this Delhi University (DU) has released its academic calendar for the 2026-27 academic year, providing students and colleges with a clear schedule for the coming academic year. The timetable covers classes, semester breaks, practical exams, theory exams and holidays for both Undergraduate (UG) and Postgraduate (PG) courses.According to the academic calendar, odd-numbered semesters (first, third, fifth and seventh semesters) will start on July 28, 2026.The school has arranged the autumn break from October 18 to October 25, 2026. After the autumn break, normal classes will resume on October 26. Holidays take place in the middle of the semester, before students enter the examination period.
Examinations and vacation preparations will start from November 20
As the semester draws to a close, preparation for exams, school breaks and practical exams will begin on 20 November 2026.During this period, students can prepare for final exams, while departments conduct practical assessments as needed.
Theory exam will start on December 4th
The final theoretical examination for odd semesters will begin on December 4, 2026. The school stated that the specific examination timetable will be notified separately.After the exam cycle ends, students will get a winter vacation from December 25 to December 31, 2026.Duke Semester Schedule
The academic calendar also lists the timetable for even semesters – Term 2, Term 4, Term 6 and Term 8. Courses for these semesters will begin on January 1, 2027. Students will enjoy the mid-term break from March 21st to March 28th, with classes resuming on March 29th.Preparatory and practical exams will begin on April 30, and theoretical exams are scheduled to begin on May 13, 2027.The academic session will end during the summer vacation from June 3 to July 20, 2027.DU semester schedule
This is association Go to the official DU calendar.
CSAS UG and PG admissions are ongoing
The release of the academic calendar comes as the university continues its admissions process for the 2026-27 academic year.The CSAS UG registration portal opened on June 26 and is currently accepting applications for undergraduate admissions.At the same time, postgraduate enrollment is also in progress. Candidates who are unable to register for CSAS PG 2026 in advance can still participate in the counseling process through the mid-term admission option by paying a non-refundable fee of Rs 1,000. The university has set July 4, 2026 as the last date to apply for the mid-term admissions window.
