Direct Admission of Students Abroad (DASA) 2018

(A Scheme of Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India)

www.dasanit.org www.mnnit.ac.in

INFORMATION BROCHURE
(Updated on April 11, 2018)

Admission to Under Graduate Engineering & Architecture Programmes in

NITs, IIITs, SPAs
and
Other Centrally Funded & Premier Technical Institutes

Coordinating Institution

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IMPORTANT DATES
Submission of online application – April 12 to June 11, 2018
Last date for receipt of SAT Subject Test Score – June 11, 2018
First round of Seat Allotment – June 24, 2018
Confirmation by candidates who have been allotted a seat in Round 1 – June 24–27, 2018
Second Round of Seat Allotment – June 30, 2018
Confirmation by candidates who have been allotted a seat in Round 2 – June 30 to July 03,2018
Third Round of Seat Allotment – July 06, 2018
Confirmation by candidates who have been allotted a seat in Round 3 – July 06–09, 2018
Choice refilling and new applicants registration (If payment is made – July 10–13, 2018
by SWIFT then it should be paid by 05th July 2018)
Fourth Round of Seat Allotment – July 17, 2018
Confirmation by candidates who have been allotted a seat in Round 4 – July 17–20, 2018
Reporting to allotted Institutes by candidates who have been allotted – July 21–26, 2018
a seat in Rounds 1, 2, 3, and 4
Announcement of vacant seat matrix for Spot round – July 29, 2018
Choice refilling and new applicants registration for Spot Round (If – July 30 to August 01, 2018
payment is made by SWIFT then it should be paid by 29th July 2018)
Spot Round against vacant seats & Spot Round Allotment – August 03, 2018
Reporting to allotted Institutes by candidates who have been allotted – August 04–08, 2018
a seat in Spot Round

SAT Score Time Line

The last date for receipt of SAT scores for DASA-2018 is as follows:
11th June 2018 for Round 1, 2 and 3
12th July 2018 for Round 4
31st July 2018 for Spot Round
All the dates are as per Indian Standard Time (IST)

Contact Details

Coordinator, DASA 2018

DASA Office, Admission Cell
Office of the Dean (Academic)
Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology Allahabad
Allahabad – 211004 (UP) INDIA
Phone : +91-532-227 1044, 1051, 1047, 1004
Fax : +91-532-254 5341
Email : dasa2018@mnnit.ac.in
Website : https://www.dasanit.org

Disclaimer

Under no circumstances will DASA 2018 at MNNIT Allahabad be liable for the accuracy of the information published. While
every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of this information at the time of publication, additions, updates, alterations and
changes in circumstances may occur between the time of publication and the time the user views the information. DASA
2018 at MNNIT Allahabad advises users to verify the accuracy and completeness of the information before committing to
any course of action. Under no circumstances will DASA 2018 at MNNIT Allahabad be liable for damages arising from use
of this information.

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Greetings from DASA 2018 and MNNIT Allahabad.

Admissions for Foreign Nationals/Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs)/Non- Resident Indians (NRIs)/
Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) under Direct Admission of Students Abroad (DASA) Scheme of Ministry
of Human Resource Development (MHRD), Government of India for Undergraduate programmes in
Engineering/Architecture/ Planning for the Academic year 2018-19 to National Institutes of Technology
(NITs), Indian Institutes of Information Technology (IIITs), Schools of Planning and Architecture (SPAs),
and other premier Technical Institutions in India will be facilitated by MNNIT Allahabad.
1. ADMISSIONS UNDER DASA SCHEME 2018-19
From time immemorial, India has been recognized as an international centre for learning. Indian
Universities and Institutes of higher education and research have made a significant contribution
in science and technology and have played a pioneering role in transforming the country into a
knowledge society. India can claim its position as one of the leading countries providing affordable
higher education to its people as well as to students and scholars from countries all over the
world. Students find the entire learning experience innovative and challenging by being part of a
dynamic ecosystem, rich in tradition and cultural diversity. They acquire a perfect blend of
aptitude, skills, values, enabling them to become competent and competitive to face the
challenges of a globalized world.

The Technical Institutions which are participating in DASA 2018 have established themselves
among the top ranked Institutions in the country. Their reputation is due to the high standards of
teaching, research, and the exciting career pathways provided to students. The NITs and IIITs are
declared as Institutes of National Importance by an Act of Parliament and most of the other
Institutions are Deemed Universities. All Participating Institutions are autonomous. A degree from
any of these Institutions enjoys considerable merit and recognition, besides opening up wonderful
opportunities for pursuing international careers in architecture, engineering and technology. The
alumni have excelled themselves in various fields of science, technology and management in
various parts of the world.

Admission to Foreign Nationals/Persons of Indian Origin/ Non-Resident Indians/Overseas Citizen

of India to undergraduate programmes in premier Technical Institutions is being offered under
DASA scheme of MHRD since the academic session 2001-02. MHRD has entrusted the
coordination of the admission process under DASA scheme for the academic year 2018-19 to
MNNIT Allahabad vide official order (F.No.35-9/2016-TS.III dated: January 09, 2018).

Those seeking admission under DASA scheme have to apply online, fill an online application form
and make fee payment through E-payment/SWIFT transfer on or before 23:59 (IST), 11th June,
2018. Further, online application and documents should be uploaded to DASA website through
portal (https://www.dasanit.org) only. Applicants should also arrange to send SAT Subject Test
Scores directly from College Board, USA, to Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology
Allahabad (Institute Code: 7563) so as to reach Coordinator, DASA 2018, DASA Office,
Admission Cell, Office of the Dean (Academic), Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology
Allahabad, Allahabad – 211004 (UP) INDIA on or before 23:59 HRS (IST) 11th June, 2018.

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1.1 Participating Institutions *

The provisional list of participating institutions which are covered under DASA scheme 2018 for
admission to Under Graduate programmes in Engineering/ Architecture/ Planning are as follows :
National Institutes of Technology (NITs)
1. National Institute of Technology, Agartala, Tripura www.nitagartala.in
2. Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology Allahabad www.mnnit.ac.in
3. National Institute of Technology, Arunachal Pradesh www.nitap.in
4. Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh www.manit.ac.in
5. National Institute of Technology, Calicut, Kerala www.nitc.ac.in
6. National Institute of Technology, Delhi www.nitdelhi.ac.in
7. National Institute of Technology, Durgapur, West Bengal www.nitdgp.ac.in
8. National Institute of Technology, Goa www.nitgoa.ac.in
9. National Institute of Technology, Hamirpur, Himachal Pradesh www.nith.ac.in
10. Malaviya National Institute of Technology, Jaipur, Rajasthan www.mnit.ac.in
11. National Institute of Technology, Jalandhar, Punjab www.nitj.ac.in
12. National Institute of Technology, Jamshedpur, Jharkhand www.nitjsr.ac.in
13. National Institute of Technology, Kurukshetra, Haryana www.nitkkr.ac.in
14. National Institute of Technology, Manipur www.nitmanipur.in
15. National Institute of Technology, Mizoram www.nitmz.ac.in
16. Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology, Nagpur, Maharashtra www.vnit.ac.in
17. National Institute of Technology, Patna , Bihar www.nitp.ac.in
18. National Institute of Technology, Puducherry, Karaikkal www.nitpy.ac.in
19. National Institute of Technology, Raipur , Chhattisgarh www.nitrr.ac.in
20. National Institute of Technology, Rourkela, Orissa www.nitrkl.ac.in
21. National Institute of Technology, Sikkim www.nitsikkim.ac.in
22. National Institute of Technology, Silchar, Assam www.nits.ac.in
23. National Institute of Technology, Srinagar www.nitsri.net
24. Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology, Surat, Gujarat www.svnit.ac.in
25. National Institute of Technology Karnataka, Surathkal, Karnataka www.nitk.ac.in
26. National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli, Tamilnadu www.nitt.edu
27. National Institute of Technology, Warangal, Telangana www.nitw.ac.in
28. National Institute of Technology, Meghalaya www.nitmeghalaya.in
29. National Institute of Technology, Uttarakhand www.nituk.ac.in
Indian Institutes of Information Technology (IIITs)
30. Indian Institute of Information Technology, Allahabad, (Jhalwa & Amethi Campus), UP www.iiita.ac.in
31. Indian Institute of Information Technology, Design and Manufacturing, Jabalpur, MP www.iiitdmj.ac.in
32. Indian Institute of Information Technology, Design & Manufacturing, Chennai www.iiitdm.ac.in
33. Indian Institute of Information Technology, Vadodara, Gandhinagar, Gujarat www.iiitvadodara.ac.in
Schools of Planning and Architecture (SPAs)
34. School of Planning and Architecture, Bhopal www.spabhopal.ac.in
35. School of Planning and Architecture, Delhi www.spa.ac.in
36. School of Planning & Architecture, Vijayawada www.spav.ac.in
Other Premier Technical Institutions
37. PEC University of Technology, Chandigarh www.pec.ac.in
38. Delhi Technological University, Delhi www.dce.ac.in
39. Indraprastha Institute of Information Technology, Delhi www.iiitd.ac.in
40. Sant Longowal Institute of Engineering and Technology, Longowal, Punjab www.sliet.ac.in
41. National Institute of Foundry and Forge Technology, Ranchi, Jharkhand www.nifft.ernet.in
42. Pandit Deendayal Petroleum University, Gandhinagar www.pdpu.ac.in
43. National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology, Aurangabad www.aurangabad.nielit.gov.in
44. Netaji Subhas Institute of Technology Delhi www.nsit.ac.in
45. Tezpur University, Assam www.tezu.ernet.in
46. Indian Maritime University www.imu.edu.in
47. Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University, Katra, Jammu and Kashmir www.smvdu.ac.in
48. The University Institute of Engineering of Technology (UIET), Punjab University, Chandigarh www.uiet.puchd.ac.in
49. The University Institute of Chemical Engineering & Technology (UICET), Punjab University, Chandigarh uicet.puchd.ac.in
The candidates are advised to visit the website of DASA-2018 for the final list of participating Institutions. They are
also advised to visit the websites of the respective Institutes for detailed information about their institution.
NOTE: Some Institutes offer 5 year dual degree programmes B.Tech. + M.Tech./MBA in various disciplines.
* The above list of Participating Institutions are tentative and some more Institutions are in
process of being added to this list.

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2. ADMISSION DETAILS
2.1 Eligibility Criteria
2.1.1. Age
Only applicants born on or after October 01, 1993 are eligible. Date of birth as recorded in the
Secondary Education Board / University Certificate [Class X or equivalent] or any certificate
issued by the Government authorities only will be taken as authentic.

2.1.2. Academic Eligibility

Applicant must have passed the qualifying examination, i.e. Senior Secondary [10+2] or
equivalent [See Appendix- I] from any system of education as recognized by the Association of
Indian Universities (www.aiuweb.org).
AND

Applicant should have successfully completed Mathematics, Physics and one of the subjects
from (Chemistry, Bio-technology, Computer Science, Biology) in 11th AND / OR 12th, as
applicable in the respective boards.
AND

Applicant must have secured a minimum of at least 60% aggregate marks (average of all
subjects of qualifying examination taken together) or 6.50 CGPA (on a 10 point scale) or
equivalent in the qualifying examination. In case, CGPA on a different scale is awarded OR if
only grades are awarded, percentage/CGPA equivalence provided by the principal examination
authorities will only be considered. Applicants appearing for the qualifying examination with the
above-mentioned subjects in the academic year 2017-18 and expecting their final results latest
by September 15, 2018 may also apply.
AND

Applicant should have a minimum total valid score of 1800 in SAT Subject Tests (Subjects:
Mathematics Level 2, Physics and Chemistry) i.e. SAT–II. SAT subject test score has to be
sent directly through College Board to MNNIT Allahabad (Institute Code: 7563). Internet
downloaded score cards are not acceptable. Applicants at the time of registration for SAT
Subject Tests should indicate Institute code 7563 for sending their scores to MNNIT Allahabad.
Applicants who have taken multiple attempts in SAT Subject Tests can send valid score to
MNNIT Allahabad directly through College Board, USA. The best valid score in each subject
will be considered for arriving at the total score which will be used for merit list preparation. SAT
Subject Test scores received till 11th June, 2018 only will be considered for preparation of merit
lists for Round 1, Round 2 and Round 3.

For more details on SAT Subject Tests, visit website: www.collegeboard.com.

2.1.3. Residential Requirement

All foreign nationals studying in any country including India or Indian nationals studying abroad
who fulfill prescribed admission criteria shall be eligible.

Prescribed admission criteria for Indian Nationals shall be at least two years of education,
inclusive of 11th & 12th or equivalent (not beyond), in a foreign country during the last 8 years
and must pass the qualifying examination from abroad.

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2.2 Reservation for Children of Indian Workers in Gulf Countries (CIWG) and its fee
structure
5% supernumerary seats (within 15% of supernumerary quota of DASA) are reserved for
Children of Indian Workers in Gulf (i.e., 1/3rd seats from DASA quota is reserved for CIWG).
The fee applicable for this category shall be at par with the fee prescribed for Indian National
(i.e. ` 1,25,000/- per student per annum) either in INR or equivalent USD.
Countries under CIWG are:
1. Bahrain
2. Iraq
3. Iran
4. Kuwait
5. Oman
6. Qatar
7. Saudi Arabia
8. United Arab Emirates

Essential Documents:
(i) For CIWG quota, there has to be proof of either parent working in a gulf country. The
proof that either of the parent is working in gulf country will be:
• Copy of the passport of the parent working in the gulf.
• Copy of Parent’s visa.
• Copy of Parent’s Work Permit (If any).
• Certificate from the company/organization as proof that parent is working in
gulf country as per Appendix III of UG Brochure.
(ii) Eligibility of CIWG will be same as that of NRIs.
(iii) CIWG candidate has to make a payment of US $ 300 as registration fee (non-refundable)
and INR ` 62,500/- towards tuition fee for one semester. (either in INR or equivalent
USD)
(iv) The vacant seats if any, out of 5% supernumerary seats reserved under CIWG quota
shall be reverted to other category of DASA-2018 only.
(v) Any change in the tuition fee from competent authority from time to time will be
applicable to CIWG also.

NOTES:

1. NRI candidates who are eligible for CIWG Category will have the option to be
considered for other seats of DASA as well. In order to avail this option
candidates have to deposit same initial fee as applicable to DASA (Non-SAARC)
category candidates.
2. These candidates will be shown both CIWG and all other DASA seats as two
different options for each Institute and branch during the academic program
choice filling. They can fill their choices for both types of seats in order of their
preferences out of all available seats under CIWG category as well as all other
seats of DASA.
3. In case, final admission is given in CIWG Category, balance amount of fee will be
refunded.
4. CIWG category candidates who have not opted to be considered for other seats
of DASA category, will be shown the seats available in CIWG category only.

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2.3 Fee Payment & Refund Rules

2.3.1. Fee Structure
Registration Fee and First Semester Tuition Fee for different admitted categories are as
under:

Tuition Fee Total Amount paid

Admission Category Registration Fee
(For First Semester along with the
(Non-Refundable)
only) Application Form
CIWG US $ 300/- INR ` 62,500/- INR ` 62,500/- +
US $ 300/-
DASA US $ 300/- US $ 4000/- US $ 4300/-
(Non-SAARC)
DASA (SAARC) US $ 300/- US $ 2000/- US $ 2300/-
Foreign Nationals, who are nationals of SAARC countries, are eligible for 50% Tuition Fee
waiver provided they have passed the qualifying examination in SAARC countries. They are
required to pay an amount of US$ 2,300 [US Dollars two thousand and three hundred only]
along with the application form (i.e. US$ 2,000 towards first semester tuition fee and a non
refundable registration fee of US$300).
Parents, living in India or abroad & also applicants from Nepal and Bhutan can pay
prescribed fees under DASA scheme either in US Dollars or in Equivalent Indian Rupees.
If payment is made in INR then they are required to submit Exchange Rate Certificate
from the bank and copy of the payment/debit advice along with the application form.
Tuition Fee for subsequent semesters of study: The tuition fee of INR ` 62,500 / US$ 4,000 /
US$ 2,000 (as applicable) for the subsequent semesters of study is to be paid by the admitted
applicants, directly to the concerned Institution.
Hostel Accommodation and other Expenses: Hostel fee and other expenses, which may
typically range from US$400 – US$800 per annum and may vary from Institute to Institute, are
required to be paid by the applicant directly to the Institution at the time of admission.
Applicants are advised to visit the websites or contact concerned authorities of the respective
Institutes for detailed information regarding hostel accommodation, its availability and other
expenses. DASA 2018 is not responsible for arranging Hostel or other facilities at the individual
Institutes.
2.3.2. Fee Payment
The applicants who fulfill the eligibility criteria for admission specified at 2.1 above (under sub
clauses 2.1.1, 2.1.2 and 2.1.3), should submit the application form online along with the
requisite registration fee and first semester tuition fee. The fee can be paid either through E-
payment or SWIFT Transfer.
Any transaction charges towards SWIFT / E-Payment should be borne by the applicant.
A. Details for payment through SWIFT Transfer
Payment can be made through bank transfer to VIJAYA BANK:

(i). Amount (USD) :

(ii). Value Date :
(iii). Intermediary Institution (Field F56a) : –
(iv). Account with Institution (Field F57a) : VIJAYA BANK, MNNIT ALLAHABAD
(Swift/BIC code: VIJBINBBRSM)
(v). Beneficiary Customer-Account-Name : Account Number : 718401011011373
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and Address (Field F59) Account Name: DASA-2018

Address:
VIJAYA BANK, MNNIT ALLAHABAD,
TELIARGANJ ALLAHABAD – 211004,
UP, INDIA
(vi). IFSC Code* : VIJB0007184
*0 in the IFSC code is numerical ZERO
(vii). Remittance Information (Field F70) : Application ID
Applicant Name
Passport No. and Country
(viii). Details of Charges (Field F71a) : OUR

In case of any query regarding bank details/SWIFT please contact:

Branch Manager, Vijaya Bank

MNNIT Allahabad Branch, Allahabad
Phone : +91-532-2271155
Mobile : +91-7379724743
Email : vb7184@vijayabank.co.in

IMPORTANT:
While transferring the money through SWIFT, all Bank transaction charges should be borne by
the applicant. In the SWIFT payment form at field 71A: Details of Charges, type as ‘OUR’.
Applicants are advised to ensure that all Bank charges are paid by themselves.
Further, for making online payment (particularly For applicants making payment through SWIFT
transfer), it is advised that the payment should be initiated at least three days (or even
earlier if needed) before the closing date of online application to ensure the payment reaches
DASA account before the closing date of online application. In case, the payment does not
reach to the DASA account before the closing date due to any delays in the process, DASA will
not be responsible and such applicants will not be considered for seat allocation.

B. Details for Electronic Payment (E-Payment):

DETAILS REGARDING E-PAYMENT TO BE UPLOADED VERY SOON.

2.4 Refund of Fees and mode of refund

The registration fee of US$ 300 is non-refundable.
2.4.1. Refund Rules
Refund will be regulated as follows:
a. Applicants who withdraw their application, on or before 11th June, 2018.
OR
Applicants who are not allotted a seat as per their choices indicated due to non-availability of desired
course/ Institution.
OR
Applicants who are not meeting the eligibility criteria at the time of processing the application will be
allowed full refund of tuition fee component paid along with the application.
b. Applicants, who withdraw after 11th June, 2018.
OR
Applicants, who are allotted any seat as per their choices, and do not accept the allotment (decline or no
response within the prescribed time limit), will be allowed a refund of 50% of tuition fee component paid
along with the application.
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c. Applicants, who accept the seat allotted and later on change their decision, by not joining or applicants
who have been provided provisional admission and rejected at the time of admission for want of
academic eligibility, will not be considered for any refund of tuition fee component paid along with the
application.
d. Applicants, who withdraw their admissions in the first semester after joining the Institutions or could not
submit academic or other documents in time, will not be considered for any refund of tuition fee
component paid along with the application.
e. Applicants, who had not submitted their qualifying exam results at the time of submission of application,
may be provisionally allotted a seat based on their merit based on SAT Subject Test scores. If they take
provisional admission in an Institute, they shall submit their results later within a specified date
(September 15, 2018). If they are found not qualified based on their (10+2) or equivalent exam results
on that date, then such applicants will not be considered for any refund of tuition fee component paid
along with the application.
f. Applicants who are allotted a seat in Spot round as per their choices and do not accept the allotment
(decline or no response within the prescribed time limit) will not be considered for any refund of tuition
fee component paid along with the application.

Note: Such applicants, who have not submitted their qualifying exam results at the time of submission of
application, shall give an undertaking (online) with the application stating “I may be allotted a seat based
on my SAT Subject Test score. I shall submit my qualifying examination grades at the time of admission
or within the specified date i.e., 15th September 2018. In case, if I am unable to submit the grades within
the stipulated time/ or not meeting the academic eligibility, I am liable for termination / forgo my seat from
the admitted institute and willing to forfeit the tuition fee paid along with the application.”

2.4.2. Mode of Refund

All refunds will be through SWIFT transfer only. The applicant should submit online the request
for Cancellation of Application/ Allotment/ Admission for DASA 2018 and refund remittance
particulars. All eligible refunds will be processed as per DASA-2018 refund rules after the
admission process is over.

Note:
(i) The registration fee of US$ 300 in all cases will be non-refundable.
(ii) All refund requests will be processed only after the completion of the entire admission
process.
(iii) Refund will be made only in US Dollars to applicants who have paid the initial fee in US
Dollars and in Indian Rupees to those who have paid fee in Indian Rupees. Transfer
charges as applicable will be deducted from the amount to be refunded.
(iv) In the case of applicants who have made the initial payment in US Dollars through e-
payment, the equivalent foreign exchange (USD) of the Indian Rupees (INR) credited
to DASA’s bank account at the time of payment of fees only would be considered to
compute the eligible amount. The maximum refund will be limited to the eligible refund
amount in USD.
(v) In the case of applicants who have made the initial payment in US Dollars through
Swift Transfer, the equivalent foreign exchange (USD) of the Indian Rupees (INR) as
per Swift credit advise memo received from the beneficiary’s (DASA) bank at the time
of payment of fee only would be considered to compute the eligible amount. The
maximum refund will be limited to the eligible refund amount in USD.
(vi) Request for refund through email or other means will not be considered.
For refund of the fee, following information/details will be required to make an outward
remittance to the student/s eligible for refund:
(1) INTERMEDIARY BANK NAME & ADDRESS/ SWIFT To be provided by the
CODE (Field F56a) CANDIDATE.
(2) BENEFICIARY BANK NAME & ADDRESS/ SWIFT To be provided by the
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CODE/IBAN No. (Field F57a) CANDIDATE.

IBAN No. shall be mandatory for banks in Middle East/GCC
and other places where it is applicable.
(3) BENEFICIARY ACCOUNT NO. AND BENEFICIARY To be provided by the
ACCOUNT TITLE (Field F59) CANDIDATE.
(4) SENDER TO RECEIVER INFORMATION (Field F70)
(5) DETAILS OF CHARGES (Field F71a) Transfer charges as applicable
will be deducted from the
amount to be refunded.

2.5 Submission of Application

The submission of application is a two stage process, both of which are essential.

a. Online application (http://www.dasanit.org) and submission of required documents online (scanned and
uploaded). No hard copy of application or supporting documents needs to be sent.
b. SAT subject test score to be sent to MNNIT Allahabad through College Board, USA
(Institute Code 7563)
Online Application
We recommend use of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox browser while using the DASA admission portal. Internet
Explorer (IE) is not recommended.

The Online process involves the following steps:

2.5.1. Registration:
Create an account at http://www.dasanit.org by entering the following details to register:

(i) Email ID (valid email ID to which a web link will be mailed to complete the registration process). This will
be your username.
(ii) Captcha words (in the space provided).
(iii) Once correct details are entered, click Create my account.
(iv) An email will be sent to your email address with a link to complete the registration. Check your email and
click the web link.
(v) Enter Applicant ID (given in the email).
(vi) Enter Password (preferably a combination of uppercase, lowercase, number and symbol to be chosen
by the applicant).
(vii) Confirm Password.
(viii) Once correct details are entered, registration is complete.
(ix) Applicants are advised to note the Applicant ID and password for future logins (for completing the
application form and checking the status of the application etc) and to keep it confidential.

2.5.2. Application filling and submission:

 The candidates are advised to read information brochure carefully and visit our
website https://www.dasanit.org regularly for updates.
 Scanned copies of all relevant documents in JPG format must be ready to
upload.
Once an account is created, applicants should Login using email address and Password.

Applicants can enter any number of choices in the order of preference which can be of any combination of
Institutes and/or courses of their choice in the order of priority from the list of courses available.

The recommended sequence and detailed instructions for filling the application form will be uploaded on the portal
once the application process starts. Applicants will need to upload the following:

(i) Latest passport size photograph in JPG format (size ~ 3.5cmx3.5cm, file size < 100kB).
(ii) Scanned signature of applicant in JPG format (file size<100 kB).
(iii) Scanned copies of relevant documents in JPG format (the size of each such file <500 kB
Colour/B&W/Gray Scale).

Applicants may use any image editing software like Microsoft Office Picture Manager or Microsoft Paint to resize
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the photograph and documents. The photograph will appear on admission order hence use a photograph with
sufficient clarity and contrast. All the scanned documents should also be clearly readable.

Applicants are advised to click Preview Application Form button to preview the form and ensure that all the
required details have been provided correctly. In case, there are some corrections to be made, applicants can click
the 'Edit the Application Form' button and edit the application. After ensuring that all the data provided are correct
and in the required format the applicant should click the Submit the online application Form button to submit the
online application. The submitted online application should be downloaded and saved by making use of the
Download Application Form button. Applicants should keep copy of the submitted online application form for their
records and print if required. However, the applicants are not required to send the hard copy of application form
and documents to DASA office.

Note:

(i) If an applicant is unable to fill the online application in one session, he / she can save and continue it in
subsequent sessions and complete it.
(ii) Once the online application is submitted, the applicant will not be able to modify any of the data
in the application form.

Submission of the online application along with required documents

The process to be followed during the submission of the application is given below:

Submit the application form through online portal with scanned copies of the following
documents (Please ensure that name of the candidate should be exactly same in the
passport, qualifying exam and SAT score):
 Applicant’s Passport (Nationals of Nepal who do not have a passport, copy of
Authenticated Citizenship Card has to be submitted*).
 Proof for date of birth (Secondary Education Board / University Certificate [Class X or
equivalent] or any certificate issued by the Government authorities).
 Mark Sheet of 10th, 11th and 12th (or) Equivalent examination(s).
 Certificate from School authorities (in the format given in Appendix-II on letter head of
the school) as proof of completion of 11th and 12th Standard or equivalent.#
 Proof of last 2 years of education in foreign country in case of NRI (School leaving
certificate/Mark sheets/Study Certificate as in appendix IV).
 Details and proof of fee payment in case of payment by SWIFT transfer.

# In case, 12th standard or equivalent is not completed yet, the candidate has to give an
undertaking in the online application.
Eligible applicants who have appeared/are appearing for the qualifying examination during the
academic year 2017-18 can also apply by submitting the completed application form along with
the registration fee, first semester tuition fee and other documents. In any case, the
applicants are to ensure that the online application is completed along with required
documents before 23:59 HRS (IST) June 11, 2018. Provisional admission given based on
SAT score will be deemed to be cancelled if the applicant is not able to produce the
required documents for academic eligibility within the specified time.

Note:
(i) The transcripts / marks / grade sheets of the qualifying examination should be self attested.
(ii) If any supporting documents are in languages other than English or Hindi, authenticated translated copy
of the documents in English or Hindi must also be provided.
(iii) Incomplete/illegible applications and documentary evidences in any respect would be summarily
rejected without any communication to the applicants.
(iv) The applicant should ensure that the application is submitted timely. DASA 2018 Coordinating Institute,
MNNIT Allahabad shall not be responsible for delays in online submission, if any.
(v) A copy of the qualifying exam marks card is to be provided to the DASA office as soon as it is available.

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(vi) Applicants should submit the original marks card of the qualifying examination and all other documents
at the time of admission at the allotted Institute or submit it within the dates specified by that Institute.
(vii) Please mention full name of applicant & DASA 2018 Application ID in all correspondence.

Original documents are to be produced at the time of admission at the allotted institute. The admitting
institute will be responsible for verification of documents and ensuring that all required documents as per
rules are available.

* Authentication of citizenship card for applicants from Nepal

Applicants applying under DASA Scheme 2018 from Nepal should submit (online) a copy of the authenticated
residence proof (Passport or Citizenship card) along with the online application form, to be eligible for considering
their application. Applicants can contact Embassy of India in Kathmandu, Nepal or Embassy of Nepal at New Delhi
for verification and authentication of the residential proof certificates. Applicants should submit authenticated
residential proof documents at the time of admission failing which the provisional admission granted would be
cancelled. Hence applicants from Nepal applying under DASA Scheme 2018 are strongly advised to start the
authentication process immediately by contacting the office of Embassy of Nepal at New Delhi or Embassy of
India in Kathmandu, Nepal at the earliest, so that they will be able to submit the authenticated residential proof
certificates at the time of admission.

2.6 Last Date for Submission of Online Application form

Last date for Submission of completed application form along with required fee and supporting documents at
DASA website is 23:59HRS (IST) June 11, 2018.
The applications of applicants whose SAT Subject Test scores are not received, for any reason
whatsoever, by June 11, 2018 will not be considered for allotment of seats in the first three rounds.
However, their application may be considered for allotment of seats in Round 4 and Spot round against
the seats remaining vacant.

2.7 Seat allotment procedure

Seat allotment will be strictly based on valid SAT Subject Test scores and the choices given by the
applicant in the order of their merit and priority taken together.

2.7.1. Consideration of SAT Subject Test Scores

Only those applicants whose valid SAT subject test scores have been received by MNNIT Allahabad directly from
College Board would be considered for the preparation of merit list subject to their satisfying all other
requirements. In case of applicants who have made multiple attempts, the best of the valid individual subject
scores communicated by College Board will be used to compute the total SAT subject test scores.

2.7.2. Preparation of Merit List

A merit list of all the eligible applicants would be drawn on the basis of total SAT Subject Test scores only.
Only those applicants, whose valid SAT Subject Test scores have been received by MNNIT Allahabad, on or
before June 11, 2018 directly from College Board, will be considered for merit list preparation and seat allotment. If
the SAT Subject Test scores (total) of two or more applicants are same, the inter se merit of such applicant shall
be determined as follows:
By Marks obtained in SAT Subject Test for Mathematics Level 2 followed by Physics. In case the tie is
not broken by the above consideration then the date of birth of the applicants will be compared and older
applicant will be given higher merit.
The decision of DASA 2018 Core Committee in this regard shall be final and binding on all
concerned.

2.7.3. Allotment of Institutions and Courses

Based on the merit list drawn as above, the allotment of Institution and course would be made as per the choices
indicated by the applicant in his/her application form. An applicant appearing higher on merit list would get higher
priority in allotment of course / Institution of his / her choices as compared to an applicant appearing lower in the
merit list. In case, Institute/course of first preference indicated by the applicant is not available, he/she will be
allotted the 2nd preference (Institute / course) and so on. Such of those applicants who have not been allotted any
seat will be indicated as Not allotted in the allotment list. In such cases, the applicants will be eligible for Round 2,
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Round 3 and Round 4 of allotment against vacancies.

All selected Foreign nationals must obtain a valid student visa as applicable to their category issued by the Indian
Missions abroad. The visa can be obtained by producing the Provisional Admission offer letter and other required
documents at the Indian Missions located in their respective country. It will be the responsibility of the candidate to
arrange appropriate visa.

2.7.3.1 First Round of Allotment (Round 1)

All eligible applicants would be considered for first round of allotment. First round of allotments shall be displayed
on DASA 2018 applicant portal (www.dasanit.org) on June 24, 2018. No individual allotment letters/email will
be sent to applicants who get a seat allotment. The applicants are strongly advised to check the web
announcements on allotments. DASA 2018 Coordinating Institute, MNNIT Allahabad would not be responsible
for any delay in checking the applicant portal by the applicants. Applicants who are allotted seat in Round 1 are
required to confirm their options on or before 23:59 HRS (IST) on June 27, 2018.
Applicants who are allotted their first choice of Institute/ course in Round 1, would have two options
Press Accept if you are accepting the allotted Institute/Course and the Provisional Admission Letter would
be generated. Please download and print the Provisional Admission Letter sign it and submit it to the Allotted
Institute at the time of Admission (July 21-26, 2018). All selected Foreign nationals must obtain a valid student
visa as applicable to their category issued by the Indian Missions abroad. The visa can be obtained by producing
the Provisional Admission offer letter and other required documents at the Indian Missions located in their
respective country.

Press Decline if you do not wish to accept the allotted Institute/Course and Seat Cancellation/ Withdrawal letter
would be generated. By pressing Decline you lose your right for any further seat allotment in Round 2 and
Round 3. You are eligible to re-register for Round 4 and Spot Round. The seat so vacated would be available for
re-allotment in subsequent rounds for other eligible applicants. All eligible refunds will be processed after the
completion of the admission process (after spot round) and no requests for refund before this will be considered.

Applicants who are allotted any choice of Course/Institute other than the first choice in Round 1, would
have three options
(i) Press Accept if you are satisfied with the currently allotted seat and do not want your higher preference
choices to be considered in Round 2 allotment. The Provisional Admission Letter would be generated
in this case. Please download and print the Provisional Admission Letter sign it and submit it to the
Allotted Institute at the time of Admission(July 21-26, 2018). All selected Foreign nationals must obtain a
valid student visa as applicable to their category issued by the Indian Missions abroad. The visa can be
obtained by producing the Provisional Admission offer letter and other required documents at the Indian
Missions located in their respective country.

(ii) Press Accept & Upgrade if you are accepting the currently allotted seat but are interested to be
considered in Round 2 allotment for up gradation of Institute/ course as per the original choices given at
the time of filling the application. The Provisional Allotment Letter would be generated in this case. If
the applicant gets a seat that has higher preference in his/her list of choices in Round 2, the applicant
will automatically forfeit his/her claim on the seat previously allotted i.e. the applicant cannot
have the liberty of choosing between the seats allotted in successive rounds. In case, no up
gradation takes place due to unavailability of vacancies in the higher choices during Round 2, the
allotment in Round 1 will be retained.

(iii) Press Decline if you do not wish to accept the allotted Institute/Course and Seat Cancellation/
Withdrawal letter would be generated. By pressing Decline you lose your right for any further seat
allotment in Round 2 and Round 3. You are eligible to re-register for Round 4 and Spot Round. The
seat so vacated would be available for re-allotment in subsequent rounds for other eligible applicants. All
eligible refunds will be processed after the completion of the admission process (after spot round) and
no requests for refund before this will be considered.

Those applicants, who fail to confirm their options on or before 23:59 HRS (IST) on June 27, 2018, would
be presumed to be not interested for admission in the allotted Institution/ course and would also, lose
their right for any further seat allotment in Round 2 and Round 3. The seat so vacated would be available
for re-allotment again in subsequent rounds for other eligible applicants. They are eligible to re-register for Round
4 and Spot Round.

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2.7.3.2 Second Round of Allotment (Round 2)

All eligible applicants who were not allotted a seat in the first round and all those who had opted for Accept &
Upgrade in first round would be considered for seat allotment in the second round as per inter se merit. Second
round of allotments shall be displayed on DASA 2018 applicant portal (www.dasanit.org) on June 30, 2018. No
individual allotment letters/email will be sent to applicants who get a seat allotment. The applicants are
strongly advised to check the web announcements on allotments. DASA 2018 Coordinating Institute, MNNIT
Allahabad would not be responsible for any delay in checking the applicant portal by the applicants. Applicants
who are allotted seat in Round 2 are required to confirm their options on or before 23:59 HRS (IST) on July 03,
2018.

Applicants who are allotted their first choice of Institute/ course in Round 2, would have two options

Press Accept if you are accepting the allotted Institute/Course and the Provisional Admission Letter would be
generated. Please download and print the Provisional Admission Letter sign it and submit it to the Allotted
Institute at the time of Admission(July 21–26, 2018). All selected foreign nationals must obtain a valid student
visa as applicable to their category issued by the Indian Missions abroad. The visa can be obtained by producing
the Provisional Admission offer letter and other required documents at the Indian Missions located in their
respective country.
Press Decline if you do not wish to accept the allotted Institute/Course and Seat Cancellation/ Withdrawal letter
would be generated. By pressing Decline you lose your right for any further seat allotment in Round 3. You
are eligible to re-register for the Round 4 and Spot Round. The seat so vacated would be available for re-
allotment in subsequent rounds for other eligible applicants. All eligible refunds will be processed after the
completion of the admission process (after spot round) and no requests for refund before this will be considered.

Applicants who are allotted any choice of Course/Institute other than the first choice in Round 2, would
have three options

(i) Press Accept if you are satisfied with the currently allotted seat and do not want your higher preference
choices to be considered in Round 3 allotment. The Provisional Admission Letter would be generated in
this case. Please download and print the Provisional Admission Letter sign it and submit it to the Allotted
Institute at the time of Admission(July 21–26, 2018). All selected foreign nationals must obtain a valid
student visa as applicable to their category issued by the Indian Missions abroad. The visa can be
obtained by producing the Provisional Admission offer letter and other required documents at the Indian
Missions located in their respective country.

(ii) Press Accept & Upgrade if you are accepting the currently allotted seat but are interested to be
considered in Round 3 allotment for upgradation of Institute/ course as per the original choices given at
the time of filling the application. The Provisional Allotment Letter would be generated in this case. If the
applicant gets a seat that has higher preference in his/her list of choices in Round 3, the applicant will
automatically forfeit his/her claim on the seat previously allotted i.e. the applicant cannot have the liberty
of choosing between the seats allotted in successive rounds. In case no up gradation takes place due to
unavailability of vacancies in the higher choices in Round 3 allotment, the allotment in Round 2 will be
retained.

(iii) Press Decline if you do not wish to accept the allotted Institute/Course and Seat Cancellation/
Withdrawal letter would be generated. By pressing Decline you lose your right for any further seat
allotment in Round 3. You are eligible to re-register for the Round 4 and Spot Round. The seat so
vacated would be available for re-allotment in subsequent rounds for other eligible applicants. All eligible
refunds will be processed after the completion of the admission process (after spot round) and no
requests for refund before this will be considered.

Those applicants, who fail to confirm their options on or before 23:59 HRS (IST) on July 03, 2018, would be
presumed to be not interested for admission in the allotted Institution/ course and would also, lose their right for
any further seat allotment in Round 3. The seat so vacated would be available for re-allotment again in
subsequent round for other eligible applicants. They are eligible to re-register for the Round 4 and Spot Round.

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2.7.3.3 Third Round of Allotment (Round 3)

All applicants who were not allotted a seat in the second round and all those who had opted for Accept and
Upgrade in Round 2 would be considered for seat allotment in the third round as per inter se merit. Third round of
allotments shall be displayed on DASA 2018 applicant portal (www.dasanit.org) on July 06, 2018. The applicants
are strongly advised to check the web announcements on allotments. DASA 2018 Coordinating Institute, MNNIT
Allahabad would not be responsible for any delay in checking the applicant portal by the applicants. Applicants
who are allotted seat in Round 3 are required to confirm their options on or before 23:59 HRS (IST) on July 09,
2018.

Applicants who are allotted a seat in Round 3 would have four options

(i) Press Accept if you are accepting the allotted Institute/Course and the Provisional Admission Letter would
be generated. Please download and print the Provisional Admission Letter sign it and submit it to the
Allotted Institute at the time of Admission (July 21–26, 2018). All selected foreign nationals must obtain a
valid student visa as applicable to their category issued by the Indian Missions abroad. The visa can be
obtained by producing the Provisional Admission offer letter and other required documents at the Indian
Missions located in their respective country.
(ii) Press Round 4 without choice change if you are accepting the currently allotted seat but are interested
to be considered in Round 4 allotment for up gradation of Institute/ course as per the original choices given
at the time of filling the application. The Provisional Allotment Letter would be generated in this case. If the
applicant gets a seat that has higher preference in his/her list of choices in Round 4, the applicant will
automatically forfeit his/her claim on the seat previously allotted i.e. the applicant cannot have the
liberty of choosing between the seats allotted in successive rounds. In case no up gradation takes
place due to Round 4 allotment, the allotment in Round 3 will be retained.
(iii) Press Round 4 with choice change if you are interested to change the original choices you have given at
the time of filling the application and be considered in Round 4 allotment. The Provisional Allotment Letter
will not be generated in this case. The applicant will automatically forfeit his/her claim on the seat
allotted in Round 3. A re-registration fee of US$300 (US Dollars Three hundred only) is to be paid for the
choice change. Applicants taking this option should specifically note that, depending on their merit
(based on SAT Subject Test Score) and modified choices; they may or may not get a seat in Round
4 of allotment.
(iv) Press Decline if you do not wish to accept the allotted Institute/Course and Seat Cancellation/ Withdrawal
letter would be generated. You are eligible to re-register for the Round 4 and Spot Round. The seat so
vacated would be available for re-allotment in subsequent rounds for other eligible applicants. All eligible
refunds will be processed after the completion of the admission process (after spot round) and no requests
for refund before this will be considered.
Those applicants, who fail to confirm their options on or before 23:59 HRS (IST) on July 09, 2018, would
be presumed to be not interested for admission in the allotted Institution/ course. The seat so vacated
would be available for re-allotment in subsequent rounds for other eligible applicants. They are eligible to re-
register for Round 4 and Spot Round.

Applicants who are NOT allotted a seat in Round 3 but would like to participate in Round 4 would have
two options

Press Round 4 without choice change (Not Allotted) if you are interested to be considered in Round 4
allotment for up gradation of Institute/ course as per the original choices given at the time of filling the application.

Press Round 4 with choice change (Not Allotted) if you are interested to change the original choices you have
given at the time of filling the application and be considered in Round 4 allotment.

Those applicants, who fail to confirm their options on or before 23:59 HRS (IST) on July 09, 2018, would
be presumed to be not interested to be considered for Round 4. They are eligible to re-register for Round 4
and Spot Round.

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2.7.3.4 Fourth Round of Allotment (Round 4)

Applicants who have opted for Round 4 after Round 3 allotment are considered for Round 4 allotment. Applicants
who were not eligible for allotment in the earlier rounds and have become eligible later can register for Round 4.
Applicants who have declined their allotments or withdrawn/cancelled their applications are eligible to re-register
for Round 4 after paying a re-registration Fee of US$ 300 (US Dollars Three hundred only). New applicants
(applicants who have not submitted their online application on or before June 11, 2018) who meet the academic
and residential eligibility requirements are also eligible to register for Round 4. Interested applicants who wish to
participate in Round 4 must send SAT scores through College Board to MNNIT Allahabad (Institute Code 7563)
so as to reach MNNIT Allahabad on or before 23:59 HRS (IST) July 12, 2018. Valid SAT subject test scores of
SAT subject tests administered by College Board prior to July 12, 2018 will only be considered for Round
4.

The online portal will be opened for modifying choices and payment of required fees for registered & eligible
applicants from July 10–13, 2018. The fees can be paid either through SWIFT Transfer or E-payment only.
Regarding making online payment (particularly for applicants making payment through SWIFT transfer), it is
advised that the payment should be initiated at least three days or even earlier before the closing date of online
application to ensure the payment reaches DASA account before the closing date of online application. In case,
the payment does not reach to the DASA account before the closing date due to any delays in the process,
DASA will not be responsible and such applicants will not be considered for seat allocation.

Applicants can enter any number of choices which can be of any combination of Institutes and/or courses of your
choice in the order of priority from the list of courses available.

All eligible applicants who have opted for Round 4 would be considered for seat allotment in the fourth round as
per inter se merit. Fourth round of allotments shall be displayed on DASA 2018 applicant portal
(www.dasanit.org) on July 17, 2018. The applicants are strongly advised to check the web announcements on
allotments. DASA 2018 Coordinating Institute, MNNIT Allahabad would not be responsible for any delay in
checking the applicant portal by the applicants. Applicants who are allotted seat in Round 4 are required to
confirm their options before 23:59 HRS (IST) July 20, 2018.

Applicants who are allotted a seat in Round 4 would have two options

(i) Press Accept if you are accepting the allotted Institute/Course and the Provisional Admission Letter would
be generated. Please download and print the Provisional Admission Letter sign it and submit it to the
Allotted Institute at the time of Admission (July 21–26, 2018). All selected Foreign nationals must obtain a
valid student visa as applicable to their category issued by the Indian Missions abroad. The visa can be
obtained by producing the Provisional Admission offer letter and other required documents at the Indian
Missions located in their respective country.

(ii) Press Decline if you do not wish to accept the allotted Institute/Course and Seat Cancellation/ Withdrawal
letter would be generated. You are eligible to re-register for the Spot Round. All eligible refunds will be
processed after the completion of the admission process (after spot round) and no requests for refund
before this will be considered.

Those applicants, who fail to confirm their options on or before 23:59 HRS (IST) on July 20, 2018, would
be presumed to be not interested for admission in the allotted Institution/ course. However, they are
eligible to re-register for Spot Round.

2.7.3.5 Provisional admission letters and reporting to allotted Institutions

Only the list of applicants, who are allotted specific Institutions/ courses as per the allotment list and from whom
the acceptance of the seat allotment has been received within the specified time frame, will be forwarded to
concerned Institution for granting provisional admission. Applicants are strongly advised to check the status of
their allotment on the specified dates without fail. Provisional Admission Letter is to be submitted to the Allotted
Institute at the time of Admission (July 21–26, 2018).

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After four rounds of allotment, provisionally selected applicants have to report to allotted Institutes for
admission during July 21–26, 2018. All admissions would be subject to the verification of original
certificates / documents and satisfactory physical fitness as prescribed by the concerned Institutes
during the time of admission. Not reporting at the allotted Institute during the specified period entails
cancellation of the allotted seat.

2.7.4. Internal Sliding

All the participating Institutes would be requested to conduct internal sliding on July 27, 2018 on the basis of
inter-se merit and choice for internal sliding indicated by the applicant at the time of admission for vacancies that
exist in the particular institute on completion of admission process. After the internal sliding is completed, the
participating Institutes will notify the vacancy status to DASA Office at MNNIT Allahabad.

2.7.5. Spot Round

Seats remaining vacant after the internal sliding in respective Institutes will be displayed on the DASA 2018
website on July 29, 2018. Applicants who have not got any allotment in the earlier rounds and those who were
not eligible for allotment in the earlier rounds and have become eligible later can register for Spot round.
Applicants who have declined their allotments or withdrawn/cancelled their applications are eligible to re-register
for Spot round after paying a re-registration Fee of US$ 300 (US Dollars Three hundred only). Applicants who
have got admitted to the allotted Institute have to withdraw their admission before internal sliding if they would
like to participate in Spot Round. New applicants who meet the academic and residential eligibility requirements
are also eligible to apply. Interested applicants who wish to participate in this Spot round must send SAT scores
through College Board to MNNIT Allahabad (Institute Code 7563) so as to reach MNNIT Allahabad on or before
July 30, 2018. Valid SAT subject test scores of SAT subject tests administered by College Board prior to
July 31, 2018 will be considered for Spot Round.

The online portal will be opened for modifying choices and payment of required fees for registered & eligible
applicants from July 30, 2018 to August 01, 2018. The fees can be paid either through SWIFT Transfer or E-
payment only. For making online payment (particularly For applicants making payment through SWIFT transfer),
it is advised that the payment should be initiated at least three days (or even earlier if needed) before the
closing date of online application to ensure the payment reaches DASA account before the closing date of online
application. In case, the payment does not reach to the DASA account before the closing date due to any delays
in the process, DASA will not be responsible and such applicants will not be considered for seat allocation. Spot
round is likely to be conducted on August 03, 2018. Please note that applicants who meet all the eligibility
requirements of DASA 2018 and have all required original documents should only participate in this SPOT
admission round. Those applicants provisionally selected for admission through the Spot round would have to
report for admission in allotted Institutes between August 04–08, 2018. Applicants who are allotted a seat in
Spot round as per their choices and do not accept the allotment (decline or no response within the
prescribed time limit) will not be eligible for any refund.

3. MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION
Following information is for the benefit of applicants who are taking admission in an Institute:

3.1 Visa Requirement

All selected Foreign nationals must obtain a valid student visa as applicable to their category issued by the
Indian Missions abroad. The visa can be obtained by producing the provisional admission letter and other
required documents at the Indian Missions located in their respective country.

3.2 Medical Examination

The applicants, in their own interest, are advised to ensure that they are medically fit to pursue the prescribed
course of study. The applicants would be required to submit the Medical Certificate from an authorized medical
practitioner in their home country or India for general fitness. Alternatively, the applicants would be required to
undergo a medical fitness test at the time of reporting at concerned Institute. Please note that if the applicant is
not medically fit, his / her admission is likely to be rejected.

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3.3 Reporting at the Institute

Applicants who have been / provisionally allotted a seat in an Institution in the first four Rounds have to report for
admission in these Institutions during July 21–26, 2018. Generally, the academic session at each Institute begins
in the 3rd 4th week of July. The details regarding the documents / certificates to be submitted at the time of
reporting at the Institute can be checked with respective Institutes. Applicants should submit the original marks
card of the qualifying examination at the time of admission at the allotted Institute or submit within the dates
specified by that Institute. Not reporting at the allotted Institute during the specified period entails
cancellation of the allotted seat.

3.4 Branch Change

Applicants are advised to contact or visit the respective Institutes for the details of branch change at the end of
first year. DASA 2018 will not be responsible for any branch change after all DASA 2018 admissions are over.

3.5 Academic Regulations, Placement and Internship

Potential applicants should visit the websites of individual Institutes or directly approach the authorities of the
concerned Institutes for details on academic regulations, placement and opportunities for internship.

3.6 Accommodation
Most of the Institutes are residential and the applicants are required to reside in the campus. The hostels are
well-equipped with amenities such as reading room, dining hall, etc. Potential applicants should visit the websites
of individual Institutes or directly approach the authorities of the concerned Institutes for details of fees,
residential requirements, etc.

3.7 Medium of instruction

English is the medium of instruction at all the Institutes.

3.8 SPDC SCHEME

There is scholarship programme for Diaspora children, for higher and technical education in India. For further
details please visit this link http://www.edcilindia.co.in/

4. OTHER GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

 Applicants are advised to read all instructions carefully, before filling the online application form.
 The application forms must be filled in English only. Application forms, filled in languages other than
English will be summarily rejected.
 Upload recent photograph (3.5 cm x 3.5 cm) while filling application form.
 Fill the fee payment details and attach documentary evidence of payment as applicable.
 Upload scanned copies of other supporting documents, as already specified in the preceding sections.
 If any supporting documents are in languages other than English or Hindi, authenticated translated
copy of the documents to English or Hindi must also be uploaded.
 Applicants who are nationals of Nepal but do not have a passport, need to submit copy of
Authenticated Citizenship Card.
 Applicant can fill up as many choices as he/she wishes. Please see the DASA website for details about
the Institute and Courses offered under DASA 2018 Scheme.
 Applicant’s name should be consistently same in SAT score as well as passport and other certificates.

Note: All decisions of DASA 2018 Core Committee regarding admissions under DASA
Scheme 2018 shall be final and binding. Disputes if any, relating to the admissions
under DASA Scheme 2018 coordinated by MNNIT Allahabad shall be subject to
jurisdiction of The Hon’ble High Court of Allahabad, Allahabad, India only.

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APPENDIX – I

Details of Qualifying Examination

For admission to undergraduate courses in Engineering/Architecture/Planning, Universities/ Institutes in India require the
applicants to have completed at least 12 years of schooling (equivalent to 10+2 system of Indian Education). Applicant
should have completed successfully Mathematics, Physics and one of the subjects from (Chemistry, Biotechnology,
Computer Science, Biology) in 11th and / or 12th, as applicable in the respective boards.

The following foreign examination have been recognized by Association of Indian Universities (AIU) as equivalent to +2
stage qualification of an Indian Board giving access to the Bachelor Degree programme at Indian Universities. In case
applicants qualification is not listed, they need to apply to AIU for an equivalence certificate. (For details Visit Association of
Indian Universities website http://www.aiuweb.org/Evaluation/evaluation.asp).

1. 12 years Baccalaureate Certificate of Chad, Gabon, France and Tunisia.

2. International Baccalaureate Diploma awarded by International Baccalaureate Organization Geneva,
Switzerland.
3. 12 years General Secondary Education Certificate of the Ministry of Education Bahrain, Egypt, Jordan, Kuwait,
Oman, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and other Gulf countries.
4. GCE/IGCSE/GCSE examinations of the approved British Examination Bodies, with Minimum 5 (Five) subjects in A,
B, C Grades including English at ORDINARY (‘O’) Level and 2/3 subjects at ADVANCED LEVEL has been equated
with +2 stage qualification. Candidates intending to join Professional courses are required to have passed the
subjects of Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Mathematics in ADVANCED LEVEL & English at AS LEVEL.
5. 12 Year High School Diploma from accredited Schools of USA.
6. 6. Intermediate/Senior Secondary/Higher Secondary examinations of the approved Boards in Pakistan,
Bangladesh, Bhutan and Nepal.
7. 7. 12 year Secondary Stage qualification of National Examinations Board of the Ministry of Education, Ethiopia,
Sudan.
8. 12-year Secondary Stage examination conducted by various Provinces in * Canada and Australia.
9. ** GCE “Ordinary and Advanced” level examination of the Department of Education, Government of Sri Lanka,
Singapore, Hong Kong & Mauritius.
10. 12 year STPM examination of Malaysia.
11. 12 year Secondary Stage qualification of Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Republic of Vietnam and Yemen Arab Republic
12. “Abitur” examination of Germany.
13. *** 12 year High School Diploma awarded by the accredited American Schools/International Schools in other
countries following American System of Education.
14. Pre University Certificate Examination of the Ministry of Education, Iran.
15. 12 year Secondary School Certificate Examination of the Ministry of Education, Islamic Republic of Afghanistan.
16. 12 Year Secondary School Certificate Examination of the Ministry of Education, Islamic Republic of Iraq.
17. 12 Year Senior School certificate Examination of West African Examinations Council (WACE) in A, B, C Grades on a
scale of 1-4 (A-1, B-2, B-3, C-4) conducted in the countries of Nigeria etc.
18. EXAMEN D’ETAT of the Ministry of Primary, Secondary & Professional Education in the Democratic Republic of
Congo.
19. 12 year Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education Examination with more than 5 (Five) subjects in the Grades ‘A’ ‘B’
& ‘C’ of the Kenya National Examinations Council, Nairobi, Kenya.
20. Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education Examination with minimum 2 (Two) Principal Passes & 2(Two)
Subsidiary Passes of the National Examinations Council of Tanzania.
21. Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education Examination with minimum 2 (Two) Principal Passes & 2(Two) Subsidiary
Passes of the Uganda Examinations Board.

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* Candidate having passed Ontario Secondary School Diploma of the Ministry of Education, Ontario should have
acquired minimum 6 (Six) “U/M “ (University Preparatory Courses).
** Candidates having passed O and A level Examinations should fulfill the same conditions as prescribed at Sr. No.
(4).
*** High School Diploma awarded by the American Schools in USA and other parts of the world should be accredited
either by the State Departments of Education OR by Six Regional Accrediting Agencies in USA:

1. Middle States Association of School and Colleges.

2. New England Association of School and Colleges.
3. North Central Association of School and Colleges.
4. Northwest Association of School and Colleges.
5. Southern Association of School and Colleges.
6. Western Association of School and Colleges.

(AIU does not accept High School Diploma pursued through ONLINE/ DISTANCE Mode).

Disclaimer: The above information has been obtained and reproduced from the website of AIU and due care has been
taken. However, it is the applicant’s responsibility to check and verify the above information for latest update from the AIU
website.

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APPENDIX – II

Certificate from School as proof of completion of 11th and 12th Standard or equivalent
(on School letter head)

Date:

Study Certificate

This is to certify that ……………………………… S/o or D/o ……………………………………….. was a

bonafide student of this institution from …………………… to …………………(from Class………..to

Class……).

He/she appeared/is appearing for the ……………… Examination conducted by ………………………..

(Board) in ………… (Month) 20……. (Year) in the following subjects

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

The medium of instruction in Class XI and XII was ………………………….

Signature, Name & Seal of Head of School/Institution

Note: School name and complete address must be given clearly in the letter head. In case it is not in
English or Hindi, please translate it.

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APPENDIX – III

Certificate from the company/organization as proof that parent is working in gulf

country (For CIWGC category only)

Date:

TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN

This is to certify that ……………………………………..……… father of / mother of

…………………………………….. is working in ……………………………………………………………

(Company name & address) since …………………

He/she belongs to India & his/her passport number is ………………….. ………………………….

Signature, Name & Seal company/organization

Address of the company

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APPENDIX – IV

Certificate from School as proof of education (on School letter head)

Date:

Study Certificate

This is to certify that ……………………………… S/o or D/o ……………………………………….. was a

bonafide student of this institution from …………………… to …………………(from Class………..to

Class……).

Signature, Name & Seal of Head of School/Institution

Note: School name and complete address must be given clearly in the letter head. In case it is not in
English or Hindi, please translate it.

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