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HighLights
  1. The University of Delhi has released the 2026-27 academic calendar.
  2. The odd semester will start on July 28, while the even semester classes will commence on January 1, 2027.
  3. CUET UG and PG qualifications are required for admissions.

DU Academic Calendar 2026-27: The Delhi University has released the complete 2026-27 academic calendar comprising the start of the exams, theory and practical dates, and vacation list for both UG and PG courses. Students applying for DU admissions this year can download the calendar from its official portal to keep track of the semester classes, vacations, and examination schedule. 

According to it, the odd semester comprising I, III, V, and VII will start from July 28, while the autumn break will start from October 18 to October 25, 2026. Regular classes will begin from October 26, 2026.

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DU Academic Calendar 2026-27: Odd Semester Exam Schedule

The odd semester will start on July 28, 2026. Winter break will be given from Dec 25 to Dec 31, 2026. Check out the complete schedule from the following table. 

Events

Date / Period

Commencement of Classes

July 28, 2026

Autumn Break

Oct 18 - Oct 25, 2026

Practical Exams/Dispersal

Nov 20, 2026

Theory Exams Begin

Dec 4, 2026

Winter Break

Dec 25 - Dec 31, 2026

DU Academic Calendar 2026-27: Even Semester Schedule

The following table mentions key dates for the even semester as per the DU academic calendar for 2026-27. Check out the dates to track the exam schedule. 

Events

Date / Period

Commencement of Classes

January 1, 2027

Mid-Semester Break

March 21 - March 28, 2027

Practical Exams/Dispersal

Apr 30, 2027

Theory Exams Begin

May 13, 2027

Summer Vacation

June 3 - July 20, 2027

UG, PG Admissions Underway

For now, admissions for undergraduate and postgraduate courses are ongoing. Candidates who have obtained valid marks in the CUET UG exam can apply for admission, while CUET PG qualifications are required for PG admissions. Eligible candidates can apply through the CSAS UG registration portal, which opened on June 26. Those who missed it can also apply through Mid-entry options by paying a non-refundable fee of Rs 1,000. The deadline is set to July 4, 2026. 

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