The University of Delhi (DU) has officially begun the admission process for the 2026-27 academic session. With the implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP), students are facing a common confusion: What is the difference between the 1-year and 2-year Postgraduate programs?
If you are a student aspiring for a Master’s degree at DU, this guide will help you understand which path to take.
Topics Discussed
The Two-Year PG Programme (Currently LIVE)
The two-year Master’s degree is the traditional pathway for most students.
- Eligibility: Open to students who have completed a 3-year or 4-year Bachelor’s degree.
- Admission Basis: Purely based on CUET-PG 2026 scores.
- Portal: You must apply through the CSAS-PG 2026 portal.
- Deadline: The registration window closes on June 7, 2026.
- Pro-Tip: This year, DU has integrated DigiLocker and API Setu. You do not need to manually upload documents; the system will auto-fetch your mark sheets and CUET scores.
The One-Year PG Programme (Coming Soon)
This is a new, specialized pathway introduced under the NEP 2020 framework.
- Eligibility: Exclusively for students who have completed a 4-Year Undergraduate Honours degree (with Research or Entrepreneurship) from the University of Delhi.
- Status: The application process for these courses is not yet live on the CSAS portal.
- Next Steps: DU will announce a separate portal and schedule for these programs later. If you fall into this category, stay tuned to official DU notifications.
Important Summary Table for Students
| Feature | 2-Year PG Program | 1-Year PG Program |
| Admission Basis | CUET-PG 2026 Score | Academic Merit / NEP Pathway |
| Application Portal | CSAS-PG (Live Now) | Separate Portal (Coming Soon) |
| Eligibility | 3 or 4-Year Bachelor’s | 4-Year Bachelor’s (NEP) |
| Deadline | June 7, 2026 | To bbe announced |
What Should You Do Now?
- If you are applying for the 2-year program: Ensure your registration is completed on the CSAS-PG portal before the June 7 deadline.
- If you are eligible for the 1-year program: Do not panic or look for links on the CSAS portal yet. Focus on your final year exams and keep an eye on the official DU website.
- Missed the Deadline? DU has a Mid-Entry provision later, where you can participate by paying a late fee of Rs 1,000.