according to the date and time printed on your admit card. After NTA declares the result, keep your score and CUET application number ready. Both are needed during the next stage of admission.

Step 3: Complete CSAS Registration

Use your CUET application number to sign up at ugadmission.uod.ac.in. Fill in the requested personal and educational information, then upload the documents and certificates needed for verification. The CSAS charge is INR 250 for General-category applicants and INR 100 for SC, ST and PwBD applicants. Check every entry before submitting the form.

Step 4: Arrange Course and College Choices

Review the eligibility rules for each ZHDC programme before preparing your preference list. Add college and course combinations in your preferred order. Students may include several ZHDC choices to improve their chances of receiving a seat. Lock the list by the deadline because it cannot be changed afterward.

Step 5: Respond to the Seat Allocation

Check the CSAS dashboard when an allocation list is released. If ZHDC assigns you a seat, accept it within the stated period, which is typically 48-72 hours. A student who wants a higher preference may enter a later round while keeping the present seat.

Step 6: Finish Document Verification

ZHDC checks the uploaded records online for accuracy and authenticity. Names and other details should match across all certificates. Reply quickly if the college asks for clarification, then wait for its approval or rejection decision.

Step 7: Confirm Admission

After approval, pay the admission charge through the specified online portal and download the receipt. Complete any remaining college formalities and collect the admission confirmation letter. Report to ZHDC when instructed to finish enrolment.

ZHDC Cutoff

UG CUET Cutoff 2024

For General-category admission to Zakir Husain Delhi College under Delhi University, the overall CUET cutoff in 2024 ranged from 257 to 413. The first-round marks for the listed science courses were:

Courses Round 1 Cutoff Marks
B.Sc (Hons) Zoology 413
B.Sc (Hons) Botany 390
B.Sc Life Sciences 373
B.Sc (Hons) Chemistry 257

PG CUET Cutoff 2025

The General-category CUET PG cutoff information for Delhi University, Delhi College and Zakir Husain Delhi College in 2025 shows an overall score range of 80 to 277. Course-wise marks for the first two rounds are listed below.

Courses Round 1 Cutoff Marks (2025) Round 2 Cutoff Marks (2025)
MA Psychology 277 277
MA English 230 225
MA Political Science 228 227
MA Arabic 226 205
MA Hindi 211 206
MA Philosophy 177 174
MA History 170 161
M.Com 155 150
MA Sanskrit 154 103
MA Mathematics 130 118
M.Sc Chemistry 118 109
MA Urdu 80 80

ZHDC Admission FAQs

Ques. How is the college's BA English course viewed by students and graduates?

Ans. The BA English course is generally known for helpful teachers, an academic setting and active student societies. Former students also value the chances to join literary and cultural activities. Its reputation is not at the level of the leading North Campus English departments, but it is considered above average among central DU colleges, particularly for students interested in the arts.

Ques. What test scores are used for admission to ZHDC?

Ans. Zakir Husain Delhi College uses CUET UG results for undergraduate entry and CUET PG results for postgraduate entry.

Ques. Where can ZHDC students stay if the college has no residence?

Ans. ZHDC does not have a hostel or any accommodation on its campus. Students commonly rent flats or use paying guest hostels nearby. Laxmi Nagar is a popular choice because it has affordable, well-equipped PG options. The college location gives students convenient access to several off-campus places to stay.

Ques. What must I do to apply for the Electronics course at Zakir Husain Delhi College?

Ans. An applicant must pass Class 12 in the science stream with Physics and Mathematics as core subjects. The minimum aggregate is 50%, or 45% for reserved categories. Selection depends on the CUET UG score in the relevant science and subject papers. The college does not allow direct admission or selection based only on merit.