Dayalbagh Educational Institute (DEI) Admissions 2025-26 Overview

Dayalbagh Educational Institute (DEI), a NAAC A++ accredited deemed university in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, offers holistic, value-based education integrating academics, vocational training, and character building. Established in 1973 and granted deemed status in 1981, DEI provides over 200 UG, PG, diploma, certificate, and PhD programs across arts, commerce, sciences, engineering, management, education, agriculture, and social sciences. Admissions for 2025-26 emphasize merit, entrance exams, and interviews, with a focus on women's empowerment and rural outreach. Total seats: ~3,000-4,000. As of November 7, 2025, the main application window has closed (last date: October 10, 2025 for most programs), but spot admissions, merit lists, and counseling for vacancies continue. Online applications were mandatory, with an fee of INR 1,000 (non-refundable). The institute prioritizes co-education with separate facilities and offers scholarships for meritorious/SC/ST/OBC students.

Key Admission Highlights

• Mode: Primarily online via dei.ac.in; offline forms available at campus for select programs.
• Entrance Exams: CUET UG/PG (most UG/PG), JEE Main (B.Tech), NATA (B.Arch), CUET (B.Ed/M.Ed), institute-specific tests/interviews for diplomas/certificates.
• Reservation: 15% SC, 7.5% ST, 27% OBC-NCL, 10% EWS, 5% PwD; 30% seats reserved for women; supernumerary for foreign/rural candidates.
• Selection Criteria: 50% weightage to entrance scores, 30% to academics, 20% to interview/group discussion/vocational aptitude.
• Fee Structure: Varies (e.g., UG: INR 5,000-20,000/year; PG: INR 10,000-30,000/year; B.Tech: INR 50,000/year). Hostel: INR 5,000-10,000/year. Scholarships up to 100% for toppers/low-income families.
• Updates: Prospectus released in July 2025; merit lists ongoing. Module 2 of certificate programs open till September 14, 2025. For 2026-27, expect openings in March 2026.

Programs Offered and Eligibility

DEI's programs blend theory with practicals and self-employment skills. Minimum eligibility: 45-50% in qualifying exam (relaxation for reserved categories). Key offerings:

• Popular Programs: B.Tech (Agricultural Engineering), MBA (Value-Based Management), B.Voc (Textile/Engineering).
• Special Features: Emphasis on women's programs (e.g., B.Sc Home Science); rural outreach via distance modes.

Admission Process

1. Online Registration: Visit dei.ac.in/admissions, create account, fill form with academic details, upload documents (photo, signature, marksheets, category certificate, CUET scorecard).
2. Entrance Exam: Appear for relevant test (CUET UG: May 2025; results July 2025).
3. Application Submission: Pay INR 1,000 via net banking; submit by deadline.
4. Merit List & Counseling: Provisional lists released in phases (e.g., August-September 2025); online/offline counseling with document verification.
5. Interview/Aptitude Test: For shortlisted candidates (focus on values, skills).
6. Fee Payment & Confirmation: Pay admission fee within 7 days; spot rounds for vacancies.
7. Documents Required: 10th/12th marksheets, entrance scorecard, migration/TC, character certificate, income proof for scholarships.

Offline: Collect forms from DEI Admission Office, submit with DD (INR 1,000 payable to DEI, Agra).

Important Dates for 2025-26

Timelines were extended multiple times; main cycle closed, but check for spots.