DU SOL Online Classes 2026: Sem 1, 3 & 5 Schedule

A new update has arrived for DU SOL students of Semesters 1, 3 and 5.

The University of Delhi’s School of Open Learning has announced that online Academic Counselling/PCP classes for Ability Enhancement Course (AEC), Skill Enhancement Course (SEC) and Value Addition Course (VAC) will begin from Wednesday, 30 September 2026. The official notice says these online classes will be conducted every Wednesday from 10:00 AM onwards.

This is useful information for students who have recently received messages regarding online classes and are unsure whether those messages are genuine, which subjects the classes are for, whether attendance is compulsory and how they are supposed to join.

There is also an important clarification regarding the semester coverage.

The video circulating online refers to Semesters 1, 3, 5 and 7, but the official DU SOL notice currently specifies Semesters I, III and V for these online AEC, SEC and VAC classes. Therefore, students should not assume that Semester 7 is included in this particular online-class notice unless SOL publishes a separate update.

DU SOL Online Classes 2026: What Has Been Announced?

The official SOL notice dated 25 September 2026 says that online Academic Counselling Sessions (PCP classes) have been scheduled for:

• Ability Enhancement Course (AEC)
• Skill Enhancement Course (SEC)
• Value Addition Course (VAC)

The notice applies to concerned undergraduate students of:

Semester I

Semester III

Semester V

The classes are scheduled to begin from:

Wednesday, 30 September 2026

and will be conducted:

Every Wednesday from 10:00 AM onwards.

Which DU SOL Students Are Covered?

The official notice is specifically for undergraduate students of Semesters 1, 3 and 5.

That means the announcement is relevant to students who are currently studying in those semesters and have applicable AEC, SEC or VAC papers.

Semester 1 students

New undergraduate students admitted for the 2026–27 session can be covered where their programme includes the relevant AEC, SEC or VAC subjects.

Semester 3 students

Students currently in Semester 3 can also attend the applicable online counselling sessions.

Semester 5 students

Semester 5 UG students are included in the official notice as well.

What about Semester 7?

This is where students need to be careful.

The official notice dated 25 September 2026 specifically mentions Semester I, III and V. It does not mention Semester VII.

Therefore, the safest interpretation is:

The currently announced AEC/SEC/VAC online classes are for Semesters 1, 3 and 5.

If SOL later publishes a separate Semester 7 schedule, students should follow that notice.

Which Subjects Have Online Classes?

This is another important point.

The online classes announced in the current notice are not for every subject in your semester.

The notice specifically names:

AEC

Ability Enhancement Course

SEC

Skill Enhancement Course

VAC

Value Addition Course

So students should not interpret this announcement as:

“All my Semester 1 or Semester 3 classes are moving online.”

That is not what the official notice says.

The notice is specifically about the AEC, SEC and VAC academic counselling sessions.

What About the Main Subjects?

Your main discipline/core subjects are not listed in this particular notice.

For example, a student may have:

Political Science / English / Economics / Commerce / another discipline paper

alongside AEC, SEC and VAC.

The current online-class notice does not say that every such core subject will be taught online every Wednesday.

This distinction is important because the academic structure under the current UG framework contains several different types of papers. SOL’s published curriculum documents separately identify discipline-specific papers along with AEC, SEC and VAC components.

Therefore:

Online Wednesday classes announced here = AEC + SEC + VAC

not automatically every subject you study.

When Do the Online Classes Start?

The first day mentioned in the official notice is:

Wednesday, 30 September 2026

The classes are then scheduled to be held every Wednesday from 10:00 AM onwards.

So students should keep Wednesday mornings available for the applicable online sessions.

Is the 10 AM Timing for Every Subject?

The official notice gives the broad timing as:

10:00 AM onwards

It does not say that every individual AEC, SEC and VAC subject will necessarily have a single identical class ending at the same time.

The detailed timetable may contain subject-specific information.

Therefore, students should check the detailed schedule for:

• Subject
• Teacher
• Medium
• Class time
• Joining information

The SOL program-timetable page is where the University publishes official timetable information for its academic counselling/PCP activities.

Where Can Students Join the Classes?

The official notice says that students can join the online classes through the SOL website at sol.du.ac.in.

This is important because students may receive links through WhatsApp groups or other channels.

Those messages may be useful for communication, but the safest starting point is always the official SOL website.

DU SOL Official Website

Is Microsoft Teams Confirmed by the Official Notice?

The video on which this article is based says that students should use Microsoft Teams to join the online classes.

However, the official 25 September notice itself does not name Microsoft Teams. It simply states that students can join the online classes through the SOL website.

That means students should not rely solely on an unofficial explanation of the technology platform.

The actual joining link provided by SOL for your subject should be treated as the final instruction.

If that link opens Microsoft Teams, then use Teams.

If SOL provides another method, follow the University’s current link.

Do I Need to Receive an SMS to Attend the Class?

The official notice does not say that receiving an SMS is the condition for eligibility.

So, a student should not automatically assume:

“No SMS = No class.”

The more important thing is whether your semester and subject are covered by the official schedule and whether the University has provided a joining link for your class.

The timetable and official SOL website should therefore be checked even when an individual message has not reached you.

Are These Online Classes Compulsory?

The official notice announces the classes but does not state in the notice that attendance is compulsory.

Therefore, students should not automatically treat the Wednesday online sessions as mandatory attendance unless SOL issues a separate instruction saying so.

At the same time, attending academic counselling can still be useful because the sessions are part of the University’s PCP/academic support system.

Students should follow any programme-specific attendance or academic instructions that may be issued later.

Does Every Semester Have the Same Online Class?

Not necessarily.

The official notice groups the classes by:

AEC

SEC

VAC

and covers:

Semester I, III and V.

Your exact class can depend on the paper you have been assigned.

Therefore, two Semester 3 students may not necessarily join the same online session if they have different AEC/SEC/VAC papers.

What Should I Do Before 30 September?

There are a few useful things you can do before the classes begin.

1. Check your subjects

Look at your current examination/admission information and identify whether you have:

• AEC
• SEC
• VAC

2. Open the official timetable page

SOL’s timetable page contains the University’s published PCP schedule and is updated during the academic session.

3. Keep your Wednesday morning free

The official notice says the online sessions begin from 30 September and are held every Wednesday from 10 AM onwards.

4. Check the joining link

The online schedule should indicate how to join the applicable session.

5. Keep your phone/laptop ready

Make sure your browser, microphone and internet connection are working before the first class.

What If the Join Link Is Missing?

This can happen with a newly released timetable.

The source video also mentions that some joining links may appear only closer to the actual class.

The official notice itself does not guarantee that every link will be visible far in advance.

So, if your subject is listed but a link is not immediately visible:

Do not assume the class has been cancelled.

Check the timetable again closer to the scheduled class.

If SOL later publishes an updated timetable, use that version.

What If the Class Does Not Open?

Online classes can sometimes have technical problems.

Before assuming there is a University-side problem, check:

Internet connection

Browser/app

Joining link

Correct date and time

Whether the session is actually scheduled for your subject

If the issue continues, check the official SOL website for an updated notice.

What If I Miss the Wednesday Class?

The official notice does not say that every missed session automatically carries a penalty.

However, students should not make a habit of ignoring the academic-counselling sessions.

At minimum, check whether:

• Important syllabus information was discussed.
• Study material was shared.
• An assignment or activity was announced.
• Any academic instruction was given.

If SOL publishes recordings or additional material, use those where available.

Why Are AEC, SEC and VAC Important?

Students sometimes treat these papers as secondary because they carry fewer credits than their major discipline papers.

That can be a mistake.

They are still part of the semester’s academic structure.

SOL’s undergraduate prospectus identifies AEC, SEC and VAC as separate paper categories in the programme structure.

Therefore, students should include them in their study and examination planning rather than preparing only for their main subjects.

What About Practical or Activity-Based Components?

The exact academic requirements depend on the paper.

Some courses may have activities, practical work or other components in addition to regular teaching.

Students should therefore pay attention during the applicable AEC/SEC/VAC sessions and keep track of any work instructed by the teacher or SOL.

Do not assume that every paper is assessed in exactly the same manner.

How Should You Prepare for These Classes?

You do not need a complicated setup.

Keep your:

Syllabus

Notebook

Study material

Question papers

Timetable

together.

Before the class begins, note down the exact paper you are attending.

During the class, write down:

• Important topics
• Teacher instructions
• Questions to revise
• Assignment/activity information
• Examination-related guidance

This makes the session much more useful than simply joining the meeting and keeping it open in the background.

Online Classes vs Offline PCP Classes

Students should also understand that online academic counselling and offline PCP classes are not automatically the same thing.

The current SOL timetable page contains both offline PCP listings and online timetable entries. For example, the page currently identifies a dedicated “Online Classes” section alongside several offline class schedules for the 2026–27 session.

So don’t assume that because you have offline classes listed for a subject, the entire course has moved online.

The format can depend on the particular paper and timetable.

What Is the Difference Between AEC, SEC and VAC?

For a new SOL student, the terminology can be confusing.

AEC — Ability Enhancement Course

These papers generally focus on language, communication or other foundational abilities depending on the programme.

SEC — Skill Enhancement Course

These courses are designed around practical or skill-oriented learning.

VAC — Value Addition Course

These are additional courses intended to build broader knowledge and competencies.

The actual paper offered to you depends on your programme and semester.

Which Students Should Check the Timetable?

Every affected Semester 1, 3 and 5 UG student should check.

This is particularly important for students who have received an SMS or WhatsApp message and want to verify it against the official University information.

The timetable page is also useful because SOL continues to upload new academic schedules throughout the year.

What About Semester 7 Students?

This deserves a separate section because of the confusion created by the video title.

The official 25 September 2026 notice names Semesters I, III and V only. It does not mention Semester VII.

Therefore, Semester 7 students should not assume that they are included in this specific online AEC/SEC/VAC announcement.

Check the official SOL website for a separate notification or timetable if you are in Semester 7.

This is a good example of why students should read the actual University notice rather than rely only on the title of a social-media video.

What If I Did Not Receive Any Message?

Don’t panic.

The official notice is publicly available on the SOL website, and the University’s timetable page publishes academic schedules.

So, if you did not receive an SMS, check:

Your semester

Your subject

The official timetable

The joining instructions

rather than assuming that you are excluded.

What Should Students Do on 30 September?

On the first class day:

Before 10 AM

Open the relevant SOL timetable and confirm the class details.

Around the scheduled time

Open the joining link provided by SOL.

During the class

Keep your notebook ready and note important instructions.

After the class

Save any material or information shared by the teacher.

This simple routine can prevent most first-day confusion.

Common Problems Students May Face

“I didn’t get the message”

Check the official timetable anyway.

“The link isn’t visible”

Check again closer to the class time and look for an updated schedule.

“My friend has a different class”

That may happen because your paper is different.

“My main subject isn’t listed”

This particular notice concerns AEC, SEC and VAC rather than all core subjects.

“I am in Semester 7”

The current notice does not mention Semester 7.

“The class isn’t opening”

Check the date, time, link and browser first, then check for a revised official notice.

DU SOL Online Classes 2026: Quick Checklist

Before the first class, confirm:

• I am in Semester 1, 3 or 5
• I know my AEC paper
• I know my SEC paper
• I know my VAC paper
• I checked the official SOL timetable
• I know the Wednesday schedule
• I know the applicable joining link
• My internet is working
• My device is ready
• I have a notebook for class instructions

Frequently Asked Questions

When do DU SOL online classes start in 2026?

The official notice says online AEC, SEC and VAC Academic Counselling/PCP classes begin on Wednesday, 30 September 2026.

What time are the DU SOL online classes?

The official notice says the classes will be conducted every Wednesday from 10:00 AM onwards.

Which semesters are included?

The current official notice covers UG Semesters I, III and V.

Is Semester 7 included?

Not in the current 25 September 2026 notice. Semester 7 is not mentioned, so students should wait for a separate official instruction if applicable.

Which subjects have these online classes?

The notice specifically covers AEC, SEC and VAC.

Are the main subjects also taught online?

This particular notice does not announce online classes for all main/discipline subjects. It specifically concerns AEC, SEC and VAC.

Do I need an SMS to join?

The official notice does not state that an SMS is a mandatory requirement. Check the official timetable and joining instructions instead.

Is attendance compulsory?

The current notice announces the classes but does not state in the notice that attendance is compulsory.

Will classes be held every Wednesday?

Yes. The official notice says the online sessions will be conducted every Wednesday from 10 AM onwards.

Where should I check the timetable?

Use the official SOL Program Timetable page, which is updated with current PCP schedules.

Is Microsoft Teams officially confirmed?

The video mentions Microsoft Teams, but the official notice itself only says that students can join through the SOL website. Follow the actual joining link provided by SOL.

Final Takeaway

The latest DU SOL online classes update for 2026 is now officially confirmed for AEC, SEC and VAC academic counselling/PCP sessions for undergraduate students of Semester 1, Semester 3 and Semester 5.

The classes begin on:

30 September 2026

and are scheduled:

Every Wednesday from 10:00 AM onwards.

The most important clarification is that these are not online classes for every subject. The current notice specifically covers AEC, SEC and VAC.

There is also a difference between what the video claims and what the official notice currently confirms: the video title mentions Semester 7, but the official notification dated 25 September 2026 lists only Semesters I, III and V.

So, before joining any class, check your:

Semester → Subject → Official Timetable → Joining Link → Class Time

SOL’s official timetable page should remain your main reference because the University continues to publish and update academic schedules during the 2026–27 session.

DU SOL Official Program Timetable

DU SOL Official Notices