Jamia Milia to Resume Offline Classes from November 2: Exam Mode and Attendance Rules
New Delhi: After weeks of disruption on the campus, academic activities at Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) are all set to return to the offline mode from November 2, 2026. The university has reportedly issued fresh directives asking students to attend offline classes and conduct examinations offline. This comes after 18 days of student protest on the campus for demanding the restoration of Jamia Millia Islamia Students’ Union (JMISU) and issuance of a time-bound schedule for Student Union elections.
The fresh directives are a shift from the earlier decision to hold classes and examinations online during the student agitation. The first thing students need to do is check the notifications released by their respective departments and see when their classes and examinations will be conducted.
Jamia Millia Islamia Offline Classes from November 2: All you need to Know
As per recent university orders, offline teaching and offline assessment activities of all UG and PG programmes will be resumed from November 2. Classes and examinations will be conducted as per the timetable issued by respective departments and faculties.
Some important instructions for students are-
- Classes: Offline classes will be held from November 2.
- Programmes: All UG and PG programmes.
- Examinations: Mid-semester, end-semester and other scheduled examinations.
- Timetables: Students must follow schedules issued by their respective departments and faculties.
- Attendance: Regular attendance has been made compulsory.;
- Academic rules: Students are expected to comply with the university's academic regulations.
Students should not assume that every programme will follow an identical daily timetable. Department-level instructions will determine the schedule and other academic arrangements.
What Happens to Jamia's Earlier Online Class Arrangement?
Citing sources, the university is set to revert to in-person classes on November 2. Earlier, the university extended its online classes due to the ongoing student protests. An internal order, dated October 28, 2026, outlined online classes to be held until November 24. It included online teaching and assessment arrangements for practicals and viva voices. The decision to revert to in-person classes from November 2 was done with a subsequent change to the aforementioned arrangement.
The official notices section of the university website has uploaded the aforementioned order. Therefore, students are advised to refer to the latest notification issued by their respective departments as well as the most recent order issued by the university. This is particularly important for students preparing for end of semester assessments. Students should contact their respective departments to confirm the mode of assessment, date, time and venue, and other particulars instead of assuming that an earlier arrangement for an online assessment is still in place.
Jamia Student Protest Ends After Agreement on Union Election Timeline
The administration has reportedly agreed to a time-bound framework for the restoration of the Students Union, wherein the constitution would be put before the Executive Council for approval by May 15, 2027. Post approval, the university will inform the election schedule as per the recommendations and guidelines of the Lyngdoh committee. The election for Students Union is to be conducted within a time bound period of six weeks.
The reversion to offline academic activities from the 18th day of the student protest is appreciated. Reports say the next session is likely to begin in July 2027. An important part of the agreement relates to the disciplinary actions related to the protests. The administration has agreed to withdraw all show-cause notices, disciplinary actions, suspensions, rustications and campus bans, which are related to the protests. With the latest developments, protesting students announced to end their agitation and hunger strike. The agreement has opened a new window to the representation of students at Jamia.
Instructions for Departments and Faculty Members
As per the reported instructions, university administrations have been directed to make preparations for the resumption of physical classes. The heads of departments and other concerned have been directed to make necessary arrangements for holding classes and examinations. These include making arrangements of classrooms, seating arrangements for students and supervision of examinations.
What Should Jamia Students Do Before November 2?
If you are returning to campus, you must check any official announcements made by your department/faculty. You can do the following:
- Check for the latest timetable for your classes.
- Ensure that there is any mid or end semester examinations.
- Ensure what type of examination will be held, when it will be held and where.
- Ensure that you follow the rules regarding attendance and academic rules
- Check if there are any further announcements concerning this.
You should check official announcements made by the university for any specific guidelines for your programme. This may include different exam dates. Overall, returning to offline classes is an important academic milestone for JMI students. However, you should check any updates from your department to ensure you know what to expect. This will ensure you can return to campus smoothly.
FAQs
1.When will offline classes resume at Jamia Millia Islamia?
Jamia Millia Islamia will resume offline classes from 2nd November 2026.
2. Will UG and PG students return to offline classes?
Yes. Undergraduate and postgraduate students will return to offline classes.
3. Will semester exams be held offline?
Yes. Mid semester, end semester and other exams will also return.
4. Will attendance be compulsory after November 2?
Yes. Students have been told to attend regularly and follow academic rules.
4. Why has Jamia Millia Islamia returned to offline classes?
This comes after a long period of student protests demanding the restoration of their students union and an election date.
5. When should the Jamia students union constitution be implemented?
It has been agreed that the Jamia Millia Islamia Students' Union Constitution will be fully approved and implemented by 15th May 2027.
6. Where can students check updated class/exam timetables?
Students should check any new announcements and guidelines for their classes from their department/faculty. You should also check any updates from the official
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