Academic counselling is the limited teaching support that DU SOL provides alongside self-study. In the notices, these sessions are generally described as Personal Contact Programme (PCP) classes. They are different from examinations and do not follow one common timetable for every student. If you are new to the institution, our DU SOL full-form guide explains the related SOL and CDOE names first.
OpenStudyInfo is an independent student-information website. The official DU SOL notices page and the official programme timetable page remain the final sources for changes.
📌 DU SOL Counselling 2026–27 at a Glance
🤔 What Is an Academic Counselling Session in DU SOL?
DU SOL students complete much of their course through independent study, using self-learning material and the academic support provided by the institution. Counselling sessions give students a scheduled opportunity to understand difficult topics, ask questions and follow the course more confidently.
The official notices use the term PCP for these classes. They are usually held on selected days for a fixed period. Some sessions are conducted at regional or learning support centres, while AEC, SEC and VAC classes for some undergraduate semesters have separate online timetables.
In a regular DU college, students generally attend daily lectures. DU SOL counselling is more limited and works alongside self-study. It should not be treated as a replacement for reading the syllabus, completing assignments or preparing for examinations.
📋 Latest DU SOL Counselling Notices for 2026–27
| Semester / group | What the official notice page shows | What you should check |
|---|---|---|
| I Batch I | UG counselling schedule dated August 2026; offline timetables begin from 24 August for listed programmes. | Your exact programme, centre, day and time on the timetable page. |
| I Batch II | A separate Academic Counselling notice was posted in October 2026. | Open the Batch II notice if your admission or allocation belongs to that batch. |
| III/V UG | Programme-wise counselling and timetable entries are listed for Semester III and V. | The college or learning support centre and the applicable programme timetable. |
| VII UG | Dedicated Semester VII counselling details are listed, with a separate notice for B.A. (Programme) with Computer. | The notice for your exact programme and semester. |
| Online AEC/SEC/VAC | Online class timetables and notices are listed for Semester I, III and V papers. | The current online timetable and any revised link. |
Important: The table is a guide to the notices currently listed. It is not a substitute for the linked PDF or timetable. DU SOL can revise a venue, date or mode after the first notice.
🗓️ Semester I Programme-wise Information
The official timetable page lists several Semester I offline programmes from 24 August 2026. Examples include B.A. (Hons.) Political Science, B.Com. (Hons.), B.A. (Hons.) Economics, B.A. Programme combinations and B.A. Programme with Computer. The listed days vary by programme and centre.
- Several Political Science and B.Com. schedules are shown for Monday and Thursday.
- Some History, Political Science and related B.A. Programme combinations are shown for Wednesday and Saturday.
- Several Economics, English and B.Com. combinations use Tuesday and Sunday schedules.
- Hindi, Economics, Education, Mathematics, Sanskrit and Urdu combinations may have Friday schedules.
- B.A. Programme with Computer, BBA (FIA) and BMS have their own timetable entries and should be checked separately.
Do not choose a day from another student’s timetable. Some notices separate male, female and co-educational batches, and a programme may appear at more than one regional centre.
👥 Who Should Follow These Sessions?
New Semester I students
Find your programme in the Semester I notice. If you were included in a later admission or allocation batch, also check the separate Batch II notice.
Continuing Semester III and V students
Open the programme-wise timetable because your classes may be linked to a college or learning support centre rather than the centre used by Semester I students.
Semester VII students
Use the dedicated Semester VII notice. B.A. (Programme) with Computer has a separate entry on the official notice page.
Students following AEC, SEC or VAC
Check the online timetable separately. These papers may not follow the offline PCP schedule for your main programme.
📚 What Happens in a DU SOL Counselling Session?
The exact class content depends on the teacher, programme and paper. The following are practical expectations, not a promise of a fixed format in every session.
- An overview of the paper, units and semester plan.
- Explanation of difficult topics from the syllabus or Self Learning Material.
- An opportunity to ask subject-related questions.
- General guidance on assignments, internal assessment or examination preparation where the teacher chooses to discuss it.
- Information about academic support or faculty contact hours.
For study material support, see our DU SOL study material guide. For assessment-specific information, use our DU SOL Internal Assessment 2026 guide.
🔎 How to Check the Latest DU SOL Counselling Notice
- Open the official DU SOL All Notices page.
- Search the page for “Academic Counselling”, “PCP” or your semester number.
- Open the notice or PDF that matches your programme and session.
- Check the day, time slot, centre, mode and any batch or gender label.
- Save the PDF or timetable and check the official page again before attending.
Keep the notice open while checking the timetable. The notice title alone may not show the exact centre or subject schedule.
🎒 What Should You Keep Ready?
These are preparation tips. They are not mandatory document requirements unless your own official notice says so.
- Your DU SOL ID card or admission proof.
- A saved copy of the latest counselling notice.
- The relevant Self Learning Material, notebook and pen.
- A short list of doubts from the units you have already read.
⏰ What If You Miss Your Counselling Session?
First recheck the official notices page. DU SOL has published suspension and revised timetable notices during the 2026–27 session, so a missed class may be connected with a rescheduled or cancelled session.
- Look for a revised or repeat batch notice.
- Check the faculty availability notice if you need academic clarification.
- Contact the official DU SOL helpdesk: 011-65213030, 011-27008300 or toll-free 1800118301, Monday to Friday, 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
- Do not rely on an old WhatsApp or Telegram timetable.
The notices reviewed do not state a general rule linking attendance at counselling sessions to examination eligibility. Read your own programme notice for any specific instruction before making a decision.
⚠️ Common Mistakes Students Make
- Following a schedule from the previous academic session.
- Opening the Semester I file when the student is in Semester III, V or VII.
- Confusing PCP counselling classes with examinations or internal assessment.
- Using another programme’s centre, day or time.
- Ignoring revised, suspended or online-class notices.
- Treating a forwarded social-media image as the final timetable.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is DU SOL academic counselling?
It is a set of limited teaching and support sessions, commonly called PCP classes, where students can understand course topics and ask academic questions alongside self-study.
Is attendance compulsory for DU SOL counselling?
The notices reviewed do not state a general attendance rule linked to examination eligibility. Check the notice for your exact programme and attend whenever possible.
Where can I check the latest DU SOL counselling schedule?
Use the official DU SOL All Notices page and the Programme Time Table page. Select the notice matching your semester, programme and session.
Is academic counselling the same as an examination?
No. Counselling sessions are academic classes. Examination forms, dates and internal assessments are announced through separate official notices.
Can the DU SOL counselling schedule change?
Yes. DU SOL has published revised timetable, study-centre and suspension notices during this session. Recheck the official page before attending.
📝 Final Takeaway
DU SOL counselling for the 2026–27 session is organised through semester and programme-wise PCP notices. Open the official notice for your exact course, save the timetable and check again for revisions or suspensions. Use the sessions to clear doubts, but continue your self-study, assignments and exam preparation alongside them.
About this guide: OpenStudyInfo is an independent student-information website and is not affiliated with the University of Delhi. The official DU SOL notices and timetable pages were checked on 21 October 2026. Official university notices remain final.