Overview


The University of Delhi (DU), established in 1922, is India’s premier central university, accredited with the highest NAAC ‘A++’ grade (CGPA 3.55) valid till 2029. Recognised by the UGC and consistently ranked among the nation’s best institutions, DU was placed 5th in the NIRF University Rankings 2025, reflecting its academic excellence, research output, and graduate outcomes.
What truly sets Delhi University apart is its unique collegiate structure of 90+ affiliated colleges spread across four vibrant campuses — North Campus (home to iconic institutions like Hindu College, Miranda House, SRCC and St. Stephen’s), South Campus (LSR, Sri Venkateswara, ARSD), East Campus, and the West Campus — each offering a distinct academic and cultural ecosystem in the heart of the national capital.
DU offers over 500 programmes across 16 faculties through the Choice Based Credit System (CBCS), with specialisations in Arts, Humanities, Commerce, Science, Law, Management, Social Sciences, Computer Science, and Medicine. Admissions to most UG and PG courses are conducted through CUET (UG/PG), making the university accessible to students from every corner of India. Its flagship institutions dominate national rankings — Hindu College and Miranda House were ranked India’s top two colleges in NIRF 2025, with ten DU colleges in the national top 20.
Despite its elite standing, DU is renowned for its remarkably affordable fee structure, ranging from just a few hundred rupees to around ₹2 lakh for most courses — delivering exceptional return on investment. Combined with strong placement records (SRCC, Hindu, LSR, and FMS Delhi attract recruiters like McKinsey, BCG, Google, and Goldman Sachs), a powerful alumni network, vibrant student societies, and internship exposure in Delhi’s corporate hub, Delhi University remains the dream destination for lakhs of aspirants every year.
Rankings
- NIRF 2025 (University Category): Ranked 5th in India (up from 6th in 2024) — Ministry of Education.
- NIRF 2025 (Overall Category): Ranked among the top 15 institutions nationally.
- NAAC Accreditation: ‘A++’ Grade with CGPA 3.55 (Cycle 2, 2025) — the highest possible grade, valid till 2029.
- NIRF 2025 (Colleges): Ten DU colleges in India’s top 20 — Hindu College (#1), Miranda House (#2), Hansraj (#3), Kirori Mal (#4), St. Stephen’s (#5), ARSD (#7), Venkateswara (#11), LSR (#17), SRCC (#18).
- Recognition: UGC-recognised central university; Institute of Eminence (IoE) status by the Government of India.
- Global Standing: Consistently placed among the top universities in QS and THE Asia rankings; Delhi School of Economics and FMS are globally reputed for economics and management education.
Courses & Fees
| Courses | Total Tuition Fees | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| B.A. / B.A. (Hons) | ₹361 – ₹1.96 Lakh | 10+2 with 50%+; CUET UG |
| B.Sc. / B.Sc. (Hons) | ₹540 – ₹2.4 Lakh | 10+2 (Science) 55%+; CUET UG |
| B.Com / B.Com (Hons) | ₹540 – ₹1.11 Lakh | 10+2 with 50%+; CUET UG |
| BBA / BMS / BBA (FIA) | ₹1 Lakh – ₹5 Lakh | 10+2 with 60%+; CUET (higher cutoffs) |
| B.E. / B.Tech | ≈ ₹4.32 Lakh (total) | 10+2 (PCM); JEE Main / CUET UG |
| LL.B. (3 Years) | ₹30,000 – ₹60,000 | Graduation 50%+; CUET PG / DU LLB Entrance |
| M.A. | ₹360 – ₹1.4 Lakh | Graduation 50%+; CUET PG |
| M.Sc. | ₹432 – ₹2.3 Lakh | Graduation (relevant subject); CUET PG |
| M.Com | ₹5,000 – ₹60,000 | B.Com 50%+; CUET PG |
| MBA (FMS / DBE / DSE) | ₹2 Lakh – ₹3.5 Lakh | Graduation 50%+; CAT |
| MBBS / BDS (affiliated colleges) | ₹1.5 Lakh – ₹6 Lakh (total) | NEET UG |
| MCA | ₹1 Lakh – ₹2 Lakh | Graduation with Maths; CUET PG |
| B.Ed / B.El.Ed | ₹20,000 – ₹80,000 | Graduation / 10+2; CUET |
| Ph.D. | ₹30,000 – ₹60,000 (total) | Master’s 55%+; DU PhD Entrance |
Placements
- Central Placement Cell + College Cells: Placements run via the university’s Central Placement Cell alongside dedicated placement cells of top colleges (SRCC, Hindu, LSR, St. Stephen’s, Miranda House).
- Flagship highlight (FMS Delhi): Highest package of ₹1.1 Crore per annum and average package of ₹32.27 LPA (batch 2026) — among the best for any MBA programme in India.
- Top UG colleges (2026 season): SRCC — avg ₹11.8 LPA, highest ₹36.25 LPA; LSR — avg ₹13.54 LPA, highest ₹36.25 LPA; Hindu College — highest ₹24.8 LPA; Hansraj — avg ₹9.6 LPA, highest ₹25.8 LPA; Kirori Mal — avg ₹10.8 LPA.
- Overall averages: Most DU college placements fall in the ₹5–10 LPA band, with commerce, economics, and computer science streams performing strongest.
- Top recruiters: Google, McKinsey & Company, Bain & Company, BCG, Deloitte, EY, KPMG, Goldman Sachs, Barclays, Capgemini, Amazon, Microsoft, DE Shaw, and ICICI Bank.
- Internships: Strong summer internship culture; SRCC recorded average stipends of ₹40,000+/month and Kirori Mal up to ₹1.75 Lakh/month.
- Career diversity: Beyond corporates, DU graduates enter civil services, law, academia, research, media, and entrepreneurship, backed by one of India’s strongest alumni networks.


