A migration certificate is an important document in the Delhi University (DU) admission process, especially for students coming from outside Delhi or from a different board/university. Whether it is mandatory depends on your educational background.
When a Migration Certificate is Mandatory
- Outstation students: If you completed your Class 12 or qualifying exam from a board outside Delhi, you must submit a migration certificate at the time of admission.
- Inter-university transfers: If you are shifting from another university to DU, this certificate is essential to confirm your eligibility.
When It May Not Be Required
- Students from Delhi: If your qualifying exam was from a Delhi-based board and you have a domicile in Delhi, most colleges will not require it.
- Within the DU system: Students who studied in DU-affiliated institutions for previous courses may be exempt.
Provisional Admission Without Migration Certificate
- Many DU colleges allow provisional admission if you have a genuine reason for delay.
- You will need to sign an undertaking promising to submit the certificate within a given timeframe.
- Not all colleges follow this; always confirm with the respective college before applying.
Documents Commonly Required for DU Admission
- Provisional certificate
- Transfer Certificate (T.C.)
- Migration Certificate (if applicable)
- Character Certificate
- Class 10 & 12 mark sheets and certificates
- Reserved category certificate (if applicable)
- Two self-attested photographs
How to Get a Migration Certificate
You can obtain it from your school, education board, or through online platforms like DigiLocker.
Conclusion–
A migration certificate is mandatory for DU admission if you are from outside Delhi or a different board/university, but in some cases, provisional admission is possible with an undertaking. Always check the latest DU admission guidelines for your course.
