Delhi University
Official seal of Delhi University | |
Other name | DU |
|---|---|
| Motto | Niṣṭhā dhṛtiḥ satyam (Sanskrit) |
Motto in English | Dedication, Steadfastness and Truth |
| Type | Central University, Institute Of National Importance, Institute of Eminence |
| Established | 1 May 1922 |
| Founder | Maurice Gwyer |
| Accreditation | NAAC (A++) |
Academic affiliations | |
| Endowment | ₹955 crore (US$110 million) (2023-2024) |
| Chancellor | Vice President of India |
| Vice-Chancellor | Yogesh Singh |
| Visitor | President of India |
Academic staff | 1,402 |
| Undergraduates | 114,494 |
| Postgraduates | 21,628 |
| 3,502 | |
| Location | , , India 28°41′N 77°13′E / 28.69°N 77.21°E |
| Campus | Urban |
| Language | English Hindi |
| Colours | Royal Purple |
| Mascot | Elephant (Strength and wisdom) |
| Website | www |
The University of Delhi, commonly referred to as Delhi University (DU, ISO: Dillī Viśvavidyālaya) is a collegiate research central university located in Delhi, India. It was founded in 1922 by an Act of the Central Legislative Assembly. The Vice President of India serves as the university chancellor. The university is ranked 5th by National Institutional Ranking Framework 2025 In University.