Over a thousand applicants and parents participated in the first ‘Open Day’ organised by Delhi University (DU) to clear doubts on the admission process.
While the applicants were curious to learn about the new courses introduced by the university that require entrance examination, the university gave out detailed information on how to calculate ‘best of four’ and deductions with regards to choice of subject.
The university said that for each course the ‘best of four’ calculation was unique and marks would be deducted for not having studied certain subjects in Class XII. Students were advised to carefully go through the information bulletin to check details regarding eligibility.
The university also requested students to take their time when filling out the forms. Once submitted, the applicants will not be able to change the information and even a misspelling of a name could lead to disqualification during scrutiny.
Officer on Special Duty (Admissions) Ashutosh Bharadwaj told applicants that there would be no extension of the admission deadline and they must complete the process before June 7.
Speaking about merit-based applications, Mr. Bharadwaj advised students to apply to several courses so that they are not at a loss once the cut-offs are released.
“Sometimes, students only apply for science courses and at a later date decide they want to study economics. If they have not applied for it, they will be ineligible to apply for economics. Therefore, it it advised that they apply to courses that they have an interest in,” said Mr. Bharadwaj.
Many ways to enter DU
Dean of Students’ Welfare Rajesh Tandon said that there were over 56,000 seats at Delhi University and it was a myth that only students with high marks could get in.
“It is not true that only toppers get into DU, there are avenues like the School Of Open Learning and Non-Collegiate Women’s Education Board that provide plenty of opportunities to students to work while they learn or prepare for competitive examinations while getting a degree,” he said.
Mr. Tandon added that the competence of every DU college was equal and that it would be unfair to say that one college was better than the other.
The university will continue to hold Open Days till May 29 (except Sunday) at the Conference Centre near gate number 4 on the North Campus. Two sessions will be held every day: one from 10 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. and the other from 12 noon to 1.30 p.m.
