- Key Updates
- Important Dates / Details
- Fee Structure (Based on Form Discussion)
- Who Should Fill This Form?
- Eligible Students
- Not Eligible
- What Students Should Do Now
- Common Problems & Solutions
- 1. Form Not Opening
- 2. Subjects Not Showing
- 3. Payment Done but Receipt Not Generated
- 4. Confusion About Eligibility
- Important Points You Must Remember
- FAQ
- Conclusion
Delhi University School of Open Learning (SOL) has released the exam form for 2nd, 4th, and 6th semesters, but along with it, many students are facing confusion regarding eligibility, technical issues, subject visibility, and payment problems. This detailed guide clears all major doubts and gives you a clear direction on what exactly you should do.
Key Updates
- Delhi University School of Open Learning has activated the exam form for even semesters:
- 2nd Semester
- 4th Semester
- 6th Semester
- Applicable for both CBCS and NEP students
- This is a special opportunity, not a regular cycle
- Only those students should apply who:
- Missed the form in September–October
- Have backlog (ER/fail) subjects
Important Dates / Details
- Last Date to Apply: 30 April 2026
- Form must be completed with payment before deadline
- No confirmation of extension has been mentioned
Fee Structure (Based on Form Discussion)
- 1 subject backlog → around ₹110 shown in portal
- 2 subjects → around ₹1510
- 3 subjects → around ₹2000
- Includes registration + subject fee components
- Students should check final fee inside their own dashboard before paying
Who Should Fill This Form?
This is where most students get confused, so understand clearly:
Eligible Students
- Students who did not fill exam form earlier (Sept–Oct cycle)
- Students who have:
- ER (Essential Repeat)
- Backlog / failed subjects
- Applicable for:
- CBCS batches (2020, 2021)
- NEP batches (2022, 2023, 2024)
Not Eligible
- Students who already:
- Filled the exam form earlier
- Have fee receipt with subjects already mentioned
- These students must not fill again, otherwise it can create issues
What Students Should Do Now
Follow this step-by-step approach:
Get:
- Exam & assignment alerts
- Result and notice updates
- Study guides & PDFs
- Important student information
- Check your previous status
- If you already filled the form → stop here
- If not → proceed
- Login to SOL Portal
- Use your SOL Roll Number
- Enter barcode (from ID card or retrieve online)
- Open Exam Form Section
- Click on exam form option for 2nd/4th/6th semester
- Verify Details
- Personal details auto-filled
- Backlog subjects will appear automatically
- Select Subjects Carefully
- Only choose subjects where you have backlog
- Proceed to Payment
- Check fee amount
- Pay through available method
- Download Fee Receipt
- Save it immediately
- This is your proof of submission
Common Problems & Solutions
This is the most important part because most students get stuck here.
1. Form Not Opening
- This is a common technical issue
- First step: wait for a few days
- If still not resolved:
- Use grievance portal
- Visit SOL campus if needed
2. Subjects Not Showing
- If backlog subjects are not visible:
- Raise complaint through grievance portal
- Ensure you actually have ER/backlog
3. Payment Done but Receipt Not Generated
- Do NOT panic
- Do NOT pay again immediately
- Usually:
- Receipt appears on dashboard after some time
- Check again later before taking any action
4. Confusion About Eligibility
Simple rule:
- Receipt present with subjects → Do NOT fill again
- No receipt / missed earlier → Fill now
No need to overthink beyond this.
Important Points You Must Remember
- Admission system in SOL works like this:
- When you take admission in a semester, the next semester admission is usually automatic
- This form is not for new students, it is mainly for backlog cases
- If you filled form earlier, re-filling can create duplication issues
- Grievance portal is available for support
- Physical visit to SOL campus is the final option if online issues are not resolved
- Avoid last-day rush to prevent server issues
FAQ
1. Is this form for all SOL students?
No, only for those who missed earlier submission or have backlog.
2. I already filled my form earlier. Should I fill again?
No. If you have receipt, do not fill again.
3. My form is not opening. What should I do?
Wait for a few days, then use grievance portal or visit SOL.
4. My subjects are not showing in the form. Why?
Raise a complaint through grievance portal.
5. What if I paid but receipt is not generated?
Check dashboard again later. Do not make duplicate payment.
6. Can I fill form for multiple backlog subjects?
Yes, all backlog subjects will be shown and can be selected.
Conclusion
This is a limited and important opportunity given by SOL for students who missed their earlier exam form or have backlog papers. The process is simple, but mistakes like double filling, wrong subject selection, or late submission can create serious issues.
Act early, verify everything, and complete the process before the deadline without relying on last-minute chances.
Sushant Kumar
Founder
As a current B.Com (Hons) student at DU SOL and an active Chartered Accountancy (CA) aspirant, I understand the exact pressure, syllabus confusion, and administrative hurdles students face daily. TheSushant.in was built to provide first-hand, stress-tested guidance. Every DU SOL update, exam strategy, and CA study note shared here comes directly from my personal academic journey, official notifications, and real-time student experience. No generic advice: practical, student-to-student blueprints to help you clear your exams and level up.