Delhi University To Introduce One-Year PG Degree From 2026, Details Here – News18

Last Updated:December 25, 2024, 23:41 IST

The Delhi University (DU) is planning to introduce a 1 year PG degree for those finishing the four-year UG programme.

In line with the National Education Policy, Delhi University (DU) plans to introduce a one-year postgraduate (PG) programme starting in 2026. The draft proposal for this programme will be discussed at an Academic Council meeting on December 27.

The new framework aligns with the Curriculum and Credit Framework for Postgraduate Programmes issued by the University Grants Commission (UGC) under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.

While some changes have been made to the plan, a few teachers have criticised it, claiming it is being rushed for approval.

Overview Of DU’s FYUP And PG Course Options

DU has already implemented a four-year undergraduate programme (FYUP), with students currently in the third semester. This programme allows students to:

• Earn a certificate after completing the first year.
• Get a diploma after two years.
• Obtain a degree after three years.
• Receive a degree with honours after completing the fourth year.

Students who complete the three-year undergraduate programme can opt for a two-year PG course, while those finishing the four-year programme are eligible for the one-year PG course.

• Four-Year Undergraduate Programme (FYUP) Graduates: Can earn a PG degree in one year, provided they meet specific requirements in their fourth year, such as completing a dissertation, fieldwork, or publishing research in SCOPUS journals.
• Three-Year Undergraduate Programme Graduates: Can earn a PG diploma after one year or complete two years to get a PG degree.

DU is preparing separate curricula for the one-year and two-year PG programmes.

Credit System

• One-Year PG Programme: Students will complete 22 credits per semester, for a total of 44 credits.
• Two-Year PG Programme: Students will complete 88 credits.According to UGC standards, the one-year degree will be at level 7, while the two-year degree will be at level 6.5.

DU is working to implement this system as part of the new education framework.

(With inputs from PTI.)