The eligibility criterion for admission in DAE is as under:

1. Secondary School Certificate (Science) with at least 45% marks or Technical School Certificate (Matric Tech) with at least 45% marks in relevant discipline.
2. Age between 15 to 18 years with 7 years relaxation on the last date of submission of forms.
3. Those who will pass exam in supply of current academic year are not eligible for the current session.