Mumbai University Revises Winter Exam Schedule Again for 2025
Mumbai University has once again revised the schedule for its Winter 2025 examinations, this time due to the upcoming Maharashtra Zilla Parishad elections. The university released an updated timetable on Tuesday evening, marking the second postponement of these exams in recent weeks.
Reason Behind the Latest Rescheduling
The fresh changes come after the exams had already been delayed earlier due to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections. Now, with the Zilla Parishad polls approaching, the university has decided to push the examination dates further to ensure smooth conduct of both the elections and the academic assessments.
Official Circular Issued on January 20
In an official circular released on January 20, the university communicated the revised schedule to all department heads, directors of the Thane and Kalyan sub-centres, the Director of the Centre for Distance and Online Education (CDOE), and principals of all affiliated colleges. The circular clearly states that the Winter 2025 examinations, which were earlier postponed due to municipal corporation elections, have now been rescheduled again in light of the Zilla Parishad elections.
New Dates for Mid-January Examinations
According to the revised timetable, examinations that were originally scheduled for mid-January will now take place on new dates in February. The university has confirmed that while the dates have changed, the timing of the exams will remain unchanged.
Here is a breakdown of the revised schedule:
- Original date: 14 January 2026 → After BMC elections: 4 February 2026 → New date: 17 February 2026
- Original date: 15 January 2026 → After BMC elections: 5 February 2026 → New date: 18 February 2026
- Original date: 16 January 2026 → After BMC elections: 6 February 2026 → New date: 20 February 2026
Additionally, the university has announced that examinations scheduled for 7 February 2026 have also been postponed due to the Zilla Parishad elections. These exams will now be conducted on 21 February 2026.
Instructions for Quick Dissemination
Mumbai University has directed all departments, college principals, and concerned authorities to promptly inform students and staff about the revised examination dates. The university emphasised that timely communication is essential to avoid any inconvenience and to allow students to prepare accordingly for their upcoming papers.
Students are advised to stay in touch with their respective colleges and check official university notices regularly for any further updates. With the schedule now finalised, candidates can plan their preparation with clarity and confidence.
