DU raises fees for the second time in six months: Is inflation management coming at the cost of student affordability?

Delhi University has raised institution-level fees for the second time in six months for the 2026–27 academic session, increasing its share of the consolidated student fee to Rs 4,100. College administrators have expressed concern over the pace and frequency of the hikes, noting their cumulative impact on students. While the university has cited rising operational costs and inflation, colleges have flagged growing affordability pressures, particularly for students from economically diverse backgrounds.
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