New Delhi: Delhi University (DU) will organise its 103rd annual convocation on November 20, 2026. Union Home Minister Amit Shah will attend the ceremony as the chief guest, while Vice-Chancellor Professor Yogesh Singh will preside over the event.
According to the university’s official notification, the ceremony will begin at 9:30 am at the multipurpose hall in the Sports Stadium Complex of Delhi University.
Vice-Chancellor Reviews Convocation Preparations
Vice-Chancellor Professor Yogesh Singh held a meeting with concerned officials on Thursday to review preparations for the convocation. He assessed the arrangements and issued necessary instructions to ensure the smooth conduct of the event.
The meeting was attended by DU Registrar Dr Vikas Gupta, Controller of Examinations Professor Gurpreet Singh Tuteja, Cultural Council Chairman and Public Relations Officer Anup Lather, Dean of Academic Affairs Professor K. Ratnabali, and coordinators of various committees, along with other university officials.
Students to Receive Degrees in the Year They Complete Their Courses
Professor Yogesh Singh said that, for the first time in the university’s history, students would receive their degrees in the same year they complete their respective courses.
He explained that many students need their degrees on time to pursue higher education abroad or apply for employment. Keeping their needs in mind, the university has decided to make the degree-awarding process more timely.
The initiative is expected to help students complete admission and employment formalities without unnecessary delays.
Over 92,000 Students to Receive Degrees
A large number of students will be awarded degrees at this year’s convocation. According to the available figures, 85,231 undergraduate students and 7,235 postgraduate students will receive their degrees.
In addition, more than 400 PhD scholars will be awarded doctoral degrees.
The ceremony will celebrate the academic achievements and research contributions of students from across the university.
163 Students to Receive Gold Medals
Outstanding students will also be honoured with medals and awards during the convocation.
This year, 163 students will receive gold medals, one student will receive a silver medal, and 34 students will be honoured with various awards.
The ceremony will recognise students for their academic excellence and achievements. University officials are working to ensure that the event is conducted smoothly and efficiently.
