PGDAV Evening Certificate French Fees 2026

Component	Amount (INR)
Tuition Fee	INR 17,000
University Charges	INR 510
Total Fees	INR 17,510

A registration fee of INR 150 is payable separately at the time of form submission and is not included in the total above.

Fees are to be paid at the college cash counter or through the designated payment mode at the time of admission confirmation.

PGDAV Evening Certificate French Admission 2026

Event	Date
Registration Window	June 1 to July 1, 2026
Class Commencement	July 2026

Admission is granted on a first-come, first-served basis and closes once all available seats are filled.

Students must maintain a minimum of 67% attendance throughout the academic year to become eligible for the university examination.

The registration window may vary slightly each year and candidates should confirm dates with the college office.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Passed Class 10+2 from a recognised board with minimum 45% marks in the qualifying examination.

No prior knowledge of the French language is required for admission to the Certificate level course.

Students currently enrolled in another degree programme may also apply, as this is a part-time evening course.

Admission Process

Visit PGDAV Evening College during the registration window with Class 12 marksheets and a valid identity proof.

Collect the application form from the college office and fill in the required details.

Submit the form along with the registration fee of INR 150 and attested copies of required documents.

Pay the course fee of INR 17,510 at the time of admission confirmation and collect the receipt.

Seats are allotted on a first-come, first-served basis subject to availability in the language course.

Attend all scheduled classes and maintain at least 67% attendance to be eligible for the year-end university examination.

✓ Opt for this if

You want a DU-certified French credential at a low course fee.
You are a working professional adding a new language to your skill set.
You have no prior French background but want structured university-level training.
You live in Delhi and can attend in-person evening classes on the Ring Road campus.

✗ Skip if

You need advanced or business-level French proficiency within a short time.
You cannot commit to maintaining 67% attendance through the full academic year.
You want an internationally benchmarked credential such as DELF or DALF.
You are based outside Delhi and cannot attend in-person classes on a regular basis.

PGDAV Evening Certificate French Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
PM-YASASVI Scholarship	Up to INR 75,000 per year	OBC, EBC, or DNT students with family income below INR 2.5 lakh per annum
DU Merit Book Grant	Varies	Meritorious students who apply through the National Scholarship Portal

Apply for government scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal well before the closing date each year.

Check with the college office about any college-level fee concessions available for economically weaker students.

PGDAV Evening Certificate French FAQs

Ques. Is any prior knowledge of French required to join this certificate course at PGDAV Evening?

Ans. No prior knowledge of French is needed. The Certificate Course in French at PGDAV Evening is designed for absolute beginners and introduces students to foundational grammar, vocabulary, reading, listening, and basic conversational skills over the course of one academic year. Students with some prior French exposure may find initial modules straightforward but will still benefit from the structured DU curriculum.

Ques. What is the total fee for the Certificate Course in French at PGDAV Evening?

Ans. The total course fee is INR 17,510, which includes tuition of INR 17,000 and university charges of INR 510. A separate registration fee of INR 150 is collected at the time of form submission and is not part of the above total. All payments are made at the college office during the admission process.

Ques. How many classes are held per week and what is the expected time commitment?

Ans. DU foreign language certificate courses are typically held three times per week in the evening, with each session running for two hours per class. The minimum attendance requirement is 67% of all scheduled sessions. Students should also account for self-study time and assignments in addition to in-class hours to complete the course successfully.

Ques. Is the Certificate in French from PGDAV Evening valid for employment or higher studies?

Ans. The certificate is issued by the University of Delhi and is recognised for progression to higher DU language programmes such as the Diploma and Advanced Diploma in French. For roles requiring internationally recognised French proficiency, candidates may also consider pursuing certifications like DELF from the French Embassy in India alongside this DU certificate.

Ques. Can I pursue the Diploma in French after this certificate course?

Ans. Yes. The Certificate in French is the first step in the University of Delhi language programme sequence. Students who pass the certificate examination are eligible to apply for the Diploma in French in the next academic year, and may later progress to the Advanced Diploma. Seat availability at PGDAV Evening or other DU colleges determines actual enrolment in the next level.

Ques. Can full-time degree students from other colleges join this French certificate course?

Ans. Yes. Because this is a part-time programme with evening classes, students enrolled in full-time morning programmes at other DU or non-DU institutions in Delhi can also apply. The schedule makes this a popular add-on for undergraduate and postgraduate students who wish to develop an additional language skill alongside their primary degree at another college.

PGDAV Evening College Certification French: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

PGDAV Evening Certificate French Fees 2026

PGDAV Evening Certificate French Admission 2026

Eligibility Criteria

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PGDAV Evening Certificate French Scholarships 2026

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