Established in 1922, the University of Delhi (DU) is a premier central university located in New Delhi, India. Recognized for its academic excellence, diverse programs, and vibrant campus life, DU has consistently ranked among the top universities in the country.​

📌 Key Highlights

• Establishment Year: 1922

• Location: New Delhi, India

• Type: Central University

• Accreditations: UGC, NAAC A+

• NIRF Ranking 2024: #6 among Indian universities

• QS World University Rankings 2025: Ranked 328 globally

• Campus: Urban, spread across North and South Delhi

• Student Strength: Over 6 lakh students across various programs

• Faculties: 16 faculties including Arts, Commerce, Science, Law, and Medicine

• Colleges: Over 90 affiliated colleges

• Notable Alumni: Dr. Manmohan Singh, Amitabh Bachchan, Shashi Tharoor, Arun Jaitley​

📚 Academic Programs at DU

🎓 Undergraduate Programs

DU offers a wide range of undergraduate courses across various streams:​

• B.A. (Hons): English, History, Political Science, Economics, Sociology, Psychology, etc.

• B.Sc. (Hons): Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Botany, Zoology, etc.

• B.Com. (Hons): Commerce, Accounting, Finance

• B.Tech: Information Technology and Mathematical Innovations (limited to certain colleges)

• B.El.Ed: Bachelor of Elementary Education

• LL.B: Bachelor of Laws​

🎓 Postgraduate Programs

Postgraduate courses are offered in various disciplines:​

• M.A.: English, Hindi, History, Political Science, Sociology, etc.

• M.Sc.: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Botany, Zoology, etc.

• M.Com.: Commerce, Finance

• M.Tech: Microwave Electronics, Nanoscience and Nanotechnology

• LL.M: Master of Laws

• MBA: Offered through Faculty of Management Studies (FMS)​

🎓 Doctoral Programs

Ph.D. programs are available across various faculties and departments, fostering research and innovation.​

🎓 Admission Process

• Undergraduate Admissions: Based on the Common University Entrance Test (CUET-UG) scores.

• Postgraduate Admissions: Through CUET-PG scores.

• Ph.D. Admissions: Entrance test followed by an interview; candidates with UGC-NET/JRF are exempted from the entrance test.​

💼 Placements & Career Opportunities

DU has a robust placement ecosystem, with several colleges having dedicated placement cells.​

• Top Recruiters: Google, Deloitte, EY, KPMG, McKinsey, BCG, Amazon, Wipro, Infosys

• Highest Package (2024): ₹49 LPA (offered at Lady Shri Ram College)

• Average Package:

  • UG Programs: ₹5.5 LPA

  • PG Programs: ₹16 LPA

• Placement Highlights:

  • Over 1,700 students placed in the 2023-24 session.

  • Significant participation from top consulting and tech firms.​

🏡 Campus Life & Facilities

DU offers a vibrant campus life enriched with various facilities:​

• Libraries: Extensive libraries in colleges and departments with vast collections.

• Hostels: Accommodation facilities for both undergraduate and postgraduate students.

• Sports Complexes: Facilities for various sports, including a rugby stadium built for the 2010 Commonwealth Games.

• Cultural Societies: Numerous societies for music, dance, drama, debating, and more.

• Annual Fests: Colleges host annual cultural and academic festivals attracting participation nationwide.​

🏆 Rankings & Recognitions

• NIRF Ranking 2024: #6 among Indian universities.

• QS World University Rankings 2025: Ranked 328 globally.

• Times Higher Education Rankings 2025: Ranked 801–1000 globally.

• NAAC Accreditation: A+ Grade.​

📍 Contact Information

• Address: University of Delhi, Benito Juarez Road, South Campus, South Moti Bagh, New Delhi – 110021, India

• Phone: +91-11-27006900

• Email: registrar@du.ac.in