Delhi University (DU) has made a big decision for its postgraduate (PG) students. All students from the **2024-25 batch** who are studying for their master's degrees will be promoted to the second year. This applies even if they missed their first-year exams or did not clear them.
This important change affects about **11,000 students** across more than **80 postgraduate programmes**. DU is making this move because it is changing its entire PG course system from the upcoming academic session. This new system is called the **Postgraduate Curriculum Framework (PGCF-2025)**.
Why is DU Promoting Students?
The main reason for this decision is to make sure students do not face delays. Delhi University is bringing in a completely new way of teaching and assessing its master's courses. This new system, PGCF-2025, will change how courses are designed, how many credits students earn, and how exams are conducted.
To avoid any problems or delays during this shift to the new academic plan, the university decided to let the current batch of students move ahead. This means students will not have to wait for their first-year results to be declared or for pending exams to be completed before starting their second year.
What Does This Mean for Students?
- Move to Second Year: Students can start their Semester 3 classes without waiting for their first-year (Semester 1 and 2) results.
- Clear Pending Exams: Students will need to complete any missed or uncleared first-year exams later. These pending exams will run alongside their second-year studies.
- Degree Time Limit: The total time allowed to finish the entire master's degree will remain the same. Students must meet all requirements within this existing period. This means while they get to move forward, they still have to pass all subjects to get their degree.
New Academic System: PGCF-2025
The **PGCF-2025** framework is a major update for DU's postgraduate education. It aims to modernize the teaching and learning process. This new framework will bring changes to:
- Course Structure: How different subjects and topics are grouped together.
- Credit System: How much value is given to each course and how many credits students need to earn.
- Assessments: The methods used to test students' knowledge and understanding, including exams, projects, and assignments.
By promoting students now, DU wants to make the transition to PGCF-2025 smoother for everyone involved, especially for the students who are caught between the old and new systems.
Next Steps from Delhi University
Delhi University has asked all its departments to prepare for this change. Departments need to:
- Share Schedules: Provide updated class schedules for Semester 3 to their students.
- Guide Students: Help students understand the new system and how they need to manage their studies, including clearing pending exams.
This decision aims to ensure that students continue their education without interruption and can adapt to the new academic structure effectively. Students are encouraged to stay in touch with their respective departments for the latest updates and guidance.
