DASA Registration Process

How To Apply For DASA / CIWG Scheme 2026 Step By Step Process:

 One of the National Institutes of Technology (NITs) conducts the DASA Scheme every year for admissions of NRI/OCI/Foreign National students living abroad, including large communities in the USA and Middle East (UAE, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia).

For the 2026 admission cycle, students applying under DASA/CIWG must use JEE Main All India Rank, as SAT Subject Tests are no longer accepted.
All eligible NRI/OCI/PIO students must first appear for JEE Main 2026 to apply for seats in NITs, IIITs, SPAs & CFTIs under the DASA/CIWG quota.

The updated step-by-step process to apply for DASA UG 2026–27 is given below:

Step 1: Registration Process of CIWG:

Here’s a list of steps that an applicant needs to follow to get registered successfully.

1. Create an Account on the Official DASA Portal

Visit the portal and start your registration process.

2026 Portal: The latest DASA 2026 link is expected to remain the same as recent cycles, but must be verified once the official brochure is released.

Tentative portal URL: https://www.dasanit.org/

To register, you need to fill in the following details:

• Email ID
  (A verification link will be sent to the student’s email.
  This email becomes the username for login.)
• Captcha Verification
  (To confirm the applicant is not a bot)

Once the details are entered, click “Create My Account”.

2. Email Verification

An email will be sent to the applicant’s registered email ID to complete the account creation process.

3. Login with Credentials

After receiving the verification mail:

• Enter Applicant ID (sent via email)
• Create a strong alphanumeric password
• Confirm the password

Once submitted, the registration is successfully completed.

4. Secure Your Login Information

Keep your Applicant ID and Password noted carefully.
Do not share login credentials with anyone, as these will be required for:

• Document Upload
• JEE Main Score Submission
• Choice Filling
• Fee Payment
• Seat Allotment
• Final Admission Reporting

You should note the Applicant Id and Password for future logins. And also don’t reveal your password to anybody.

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Step 2: Application Form Filling:

In this step, candidates will have to submit their personal, academic, and eligibility information in the online DASA 2026–27 application form using their registered email ID and password.

NRI / OCI / PIO / Foreign National applicants (including students living in the USA and Middle East – UAE, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia) can enter their branch and institute choices during the choice filling process.

Below is the updated step-by-step sequence:

Personal Details to be Entered

• Name of the Applicant
• Date of Birth
• Gender
• Residential Eligibility (NRI / OCI / Foreign National)
  (PIO category discontinued under current DASA rules, must be verified in 2026 brochure)
• Citizenship
• Countries in which Class 11 & 12 were completed (USA, UAE, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, etc.)
• Name of Parent/Guardian
• Relationship with Applicant

Specifications of the Scanned Documents:

Step 3: Submission of the Details:

In this step, applicants must upload all required documents and personal information to complete their DASA/CIWG 2026–27 application. These requirements apply equally to NRI students living in the USA and Middle East (UAE, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia) pursuing admission through JEE Main 2026.

The documents to be uploaded include:

• Passport
• Proof of Date of Birth
• Proof of completion of Class 10, 11, and 12 (or equivalent)
• Proof of fee payment in case of SWIFT/Online transfer
• JEE Main 2026 scorecard (mandatory for all NRI applicants)
  

(Final confirmation of document list will be verified once the official DASA 2026 brochure is released)

Passport Details (Mandatory for all NRI/OCI Students)

The following passport fields must match exactly across:

• DASA Application
• JEE Main Application
• Educational Records

Required Passport Information

• Passport Number
• Place of Issue
• Name of Issuing Country
• Date of Issue
• Validity Date

Students applying from the USA or Middle East must ensure their passport remains valid until the admission cycle is completed.

Proof of Date of Birth

Any ONE of the following is accepted:

• Secondary Education Board Certificate (Class X)
• Government-Issued Birth Certificate

Qualifying Examination Details

The candidate must submit information related to Class 12 or equivalent examination completed abroad.

Required Academic Details

• Year of Qualifying
• Name of Qualifying Examination
• Name of Board/University
• Name of School/College
• Result Status (Appeared / Passed)
• Subject-Wise Marks or Grades
• Marking Method (Percentage/CGPA/Grade)
• Total Marks Obtained
• Maximum Marks Possible
• Final Percentage / Aggregate

Step 4: Payment of the Application Fees:

The application fee payment for DASA/CIWG 2026–27 can be made using two methods , SWIFT Transfer or Online E-Payment. Along with the application fee, candidates must also pay the first semester tuition fee as applicable to their category (DASA or CIWG).

Note:
For NRI/OCI students living in the USA and Middle East (UAE, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia), SWIFT transfer remains the most common mode for international fee payment.

Methods of Fee Payment

1. SWIFT Transfer

Used by most applicants living abroad.
Proof of transaction must be uploaded while completing the online application.

2. E-Payment

Payment can be made using:

• International Debit Cards
• International Credit Cards
  

A Transaction ID will be generated upon successful payment, which must be saved for future verification.

Refund Policy

If the candidate:

• is not allotted a seat under DASA/CIWG
  OR
• withdraws their admission within the permitted timeline
• The first-semester tuition fee will be refunded as per DASA refund rules.

 Refunds will be transferred to the candidate’s bank account upon submission of complete banking details.

(Exact refund timelines and deduction clauses must be checked in the 2026 official brochure once released.)

Bank Account Details Needed for Refund

The following details should be submitted accurately to ensure smooth processing of the refund:

• Bank Account Number
• Name of the Account Holder
• Address of the Account Holder
• Country of the Account Holder
• Beneficiary Bank Name
• Beneficiary Bank Address
• Beneficiary Bank SWIFT Code
• Beneficiary Bank IBAN Number
• Intermediary Bank Name
• Intermediary Bank Address
• Intermediary Bank SWIFT Code
• Intermediary Bank IBAN Number
• Bank IFSC Code (if account is in India)
• Any Other Relevant Details (if applicable)
  

Additional Notes for USA & Middle East NRI Applicants

• Ensure the account holder name matches the passport used in the DASA registration.
• IBAN details are critical for applicants from UAE, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia.
• Keep transaction receipts safe until counseling concludes.
  

(If any change in the fee structure, Payment Gateway or refund guidelines is introduced in 2026, it must be updated after the official brochure release.)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. When will the DASA 2026-27 registration process begin?

DASA UG 2026-27 registration is expected to start in June 2026 after JEE Main results. NRI students must create an online account, submit documents, upload their JEE Main rank card, fill choices, and complete fee payment within the official deadline.

Q2. How do I create an account for DASA registration?

Visit the DASA portal, enter a valid email, verify the link sent, and set a secure password. Then log in using your Applicant ID, fill personal and academic details, upload documents, and proceed with fee payment to complete basic registration.

Q3. Which documents must be uploaded during DASA registration?

Students must upload their passport, date-of-birth proof, Class 10–12 transcripts, JEE Main 2026 scorecard, proof of studying Class 11–12 abroad, and fee payment receipt. CIWG students must also submit Gulf employment proof for a parent, including visa or work permit.

Q4. Is a JEE Main score mandatory to register for DASA 2026?

Yes. All DASA and CIWG candidates must upload their valid JEE Main 2026 All India Rank. There is no separate DASA exam or SAT requirement. Without JEE Main AIR, the application will not be accepted for seat allocation rounds.

Q5. Can I apply for DASA 2026 if my Class 12 results are not out yet?

Yes. Students appearing in Class 12 in 2026 may register by submitting an Undertaking stating that final marks will be uploaded once declared. Admission remains provisional until verification of Class 12 documents is completed through the DASA portal.

Q6. How do NRI students from the USA and Gulf choose colleges during registration?

Students can select unlimited programs and institutes from NITs, IIITs, SPAs, and CFTIs. Choice order matters during allotment. Higher JEE Main rank and wisely structured preferences improve chances of securing top branches like CSE, ECE, and IT.

Q7. How is the DASA 2026 registration fee paid by international applicants?

Fees can be paid online via international debit/credit cards or through SWIFT transfer from banks in the USA, UAE, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain, or Saudi Arabia. After payment, students must upload the fee receipt on the DASA portal for verification.

Q8. What happens if personal or passport details are incorrect during registration?

Incorrect passport number, name spelling, or date of birth can lead to rejection. All details must exactly match the JEE Main application, school records, and passport. Students should review the form carefully before final submission and fee payment.

Q9. Can USA-based students register under CIWG during the DASA process?

No. CIWG applies only if a parent works in eligible Gulf countries (UAE, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia). Students living or studying in the USA can apply only under DASA. They must compete through JEE Main rank with all other NRI applicants.

Q10. Can students update choice preferences after initial registration?

Yes. Choice refilling and modification is usually allowed after Round-1 seat allotment, during new registration week in late August. Students may reorder choices or add new institutes based on their JEE Main rank and Round-1 results.