Delhi University FYUP students can now exit after three years with a degree; Check what it means

Delhi University has announced that students enrolled in the Four-Year Undergraduate Programme (FYUP) can now exit after completing three years with a degree, in line with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.

According to the official notification issued on Thursday, students who complete six semesters under the UG Curriculum Framework 2022 are eligible to exit with a three-year degree—either a general degree for multi-disciplinary programmes or an Honours degree for single-discipline courses.

"Students interested in availing the above option can log in to the university’s student portal at https:lc.uod.ac.in and submit their intent through the designated online process," the notification reads.


It further advised students to "carefully evaluate their academic and career goals" and consult teachers and mentors before opting for the early exit.

The move comes as Delhi University gears up to launch the fourth and final year of the Four-Year Undergraduate Programme (FYUP) this August. Introduced under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, the FYUP extends undergraduate studies from three to four years, offering multiple entry and exit points. Students can earn a certificate, diploma, or degree after completing one, two, or three years, respectively, while the fourth year is designed for research specialisation.

Although the new structure aims to enhance flexibility and academic depth, it has also raised concerns about infrastructure limitations, an incomplete curriculum, and insufficient readiness among colleges and faculty.

Vice-Chancellor Yogesh Singh, in an interview with PTI in May, acknowledged these concerns but asserted, "Facilities will be created. This is the first time the focus is on research, entrepreneurship and skill... this fourth year will be a game changer."

As the university moves forward with the transition, the latest exit option notification is expected to offer students greater autonomy and clarity in navigating their academic paths under the evolving framework of higher education.