DU's Iconic Program
B.A. Economics (Hons)
University of Delhi · 3-Year Undergraduate Programme
Key numbers
NIRF Rank (University)
#6
NAAC Grade
A+ (3.28)
Total Intake
1,800 seats
Program Duration
3 Years
Are you eligible?
Class 12 Aggregate
Minimum 97% in Class 12.
Mandatory Subjects
Mathematics and Economics must be part of your Class 12 curriculum.
Entrance exams
Investment
₹0.8L total
~₹0.3L per year
- Tuition Fee₹25,000per year
Your 3-Year Journey
Year +0
Year 1
Micro & Macro foundations + Mathematical methods.
Year +1
Year 2
Econometrics, International Economics & Development Economics.
Year +2
Year 3
Game Theory, research projects, and placement prep.
Year +3
Graduation
DU degree in hand + placement season with top banks & consultancies.
Placement · 2025
Where graduates land
Placement rate
80%
Top recruiters
The Cut-off is No Joke
A 97% minimum in Class 12 makes this one of DU's most selective programs. You'll be competing with the country's top students, so your CUET UG score needs to be elite.
The verdict
Strong fit
If you're hitting 97%+ in Class 12 with Maths and Economics, this is literally one of the best-value economics programs in India. DU's alumni network in finance and policy is unmatched, placements are solid, and the total fee is under ₹1 lakh. Just know that the competition is fierce and the experience is classic DU—not a plush private campus.
Matches what you said
- ✓ Affordable fees under ₹1L
- ✓ Strong placement track record in finance & consulting
- ✓ Reputed central university tag
Doesn't match
- ✗ Low-stress admission process
- ✗ Flexible modern curriculum
- ✗ Private campus infrastructure