Delhi University SOL Opens Foreign Language Certificate and Diploma Admissions 2026-27 at cifl.oldcdu.ac.in; Check Last Date to Apply

The School of Open Learning (SOL), Department of Distance and Continuing Education (DDCE), and Open Learning Development Centre (OLDC) of the University of Delhi (DU) have opened admissions for the 2026-27 academic session. The notice covers one-year certificate and one-year diploma courses in foreign languages. Candidates can apply online at the Centre for Indian and Foreign Languages (CIFL) portal at cifl.oldcdu.ac.in.

The application window opened on June 11, 2026 and will close on July 10, 2026. The programmes are open to university students and working professionals across the country. The OLDC is rolling out these courses in online mode to widen access beyond Delhi.

Languages and Departments Offered

Nine foreign languages are on offer this session. Russian has been newly launched in collaboration with the Department of Slavonic and Finno-Ugrian Studies.

Each language is offered at two levels in the same session. Learners can pick the one-year certificate or the one-year diploma based on prior exposure.

Official Notification

DU SOL Foreign Language Admission 2026-27 Important Dates

Programmes Beyond Foreign Languages

The same admission cycle also opens entry to several professional programmes. These are offered through SOL and DDCE in the distance and online modes.

• Master of Business Administration (MBA)
• Master of Library and Information Science (MLISc)
• Bachelor of Library and Information Science (BLISc)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Advertising and Digital Media Leadership (PGDADLM)
• Applicants interested in these courses should check the eligibility notice on the main SOL portal at sol.du.ac.in.

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How to Apply for the DU SOL Foreign Language Courses 2026-27?

The application is fully online. Candidates should keep their identity proof, academic certificates, and a recent photograph ready before starting.

• Visit the official CIFL portal at cifl.oldcdu.ac.in.
• Click on the link for certificate or diploma admission 2026-27.
• Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
• Fill in personal, academic, and language preference details.
• Upload the scanned documents in the required format.
• Pay the application fee through the online gateway.
• Submit the form and download the confirmation page.

Whom to Contact for Admission Queries?

Applicants can reach the SOL helpdesk on working days for help with the form. The desk operates Monday to Friday, between 9:30 AM and 5:30 PM. The contact numbers are 011-65213030 and 011-35663474.

Action Plan for Candidates

1. Visit the official portal at cifl.oldcdu.ac.in.
2. Pick one language and decide between the certificate or diploma level.
3. Read the eligibility notice and document checklist carefully.
4. Keep the application fee ready in a digital payment mode.
5. Submit the form well before the July 10, 2026 deadline.

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