Key Academic Dates
- Tue, Jul 14Odd Semester Registration
- Tue, Jul 21Orientation
- Tue, Jul 28Odd Semester Begins
- Tue, Oct 6Odd Semester Mid-term Exams
- Tue, Nov 24Odd Semester End-term Exams
- Tue, Dec 15Odd Semester Ends
How the academic year is structured
The 2026/2027 academic year at Jawaharlal Nehru University runs from July through May. The year is divided into three terms (including a summer term). Each term begins with enrollment, followed by classes and end-of-term exams. Indian universities typically follow a two-semester (odd/even) academic year, with end-semester exams and a summer break between semesters. See the full 2026/2027 schedule below for exact dates.
🎓 JNU — Jawaharlal Nehru University — Academic Calendar 2026/2027
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July
- Odd Semester RegistrationTue, Jul 14 – Sat, Jul 18
- OrientationTue, Jul 21 – Thu, Jul 23
- Odd Semester BeginsTue, Jul 28
October
- Odd Semester Mid-term ExamsTue, Oct 6 – Sun, Oct 18
November
- Odd Semester End-term ExamsTue, Nov 24 – Sat, Dec 12
December
- Odd Semester EndsTue, Dec 15
- Winter BreakTue, Dec 22 – Mon, Jan 4
When is enrollment at JNU?2
- Tuesday, July 14, 2026Odd Semester Registration
- Wednesday, January 6, 2027Even Semester Registration
When do classes start at JNU?3
- Tuesday, July 21, 2026Orientation
- Tuesday, July 28, 2026Odd Semester Begins
- Tuesday, January 19, 2027Even Semester Begins
When are midterm exams at JNU?2
- Tuesday, October 6, 2026Odd Semester Mid-term Exams
- Tuesday, March 16, 2027Even Semester Mid-term Exams
When are final exams at JNU?2
- Tuesday, November 24, 2026Odd Semester End-term Exams
- Tuesday, May 4, 2027Even Semester End-term Exams
When are academic holidays at JNU?2
- Tuesday, December 15, 2026Odd Semester Ends
- Tuesday, December 22, 2026Winter Break
Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) — Academic Calendar 2026/2027
Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) — Academic Calendar 2026/2027Jawaharlal Nehru University in New delhi has 12 key academic dates for the 2026/2027 academic year. Browse the full schedule below.
Dates shown are approximate and may not reflect the official academic calendar. Please verify with the university before making plans. Check official calendar
- When does the 2026/2027 academic year start at Jawaharlal Nehru University?
- The 2026/2027 academic year at Jawaharlal Nehru University starts on Jul 21, 2026 (अभिविन्यास).
- When are final exams at Jawaharlal Nehru University?
- Final exam periods at Jawaharlal Nehru University for the 2026/2027 academic year: Nov 24, 2026 – Dec 12, 2026; May 4, 2027 – May 22, 2027; Mar 16, 2027 – Mar 28, 2027; Oct 6, 2026 – Oct 18, 2026.
- How many key academic dates does Jawaharlal Nehru University have in 2026/2027?
- Jawaharlal Nehru University has 12 key academic dates for the 2026/2027 academic year, including semester starts, exams, and other academic activities.
- When is enrollment at Jawaharlal Nehru University?
- Enrollment deadlines at Jawaharlal Nehru University for the 2026/2027 academic year: Jul 14, 2026 – Jul 18, 2026; Jan 6, 2027 – Jan 12, 2027.
- How is the academic year structured at Jawaharlal Nehru University?
- The academic year at Jawaharlal Nehru University is typically split into two semesters. Each semester begins with enrollment, followed by classes, midterm exams, final exams, and concludes with graduation. See the date list above for the specific 2026/2027 schedule.
- Where can I find the official Jawaharlal Nehru University academic calendar?
- Jawaharlal Nehru University's official academic calendar is published by the Office of the University Registrar. Source: https://www.jnu.ac.in/content/academic-calendar
Public Holidays Affecting the Academic Calendar
- Mar 21, 2026— ईद उल-फ़ित्र
- Mar 26, 2026— राम नवमी
- Feb 15, 2026— महा शिवरात्रि
- Oct 20, 2026— दशहरा
- Jan 26, 2026— गणतंत्र दिवस
- Nov 8, 2026— दीपावली
- Apr 3, 2026— Good Friday
- Mar 3, 2026— होली
- Apr 14, 2026— Ambedkar Jayanti
- Dec 25, 2026— क्रिसमस
and 8 more holidays
