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NRI students planning to take admission in prestigious engineering colleges in India for 2025-26?

If you are an NRI student living in the USA or Middle East (UAE, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia), you may have many questions about the NRI quota, CIWG/DASA scheme, course fee, available seats, required cutoffs, which exam to prepare for (JEE Main mandatory), admission procedure, important dates & deadlines, and DASA/CIWG participating colleges.

To make things easier, we have compiled all updated information for 2025–26 into a single, easy-to-understand DASA / CIWG eBook.
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Top 10 FAQs (Updated for 2025–26)

1. What is the DASA/CIWG scheme for NRI students in 2025–26?

DASA/CIWG is an admission scheme for NRI, OCI, and PIO students seeking engineering seats in top institutes like NITs, IIITs, and CFTIs. CIWG offers reduced fees for students whose parents work in Gulf countries.

2. Is JEE Main mandatory for DASA/CIWG 2025–26?

Yes. From 2025 onward, JEE Main score is compulsory for all students applying through DASA or CIWG. SAT Subject Tests are no longer accepted.

3. Who is eligible for the CIWG quota in 2025–26?

CIWG is for students whose parents work in Gulf countries: UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Qatar. Parent’s passport, Gulf visa, and employer certificate must be submitted.

4. What is the fee structure for DASA/CIWG 2025–26?

DASA applicants pay USD 4000/semester, while CIWG applicants pay approx. ₹1,25,000/year.
(Verify final 2026 fee once the official brochure is released.)

5. What documents are required for DASA/CIWG 2025–26?

Students must upload their passport, DOB proof, Class 10–12 marksheets, school certificate (Appendix-II), proof of 2 years of education abroad, and fee payment receipt. CIWG applicants must upload parent’s Gulf employment documents.

6. What is the minimum JEE Main cutoff for DASA 2025–26?

Cutoffs change every year based on JEE ranks, seat availability, and applicant volume. Top NITs generally require strong JEE Main performance.
(Exact 2025–26 cutoff data will be updated after Round 1 seats are released.)

7. Can NRI students in the USA apply for DASA/CIWG?

Yes. Students studying in the USA are fully eligible under the DASA category if they completed both Class 11 and Class 12 abroad and meet JEE Main requirements.

8. Is CIWG beneficial for Gulf-based NRI families?

Yes. CIWG offers significantly lower tuition fees (₹1.25 lakh/year instead of USD 4000/semester). Seats are reserved specifically for children of Indian workers in Gulf countries.

9. How many seats are available under DASA/CIWG?

Around 2,500+ seats are available under DASA across NITs, IIITs, and CFTIs, with 1/3rd of seats reserved for CIWG in participating institutes.
(Exact 2025–26 seat matrix will be updated once published.)

10. How can I download the DASA/CIWG 2025–26 eBook?

You can download the eBook instantly using the button on this page. It includes updated information on fees, cut-offs, documents, timelines, participating colleges, and preparation guidance for NRI students.