The University of Delhi (DU) has released its Academic Calendar for the 2026-27 session, providing students with the complete schedule for the upcoming academic year. The calendar outlines important dates, including the commencement of classes, semester examinations, academic breaks, vacations, and other key milestones.
The announcement comes as the university continues its undergraduate admission process for the new academic session following the declaration of CUET UG 2026 results. With the calendar now available, aspiring and current students can plan their academic activities well in advance.
Here is a detailed look at the important dates and admission-related updates.
New Academic Session Begins on July 28
According to the academic calendar, classes for the 2026-27 academic session will begin on July 28, 2026.
The university has also scheduled winter and summer vacations, semester examinations, and mid-semester breaks to ensure a structured academic year for undergraduate and postgraduate students.
Students joining Delhi University this year are advised to keep track of these dates for academic planning and examination preparation.
DU Academic Calendar 2026-27: Important Dates
The major academic events announced by Delhi University are as follows:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Commencement of Academic Session | July 28, 2026 |
| Autumn Break | October 18 – October 25, 2026 |
| Classes Resume After Autumn Break | October 26, 2026 |
| Practical Examinations Begin | November 20, 2026 |
| Theory Examinations Begin | December 4, 2026 |
| Winter Vacation | December 25 – December 31, 2026 |
| Next Semester Classes Begin | January 1, 2027 |
| Mid-Semester Break | March 21 – March 28, 2027 |
| Classes Resume After Mid-Semester Break | March 29, 2027 |
| Practical Examinations Begin | April 30, 2027 |
| Theory Examinations Begin | May 13, 2027 |
| Summer Vacation | June 3 – July 20, 2027 |
Students should note that examination-related notifications, detailed timetables, and other academic instructions will be issued separately by the university and individual colleges.
Orientation Programme for Newly Admitted Students
Delhi University has also planned a two-week induction and orientation programme for newly admitted undergraduate and postgraduate students.
The programme is intended to help fresh entrants become familiar with the university's academic environment and campus facilities.
The orientation activities are expected to include:
- Welcome sessions conducted by individual colleges.
- Academic orientation for new students.
- Student counselling and guidance.
- Information about campus support services.
- Introduction to university facilities, societies, and extracurricular activities.
The detailed schedule for these programmes will be announced separately by individual colleges after admissions are completed.
DU UG Admission 2026 Underway
The release of the academic calendar follows the start of the Delhi University Undergraduate Admission 2026 process.
Admissions have commenced after the announcement of CUET UG 2026 results, with candidates seeking admission through the university's Common Seat Allocation System (CSAS).
As in previous years, the admission process is being conducted in two stages.
Phase 1: Registration
In the first stage, eligible candidates must register through the official DU admission portal by submitting the required personal, academic, and CUET-related details.
The registration process is currently open for eligible applicants.
Phase 2: Course and College Preferences
After completing registration, candidates will be required to submit their preferred colleges and undergraduate programmes.
Seat allocation will be carried out based on CUET scores, category, eligibility, reservation rules, and the preferences filled by applicants.
Students Should Follow Official Updates
Candidates are advised to regularly monitor the official Delhi University admission portal for updates regarding registration deadlines, preference filling, seat allocation rounds, orientation schedules, and document verification.
As the admission process progresses, the university is expected to release additional notifications covering counselling, merit lists, and reporting procedures.
With the academic calendar now officially announced and admissions underway, students have a clear roadmap for the 2026-27 academic session and can begin preparing for the new academic year with greater clarity and confidence.
