The Directorate of Higher Education (DHE), Haryana, has officially published the DHE Haryana Merit List 2026 for UG Admissions 2026-27 on July 21, 2026. Candidates who applied for BA, B.Sc, B.Com, BCA, and other undergraduate courses through the centralized admission process can now check their 1st Online Merit List, college allotment status, and course details from the official admission portal.
Admission seats have been allocated based on Class 12th marks, best five subjects, applicable weightage, and reservation rules. Students selected in the first merit list must complete the fee submission process between July 23 and July 27, 2026, to confirm their admission.
DHE Haryana Merit List 2026 (UG Admission 2026-27) – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Directorate/Department of Higher Education (DHE), Haryana |
| Admission Name | DHE Haryana UG College Admission 2026-27 (Centralized Counselling) |
| Admission System | NEP-2020 Based (Multidisciplinary Courses, Multiple Exit Options) |
| Courses Covered | BA, B.Sc, B.Com, BCA and other UG Courses (Arts, Science, Commerce) |
| Total Colleges Covered | 200+ Government, Government-Aided & Self-Financing Colleges |
| 1st Merit List Status | OUT — 21 July 2026 |
| Admission Basis | Class 12th Marks + Weightage (No Entrance Exam) |
| Counselling Mode | Online (2 Rounds) + Physical Counselling for Leftover Seats |
| Official Website | admissions.highereduhry.ac.in |
DHE Haryana Merit List 2026 – Latest Update
| Update Name | Details |
|---|---|
| 1st Online Merit List for UG Admissions 2026-27 | Round 1 Counselling — Provisional Selection List |
| Update Type | Course & College-Wise Allotment |
| Major Changes in 2026 Cycle | Registration deadline extended twice (31 May → 30 June → 12 July); Eligibility Status released 20 July; NEP-2020 based multidisciplinary structure continues; Merit prepared on Best-5-Subjects + weightage + reservation policy; Defer option available for next round |
Important Dates – DHE Haryana UG Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Start Date | 07 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online (Originally) | 31 May 2026 (Extended twice) |
| Final Extended Last Date to Apply & Edit | 12 July 2026 |
| Document Verification Window | 09 May 2026 – 06 July 2026 |
| Display of Eligible Candidates List | 20 July 2026 |
| Round 1 Counselling – 1st Provisional Merit List Release | 21 July 2026 |
| Release of 1st Final Merit List | 22 July 2026 (Expected) |
| Fee Submission Window (Round 1) | 23 July – 27 July 2026 |
| Round 2 Counselling – 2nd Provisional Merit List | Expected Late July 2026 |
| Release of 2nd Final Merit List | Expected Late July / Early August 2026 |
| Fee Submission Window (Round 2) | To Be Announced |
| Round 3 – Physical Counselling for Leftover Seats | Expected August 2026 |
| Continuation with Late Fee (₹100) | To Be Announced |
| Continuation with Additional Daily Late Fee (₹100/day) | To Be Announced |
| Commencement of Classes | Expected August 2026 |
Note: Round 2 and Round 3 dates are provisional/expected based on the DHE admission cycle pattern; candidates should keep checking the official portal for exact confirmed dates as the schedule may shift after Round 1 fee submission concludes.
Eligibility Criteria for DHE Haryana UG Admission 2026
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Candidate must have passed Class 12th in Science, Commerce, or Arts stream from a recognized Board/Institution |
| Minimum Marks | 50% marks required in the last qualifying examination (percentage requirement may vary by stream/course) |
| Age Limit | Candidates must fulfil minimum age requirements as prescribed by the university/college |
| Domicile Status | Both Haryana domicile and non-domicile candidates can apply; domicile status affects seat category eligibility, not basic eligibility |
| Appearing Candidates | Final-year/appearing candidates awaiting Class 12 result were permitted to register provisionally, subject to producing the passing certificate at document verification |
How Merit Is Calculated – Best 5 Subjects + Weightage
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Base Merit Marks | Aggregate percentage of Best 5 Subjects in Class 12th (course-relevant subjects prioritized) |
| Weightage Marks | Additional marks (e.g. NCC/NSS, sports, extracurriculars, as applicable per college policy) |
| Total Allocation Marks | Base Merit Marks + Weightage Marks = Final score used for seat allotment |
| Reservation Policy | Applied as per Haryana Government category-wise reservation norms (SC/BC-A/BC-B/EWS/PwD/Sports Quota etc.) |
| Tie-Breaking | Resolved as per DHE’s prescribed order — typically higher marks in the relevant subject, then age (older candidate preferred), as per official rules |
What Details Appear on the DHE Haryana Merit List 2026 PDF
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Sr. No. / Serial Number | Sequential ranking within the college/course list |
| College Name | Name of the college allotted (Government/Government-Aided/Self-Financing) |
| Course Name | e.g. BA, B.Sc, B.Com, BCA, along with specialization/subject combination if any |
| Registration ID | Candidate’s unique application/registration number |
| Student Full Name | Candidate’s name as per application form |
| Father’s Name | As per submitted documents |
| Mobile Number | Registered mobile number for SMS alerts |
| Gender | M/F/O as per application |
| Date of Birth (DOB) | As per Class 10 certificate |
| Seat Type | e.g. AIOC (All India Open Category), Self-Finance, Regular, Reserved category seat |
| 12th % / Base Marks | Class 12 percentage used for merit computation |
| Weightage | Additional marks added, if applicable |
| Total Allocation Marks | Final combined score used for seat allotment ranking |
| Category | General/SC/BC-A/BC-B/EWS/PwD etc. |
Note: Format shown above is based on the standard structure used in previous DHE Haryana UG merit lists (e.g. 2024-25 cycle). Column order/labels for the 2026-27 list may vary slightly college-to-college; always cross-check against your own downloaded PDF.
How to Check & Download DHE Haryana Merit List 2026
Follow these steps to access your merit list result:
- Visit the official DHE Haryana admission portal – admissions.highereduhry.ac.in
- On the homepage, go to the Navigation menu and click on “Know Your Result”
- You will be redirected to the DHE Haryana UG Admission 2026-27 Merit List page
- Under the “Know Your Result” section, enter your Registration Number carefully in the required field
- Click the Search button to view your allotment status
- Your allotted College Name, Course, and Total Allocation Marks will be displayed on screen
- Download/screenshot the result page and take a printout for future reference and fee submission
- Alternatively, candidates can download the full college-wise/course-wise Merit List PDF from the portal and use Ctrl+F to search their name or registration number
What To Do After Your Name Appears in the Merit List
- Check your allotted college and course carefully on the result page
- Visit the allotted college (or use the online fee module, as applicable) within the fee submission window: 23–27 July 2026
- Carry original documents + self-attested photocopies for verification:
- Class 10 & 12 marksheets/certificates
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- Transfer certificate
- Character certificate
- Migration certificate
- Domicile certificate
- Passport-size photographs
- Pay the prescribed admission/college fee to confirm the seat
- If you wish to wait for a better college/course in the next round, most cycles allow a “Defer” option instead of confirming the current allotment — check portal instructions before deciding
- If you do not pay fee within the window and do not defer, the allotted seat may be forfeited and offered to the next candidate in the second round
Documents Required at Verification/Admission
| Document | Details |
|---|---|
| Printout of DHE Haryana UG Application Form & Merit List Allotment Slip | Mandatory |
| Class 10 Marksheet & Certificate | Date of Birth Proof |
| Class 12 Marksheet & Certificate | Qualifying Examination Proof |
| Category Certificate | SC/BC-A/BC-B/EWS/PwD, if applicable, in prescribed format |
| Transfer Certificate (TC) | From last attended institution |
| Character Certificate | From last attended institution |
| Migration Certificate | If applicable, for candidates from other boards/states |
| Domicile/Residence Certificate | For Haryana resident quota, if applicable |
| Passport-size Photographs | Recent (4-6 copies) |
| Active Mobile Number & Email ID | For further communication |
DHE Haryana UG Admission 2026-27 – Full Cycle at a Glance
| Stage | Status |
|---|---|
| Online Registration | Completed (07 May – 12 July 2026) |
| Document Verification | Completed |
| Eligible Candidates List | Released — 20 July 2026 |
| 1st Merit List (Round 1) | OUT — 21 July 2026 |
| Round 1 Fee Submission | Ongoing — 23–27 July 2026 |
| 2nd Merit List (Round 2) | Upcoming — Expected Late July/Early August 2026 |
| Physical Counselling (Round 3) | Upcoming — Expected August 2026 |
| Commencement of Classes | Upcoming — Expected August 2026 |
Important Tips for Candidates Checking the Merit List
- Keep your Registration Number and login credentials handy before visiting the portal — server load is usually high on the release day
- Cross-check your allotted college and course name carefully — errors, if any, should be reported to the college/DHE helpdesk immediately
- Do not wait until the last day of the fee submission window; portal traffic and college queues build up close to the deadline
- If your name does not appear in Round 1, don’t panic — Round 2 and the physical counselling round (with leftover seats) still follow
- Save a screenshot/PDF of your merit status as proof, in case of any discrepancy during physical verification
- Always cross-verify news of list release/extension from the official portal — third-party sites can occasionally carry outdated info
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Check Merit List / Know Your Result | Click Here |
| Check Application Status | Click Here |
| Check Eligibility Status | Click Here |
| Student Login | Click Here |
| Official Admission Portal | Click Here |
| Jobweb.in – Latest Jobs & Updates | Click Here |
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| Join WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – DHE Haryana Merit List 2026
Q1. When was the DHE Haryana 1st Merit List 2026 released?
Ans. The 1st Online Merit List for UG Admissions 2026-27 was released on July 21, 2026 on the official portal admissions.highereduhry.ac.in.
Q2. How can I check my DHE Haryana merit list result?
Ans. Visit admissions.highereduhry.ac.in, click “Know Your Result”, enter your Registration Number, and click Search to view your allotted college and course.
Q3. What is the last date to submit the admission fee after the 1st merit list?
Ans. Candidates allotted a seat in Round 1 must submit their fee between July 23 and July 27, 2026 at the respective college.
Q4. Is DHE Haryana UG admission based on an entrance exam?
Ans. No. Admission is done purely on the basis of Class 12th marks (best 5 subjects) along with applicable weightage and the reservation policy — there is no separate entrance test.
Q5. What happens if I don’t get my preferred college in the 1st merit list?
Ans. You can wait for the 2nd Round merit list, or use the “Defer” option if available, or apply through the physical counselling round for leftover seats later in the cycle.
Q6. How many counselling rounds are there in DHE Haryana UG admission 2026?
Ans. There are typically two online merit-based counselling rounds followed by one physical counselling round for leftover seats.
Q7. What documents are required at the time of admission/fee submission?
Ans. Class 10 and 12 marksheets/certificates, category certificate (if applicable), transfer certificate, character certificate, migration certificate, domicile certificate, passport-size photographs, and the printout of the application/merit allotment slip.
Q8. Can I edit my application after the final merit list is out?
Ans. No. Once the registration/edit window (which closed on July 12, 2026) is over, no further corrections are allowed in the submitted application form.