In line with the implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP), Mumbai University has released the academic calendar for the 2025–26 academic year for all MU-affiliated institutions offering degree courses.
The schedule outlines key academic activities, including online pre-admission registration, internal and theory (written) examinations, and result declaration. According to an official circular, first-year (Semester 1) and second-year (Semester 3) theory examinations for humanities, commerce, and science streams will be conducted from October 9 to October 25, 2025. Internal and practical examinations will also be conducted in accordance with university regulations.
Colleges affiliated with MU have been instructed to submit students’ examination applications and fees via the Samarth portal by September 15, 2025. Evaluation details for these examinations must also be updated on the Samarth portal by November 28, 2025.
Dr. Pooja Raundale, Director of the Examinations and Evaluation Board, has urged colleges to prepare question papers, conduct evaluations, and release interim results or marks for first-year Semester 1 and second-year Semester 3 students, including ATKT exams, as per MU guidelines.
Final results will be declared by the university based on the information provided by the respective colleges. In addition, students` digital mark sheets will be generated by the university and made accessible through their Samarth portal login and also via Digilocker.
As per the 2025–26 academic planning calendar, the mid-term break is scheduled from August 27 to August 31, the Diwali vacation from October 21 to November 5, and the winter vacation from December 5 to December 31, 2025.
Civil defence course to be introduced in Mumbai University curriculum
The Maharashtra government has decided to introduce a civil defence course in the Mumbai University curriculum, acknowledging the key role the volunteer-based emergency response mechanism can play during emergencies.
The government is also trying to strengthen the Directorate of Civil Defence, beset by multiple issues ranging from manpower crunch to paltry daily allowance and logistical problems, including inadequate sirens, vehicles and ambulances.
The Directorate of Civil Defence and the University of Mumbai recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), finalising the inclusion of the civil defence course in the academic curriculum, Prabhat Kumar, director of civil defence said. This course will be taught in all engineering colleges affiliated with the University of Mumbai and will carry a weightage of 25 marks. “Students who wish to serve the nation while pursuing their education will get an opportunity through this course,” Kumar said, adding that students will be trained in rescue operations and saving lives during emergencies.
They will also be prepared to work alongside government and civic agencies, such as disaster management cells, fire brigades, and hospitals, especially during emergency and war-like situations. The spotlight on civil defence has intensified following drills conducted across coastal districts and Pune, Nashik, and Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar.
