Delhi University 28-Credit Rule: What Does The One-Time Waiver Mean For 2025-26 Students?

Delhi University 28-Credit Rule: What Does The One-Time Waiver Mean For 2025-26 Students?

News education-career Delhi University 28-Credit Rule: What Does The One-Time Waiver Mean For 2025-26 Students? Last Updated:October 05, 2026, 11:24 IST DU 28-Credit Rule: A student who has earned 27 credits after the first year will not be denied promotion solely for falling one credit short of the 28-credit requirement. The UGCF-2022 provides for 44…

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One-Year Vs Two-Year Master’s: What Changes For Students, Jobs And PhD?

One-Year Vs Two-Year Master’s: What Changes For Students, Jobs And PhD?

Last Updated:October 01, 2026, 10:23 IST The four-year UG and one-year PG are designed as a separate academic pathway, not simply a shortened master’s programme. What does the new framework mean for students? Delhi University introduced one-year postgraduate programmes under the NEP 2020 framework. (AI Image) A student completing a three-year undergraduate degree and then…

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DU Says ‘Any Course, Any Age’; NEET, GATE Allow Older Candidates: Is Higher Education Becoming Age-Neutral?

DU Says ‘Any Course, Any Age’; NEET, GATE Allow Older Candidates: Is Higher Education Becoming Age-Neutral?

News education-career DU Says ‘Any Course, Any Age’; NEET, GATE Allow Older Candidates: Is Higher Education Becoming Age-Neutral? Last Updated:September 14, 2026, 08:01 IST Degrees would remain important but should be surrounded by additional learning. However, flexible education would need universities to rethink more than admissions, says experts. Why should age decide who gets to…

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Video | “How Dare You”: Rahul Gandhi Slams Universities’ ‘No Protest’ Advisory To Students

Video | “How Dare You”: Rahul Gandhi Slams Universities’ ‘No Protest’ Advisory To Students

Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Friday slammed the Delhi University directive asking its students to stay away from the ongoing protests. Delhi University had shared an advisory on social media on Thursday, telling all its students to stay away from ‘unlawful assemblies’, including the protest at Jantar Mantar demanding the resignation of Education Minister…

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Delhi University 28-Credit Rule: What Does The One-Time Waiver Mean For 2025-26 Students?

DU’s FYUP Fourth Year May No Longer Run Across All Colleges As Only 30% Students Opt In

Last Updated:July 14, 2026, 12:16 IST Delhi University’s Four-Year Undergraduate Programme (FYUP): During the 2025–26 academic session, only around 30% of eligible students opted for the fourth year. DU’s FYUP was introduced in 2022-23 academic year. (File Photo) Delhi University’s Four-Year Undergraduate Programme (FYUP) is set for a significant restructuring. The university is considering limiting…

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St Stephen’s College Set To Appoint First Woman Principal Susan Elias Despite Objections By DU

St Stephen’s College Set To Appoint First Woman Principal Susan Elias Despite Objections By DU

Last Updated:May 27, 2026, 08:52 IST At the heart of the latest disagreement is DU’s contention that the selection committee formed for Elias’s appointment did not comply with UGC norms. If appointed, Susan Elias will become the first woman principal in the 145-year history of St Stephen’s College, established in 1881. (Image: LinkedIn) Despite objections…

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DU’s Rajiv Gandhi Girls’ Hostel Students Protest Rs 1,000 Water Cooler Charge, Mid-Session Fee Hike

DU’s Rajiv Gandhi Girls’ Hostel Students Protest Rs 1,000 Water Cooler Charge, Mid-Session Fee Hike

Last Updated:May 19, 2026, 12:32 IST According to SFI DU, the hostel administration has demanded an additional Rs 11,000 from students mid-session, despite them having already paid their fees. SFI DU stated that, as a public central university, the institution bears the responsibility of providing affordable and accessible hostel facilities to its students. (File Photo)…

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