DTU B.Des Admissions 2026 First Round Counselling Announced: Complete Guide for UCEED Aspirants

If you appeared for UCEED 2026 and are aiming for a top design college in India, there’s an important update for you. Delhi Technological University (DTU) has officially released the B.Des (Bachelor of Design) First Round Counselling List for Admissions 2026–27, bringing exciting opportunities for design aspirants looking for admissions in one of India’s reputed public universities.

At Pahal Design, we understand how critical this stage is for students and parents. This guide will help you understand the counselling process, admission fees, required documents, deadlines, and what to do next.

DTU B.Des 2026 First Round Counselling – Key Highlights

According to the official notification released by DTU on 20 May 2026, the counselling process for selected candidates will be conducted at the Department of Design, Delhi Technological University, Delhi.

Important Dates

• Counselling Reporting Date: 25 May 2026
• Reporting Time: 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
• Last Date for Admission Fee Payment: 25 May 2026 (by 5:00 PM)

Admission Fee

Candidates selected in the first round must pay an admission fee of:

₹2,69,700

Payment Mode:

• Demand Draft (DD) only
• In favour of: Registrar, Delhi Technological University
• Payable at: New Delhi

Documents Required for DTU B.Des Counselling 2026

Students must carry original documents for verification along with self-attested photocopies.

Required documents include:

• DTU Application Form
• UCEED 2026 Scorecard
• Class 10 Marksheet
• Class 10 Passing Certificate
• Class 12 Marksheet
• Class 12 Passing Certificate
• Address Proof
• Aadhaar Card
• Category Certificate (if applicable)
• Demand Draft for admission fee
• Medical Certificate (DTU format)
• 3 Passport Size Photographs

If Class 12 result is awaited, candidates can bring the admit card issued by the board.

DTU B.Des 2026 Cutoff Snapshot (First Round)

The first-round merit list reflects strong competition among design aspirants.

Delhi General Category

Top score selected:
191.08

Approximate closing score:
151.24

Outside Delhi General

Top score selected:
190.87

Approximate closing score:
179.58

This clearly indicates how competitive DTU B.Des admissions have become through UCEED.

Important Rules Students Must Know

DTU has clearly mentioned:

• No extension in reporting or fee payment deadline
• Admission subject to document verification
• Wrong information may lead to cancellation
• Missing the deadline may lead to seat forfeiture
• Authority reserves the right to modify results if discrepancies arise

Why DTU B.Des is a Strong Option for Design Aspirants

DTU’s Bachelor of Design program is becoming increasingly popular because of:

Government University Advantage

Affordable compared to many private design colleges.

Strong Brand Value

DTU is among India’s well-known technical institutions.

UCEED-Based Admission

Merit-driven transparent selection process.

Growing Design Ecosystem

Better exposure to design innovation, interdisciplinary learning, and peer network.

Didn’t Make the DTU First List? Don’t Panic.

Design admissions don’t end with one list.

Many top design colleges across India still offer admissions based on:

• UCEED scores
• Portfolio reviews
• Entrance tests
• Direct admission counselling
• Management quota opportunities (where applicable)

This is where expert guidance matters.

Get Expert Design Admission Counselling with Pahal Design

At Pahal Design, we help students with:

✅ College shortlisting
✅ Admission counselling
✅ Portfolio guidance
✅ Career roadmap planning
✅ Backup college options after NID / NIFT / UCEED
✅ Design course counselling across India

With 26 years of experience in design education, Pahal Design has guided thousands of aspirants toward successful careers in design.

Need Help with Design College Admissions 2026?

If you’re confused about:

• Which design college suits your rank
• Backup options after UCEED
• Private vs government design colleges
• Portfolio requirements
• Admission deadlines

Connect with our expert counsellors today.

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