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Key Academic Dates

  • Tue, Jul 14Odd Semester Registration
  • Tue, Jul 28Orientation
  • Sat, Aug 1Odd 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 University of Calcutta runs from July through April. 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.

🎓 CU — University of Calcutta — Academic Calendar 2026/2027

Academic Dates

विषम सेमेस्टर अंतिम परीक्षा

Tuesday, Nov 24

Exam
विषम सेमेस्टर पंजीकरण

Tuesday, Jul 14

Deadline
विषम सेमेस्टर प्रारंभ

Saturday, Aug 1

Milestone
विषम सेमेस्टर मध्यावधि परीक्षा

Tuesday, Oct 6

Exam
अभिविन्यास

Tuesday, Jul 28

Milestone

July

August

October

November

December

When is enrollment at CU?2

  • Tuesday, July 14, 2026Odd Semester Registration
  • Wednesday, January 6, 2027Even Semester Registration

When do classes start at CU?3

  • Tuesday, July 28, 2026Orientation
  • Saturday, August 1, 2026Odd Semester Begins
  • Tuesday, January 19, 2027Even Semester Begins

When are midterm exams at CU?2

  • Tuesday, October 6, 2026Odd Semester Mid-term Exams
  • Tuesday, March 9, 2027Even Semester Mid-term Exams

When are final exams at CU?2

  • Tuesday, November 24, 2026Odd Semester End-term Exams
  • Tuesday, April 27, 2027Even Semester End-term Exams

When are academic holidays at CU?2

  • Tuesday, December 15, 2026Odd Semester Ends
  • Tuesday, December 22, 2026Winter Break

CU logoUniversity of Calcutta (CU) — Academic Calendar 2026/2027

University of Calcutta in Kolkata 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 University of Calcutta?
The 2026/2027 academic year at University of Calcutta starts on Aug 1, 2026 (विषम सेमेस्टर प्रारंभ).
When are final exams at University of Calcutta?
Final exam periods at University of Calcutta for the 2026/2027 academic year: Nov 24, 2026 – Dec 12, 2026; Apr 27, 2027 – May 15, 2027; Oct 6, 2026 – Oct 18, 2026; Mar 9, 2027 – Mar 21, 2027.
How many key academic dates does University of Calcutta have in 2026/2027?
University of Calcutta has 12 key academic dates for the 2026/2027 academic year, including semester starts, exams, and other academic activities.
When is enrollment at University of Calcutta?
Enrollment deadlines at University of Calcutta for the 2026/2027 academic year: Jan 6, 2027 – Jan 16, 2027; Jul 14, 2026 – Jul 25, 2026.
How is the academic year structured at University of Calcutta?
The academic year at University of Calcutta 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 University of Calcutta academic calendar?
University of Calcutta's official academic calendar is published by the Office of the University Registrar. Source: https://caluniv.ac.in/news/aca_calender_aca_session.html

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

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