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Direct Admission of Students Abroad (DASA) is an admission scheme introduced by the Ministry of Education, Government of India. Under the DASA Quota, eligible NRI students, including those living in the USA, UAE, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain, and other Middle East regions, can secure admission into top Centrally Funded Technical Institutions (CFTIs) in India. These include NITs, IIITs, SPAs, and other premier engineering colleges.
DASA UG admissions are now strictly based on JEE Main All India Rank (AIR), making it an important pathway for NRIs targeting engineering programs in India.
| Criteria | DASA | CIWG |
| Eligibility | PIOs, NRI and OCIs Worldwide. | – Children of Indian workers located in Gulf countries (Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates). |
| 10+2 eucation (or euquivalent) outside India. | Same as DASA but must be resident of gulf countries | |
| No. of Seats | As per DASA 2025 Seat Matrix – 3931 | 1541 seats are reserved |
| Academic Qualification | 10+2 or equivalent, including Physics, Mathmatics and one from Chemistry/Biology/Biotechnology. | 10+2 or equivalent, including Physics, Mathmatics and one from Chemistry/Biology/Biotechnology. |
| Admission Process | Based on JEE Main Rank | Based on JEE Main Rank |
| Seat Reservation | No Specific Reservation available but fixed number of seats are available | Out of total number of seats 5% of seats are reserved. |
| Participating Institutes | NITs, IIITs, SPAs, and other Centrally Funded Technical Institutes (CFTIs). | Same as DASA; NITs, IIITs, SPAs, and other CFTIs. |
| Fee Structure | $8000 per annum | Approximately ₹1.25 lakh per annum (as per Indian standards). |
| Seat Allocation | Based on JEE Main Rank | Based on JEE Main Rank |
| Quota Availability | Approximately 15% of seats in participating institutes are reserved for DASA candidates. | 5% of the total seats are reserved for CIWG candidates within DASA. |
| Documents Required | – Passport (to prove foreign residency status). | – Proof of parent’s employment in Gulf countries (work permit or residency proof). |
| – Proof of 10+2 education from abroad. | – Passport and proof of Gulf residency. | |
| Eligible Gulf Countries (for CIWG) | N/A | Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, UAE. |
| Application Fees | $300 + 250 USD as non-refundable registration fees (for 2025). | Same as DASA: $300 + 250 USD as non-refundable registration fees. |
| Tuition Fee Waivers | None; full tuition fee applicable. | Students under CIWG scheme pay the same fee as Indian students. |
| Counseling Process | Centralized counseling through DASA authority after JEE Main results. | Same counseling process under DASA but with specific CIWG reserved seats. |
For DASA and CIWG Candidates here is the Ebook for all the students. Download the Ebook in pdf format through the given link.
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DASA 2026 applications are expected in July 2026, with seat allotment rounds through August, and reporting, internal sliding, and Spot Round in September 2026. Final dates will be confirmed in the official brochure.
| DASA Episodes For NRI/PIO/OCI & Foreign National Students | Important Dates (Tentative) |
| Online application form will be available from | July 2026 |
| Deadline for submission of Online Application form | July 2026 |
| Last Date for receipt of JEE Main Scores | July 2026 |
| Seat Allotment – Round 1 | August 2026 |
| Confirmation by the candidates who have been allotted a seat in Round 1 | August 2026 |
| Seat Allotment – Round 2 | August 2026 |
| Confirmation by the candidates who have been allotted a seat in Round 2 | August 2026 |
| Seat Allotment – Round 3 | August 2026 |
| Confirmation by the candidates who have been allotted a seat in Round 3 | August 2026 |
| Choice refilling and registration date for new candidates registration | August 2026 |
| Date of reporting for candidates who have been allotted seats in Rounds 1, 2, 3 and 4 | September 2026 |
| Internal Sliding of NRI/PIO/OCI Candidates | September 2026 |
| Announcement of vacant Seat Matrix for Spot Round | September 2026 |
| Choice refilling and new applicants registration | September 2026 |
| Special Round against vacant seats & Spot Round Allotment process | September 2026 |
| Date of reporting for candidates who have been allotted seats in spot round | September 2026 |
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The CIWG reservation under DASA applies only to NRI students whose parents work in select Gulf countries. Eligible nations include Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. Valid proof of Gulf residency and employment of the parent is mandatory for CIWG benefits.
| Sr. No. | Country Name | Region | Eligibility Note |
| 1 | Bahrain | Gulf (Middle East) | Parent must be working/residing in Bahrain |
| 2 | Kuwait | Gulf (Middle East) | Valid employment/residency proof required |
| 3 | Oman | Gulf (Middle East) | Indian worker currently employed in Oman |
| 4 | Qatar | Gulf (Middle East) | Must hold valid QID/residency permit |
| 5 | Saudi Arabia | Gulf (Middle East) | Proof of parent’s employment in Saudi required |
| 6 | United Arab Emirates (UAE) | Gulf (Middle East) | Includes Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Fujairah, Ras Al Khaimah, Umm Al Quwain |
DASA-2026 will be coordinated by one of the NITs (as officially stated on the DASA portal). The conducting NIT for 2026 is yet to be confirmed, and the official DASA Brochure 2026 will be released shortly after the announcement.
Admissions to undergraduate and postgraduate programs under the DASA scheme for 2026 will be based on JEE Main Score 2026, including for NRI students living in the USA and Middle East applying under CIWG/DASA quota.
Eligible NRI/OCI/PIO students can secure undergraduate admission through the DASA & CIWG scheme in India’s premier Centrally Funded Technical Institutes. For 2026, a total of 62 colleges are participating under the DASA framework, including top NITs, IIITs, SPAs, and other CFTIs that offer engineering and architecture programs to students applying from the USA, Middle East, and other countries.
NITs
IIITs
Other CFTIs
Complete Participating Colleges List
As per the latest DASA guidelines, Indian Nationals, NRIs, PIOs, and OCIs applying under DASA/CIWG must complete at least two years of education (including Grade 11 and 12 or equivalent) in a foreign country within the last 8 years. This applies especially to students living in the USA, UAE, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and other Middle East regions, ensuring their academic qualification is from a foreign education system.
For DASA/CIWG admission, NRI students must present key documents like academic certificates, JEE Main score, passport, and allotment letter. CIWG applicants must also provide proof of their parent’s Gulf employment. These documents confirm eligibility and finalize admission.
| No. | Document Name | Description / Purpose |
| 1 | Allotment Letter | Issued after seat allotment through DASA portal for admission confirmation |
| 2 | X Class Pass Certificate / Marks Sheet | Proof of passing Class 10 |
| 3 | X+2 Pass Certificate / Marks Sheet | Proof of passing Class 12 (10+2 or equivalent) |
| 4 | Study and Conduct Certificate | Issued by last attended school/institution for behavior and attendance record |
| 5 | JEE Score Card / Report | Proof of JEE Main score used for DASA admission |
| 6 | Transfer Certificate (TC) | Issued by last attended institution for academic record transfer |
| 7 | Migration Certificate | Required if studying outside India or changing education board |
| 8 | Passport | Proof of nationality and identity (student) |
| 9 | CIWG Documents (only for CIWG applicants) | a. Parent’s Passport (working in Gulf) b. Parent’s Gulf Visa c. Company letter confirming employment in Gulf |
| 10 | Recent Passport Size Photos | Four recent color photographs for verification & ID purposes |
Below mentioned are the Cut-Offs of DASA/CIWG opening and closing ranks.
DASA CIWG Cut-Off Rank 2025
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NTA provides multiple international exam centres for JEE Main, making it easier for NRI students to appear from their resident countries. Locations include the USA, UAE, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain, Singapore, Saudi Arabia, Malaysia, and more. Each centre has a unique city code for application use.
| S. No | Center | Country | City | City Code |
| 1 | Out-Side India | Bahrain | Manama | ZZ01 |
| 2 | Out-Side India | Sri Lanka | Colombo | ZZ02 |
| 3 | Out-Side India | Qatar | Doha | ZZ03 |
| 4 | Out-Side India | UAE | Dubai | ZZ04 |
| 5 | Out-Side India | Nepal | Kathmandu | ZZ05 |
| 6 | Out-Side India | Oman | Muscat | ZZ06 |
| 7 | Out-Side India | Saudi Arabia | Riyadh | ZZ07 |
| 8 | Out-Side India | UAE | Sharjah | ZZ08 |
| 9 | Out-Side India | Singapore | Singapore | ZZ09 |
| 10 | Out-Side India | Kuwait | Kuwait City | ZZ10 |
| 11 | Out-Side India | Malaysia | Kuala Lumpur | ZZ11 |
| 12 | Out-Side India | Nigeria | Lagos/Abuja | ZZ12 |
| 13 | Out-Side India | Indonesia | Jakarta | ZZ13 |
| 14 | Out-Side India | Australia | Canberra | ZZ14 |
| 15 | Out-Side India | Austria | Vienna | ZZ15 |
| 16 | Out-Side India | Brazil | Brasilia | ZZ16 |
| 17 | Out-Side India | Canada | Ottawa | ZZ17 |
| 18 | Out-Side India | China | Beijing | ZZ18 |
| 19 | Out-Side India | Hong Kong | Hong Kong | ZZ19 |
| 20 | Out-Side India | Mauritius | Port Luis | ZZ20 |
| 21 | Out-Side India | Russia | Moscow | ZZ21 |
| 22 | Out-Side India | South Africa | Cape Town | ZZ22 |
| 23 | Out-Side India | Thailand | Bangkok | ZZ23 |
| 24 | Out-Side India | USA | Washington D.C. | ZZ24 |
| 25 | Out-Side India | Vietnam | Hanoi | ZZ25 |
Register on the DASA portal, submit details and documents, pay fees, and upload JEE Main scores. Choose and lock preferred colleges/branches. Seats are allotted based on JEE Main Rank. Accept the seat, pay remaining fees, and report to the allotted institute with original documents.
| Step | Action | Key Details |
| 1. Register Online | Visit official DASA portal | Create an account with valid email ID |
| 2. Fill Application Form | Enter personal, academic & JEE Main details | Double-check before submitting |
| 3. Upload Documents | Passport, 10th/12th mark sheets, JEE Main score, NRI/CIWG proof | Upload clear scanned PDFs |
| 4. Pay Fees | Pay online | $300 (reg.) + $2500 (tuition) for DASA; CIWG pays INR fee |
| 5. Fill & Lock Choices | Select preferred colleges & branches | Lock before deadline |
| 6. Seat Allotment | Based on JEE Main Rank | Check allotment results online |
| 7. Accept Seat & Report | Pay remaining fee & report to college | Submit original documents for verification |
Complete DASA Admission Process
| DASA Episodes For NRI/PIO/OCI & Foreign National Students | Important Dates(Tentative) |
| The online application form will be available from | June 2026 |
| Deadline for submission of Online Application form | June 2026 |
| Last Date for receipt of JEE Main Scores | June 2026 |
| Seat Allotment – Round 1 | August 2026 |
| Confirmation by the candidates who have been allotted a seat in Round 1 | August 2026 |
| Seat Allotment – Round 2 | August 2026 |
| Confirmation by the candidates who have been allotted a seat in Round 2 | August 2026 |
| Seat Allotment – Round 3 | August 2026 |
| Confirmation by the candidates who have been allotted a seat in Round 3 | August 2026 |
| Choice refilling and registration date for new candidate’s registration | |
| 6Date of reporting for candidates who have been allotted seats in Rounds 1, 2, & 3 | September 2026 |
| Internal Sliding of NRI/PIO/OCI Candidates | September 2026 |
| Announcement of vacant Seat Matrix for Spot Round | September 2026 |
| Choice refilling and new applicant’s registration | September 2026 |
| Special Round against vacant seats & Spot Round Allotment process | September 2026 |
| Date of reporting for candidates who have been allotted seats in spot round | September 2026 |
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Q1. When will the DASA 2026 Brochure be released?
The official DASA 2026 brochure is expected to be released in June 2026 by the conducting NIT. It will include eligibility, seat matrix, fee structure, reservation rules, and admission timelines for NRIs applying through DASA/CIWG.
Q2. What is the total fee under the NRI quota through DASA?
For DASA 2026, tuition is expected to be around USD 4,000 per semester for Non-SAARC students. CIWG applicants typically pay the same fee as Indian students (₹~62,500/semester). Registration fees of $300–$350 are charged separately.
Q3. Can NRI students write state engineering entrance exams?
Yes, NRIs can apply for state-level engineering entrance exams like KEAM, COMED-K, KCET, MHT-CET, or EAMCET depending on the state. However, DASA/CIWG admissions are strictly based on JEE Main rank only, not state exams.
Q4. Can I get admission to NIT/IIT/IIIT with SAT?
No. Since 2021, SAT scores are no longer valid for DASA/CIWG engineering admissions. JEE Main rank is the only accepted criterion. IIT admissions are exclusively through JEE Advanced and are not covered under the DASA quota.
Q5. Can I apply for both CIWG and Non-CIWG categories?
Yes, eligible CIWG candidates can apply for both CIWG and DASA categories by paying the applicable DASA tuition during registration. If you are allotted a CIWG seat, the extra fee is refunded after the admission cycle ends.
Q6. Can an NRI student take admission under the General Quota?
Yes, an NRI may compete under the General JEE Main quota just like domestic students by clearing JEE Main/Advanced. However, General Quota does not provide fee concessions or reserved seats available under CIWG/DASA.
Q7. Does IIIT Hyderabad offer CIWG reservation?
No. IIIT Hyderabad does not participate in the DASA/CIWG scheme and has no CIWG reservations. It conducts admissions through its own channels like UGEE, JEE Main percentile shortlisting, and SCAI programs.
Q8. Do US-based NRI students qualify for CIWG?
No. CIWG applies only to students whose parents work in specific Gulf countries. US-based NRIs are eligible for the DASA quota but cannot avail CIWG fee concessions unless they meet Gulf employment conditions.
Q9. What documents are needed to prove CIWG eligibility?
CIWG applicants must upload parent’s passport, resident visa, valid work permit, and employer letter confirming Gulf employment. These documents must be current and valid as per the year of application, usually 2025–26.
Q10. Is JEE Main mandatory for all DASA 2026 admissions?
Yes. DASA/CIWG admissions for 2026 are strictly based on JEE Main rank. No SAT, AP, IB, or school board marks are accepted. NRIs in USA, Middle East, and other countries must appear for JEE Main to be eligible.
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