Graduation

Graduation marks the end of your student journey at University of Southampton Delhi. So take some time to celebrate your hard work and all your achievements.

Graduation

Graduation is the proud culmination of your journey as a University of Southampton student a moment to celebrate your achievements, memories, and everything you've accomplished.

This page contains everything you need to prepare for your Graduation, including key deadlines, the steps to complete before the ceremony, and what to expect on the day. You'll also discover how to stay connected by becoming part of the University of Southampton's global alumni community.

Graduation Ceremony

The Graduation Ceremony will take place on Monday, 07 December 2026, at the India Habitat Centre, New Delhi.

A detailed schedule and event agenda, including reporting time, registration, gown collection, photography, guest seating and ceremony timings, will be shared with eligible graduating students by email.

We look forward to celebrating this milestone with you and your loved ones.

India Habitat Centre

India Habitat Centre, Lodhi Road Near Airforce Bal Bharati School, Lodhi Rd, Lodhi Estate, New Delhi, Delhi 110003, India

Check your personal details

Before Graduation, please ensure that all the details on your student record are accurate and up to date. You can review your student record through Banner Self-Service using SUSSED.

If you need to make any changes, please follow the instructions outlined in the University Knowledge Base. Further guidance on updating your details will be shared with students by email.

Register for graduation

All students must complete the Graduation registration process, whether they intend to attend the ceremony, graduate in absentia or defer their attendance until the next Winter Graduation in 2027.

Graduation registration information and the registration link were shared directly with students by email on 22 October 2026. The registration deadline is Friday, 6 November 2026.

Please refer to the email sent to your University or Alumni email account for the registration instructions and ensure that you complete the process by the deadline.

Eligibility to attend

Registering for Graduation does not guarantee your place at the ceremony. Eligibility to attend is subject to the following conditions:

The University must be in full receipt of your tuition fees, which are due by Friday, 6 November 2026.
You must successfully complete your programme of study and receive formal confirmation of your degree award, scheduled for Monday, 23 November 2026.

We strongly recommend that you do not make travel or accommodation bookings until your degree award has been confirmed. Completing the registration process should not be taken as confirmation of your eligibility to attend.

Book your academic gown

To participate in the Graduation Ceremony, you must wear the official University of Southampton academic dress supplied by Tempest, the University's appointed gown supplier.

Students who complete their Graduation registration will receive a separate email within one week with information about academic gown booking, collection arrangements and relevant deadlines. Please follow the instructions provided to ensure that your gown is arranged in advance of the ceremony.

Guest tickets

All eligible graduands may book two complimentary guest tickets for their family members or guests. Details of how to book these tickets will be shared directly with students by email following Graduation registration.

Additional guest tickets may become available to purchase at a later date, subject to availability. Further information will be communicated by email and updated on this webpage if additional tickets are offered. Please note that additional tickets are not guaranteed.

We recommend that you consider any accessibility requirements for your guests in advance and follow the guidance provided by the Graduation Team.

If you cannot attend the Graduation Ceremony

If you are unable to attend the ceremony in person, you may choose to defer your attendance until the next Winter Graduation in 2027 or graduate in absentia.

Defer your attendance to Winter Graduation 2027

If you wish to attend a future ceremony, you may select the deferral option through the Graduation registration process.

If you initially register to attend the 2026 ceremony but subsequently decide to defer, you must update your selection accordingly.

Important: If you do not update your selection, your status will default to Graduated in Absentia following the ceremony. In this case, you will not have the opportunity to attend a future Graduation ceremony.

Graduate in absentia

If you are unable to attend Graduation and do not wish to defer your attendance, you may choose to graduate in absentia. This means that your degree will be formally awarded without you being physically present at a Graduation Ceremony.

If you choose to graduate in absentia, you will not have the opportunity to attend a future Graduation ceremony. Please ensure that your personal details and postal address are accurate so that arrangements can be made for delivery of your degree certificate following the ceremony.

Further support and information

For further information about Graduation, please contact the Graduation Team at UoSD.graduationcomms@soton.ac.uk.

We look forward to celebrating this important milestone with you and your loved ones.

What to expect on Graduation Day

The University of Southampton Winter Graduation Ceremony will take place on Monday, 7 December 2026, at the India Habitat Centre, New Delhi.

Please plan your day carefully and familiarise yourself with the timings below. All timings must be adhered to strictly to ensure the smooth running of the ceremony. Graduands and guests are expected to arrive on time and follow the instructions provided by the event team.

Time	Activity
9:30 am – 11:00 am	Academic gown collection and individual photography
11:15 AM	Doors open for graduands and guests to take their seats
11:45 AM	All graduands and guests must be seated
12:00 noon	Graduation Ceremony begins
Approximately 1:15 pm	Ceremony concludes
1:15 pm – 3:00 pm	Further photography and informal lunch
By 3:00 pm	Deadline for returning academic gowns

Time: 9:30 am – 11:00 am

Activity: Academic gown collection and individual photography

Time: 11:15 AM

Activity: Doors open for graduands and guests to take their seats

Time: 11:45 AM

Activity: All graduands and guests must be seated

Time: 12:00 noon

Activity: Graduation Ceremony begins

Time: Approximately 1:15 pm

Activity: Ceremony concludes

Time: 1:15 pm – 3:00 pm

Activity: Further photography and informal lunch

Time: By 3:00 pm

Activity: Deadline for returning academic gowns

Watch the livestream and ceremony recordings

Details about livestreaming and access to ceremony recordings will be confirmed and shared closer to Graduation. Further information, including any livestream links and details of where recordings will be available, will be provided in due course.

Tickets

Closer to the ceremonies, you will receive your e-ticket by email. Please keep an eye on your registered email address and ensure you have access to your ticket on the day.

Once general registration has closed, we will review ticket availability. If additional guest tickets are available, you will be contacted with further information on how and when these can be purchased.

Permitted and prohibited items

Please bring with you:-

Valid photo ID, such as a passport or driving licence. This may be required on arrival to confirm your identity.
Drinking water, as your Graduation Ceremony may last up to two hours.

You must not bring:-

Alcohol
Large bags, including suitcases, rucksacks and large backpacks

For your security

Only one small bag per person is permitted. Bags must be no larger than A4 size, and all bags will be subject to security checks on arrival. Large bags, including rucksacks and suitcases, are not permitted. There are no facilities at the venue to store luggage, so please make alternative arrangements where necessary.

Graduation Ceremonial Programme

Further details about the Graduation Ceremonial Programme, including the schedule and how it will be shared with graduates, will be provided closer to the ceremony.

Getting to the venue

The Graduation Ceremony venue is India Habitat Centre, Lodhi Road, New Delhi.

The India Habitat Centre is centrally located and is well connected by Metro, road and public transport.

By Metro: The nearest Metro stations are Jor Bagh and JLN Stadium. From either station, the venue can be reached by a short autorickshaw or taxi journey.
By car or taxi: Further information about venue entry, drop-off points and parking arrangements will be shared closer to Graduation.

India Habitat Centre

India Habitat Centre, Lodhi Road Near Airforce Bal Bharati School, Lodhi Rd, Lodhi Estate, New Delhi, Delhi 110003, India

Graduation Reception

Following the ceremony, graduates and their guests will have the opportunity to come together and celebrate this special milestone.

It will be a chance to celebrate with fellow graduates, academics, family and friends, reflect on your time at the University, and mark the beginning of the next chapter of your journey.

Further details about the reception, timings and arrangements will be shared closer to the Graduation Ceremony.

Photography services

Photography arrangements for the Graduation Ceremony are currently being finalised. Further information about photography, including booking arrangements and on-the-day details, will be shared closer to the ceremony.

Accessibility

If you or any of your guests have accessibility requirements, please ensure these are communicated during the registration process so that we can make the necessary arrangements.

More information about the venue, arrival arrangements, parking and accessibility will be shared ahead of the Graduation Ceremony.

Graduate employment support

Graduates may access dedicated university career services, including professional CV reviews, individual consultations with career advisers, and exclusive graduate job boards

Access graduate career services