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Key Academic Dates

  • Tue, Jul 21Odd Semester Registration
  • Tue, Aug 4Orientation
  • Tue, Aug 11Odd Semester Begins
  • Tue, Oct 13Odd Semester Mid-term Exams
  • Tue, Dec 1Odd Semester End-term Exams
  • Tue, Dec 22Odd Semester Ends

How the academic year is structured

The 2026/2027 academic year at University of Delhi runs from August 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.

🎓 DU — University of Delhi — Academic Calendar 2026/2027

Academic Dates

विषम सेमेस्टर अंतिम परीक्षा

Tuesday, Dec 1

Exam
विषम सेमेस्टर पंजीकरण

Tuesday, Jul 21

Deadline
विषम सेमेस्टर प्रारंभ

Tuesday, Aug 11

Milestone
विषम सेमेस्टर मध्यावधि परीक्षा

Tuesday, Oct 13

Exam
अभिविन्यास

Tuesday, Aug 4

Milestone

July

August

October

December

When is enrollment at DU?2

  • Tuesday, July 21, 2026Odd Semester Registration
  • Wednesday, January 6, 2027Even Semester Registration

When do classes start at DU?3

  • Tuesday, August 4, 2026Orientation
  • Tuesday, August 11, 2026Odd Semester Begins
  • Wednesday, January 20, 2027Even Semester Begins

When are midterm exams at DU?2

  • Tuesday, October 13, 2026Odd Semester Mid-term Exams
  • Tuesday, March 9, 2027Even Semester Mid-term Exams

When are final exams at DU?2

  • Tuesday, December 1, 2026Odd Semester End-term Exams
  • Tuesday, April 27, 2027Even Semester End-term Exams

When are academic holidays at DU?2

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

DU logoUniversity of Delhi (DU) — Academic Calendar 2026/2027

University of Delhi 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 University of Delhi?
The 2026/2027 academic year at University of Delhi starts on Jan 20, 2027 (सम सेमेस्टर प्रारंभ).
When are final exams at University of Delhi?
Final exam periods at University of Delhi for the 2026/2027 academic year: Dec 1, 2026 – Dec 19, 2026; Oct 13, 2026 – Oct 25, 2026; Apr 27, 2027 – May 15, 2027; Mar 9, 2027 – Mar 21, 2027.
How many key academic dates does University of Delhi have in 2026/2027?
University of Delhi 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 Delhi?
Enrollment deadlines at University of Delhi for the 2026/2027 academic year: Jul 21, 2026 – Aug 1, 2026; Jan 6, 2027 – Jan 16, 2027.
How is the academic year structured at University of Delhi?
The academic year at University of Delhi 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 Delhi academic calendar?
University of Delhi's official academic calendar is published by the Office of the University Registrar. Source: https://www.du.ac.in/uploads/new-web/04072025_Academic-Calendar.pdf

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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