DUSU election results 2026: ABVP eyes 4-0 sweep as vote counting begins
Synopsis
Vote counting for the DUSU elections 2026 is underway, with outgoing President Aryan Maan confidently predicting a 4-0 ABVP sweep — even as NSUI pushes back. Voter turnout hit a three-year high of 40.46%, the Delhi High Court has banned victory processions, and ABVP has already swept several college-level contests before the main results arrive.
Key Takeaways
Vote counting for DUSU elections 2026 began on Saturday, 19 September under tight security.
Outgoing DUSU President Aryan Maan (ABVP) predicted a 4-0 clean sweep for ABVP across all university posts.
Voter turnout stood at 40.46% across 52 polling centres — the highest in three years , up from 39.5% last year.
Delhi High Court on 18 September barred victory processions by any student organisation or candidate after results.
ABVP has already won all key posts at Aditi Mahavidyalaya, Sri Aurobindo College, Dr B.R.
Ambedkar College, Bharati College, Shivaji College , and Ramjas College .
ABVP fielded Yash Dabas for President and Ishu Maurya for Vice-President; NSUI fielded Vijay Shankar Meena and Veer Chatrath respectively.
Vote counting for the Delhi University Students' Union (DUSU) elections 2026 commenced on Saturday, 19 September, with outgoing DUSU President Aryan Maan of the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) expressing unwavering confidence that his organisation would clinch all four key posts in a clean sweep. The counting is being held under heightened security arrangements across the university.
ABVP's Confidence and NSUI's Counter
Speaking to reporters, Aryan Maan declared, 'ABVP will win with a 4-0 clean sweep. I say with absolute confidence that we will secure a clean sweep across all posts. The prominent leaders of the NSUI, even up to their national president, will make allegations of ‘vote chori’.' He added that ABVP's victory would come by 'winning the hearts of students.'
Meanwhile, National Students' Union of India (NSUI) Vice-Presidential candidate Veer Chatrath pushed back, saying his organisation had received 'tremendous support from students' and remained 'very positive' about the outcome. ASAP Secretary candidate Pankaj Kumar also expressed optimism, crediting hard work across the Delhi University campus for his prospects.
Key Candidates and Court Order
For the presidential contest, ABVP has fielded Yash Dabas, while the NSUI has nominated Vijay Shankar Meena. For the Vice-Presidential post, ABVP's Ishu Maurya faces NSUI's Veer Chatrath.
Maan also welcomed a Delhi High Court order issued on Friday, 18 September, which barred victory processions by student organisations, candidates, or anyone else following the announcement of results. 'We welcome the decision,' he said, noting it as a step toward a peaceful conclusion to the electoral process.
Record Voter Turnout and Polling Details
Friday's polling recorded a voter turnout of 40.46% across 52 polling centres — the highest in the past three years and an uptick from 39.5% last year. Polling was conducted in two phases: the first from 8:30 am to 1 pm for morning students, and the second from 3 pm to 7:30 pm for evening students.
Notably, Delhi University comprises 91 colleges across its North and South campuses, but only 52 colleges and faculties directly participate in the DUSU electoral process. Several prominent institutions — including St Stephen's College, Lady Shri Ram College, and Jesus and Mary College — do not take part.
ABVP's College-Level Gains Before University Results
Even before the university-level results were declared, ABVP had already secured all key posts at several participating colleges. These included Aditi Mahavidyalaya, Sri Aurobindo College (Morning), Dr B.R. Ambedkar College, Bharati College, and Shivaji College.
At Ramjas College, ABVP candidates won the posts of President, Secretary, Central Councillor, and Internal Complaints Committee member, strengthening the organisation's position heading into the university-level count.
What Happens Next
Final results for all four DUSU posts are expected to be declared later on Saturday, 19 September. With security arrangements in place and the Delhi High Court's prohibition on victory processions, authorities are aiming for a peaceful conclusion. The outcome will be closely watched as a barometer of student sentiment in one of India's largest and most politically active universities.
Point of View
With ABVP and NSUI as their respective arms. ABVP's pre-result dominance at college level suggests structural campus organisation that NSUI has struggled to match in recent cycles. Yet the three-year-high turnout of 40.46% is a double-edged signal: higher participation can favour a well-organised incumbent, but it can also reflect energised opposition. The Delhi High Court's ban on victory processions is a prudent guardrail given past incidents of post-poll violence, but enforcement, as always, will be the real test.
NationPress
19 Sept 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the DUSU election and when are the 2026 results expected?
The Delhi University Students' Union (DUSU) election is an annual campus poll for four key posts — President, Vice-President, Secretary, and Joint Secretary — across 52 participating colleges and faculties. The 2026 results are expected to be declared on Saturday, 19 September, after counting began in the morning.
Who are the main candidates for DUSU President and Vice-President in 2026?
ABVP has fielded Yash Dabas for President and Ishu Maurya for Vice-President. NSUI has nominated Vijay Shankar Meena for President and Veer Chatrath for Vice-President, making the contest primarily a two-organisation battle.
What did the Delhi High Court order regarding DUSU election results?
The Delhi High Court on Friday, 18 September, barred all victory processions by student organisations, candidates, or any other persons following the announcement of DUSU election results. Outgoing DUSU President Aryan Maan said ABVP welcomed the order.
How was the voter turnout in the DUSU elections 2026?
Voter turnout in the 2026 DUSU elections was 40.46% across 52 polling centres, the highest recorded in three years. The previous year's turnout stood at 39.5%. Polling was held in two phases on Friday, 18 September, to accommodate morning and evening students.
Why do some major Delhi University colleges not participate in DUSU elections?
Several prominent institutions — including St Stephen's College, Lady Shri Ram College, and Jesus and Mary College — have historically opted out of the DUSU electoral process. Of Delhi University's 91 colleges, only 52 colleges and faculties directly participate in the DUSU elections.
