Delhi University students have been anxiously searching for clarity following the central government’s decision to shift the Eid-ul-Zuha (Bakrid) holiday to Thursday, May 28, 2026. Despite the public holiday declaration, an earlier DU Bakrid holiday official notice stated that all university examinations scheduled for May 28 would continue exactly as planned.
This directive sparked massive backlash, leading to an urgent student petition. If you have a paper scheduled for tomorrow, here is the official verdict from Tuesday’s Delhi High Court DU exam hearing and the critical deadline you must meet today.
The High Court Verdict: Special Exams After July 4
Following a petition by a 6th-semester student, DU formally informed the Delhi High Court that students observing the festival will not be forced to choose between their religious observance and their academic progression.
The university has committed to conducting a separately rescheduled examination after July 4, 2026, for students who are unable to attend the May 28 exam due to Bakrid. The court disposed of the petition based on this official assurance.
🚨 URGENT DEADLINE: Action Required by Today (May 27)
If you intend to take the rescheduled exam, you cannot simply skip tomorrow’s paper and assume you are covered. You must formally inform the administration via email by today (Wednesday, May 27).
- Who this applies to: Students belonging to the minority community, or any student wishing to observe the Eid-ul-Zuha festival on May 28, specifically within the Faculty of Law.
- What you must do: You must send an email to the Dean, Faculty of Law, before the end of the day today, explicitly stating your inability to appear for the May 28 exam due to the festival.
- The Next Steps: The court has directed DU to communicate the fresh examination date to affected students via email at least one full week before the new exam takes place (post-July 4).
What About DU SOL and Other Regular Students?
It is crucial to understand that this specific High Court relief was granted in the context of a Faculty of Law petition (targeting the VI Semester “Public Policy and Administration” paper).
For the rest of the university—including regular undergrads and those currently downloading their SOL admit card 2nd sem or checking the DU SOL portal login—the original university mandate remains in effect:
- University Offices & Colleges: Closed for all regular administrative operations.
- Examination Centers: Open and fully functional.
- Your Exams: Unless you fall under the Faculty of Law exemption and have emailed the Dean today, your exams are NOT postponed. You must report to your center according to your DU SOL date sheet 2026.
The Bottom Line: Do not rely on rumors of a blanket cancellation. If you are eligible for the exemption, send your email to the Dean immediately. For all other students, proceed with your final revisions for tomorrow.