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Jamia Millia Islamia Extends Online Classes Till Nov 24, Semester Exams Online
· Source: Amar Ujala
Jamia Millia Islamia has announced that odd semester online classes will continue until 24 November 2026. The university has also scheduled all upcoming practical and theory semester examinations in online mode.
Decision on Online Classes and Exams
Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) in New Delhi has issued an office order dated 28 October 2026 regarding classes and semester examinations. According to the university administration, campus conditions are not conducive to academic activities. Following a meeting of deans, heads of departments, directors, and officials to ensure student safety, it was decided that odd semester online classes will now run until 24 November 2026 instead of the earlier announced date of 8 November.
Academic and Examination Schedule
The university has released the schedule for online practical and theory examinations along with winter vacation dates for the 2026-27 academic session.
| Event / Activity | Date / Schedule |
|---|---|
| Online Classes End for Odd Semester | Till 24 November 2026 |
| Practical, Field Work, Project Viva, and Minor Project Viva | 25 to 30 November 2026 |
| Theory Papers End Semester Exams | 1 to 24 December 2026 |
| Winter Vacation | 25 December 2026 to 12 January 2027 |
| Even Semester Classes Begin | 13 January 2027 |
Directives for Departments
The office order has directed all deans, heads of departments, and directors to comply with the new instructions. They must take necessary steps for the smooth conduct of online classes and exams, and maintain students' attendance and other records regularly.
Questions
Till when will online classes be held at Jamia Millia Islamia?
Odd semester online classes will continue until 24 November 2026.
In which mode will the semester examinations be conducted?
All practical, viva, and theory end-semester examinations will be conducted in online mode.
What are the dates for the theory semester exams?
The end-semester theory exams will take place from 1 December to 24 December 2026.
When do even semester classes begin?
Even semester classes will start on 13 January 2027, following the winter vacation.
Written in English by Disha Stars from the Amar Ujala report (read the original in Hindi). Check dates and links on the official website before you act.
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