B.A. Economics (Hons.) is DU’s most quantitative Commerce-stream degree and a direct route into economics, analytics and finance. The scores below are UR minimum allocation scores from CSAS 2026 Round 1.
Top DU colleges for Economics (Hons.) by 2026 Round 1 UR score
SRCC and St. Stephen’s led, both in the 890s, with the leading colleges clustered in the high 800s.
| College | UR score |
|---|---|
| Shri Ram College of Commerce | 897.4 |
| St. Stephen's College | 892 |
| Hindu College | 880.8 |
| Lady Shri Ram College (W) | 851.2 |
| Hansraj College | 849.2 |
| Kirori Mal College | 836.6 |
| Miranda House (W) | 834.9 |
| Sri Venkateswara College | 827.3 |
| Ramjas College | 826.3 |
| Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Khalsa College | 813.6 |
| Jesus & Mary College (W) | 800.4 |
| Sri Guru Gobind Singh College of Commerce | 794.9 |
Category-wise scores at the top colleges
Category scores sit below UR. A few figures were not published by DU and are shown as a dash.
| College | UR | OBC-NCL | SC | ST | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shri Ram College of Commerce | 897.4 | 791.4 | 733.4 | 649 | 840.5 |
| St. Stephen's College | 892 | — | 759.3 | 837.5 | — |
| Hindu College | 880.8 | 772.5 | 714.7 | 627.7 | 818.5 |
| Lady Shri Ram College (W) | 851.2 | 707.8 | 615 | 524.2 | 754.1 |
| Hansraj College | 849.2 | 712.8 | 659.7 | 583.6 | 786.4 |
What CUET score do you need? Economics (Hons.) by band
Economics (Hons.) has fewer seats than B.Com (Hons.), so options thin out faster below the top band.
| Your CUET score band | Economics (Hons.) colleges | Score range |
|---|---|---|
| 850 – 899 | 4 | 851.2 – 897.4 |
| 800 – 849 | 7 | 800.4 – 849.2 |
| 750 – 799 | 7 | 762.1 – 794.9 |
| 700 – 749 | 9 | 704.8 – 748.4 |
| 650 – 699 | 5 | 653.0 – 690.7 |
| 600 – 649 | 5 | 609.2 – 641.4 |
| Below 600 | 3 | 572.0 – 589.7 |
Alternatives worth considering
- Economics combined with Mathematics in BA Programme — strong analytical base, lower scores.
- B.Com (Hons.) — broader commerce coverage at similar top colleges.
- Business Economics — applied, management-flavoured economics.
Preparation for Class 11 and Class 12 students
Economics (Hons.) rewards conceptual clarity and mathematical comfort. Build the quantitative side early — statistics, mathematical methods and applied economics — alongside consistent mock practice, rather than treating it as a memorisation subject.
Aiming for Economics (Hons.)? Test where you stand
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the highest Economics (Hons.) cut-off at DU in 2026? +
The highest UR minimum allocation score for B.A. Economics (Hons.) in CSAS 2026 Round 1 was 897.4 at SRCC, followed by St. Stephen’s at 892.0 and Hindu at 880.8.
What CUET score is needed for Economics (Hons.) at a top college? +
The leading colleges required high-800s to high-890s UR scores in 2026 Round 1. A score of 830+ opened strong options such as Kirori Mal, Miranda House and Sri Venkateswara.
Is Economics (Hons.) more quantitative than B.Com (Hons.)? +
Yes. Economics (Hons.) is more mathematical and analytical, with a heavier focus on statistics and mathematical methods, while B.Com (Hons.) covers broader commerce and accounting subjects.
Which DU colleges offer Economics (Hons.) with lower scores? +
In 2026 Round 1, the 750–800 UR band included options such as Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Khalsa, Jesus & Mary and Sri Guru Gobind Singh College of Commerce, with further colleges below 750.
B.Com (Hons.) or Economics (Hons.) — which is more competitive at DU? +
At the very top, B.Com (Hons.) scored higher — five colleges above 900 versus a peak of 897.4 for Economics (Hons.). Both are highly competitive; the choice should follow your strengths and career interest rather than cut-offs alone.
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