DAV College, Hoshiarpur, begins after the announcement of 10+2 results, typically in May-June, for the academic year starting in July-August. The DAV College, Hoshiarpur, admission process offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. DAV College, Hoshiarpur admission process for most undergraduate programmes are based on merit, considering the marks obtained in the qualifying examination (10+2).

The DAV College, Hoshiarpur, admission process follows a "First-come, First-served" basis for admissions after determining the cutoff percentage for each course, which is decided by the respective Admission Committees. DAV College, Hoshiarpur admission process for postgraduate programmes, the admission process is also merit-based, considering the marks obtained in the relevant bachelor's degree.