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English, one of the most sought-after courses, has been decided on the basis of percentage for the first time. The cut-offs for the subject have gone up to 98 percent in Hindu College.
BCom, the most popular subject this year with around 40,000 applications, has seen a rise of 2 to 4 per cent in almost all colleges while some Science subjects have gone up by as much as 11 per cent.
For Commerce, the cut-off marks in the first admission list at Shri Ram College of Commerce is between 94 per cent and 98 per cent — last year it stood at 94.75 per cent. The college’s principal, P C Jain, however, said the trend has been similar ever since the common pre-admission came into existence. “Students apply in every college, so each college ends up receiving a lot of applications. So there is a rise in the cut-off,” he said.
Jain said only the second and third list will give a clearer picture of the whole admission procedure.
University Deputy Dean of Students’ Welfare Dr G S Tuteja said: “We advice students not to be bogged down by the first list, which is generally high. Only subsequent lists settle the dust. But it is important to take a seat in whichever college possible, for no one can be sure what the subsequent lists have in store.”
With the increase in marks in Board exams, there has been a marked increase in the cut-off of Maths, too. In most colleges, it has risen by 3 to 4 per cent. S K Verma, Joint Dean of Students’ Welfare and a teacher of Mathematics in DU, said, “Since a student can score high marks in Physics, Chemistry and Maths, it’s not a surprise that some colleges have increased their cut-offs.”
University officials said the cut-offs might dip in the second and third lists for general category students.
Made it to the list? Just take admission
For those who have made it to the first list, university officials and teachers suggest the best strategy is to book a seat. For, there might not be a second list in several colleges. Dr S K Vij, Dean of Students’ Welfare, says: “It might not be their first-choice (of admission) but it is always better to be safe. Students can opt for a college of their preference once subsequent lists are out.” Among other things, applicants should carry all required documents and the admission fee when they go to the colleges for admission. This, experts say, will save time and make the process hassle-free. The list of required documents is available in the information bulletin of the university’s centralised application form.
— Sukalp Sharma
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