Likhith · September 12, 2025 
Delhi University (DU) has announced an extension for the mop-up round in undergraduate admissions 2025–26. The Admission Branch issued a notice on September 11, 2025 (Ref. No. Admission Br./Notice/2025), giving candidates and colleges more time to complete the final admission process. This update is crucial for aspirants still waiting to secure a seat in their preferred course.
Colleges can now offer seat allocations until 11:59 PM on Saturday, September 13, 2025. Candidates allotted a seat must pay their fees by 5:00 PM on Monday, September 15, 2025. DU has clarified that no further extension will be granted, making this the last chance for admissions under the mop-up round.
What the Extension Means for Students
The extension provides relief to students and parents concerned about missing earlier deadlines. For many, the mop-up round is the final opportunity to gain admission into DU’s prestigious undergraduate programs. This round ensures all remaining vacancies in constituent and affiliated colleges are filled before the admission cycle closes.
With the revised dates, students now have a short but critical window to act. Officials stressed that the schedule is final and binding. Missing the deadlines will cancel admission chances for the 2025–26 session. To avoid last-minute technical issues, candidates should complete the process well before the cut-off.
This move reflects DU’s attempt to balance fairness and efficiency. The extra two days for allocation and fee payment maximize participation while preventing vacancies. However, the university has clarified that this relief is one-time and will not set a precedent for future extensions.
Students are advised to stay alert, check their dashboards regularly, and make payments promptly. In DU’s highly competitive environment, even small delays can result in losing a seat.
The mop-up round now stands as the last and most decisive phase of admissions. By extending deadlines, DU has ensured deserving students get every possible chance to join one of India’s top universities. The university urges all applicants to rely only on official portals — admission.uod.ac.in and du.ac.in — for authentic updates and smooth completion of admission formalities.
Source: DU Admission Notice – Extension of Mop-Up Round (PDF)
