New Delhi: Delhi University on Tuesday announced an on-the-spot mop-up admission round in physical mode for undergraduate courses, with officials stating that around 7,500 seats are still vacant across colleges and programmes despite multiple admission cycles.

Unlike the regular process, this round will be based on Class 12 marks and not CUET scores, the university said.

Registrations will open at 5 pm on September 17 and continue till 11.59 pm on September 19 through the admission portal. Vacant seats will be displayed on the DU website.

Only candidates who have not secured admission to any programme in any college can participate. Those who have not registered earlier on the CSAS(UG)-2025 portal can also apply by paying a non-refundable fee of Rs 1,000 in addition to the registration fee.

Allocations and admissions are tentatively scheduled from September 23. Shortlisted candidates will receive invitation letters through email specifying the date and time for reporting. No representative will be allowed, and allocation once offered will be final with no upgrades or withdrawals.

Applicants must bring original documents and self-attested copies, including Class 10 and 12 marksheets, certificates, reservation proof if applicable, and valid ID cards. Admission will be granted only upon immediate online payment of fees at the time of allotment.

University officials said the step aims to prevent thousands of seats from remaining vacant. The advisory also urged candidates to use the Delhi Metro (Yellow Line) to reach Vishwavidyalaya Metro Station, carry essentials, and ensure sufficient bank balance for fee payment.

The university clarified that appearance in the mop-up round does not guarantee admission, which will depend on merit, seat availability, and documentation.