Delhi University is expected to introduce a “nominal” fee hike of 5% to 7% for the upcoming academic year 2025–26, applicable to all courses. The announcement was made by Vice-Chancellor Professor Yogesh Singh, who emphasized that the hike is a routine adjustment to keep pace with inflation rather than a move to increase institutional revenue.
“We are not placing an undue financial burden on students. This is a standard revision, and the university does not depend heavily on student fees for its operations,” said Professor Singh.
He noted that DU has received significant government support, including ₹1,000 crore through the Higher Education Funding Agency (HEFA) and an additional ₹900 crore as part of its Institute of Eminence (IoE) status. These funds have supported recent infrastructure upgrades, such as ₹100 crore for new furniture and another ₹100 crore for library modernization.
“Our goal is to ensure these investments translate into tangible academic and infrastructural benefits for students,” Singh added.
Despite the hike, DU remains one of the most affordable premier universities in India. The projected tuition fee revenue for the 2025–26 financial year is expected to exceed ₹246 crore.
Reforms in Student Elections on the Horizon
In addition to financial updates, the Vice-Chancellor also hinted at upcoming reforms in the Delhi University Students’ Union (DUSU) election process. While no final decision has been made, there is growing discussion around the possibility of shifting from direct to indirect elections.
“This is the right time to revisit and possibly reform the student election framework,” he said.
The proposed fee hike and potential election reforms signal DU’s broader efforts to modernize its administrative and academic landscape while balancing accessibility and quality.
