The University of Delhi's Non-Collegiate Women’s Education Board (NCWEB) has released the cut-off lists for its special admission drive for the 2026-27 academic year. This drive covers admissions to the Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Programme and Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) courses. The online admission window for this special round is scheduled from 10 AM on August 18 until 11:59 PM on August 20, 2026, at the respective NCWEB teaching centres.
Understanding NCWEB and Its Special Drive
NCWEB is a unique wing of Delhi University designed to provide educational opportunities to women who cannot attend regular college courses due to various reasons, such as work or family commitments. It offers degree programs through teaching centres spread across the city, allowing students to study in a flexible manner. The special drive is an additional admission round aimed at filling remaining seats after the regular admission process.
This special drive is important for candidates who missed the initial admission rounds or are seeking admission under reserved categories. The cut-offs released indicate the minimum percentage required in qualifying exams to secure a seat in various colleges affiliated with NCWEB.
Key Cut-Off Details for BCom Special Drive 2026
The cut-off marks vary widely across different NCWEB teaching centres and categories. Miranda House recorded the highest general category cut-off at 79.5%, reflecting its competitive admission standards. In contrast, some colleges such as Bhagini Nivedita College and Moti Lal Nehru College have set their general category cut-off as low as 40%, indicating more accessible admission criteria.
- Miranda House: General category cut-off at 79.5%
- Hansraj College: General category closed, OBC cut-off at 79.75%
- Bhagini Nivedita College: General and all reserved categories cut-off at 40%
- Several colleges like Aryabhatta, Bharti, and College of Vocational Studies have closed general category seats but have reserved category cut-offs ranging from 45 to 54%
- SGGSC of Commerce shows cut-offs above 59% for reserved categories
Many colleges have already closed admissions for the general category, focusing now on reserved categories such as OBC, SC, ST, EWS, and PwD. Candidates must check the specific cut-offs for their category and preferred college before applying.
Why These Cut-Offs Matter for Prospective Students
The cut-off marks provide a clear benchmark for applicants to assess their chances of admission through the NCWEB special drive. Higher cut-offs at prestigious colleges like Miranda House indicate intense competition, while lower cut-offs at other centres offer opportunities for a broader range of students.
The special drive allows candidates who may have missed earlier rounds or belong to reserved categories to secure admission. It also helps colleges fill any remaining seats, ensuring efficient utilization of available capacity. Students should act promptly within the admission window and prepare necessary documents as per guidelines issued by their chosen teaching centre.
Understanding these cut-offs helps applicants make informed decisions about where to apply and increases their chances of admission by targeting colleges that match their academic profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the NCWEB special drive for DU admissions?
A: It is an additional admission round conducted by Delhi University’s Non-Collegiate Women’s Education Board to fill leftover seats in B.A. and B.Com. courses for the 2026-27 academic year.
Q: When is the admission period for the NCWEB special drive?
A: Online admissions will be open from 10 AM on August 18 to 11:59 PM on August 20, 2026.
Q: Which college has the highest cut-off for BCom in this special drive?
A: Miranda House has the highest general category cut-off at 79.5% for the BCom special drive admissions.
