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(Please note: These FAQs are dynamic, and will be updated continuously by adding more common
queries received, for the benefit of interested candidates. You are advised to visit this page frequently
and go though it before writing to DASA-2016 for any queries).
In which round 1/3 reserved category of CIWG is to be reverted to 2/3 quota if not
filled?
Answer: Within the spot round
2.
If someone applies to CIWG but is not eligible, however he/she is eligible for NRI
3.
Answer: Appendix III which will be available in brochure has to be given, signed by the
employer and also passport copy, visa copy, work permit (if any) of the parent working in Gulf.
4.
In case the seats of CIWG category are exhausted during counselling, whether
5.
6.
Answer: A candidate should have done 11th and 12th outside India and either of the parent should
be working in a Gulf Country.
7.
Answer: Such a candidate has to make a payment of USD 300 as registration fee (nonrefundable) and USD 700 towards tuition fee for one semester.
8.
Answer: We are coordinating admissions for year 2016, therefore we cannot comment regarding
previous admissions.
9.
when we apply through DASA 2016, will there be any column to specify under CIWG we
wish to take our admission?
Answer: Admission procedure is same. You will need to apply through the portal only which
will be available from 1st April 2016. You do not have to apply separately but will have an
option to choose the category.
10.
Can a student apply under both JEEMAINS on merit basis and DASA quota?
Answer: DASA is a separate admission procedure and does not have any involvement with JEE
MAINS.
Residential Eligibility
1) Question : I am a foreign national studying in India. Am I eligible for DASA?
Answer
: Yes. As long as you hold a valid foreign passport/visa etc., you are eligible for DASA.
However you should satisfy other mandatory conditions.
2) Question : Proof of residential requirement (For Foreign Nationals)
Answer
: Copy of the passport issued by their respective countries (Nationals of Nepal who do
not have a passport, copy of Authenticated Citizenship Card has to be submitted).
3) Question : My son is at present studying in Andhra Board in Hyderabad for 12th standard.
He has completed his 10th standard exam from CBSE board in U.A.E. We are still
NRE for last 18 years. Can he apply through DASA?
Answer
: Applicants must be Foreign Nationals/Persons of Indian Origin/Overseas Citizen of
India who have completed the qualifying examination in any country (including India)
OR
Indian Nationals studying abroad. In case of Indian Nationals, they must have
completed the 11th and 12th standard or equivalent from outside India.
4) Question : My son is born and brought up in Bahrain, studied till 10th std in New Indian School. At
present he is doing his 11th and 12th in Keralas one FIITJEE oriented school. I would
like to know whether he can take the facility of DASA scheme. He has Indian Passport.
Answer : No. He is not eligible. Please see DASA-2016 website for detailed eligibility
conditions.
5) Question : I am residing in Dubai, my Son is also resident of Dubai but he studied 11 and 12th in
Delhi. Is he eligible for Admission under DASA Program, he is having valid UAE resident
Visa and myself is still living in Dubai.
Answer : If the candidate is a foreign passport holder and did his 11th and 12th from India, he is
eligible to apply. Please see the admission brochure for more details.
6) Question : My son is in India and appeared for 10th grade CBSE exam scheduled in March16 in
India. I am planning to bring him in USA after his 10 grade academic session is over.
How he will get admission for engineering courses in India once his XII is over in USA?
Answer : If candidate is an Indian citizen but doing 11th and 12th from USA, he is eligible in
principle for applying through DASA scheme (as per the prevailing rules of DASA
scheme as on date). However, you are advised to check the eligibility criteria for any
changes made by Ministry at that time. Please see the admission brochure for more
details.
7) Question : My son is born in US and holds a US Passport. He also holds PIO card. Both, me and my
husband, are Indian and we are living in India currently. My son has done schooling in
India and is writing CBSE Class XII exam this year. Will he be eligible for admission
under DASA ?
Answer : Yes, he is eligible as per rules for admission through DASA scheme, as he is holding a
foreign passport and has done XI and XII from India.
Remember that you can register in advance for any test date during the year, not just
the next schedule date. You can also register online for the following years test dates
beginning in May.
10) Question : How does DASA evaluate SAT scores?
Answer
: DASA or NIT Srinagar does not evaluate the SAT score. The evaluation is done by the
College Board USA. DASA simply uses the score received from College Board to
determine merit. Please visit the website of College Board to see the evaluation
process.
11) Question : How is SAT related to College admission?
Answer
: The SAT is a globally recognized college admission test that lets you show colleges
what you know and how well you can apply that knowledge. It tests your knowledge of
reading, writing and math subjects that are taught every day in high school classrooms.
High school grades and SAT scores is the best predictor of your academic success in
college.
12) Question : SAT subject scores of individual subjects in case of multiple attempts.
Answer
: The best scores of the individual subjects in case of multiple attempts will be taken
for consideration and summed up for merit list preparation. Therefore, candidate must
send (through college board) only that score which shall be considered for merit
preparation.
13) Question: Can the candidate send the SAT score directly to NIT Srinagar?
Answer
: No. They have to inform College Board to send the scores directly specifying the
Institute code of NIT Srinagar. The Institute code is 7283. Internet downloaded score
cards are not acceptable.
14) Question: In SAT Subject Test, if I get more than 1440 in 2 subjects,(eg. Physics and Maths) is it
enough to send only these 2 subject test scores for DASA admission.
Answer
: You should send Physics, Chemistry and Maths Level II SAT Subject Test scores to
DASA admissions, otherwise you are not considered to be eligible for the admission.
15) Question : Can we apply for DASA admission using June 2016 SAT Subject Test scores?
Answer
: June 2016 SAT Subject Test scores will be considered only for SPOT round of
admissions provided it reaches NIT Srinagar by the dates as specified in the
admission brochure.
16) Question : I have already sent the SAT score to NIT Jaipur which coordinated DASA admissions last
year (DASA-2015). Can it be transferred to NIT Srinagar/Do I need to send it again to NIT
Srinagar?
Answer
: The SAT score needs to be sent directly to NIT Srinagar (through College Board only).
There is no arrangement that the scores can be obtained/retrieved from NIT Jaipur. If
you have sent the score to NIT Jaipur, you need to send it again afresh to NIT Srinagar
for it to be considered for admissions through DASA-2016.
17) Question : I want to know if I can appear for SAT exam on 2nd May 2016 and send scores to your
college before 1st June 2016? Will I be eligible for DASA seat allotment procedure as I
Answer
18) Question: I had taken SAT exam on 24 Jan 2016. My scores are available now. When will I have to
send the scores (just now or in month of April) ?
Answer
: You can send the scores to us (through College Board USA) anytime.
19) Question: If I send current score card of 3 subjects and again in May of 3 subjects, will best score of
each subject from both score cards be considered?
Answer
: Yes, we will consider the best scores if we receive multiple SAT scores.
20) Question: I guess it wont be a problem if your Institute NIT Srinagar gets my 2 score cards and both
having all 3 subjects marks. Will you consider best subject marks from either score card?
Answer
: Yes, we will consider the best scores of individual subjects from various SAT score cards
(received through College Board USA) for preparing merit.
21) Question: What if my latest SAT scores do not reach you before deadline of 1st June?
Answer
: We cannot consider any application unless we receive the SAT score. In case the latest
SAT score does not reach us, we will consider any previous SAT score (if it has been
sent by the College Board as requested by the candidate and received by us at NIT
Srinagar) for preparing merit.
22) Question: My Son is in 12th grade in American International School in Saudi Arabia. He has
appeared for Math II and Physics in SAT. He will be appearing for Chemistry on May 2nd
and will get the result by the end of the month will that score count if I fill the
registration form for DASA in April?
Answer
: Yes, provided the score reaches us before closing date of 1st June. We will consider the
best scores out of various scores received till closing date.
23) If a candidate gets a seat in Round 1, 2 or 3 and then wants to use New SAT score for Round
4 for up-gradation. will it be allowed?
Answer: New SAT score for up gradation will be allowed. However, the candidate has to give
up the earlier allotted seat and register again by paying USD 300 as nonrefundable
registration fees.
24) What are the deadlines for receipt of SAT scores for consideration in rounds?
Answer: The last date for receipt of SAT scores for DASA-2016 is as follows:
1st June 2016 for Round 1, 2 and 3
1st July 2016 for Round 4
25th July 2016 for Spot Round
Please Note: All the dates are as per Indian Standard Time (IST)
Amount (USD):
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IFSC Code*
*0 in the IFSC code is numerical ZERO
Remittance Information
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Details of Charges
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2) Question : Can candidates from Nepal and Bhutan make payment in Indian Rupees ?
Answer : Candidates from Nepal and Bhutan can pay their fees either in US Dollars or in
Equivalent Indian Rupees. However, in case of Rupee payment they are required to
get Exchange Rate Certificate from the bankers and submit the same along with the
details and proof of fee payment. Please pay INR equivalent of the applicable fees
(that is equivalent of USD 4300 for non-SAARC or USD 2300 for SAARC candidates).
3) Question : When do I get my refund?
Answer
: The registration fee of US$ 300 will be non-refundable. If you are eligible for any
refund as per the terms and conditions detailed in the brochure, all refund requests
will be processed only after the completion of the entire admission process.
4) Question : What about the charges if any charged by my bank?
: All charges must be born by the candidate. Please ensure that DASA receives the
Answer
full amount of the prescribed fees, without any deductions.
5) Question: If a candidate declines in Round 1, 2 and 3 then for Round 4 whether the
candidate will have to pay only 50% fees or full fee?
Answer: 50% fresh payment to be made by the candidate. As 50% tuition fee is available with
DASA from earlier rounds. For re registration fee of USD 300 is to be paid again.
6) Question: If a candidate does not get any seat during Round 1 to 4, whether the candidate
has to pay USD 300 as registration fee again for SPOT round.
Answer: No fresh registration fee to be charged
5) Question : Which browser is compatible for filling the online form for DASA admission?
Answer
: For filling the form we recommend Chrome version 18.0 or Firefox version 11.x.
Internet Explorer (IE) is not recommended.
6) Question : I have not applied online in April- May 2016 can I apply for Round 4 ?
Answer
: New applicants are allowed in Round 4. Please see Section 2.6.3.4 of Admission
Brochure for details.
7) Question : I have not applied online in April- May 2016 can I apply for Spot Round?
Answer
: New applicants are allowed in Spot Round. Please see Section 2.6.5 of Admission
Brochure for details.
8) Question : I have withdrawn my application can I re-register for Round 4 ?
Answer
: Yes applicants who have declined their allotments or withdrawn their applications are
eligible to re-register for Round 4. Please see Section 2.6.3.4 of Admission Brochure for
details.
9) Question : I have withdrawn my application can I re-register for Spot Round?
Answer
: Yes applicants who have declined their allotments or withdrawn their applications are
eligible to re-register for Spot Round. Please see Section 2.6.5 of Admission Brochure
for details.
10) Question : How manyy maximum choices of institute/branch can be made in the form? Is it
mandatory to fill all or we could fill less choices from the maximum number
permitted.?
Answer
: No limit, however you may include as many you want.
11) Question: With reference to DASA 2016 Admission, we are staying in U.A.E and my daughter
studying in Class 12. If She wanted to admit for collage admission through DASA. She
cleared her SAT Subject test with excellent score. We go through DASA website for
online application and come to know that we have to open an account for Online
application which start from 1st April 2016 but we could not found any link for account
creation. please help us how to open an account for DASA 2016 admission.
And also please advice us what is the procedure for sending SAT Score to NIT Srinagar
through Collage Board
Answer:
The online application will be visible starting from 1st April. The procure to fill the
application is available in the brochure and the details of filling in the form is given
there.
Once you have given SAT you have to mention the Institutional College ID of NIT
Srinagar to College Board USA so that they can send the score directly to us. Incase you
havent done yet, you can contact College Board USa and inform them to send the SAT
score of the candidate to National Institute of Technology Srinagar (J&K). Institution ID:
7283.
Image Uploading
1) Question : Can I upload images of any format?
Answer
: No, You can upload only images of JPEG with file extension .jpg/.jpeg of size 400X400
less than 100kb. If the file is not a jpeg you will get an error message while
downloading /previewing the application form. FPDF ERROR: Not a JPEG file:
images/studpics/some.jpg.
2) Question: What if I get FPDF error?
Answer : Please resize your scanned image as per instructions in the brochure. Otherwise, please
contact DASA office.
3) Question : What is the preferable filename?
Answer
: Give a small filename which does not contain special characters, spaces and
numbers. Example: If your name is Raman Pillai, you can use raman.jpg as the
filename. Similarly, for other documents to be uploaded, use small and sensible file
names.
Miscellaneous queries
1) Question : Can you help us in getting Visa?
Answer : 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, and DASA does not play any role in arranging
Visa.
2) Question : I wish to know name of top 3 NITs and about the SAT score needed for admission in
those top 3 NIT college, and together total cost of 4 years study?
Answer : DASA-2016 cannot advice on the ranking of Institutes. The seats in the Institutes will
be allotted based on SAT score and choice of the candidate taken together. Please
see the DASA-2016 brochure for details of seat allotment and the fee structure.
3) Question : I am looking for PhD admission in architecture/planning under NRI category. Can you
please help me in this regard?
Answer : DASA-2016 does not facilitate admissions for PhD. Please visit the DASA website for
available courses and disciplines.
4) Question : I need some information regarding DASA. My son is studying in Singapore. Can he get
admission in second year in under graduation. He studied diploma in Singapore.
Answer : DASA-2016 provides admission in the first year only. At present there is no provision
of admission in second year for diploma holders.
5) Question : I am an Indian student studying in Nepal, I hold an Indian passport but in my passport
there is middle name but in my qualifying exam there is no middle name will it be okay
to apply for DASA 2016?
Answer : Ideally the name in the qualifying exam, passport, SAT score and other documents
should be exactly same. However, in above case, you must get a
certificate/endorsement from your school authorities.