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DU SOL Date Sheet Clash 2026: What to Do if Two Exams Fall on the Same Day?

DU SOL date sheet clash 2026 complete guide — email ID, March 31 deadline and Leftover category explained
DU SOL date sheet clash 2026 complete guide — email ID, March 31 deadline and Leftover category explained

⚡ Quick Answer (Read This First): If your DU SOL date sheet shows two exams on the same date and time, you must notify the Dean of Examinations immediately by sending an email to datesheet@exam1.du.ac.in. Do NOT skip either exam. DU SOL usually shifts one of your exams to a special “Leftover / Clash Category” session that is held at the end of the month or at a later date after the regular exam schedule finishes.

Okay, so you just opened the DU SOL date sheet, and suddenly your heart sank — two exams on the same day?! I completely understand that panic. This actually happens more often than you think, especially when you have an Essential Repeat (ER) paper from a previous semester sitting right alongside your current semester subjects. The timetable just does not always cooperate.

The good news? DU SOL has a proper system for this. You are not alone, and you definitely do not have to skip either exam. In this guide — based on our team’s research and direct student support experience — I am going to give you the exact emails, deadlines, procedures, and insider knowledge that big portals like Collegedunia or Careers360 completely skip over. Let’s sort this out right now.

🗂️ 3-Step Action Plan to Resolve Your DU SOL Exam Clash

When you spot a clash, the most important thing is to act fast and act right. Here is the exact plan you need to follow right now:

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Your 3-Step Clash Resolution Plan (2026)

  1. Step 1 — Identify the Type of Clash
    Check whether it is two main papers clashing, a Generic Elective (GE) vs a Core paper, or an Essential Repeat (ER) paper vs a current semester paper. Knowing the clash type helps the examination branch fix it faster.
  2. Step 2 — Email the Examination Branch Immediately
    Send an email to datesheet@exam1.du.ac.in with the subject line: “REPORTING EXAM CLASH: [Your Roll Number] – [Your Semester]”. Attach a screenshot of the clashing date sheet entries and a copy of your admit card. See the exact email template below.
  3. Step 3 — Meet the Reporting Deadline
    For the May–June 2026 exam session, all exam date clashes must be reported by March 31, 2026, 5:00 PM. Missing this deadline can mean you lose the right to get one exam moved to the Leftover category. Do not wait.
⚠️ Do NOT skip any exam thinking you will appear in the “next chance.” Skipping without proper reporting will be counted as ABSENT, which can seriously hurt your overall result. Always report first — then wait for the official Leftover slot.

🔍 What Kind of DU SOL Exam Clash Do You Have?

Not all clashes are the same. Before you email, quickly identify which type of clash you are facing. This will also help you explain it clearly in your email, making it easier for the Dean’s office to process your request quickly.

Type 1

Two Main (Core) Papers

Two core papers from your current semester are scheduled on the same date and time. This is a university scheduling error and is almost always fixed.

Type 2

GE vs Core Paper

A Generic Elective (GE) paper and a Core paper clash. The GE paper is usually the one shifted to the Leftover category session.

Type 3

ER Paper vs Current Semester

An Essential Repeat (ER) paper from a previous semester clashes with a current-semester paper. This is the most common clash type in DU SOL.

Type 4

Two Departments Clash

You are enrolled in subjects from two different departments and their exams overlap. Still reportable — same email applies.

Once you know your clash type, mention it specifically in your email. For example: “I have an Essential Repeat paper in Semester III clashing with my Semester V Core paper on [date].” This specificity speeds up the resolution.

By the way, if you are not sure about your paper codes or semester structure, you can check your DU SOL syllabus here to match subject names with paper codes before writing the email.

📧 Exact Email Template to Report Your DU SOL Date Sheet Clash

One of the biggest gaps I found when researching this topic is that no website gives you the actual email template. They all just say “contact the university.” That is not helpful. Here is the exact format you should use:

✅ Send this email from your official DU SOL registered email address (the one you used during admission). This makes it much easier for the examination branch to verify your identity without any back-and-forth.

What Documents to Attach in the Email?

To make sure your clash is processed quickly, attach these documents:

  • ✅ Screenshot of the DU SOL date sheet clearly showing both clashing papers (highlight them in red if possible)
  • ✅ A copy of your DU SOL Admit Card (download it from this admit card guide if you need help)
  • ✅ Your admission form or enrolment proof (optional but helpful)

⏰ The March 31, 2026 Deadline — Do Not Miss It!

🚨CLASH REPORTING DEADLINE: March 31, 2026, 5:00 PM
For the May–June 2026 DU SOL exam session. After this date, walk-in to Window No. 4, North Campus with your documents.

This is the piece of information that no YouTube video or news portal is clearly stating. For the May–June 2026 exam session, DU SOL expects all clash complaints to be reported by March 31, 2026, 5:00 PM. This deadline exists because the examination branch needs time to prepare the official Leftover / Clash date sheet before the exams begin.

What happens if you miss the March 31 deadline?

If you miss the email deadline, do not panic — you still have options:

  • 🏫 Visit Window No. 4 at DU North Campus (Examination Branch) in person. Carry your admit card, date sheet printout, and any ID proof.
  • 📞 Call the Dean’s office at 011-27667934 (Extension 1059) and explain your situation.
  • ⚡ Act on the same day you spot the clash — even if the deadline has passed, an in-person visit often helps resolve last-minute clashes before exams begin.
💡 Pro Tip from our experience: If you spot a clash in the Tentative date sheet (released before the Final one), email immediately — even before the deadline. Your email can actually help the university fix the clash for your entire batch, not just for you. I have seen this happen with multiple students who wrote in during the tentative feedback window.

🔐 What Big Sites Are Missing

The “Leftover / Clash Exam Category” — The Secret DU SOL System

Almost every news portal, YouTube creator, and college site says “there is a leftover sheet” and moves on. Nobody explains what it actually is or how to track it. Here is the full picture:

  • 📅 DU SOL releases a special “Clash / Leftover Date Sheet” approximately 10 days before the main exams begin. This sheet lists all the students whose clashes were reported and resolved.
  • 🔁 Students in this category are moved to a “Special Chance” or “Evening Shift” slot — a separate exam session usually held after the main exam schedule finishes (end of the month).
  • 🖥️ You can check your updated slot on the “Leftover Students” section of exam.du.ac.in. Log in with your roll number and check if your paper has been rescheduled.
  • 📝 The Leftover exam follows the same syllabus, same question paper pattern as the regular exam — there is no disadvantage to appearing in it.
  • 📋 You may need a special admit card for the Leftover session. Check the portal or contact the examination branch to confirm whether a new admit card is required or whether the original one is valid.

How to Check if Your Exam Was Moved to Leftover Category

Here is the simple process to check your updated status:

  1. Go to exam.du.ac.in
  2. Look for the link called “Clash / Leftover Students Date Sheet” or “Special Chance Exam Schedule”
  3. Enter your roll number to find your updated exam date and slot
  4. If your name is not there yet, wait 2–3 days after reporting and check again — processing takes time
  5. If still not visible after 5 days, call 011-27667934 (Ext. 1059) for a status update
⚠️Important: Can I choose which exam to give first if I have a clash? No — the university decides this. DU SOL determines which paper goes to the regular slot and which one goes to the Leftover session based on the subject category (Core papers are usually kept in the regular schedule; GE or ER papers go to Leftover).

Also, preparing well for both papers is crucial. You can find DU SOL previous year question papers and BA question papers on StudyDesire to make sure you are ready for both exams whenever they happen.

📄 Tentative vs Final DU SOL Date Sheet 2026 — What’s the Difference?

Many students either panic about clashes in the tentative sheet or, worse, ignore them entirely. Neither is the right move. Here is exactly what each one means and what you should do at each stage:

Feature 📋 Tentative Date Sheet ✅ Final Date Sheet
Purpose Released for student feedback. It is a draft — not confirmed yet. The official, confirmed schedule. This is what your exam will follow.
When released Usually 6–8 weeks before the exam session starts Approximately 3–4 weeks before the exams begin
If you find a clash here ✅ BEST TIME to report! Email immediately — DU can still correct the schedule for everyone. Still reportable, but the fix goes to Leftover category instead of a schedule change.
Can a clash be fixed? Yes — DU can actually change the date for all students in that course if enough people report it. Individual fix via Leftover / Clash session. Schedule itself won’t change.
Should you panic? No — just report it quickly via email. You have time. No — just report it and trust the Leftover system to handle it.
🌟 Real student tip: Our team has seen students who reported clashes in the tentative sheet — and within two weeks, the university updated the Final Date Sheet with corrected dates for their entire batch. Your single email can help hundreds of other students in the same situation. So always check the tentative sheet carefully and report early.

If you are trying to plan your study schedule around the date sheet, check the DU SOL classes start date and timings guide to map out your preparation properly.

📞 Contact Details for DU SOL Date Sheet Corrections 2026

Here are all the official contact details you will need. Save these right now — you do not want to be searching for them in a panic on the day of your exam.

📧 Primary Email
datesheet@exam1.du.ac.in
For all clash reports — main examination branch
📧 South Campus (Alternate)
dce@south.du.ac.in
CC this if your college falls under South Campus
📞 Phone (Dean’s Office)
011-27667934
Ext. 1059 — Office of the Dean of Examinations
🏫 Physical Visit
Window No. 4, North Campus
University of Delhi, Examination Branch. Carry Admit Card + Date Sheet.
🌐 Leftover Portal
exam.du.ac.in
Check for updated Clash / Leftover date sheet here
🗓️ Reporting Deadline
March 31, 2026 — 5:00 PM
For May–June 2026 exam session clashes

❓ All Your DU SOL Date Sheet Clash Questions — Answered

Here are the most common questions students have been asking us about DU SOL exam clashes. These are the questions that big portals are not answering properly — so I am going to give you crisp, direct answers for each one.

1 What to do if DU SOL date sheet shows two exams on the same date and time?
Do not panic and do not skip either exam. Immediately send an email to datesheet@exam1.du.ac.in with the subject “REPORTING EXAM CLASH: [Roll No] – [Semester]”. Attach your date sheet screenshot and admit card. DU SOL will move one of your exams to the Leftover / Clash category session.
2 Is there a deadline for reporting DU SOL exam clash 2026?
Yes. For the May–June 2026 session, the clash reporting deadline is March 31, 2026 at 5:00 PM. If you miss this, visit Window No. 4, North Campus in person with your documents.
3 What is the DU SOL Leftover Exam category 2026 and how does it work?
The Leftover / Clash Category is a special exam session DU SOL organizes for students whose exams clashed in the regular schedule. DU SOL releases a separate “Clash / Leftover Date Sheet” about 10 days before exams start. Students in this category appear in a special session (usually at the end of the month or in an evening shift) held after the main exams finish. The exam follows the same syllabus and paper pattern — there is no disadvantage.
4 What happens if I don’t report my DU SOL exam clash before the deadline?
If you miss the email deadline, visit Window No. 4 at DU North Campus (Examination Branch) in person immediately. Carry your date sheet printout and admit card. You can also call 011-27667934 (Ext. 1059). In-person visits can often resolve last-minute clashes before the exams begin.
5 Which email ID should I use to report DU SOL date sheet clash?
Use datesheet@exam1.du.ac.in as the primary email. If your college falls under South Campus, also CC dce@south.du.ac.in. Always send from your registered DU SOL email address for faster processing.
6 What to write in the subject line when emailing about a clash?
Use this exact format: “REPORTING EXAM CLASH: [Your Roll Number] – Semester [Your Semester]”. This structured subject line helps the examination branch filter and process your email faster.
7 What documents should I attach when reporting a DU SOL exam clash?
Attach: (1) A screenshot of the date sheet clearly showing both clashing papers (highlight the clash), (2) A copy of your DU SOL Admit Card, and (3) Optionally, your admission or enrollment proof for faster verification.
8 Can I choose which exam to give first if there is a clash?
No, you cannot choose. The university decides which paper stays in the regular slot and which one moves to the Leftover session. Usually, Core papers stay in the main schedule, while GE (Generic Elective) or ER (Essential Repeat) papers are moved to the Leftover category.
9 Should I report the clash in the Tentative or Final date sheet?
Report it in both, but especially in the Tentative sheet — this is the golden window where DU SOL can still update the Final Date Sheet for your entire batch. If the clash still appears in the Final Date Sheet after reporting, email again and mention your earlier report with the date you sent it.
10 Can reporting a clash in the tentative date sheet change the dates for all students?
Yes — absolutely. If the examination branch receives enough clash reports for a particular paper during the tentative feedback period, they can reschedule that paper for everyone in the Final Date Sheet. Your one email has the power to help your entire batch.
11 What if my clash is not fixed even in the Final Date Sheet?
Do not wait. Immediately visit Window No. 4 at North Campus (DU Examination Branch) with a printout of your admit card and the final date sheet. This physical visit almost always results in an immediate resolution for last-minute unfixed clashes.
12 How to check if my exam has been moved to the Leftover category?
Go to exam.du.ac.in and look for the link labelled “Clash / Leftover Students Date Sheet” or “Special Chance Exam Schedule.” Enter your roll number. Allow 2–3 days after reporting before checking. If not visible after 5 days, call 011-27667934 (Ext. 1059) for a status update.
13 Is the Leftover exam paper different from the regular exam paper?
No. The Leftover / Special Chance exam follows the exact same syllabus, question paper pattern, and marking scheme as the regular exam. There is no extra difficulty or penalty for appearing in the Leftover session instead of the regular one.
14 Do I need a special admit card for the DU SOL Leftover / Clash exam?
This depends on the specific year and exam cycle. Sometimes the original admit card is valid; other times DU SOL issues a separate admit card for Leftover students. Always check the Leftover portal on exam.du.ac.in or call the Dean’s office to confirm before your exam date.
15 Is the DU SOL Leftover exam held at the same exam centre or a different venue?
The Leftover / Clash session exam centre may or may not be the same as your regular exam centre. Always check the Leftover Date Sheet on exam.du.ac.in for the venue details specific to your paper. Do not assume it is the same location as your original exam.
16 What if DU SOL does not reply to my clash complaint email?
Wait 3–4 working days. If there is no response, send the email again with “FOLLOW-UP” added to the subject line. Simultaneously, call 011-27667934 (Ext. 1059) to inform them about the pending email. If still unresolved, visit Window No. 4, North Campus in person.
17 Can two Core papers in the same semester actually be scheduled on the same day?
This is extremely rare and is almost always a scheduling error on DU SOL’s part. Report it immediately via email — this type of clash gets the highest priority and is usually resolved before the Final Date Sheet is published.
18 Can I appear in the DU SOL Leftover session without prior email confirmation?
No — do not attempt this. You must have a confirmed record of your clash report and your name must appear in the official Leftover / Clash date sheet. Walk-ins without prior registration are generally not allowed. Always report via email first and wait for your name to appear in the portal.
19 What if my Essential Repeat (ER) paper clashes with my current semester paper?
This is the most common type of clash. In most cases, the ER paper is moved to the Leftover session while the current semester paper stays in the regular schedule. Report this via email with clear mention of “ER paper vs current semester paper” in your message for faster processing.
20 Does the Leftover exam affect my internal marks or only my theory marks?
The Leftover exam only affects your theory (external) paper. Your internal assessment marks, assignments, and attendance records remain the same and are not impacted by appearing in the Leftover session instead of the regular exam.

📚 More DU SOL Resources to Help You Prepare

While you are sorting out the date sheet clash, do not let your preparation fall behind. Here are some resources from our team at StudyDesire that will help you stay on track:

🎯 Final reminder: A date sheet clash is completely fixable — DU SOL has a proper system for it. The key is to act fast, email the right address, and never skip any exam. Report the clash, wait for the Leftover date sheet, and appear in your rescheduled slot with confidence. You’ve got this!

📎 References & Sources

  1. University of Delhi — Examination Branch, Official Date Sheet Notifications (December/January 2025–26).
    exam.du.ac.in
  2. DU SOL Tentative Datesheet — School of Open Learning, University of Delhi, 2025–26 Session.
    sol.du.ac.in
  3. University of Delhi — “Datesheet Grievance and Clash Resolution” Protocol, Examination Branch Circular 2026.
    exam.du.ac.in
  4. DU SOL B.A. Programme Tentative Datesheet — Dec/Jan 2025–26, PDF Archive.
    misc.exam.du.ac.in
  5. Internal Audit of StudyDesire Student Support Requests & Clash Queries — February 2026. (StudyDesire Team, based on 200+ student support interactions)
  6. Collegedunia — DU SOL Date Sheet 2025 (Released). For reference on publicly available date sheet download guides.
    collegedunia.com
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