DU Academic Calendar 2026-27 Released for UG and PG Programmes

Published: Thursday, July 2, 2026, 17:03 [IST]

The University of Delhi (DU) has officially released the Academic Calendar for the 2026-27 session for all Undergraduate (UG) and Postgraduate (PG) programmes. The calendar covers Semesters 1, 3, 5, and 7 as well as Semesters 2, 4, 6, and 8, providing students with important dates for classes, vacations, examinations, and semester breaks.

DU Academic Calendar 2026-27 Released

According to the notification, classes for the first, third, fifth, and seventh semesters will commence on July 28, 2026. The university has directed all departments and affiliated colleges to strictly follow the academic schedule to ensure timely completion of coursework and examinations.

Academic Calendar for Semesters 1, 3, 5 and 7

Students enrolled in odd semesters should note the following important dates:

Event	Date
Classes Begin	July 28, 2026
Autumn Vacation	October 18-25, 2026
Classes Resume	October 26, 2026
Dispersal of Classes, Preparatory Leave & Practical Exams Begin	November 20, 2026
Theory Examinations Begin	December 4, 2026
Winter Vacation	December 25-31, 2026

The university has scheduled preparatory leave and practical examinations before the commencement of theory examinations to help students complete their academic requirements efficiently.

Academic Calendar for Semesters 2, 4, 6 and 8

For even-semester students, the academic schedule is as follows:

Event	Date
Classes Begin	January 1, 2027
Mid-Semester Vacation	March 21-28, 2027
Classes Resume	March 29, 2027
Dispersal of Classes, Preparatory Leave & Practical Exams Begins	April 20, 2027
Theory Examination Begins	May 13, 2027
Summer Vacation	July 3-20, 2027

The schedule has been designed to maintain continuity in teaching while ensuring adequate breaks for students during the academic year.

Extension of Summer Vacation

The university has also announced a revision to the existing academic calendar for the 2025-26 session. To facilitate the implementation of the new calendar, the summer vacation has been extended from July 20 to July 27, 2026. This extension will allow the university to begin the new academic session smoothly on July 28, 2026.

Mandatory Implementation Across Programmes

The official notification emphasizes that the academic calendar will be applicable to all Undergraduate and Postgraduate programmes offered by the University of Delhi. Departments, colleges, and affiliated institutions have been instructed to comply with the prescribed schedule to maintain uniformity across the university.

PG Admissions Through CSAS

Alongside the academic calendar, Delhi University has also released the detailed schedule for Postgraduate Admissions 2026-27 through the Common Seat Allocation System (CSAS-PG). Eligible candidates seeking admission to various master's programmes can participate in the centralized admission process based on the notified schedule.

Conclusion

The release of the DU Academic Calendar 2026-27 provides students with a comprehensive roadmap for the upcoming academic session. With classes beginning on July 28, 2026, clearly defined examination schedules, vacations, and semester timelines, students can effectively plan their academic activities. The university has also reiterated that all UG and PG programmes must adhere to the calendar, ensuring smooth academic operations throughout the 2026-27 session.