All Levels
Tuition + monthly stipend
University of Delhi
New Delhi, India
"India's large public central university with colleges across Delhi"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
—
Avg Salary/Yr
—
Ranking
#328 (QS)
PSW VISA
N/A
About University of Delhi
The University of Delhi (DU) was established in 1922 as a unitary, teaching and residential university by an Act of the Central Legislative Assembly. It is a public central university with a North Campus, a South Campus and many affiliated colleges across Delhi. DU teaches arts, commerce, sciences, law, management and technology. It is ranked #5 among universities in India's NIRF 2025. Foreign students apply through the university's Foreign Students' Registry (FSR) via the Study in India portal, or through ICCR.
Rankings & Recognition
#328
Ranked #328 in the QS World University Rankings 2026 and #322 in QS 2027. #5 among universities in India's NIRF 2025.
Accreditations & Memberships
Central University (UGC)
Institution of Eminence
Association of Indian Universities
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with University of Delhi's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
46.9#
Employer Reputation
41.9#
Faculty / Student
6.9#
Citations / Faculty
47.1#
Intl. Faculty
1.8#
Intl. Students
2.8#
Intl. Research Network
83.0#
Employment Outcomes
98.9#
Sustainability
71.2#
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Key Facts
1922
Founded
22,602
Total Students
587
International Students
1,150
Faculty
North and South Campus
Campuses
Popular Programs
Economics
Commerce
Political Science
Law
Management (MBA)
Computer Science
Application Details
Application Route
FSR via Study in India portal
ICCR Students
Apply via ICCR
2025 UG Deadline
18 May 2025
2025 PG Deadline
21 May 2025
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
|
IELTS / TOEFL (B.Tech, LL.B)
|
Desirable |
|
UG eligibility (BA)
|
45% aggregate |
Career Outcomes
N/A
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Academic Staff — 1,150
International Staff — 2%
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Notable Alumni
Arun Jaitley (former Finance Minister)
Shashi Tharoor (author, MP)
Campus & Location
DU's North Campus is on University Road, Delhi, and its South Campus is on Benito Juarez Marg. Its colleges are spread across Delhi.
Campus Details
North
and South Campus + colleges
22602
students
Campus Forecast
Warmest (Jun): 28 to 39 C
Coldest (Jan): 8 to 20 C
Climate: Humid subtropical
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Hostels: Limited; international hostels for PG+
Dining
College canteens: Plus campus food outlets
Health & Wellness
Insurance: Min. INR 5 lakh cover at admission
Activities & Clubs
College societies
Fests
Sports
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
22,602
International Students
587
Undergraduate
38.3%
Postgraduate
61.7%
Cost Deep-Dive
FSR registration (one-time)
INR 53,240-75,262
Annual FSR registration
INR 23,958 / year
B.Tech CS (non-SAARC)
INR 5,00,000 / year
MBA full-time (non-SAARC)
INR 8,80,000 / year
Master's (non-SAARC)
INR 1.72-4.31 lakh / year
Intakes & Deadlines
DU admits foreign students once a year for the July/August session. In the 2025-26 cycle, FSR deadlines were 27 April for MBA and PhD Management, 18 May for undergraduate, 21 May for postgraduate and 30 June for other PhD programmes. Admission does not guarantee hostel accommodation.
Scholarships at University of Delhi
1 scholarship available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Qualifying exam (45% for BA) + AIU equivalence; IELTS / TOEFL desirable
Postgraduate
Relevant bachelor's degree recognised by AIU
English Proficiency
IELTS / TOEFL (B.Tech, LL.B)
DesirableUG eligibility (BA)
45% aggregateRequired Documents
Passport copy (6+ months validity)
Date of birth certificate
Academic transcripts
Degree / completion certificates
AIU equivalence certificate
Medical insurance (min. INR 5 lakh)
Passport photographs
Application Process
1
Register on SII
Create an account on the Study in India portal.
2
Apply to FSR
Fill the DU Foreign Students' Registry online application.
3
Upload documents
Upload passport, transcripts and equivalence documents.
4
Pay fee
Pay the non-refundable application fee online.
5
Admission letter
Receive the provisional admission letter and pay FSR registration and course fees.
6
Student visa
Apply for an Indian student visa (e-Student / S) and register with the FRRO on arrival.
Campus & Location
DU's North Campus is on University Road, Delhi, and its South Campus is on Benito Juarez Marg. Its colleges are spread across Delhi.
Bachelor's
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Bachelor's
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Bachelor's
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Bachelor's
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B)
Master's
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Master's
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