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Hindustan Times
3 days ago
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DU begins ECA trials today
Delhi University is set to begin from Friday the trials for extracurricular activities (ECA) for undergraduate admissions 2025-26, officials said. The university has received 13,000 ECA applications — a 14% increase from last year . (FILE) The university has received 13,000 ECA applications — a 14% increase from last year — with the top category being debating (English), said DU officials. 'A total of 13,000 ECA applications have been received by the university. Debate (English) has received 1,700 applications, which is the highest among the ECA categories. National Cadet Corps (NCC), which has received over 3,000 applications, does not have the trial component,' said Deepti Taneja, convener, ECA Admissions Committee. This year, a total of 1,347 ECA seats have been offered across 14 categories, including creative writing (Hindi and English) debate (Hindi and English), digital media (photography, filmmaking, animation), divinity, fine arts (sketching, painting, sculpture), music vocal (Indian and Western), music instrumental (Indian and Western), dance (Indian classical, folk, Western and choreography) has 275, theatre has 122, quiz has 25, and yoga has 42. NCC and National Service Scheme (NSS), which have 98 and 100 seats, respectively, have no physical trials. The admission process for ECA is centralised and based on a composite score, where 75% weightage is on ECA performance (certificates and trials) and 25% on CUET scores. The trials will be conducted in various DU colleges, as allocated by the central committee. The university on Thursday shared the final schedule for the same. The trial scores will later be uploaded on the university's admission portal around July 25, following which a grievance window will be opened.
Hindustan Times
05-07-2025
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DU may began ECA quota trials for 2025-2026 session from July 14
Delhi University is likely to begin trials for extracurricular activities (ECA) quota around July 14-15 for the upcoming 2025-2026 undergraduate academic session, officials aware of the matter said on Friday. The total number of seats available in ECA quota is 1,347. (ARCHIVES) 'There are 14 categories, out of which trials for 12 will be done physically at individual centres. The other two, which include National Cadet Corps and National Service Scheme, will be held online. The trials for the same will tentatively begin around July 14-15,' said Deepti Taneja, convener, DU ECA admissions committee. ECA admissions will be based on a composite score, with 75 per cent weightage given to ECA performance and 25 per cent to the CUET score. The 14 categories include a wide spectrum for students to choose from, including divinity, digital media, dance, and debate. The total number of seats available in ECA quota is 1,347. Taneja added, 'Each category will have a separate centre but the allocations and admission process will be conducted through a centralised committee. For example, the creative writing trial will be held in Hansraj College and the trials for divinity, where candidates are evaluated on their proficiency in 'shabad kirtan paath', will be held in Mata Sundari College for Women.'
Hindustan Times
04-07-2025
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- Hindustan Times
DU announces extra-curricular activities seats ranging from divinity to digital media
New Delhi, From divinity and dance to digital media and debate, Delhi University is offering 1,347 seats under the Extra-Curricular Activities quota for the 2025-26 academic session, catering to a wide range of student talents across 14 categories. DU announces extra-curricular activities seats ranging from divinity to digital media The 14 ECA categories for which DU is admitting students this year are creative writing , debate , digital media , divinity, fine arts , music-vocal , music-instrumental , dance , theatre, quiz, National Cadet Corps , National Service Scheme , and Yoga. Each category includes a range of sub-disciplines, allowing students to apply as per their specific interests and skills. All admissions under the ECA quota will be managed centrally through DU's online portal. "The trials, allocations and entire admission process, including for the Divinity category, will be conducted through a centralised ECA committee and not by individual colleges," Prof Deepti Taneja, Convenor of DU's ECA Admissions Committee, told PTI. According to the official ECA seat matrix, a total of 13 seats have been allocated under the divinity category this year, spread across four colleges; Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Khalsa College , Sri Guru Nanak Dev Khalsa College , Sri Guru Gobind Singh College of Commerce , and Mata Sundri College for Women . These colleges are maintained by the Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee. Taneja further explained that for the divinity category, candidates are evaluated on their proficiency in 'shabad kirtan paath', with judges drawn from the Sikh community. "Candidates must bring their instruments and perform as per their proficiency. Judges may also ask them to present an additional composition of their choice. Students are allowed one accompanist, either a vocalist or instrumentalist, based on their primary performance area," she added. DU will publish detailed guidelines for each ECA category, including divinity, on its admissions website ahead of the trial dates. Delhi University continues to be a preferred institution for students from across the country, the professor stated. "Through ECA admissions, the University is committed to recognising and nurturing diverse student talents beyond academics. Under the leadership of Anoop Lather, Chairperson of the University Culture Council, DU has consistently earned laurels at national youth platforms such as the AIU Youth Festivals," Taneja said. ECA admissions will be based on a composite score, with 75 per cent weightage given to ECA performance and 25 per cent to the CUET score. Aspirants have been advised to prepare thoroughly for the trials and to fill out their course and college preferences wisely, using the official seat matrix as a reference. Prof Gurmohinder Singh, Principal of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Khalsa College, said that students selected under the divinity category play a central role in the cultural and spiritual life of the college. "We choose students who are well-versed in Gurbani. They represent the college at cultural events and lead the college prayer during formal programs. We also appoint a contractual Divinity teacher to train and mentor these students. Other interested students are also welcome to join and learn," he told PTI. The university has urged students to regularly check the official admissions website for updates. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
