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Q:   Is Jawaharlal Nehru University government or private?
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Jawaharlal Nehru University is a goverment funded central university which was established in 1969. The university has been given the status of 'University of Excellence' by the UGC and accredited by NAAC A+ Grade. JNU has also become India's first-ever University to offer foreign language courses within its Integrated MA programme. The university has established MoUs with many national and international universities to collaborate on research projects, conferences, and publications.

Q:   Is Jawaharlal Nehru University admissions are open?
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Jawaharlal Nehru University admissions 2026 is open. The university admission is expected to open in Jan/ Feb 2026. Studnets can apply directly through the online application. JNU New Delhi application is based through the online application.

Q:   Is it tough to get admission to the JNU MCA programme?
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JNU MCA admission is based on a valid Central University Entrance Test (Postgraduate) CUET-PG score. CUET PG is an all-India-level entrance exam conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). According to test-takers, the General Test was easy and the Domain Knowledge section was moderate to tough. Although the questions were on the expected lines and within the CUET PG syllabus but according to some students, a few questions were out of the syllabus and tricky. So, the JNU MCA entrance is not very tough but can be tricky. 

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JNU Courses and Fees 2026

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CoursesTuition FeesEligibility
M.A.(33 courses)
Graduation : 45-55 %
Exams : CUET-PG
M.Sc.(11 courses)
10+2 : 45 %
Graduation : 55-75 %
Exams : CUET-PGCUET
B.Sc.(6 courses)
864 - 3.1 LGet Fee Details
10+2 : 45 %
Exams : CUETNCHMCT JEE+1 More
B.E. / B.Tech(5 courses)
99.8 K - 5 LGet Fee Details
10+2 : 70-75 %
Exams : JEE Main
B.A. (Hons)(9 courses)
10+2 : 45 %
Exams : CUET
MCA(1 course)
Graduation : 55 %
Exams : CUET-PG
B.A.(2 courses)
10+2 : 45 %
Exams : CUETNDA
M.E./M.Tech(7 courses)
480 - 50 KGet Fee Details
Graduation : 55 %
Exams : CUET-PGGATE
MBA/PGDM(1 course)
Graduation : 50 %
Exams : CAT
Certificate(14 courses)
10+2 : 45 %
Exams : CUET
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Q:   Is there any entrance exam for MA admission at JNU?
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Yes, candidates seeking admission to the JNU MA course must appear for the CUET-PG entrance exam, conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). The students are admitted on merit based on their performance in the entrance test and the deprivation points are added to their score in accordance with the approved admission Policy and Procedures of the University. The CUET PG 2023 exam will be held for postgraduate course admissions to over 50 Central and participating Universities.

Q:   What is the fee for M.Tech at JNU?
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JNUM.Techfee include multiple fee components, including tuition fee, enrolment fee, hostel fee (if applicable), security deposit, etc. Find below some of the fee components and the amount:

Fee Components

Amount (for 2 years)

Tuition fees

INR 480

Hostel fees

INR 1,065

One-time payment

INR 50

NOTE: The above-mentioned fee is taken from external sources. Hence, the actual amount may vary.

Q:   Can I get BA (Hons) with 70 percentile in CUET?
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Yes, getting admission into JNU with 70 score is possible. The cutoff was released for different categories of the All India quota. Among the General AI category candidates, the round 1 cutoff ranged from 33.8 to 74.4. Among the OBC AI category candidates, the range of cutoff was between 29.16 and 69.64. With this cutoff range, it is definitely possible to get admission to the college.  

Q:   What is the UG fee of JNU University?
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Jawaharlal Nehru University offers UG course in BTech, BSc, BA, and others. The fee structure of the programme ranges betwen INR 648- INR 5 lakh. The fee structure includes multiple components such as tuition fee, security fee, caution fee, application fee, and others. 

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4.3/5
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Placement Review IconPlacements3.6
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Every year, our college organises a job fair for students, where all top companies like HCL, Wipro, Convergys, British Telecom offers placements to freshers with nice salary package.
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None of the students got placed in our course, but many students got an internship from our course.
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B.A. (Hons.) in Korean - Batch of 2026
4.4
4Placements4Infrastructure5Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money
B.A. in Korean Studies at JNU.
Placements: Basically, if you are very good at the Korean language, you can get a decent job in the private sector. There is no placement cell right now, but it will be there in the upcoming few years. You need to make connections on LinkedIn and get placement on your own. Our alumni help a lot in securing a good position.
Infrastructure: The course is excellent. Books are updated, and they are designed to current market trends. Our professors update our course every semester with market trends. The hostel is decent; with the hostel fees, it is excellent. There are some old hostels that have some issues, but they are under renovation.
Faculty: Teachers are exceptional. They are very friendly and helpful. They all have experience in Korea, so they are almost equivalent to native speakers. The curriculum is good. You will have ample time for your self-studies. Regarding exams, we have 2 sessionals in which you have to pass at least 1 and then the end semester.
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B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering - Batch of 2029
4.6
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Very good placement for the current year (2025–2026). Cultural events happen almost every week.
Placements: In the 2025–2026 placement session, a very good number of students got placed in highly reputed companies. Most of my seniors got packages above 12–13 LPA, and some got placed off campus with the highest package of 40 LPA+. Top roles like software developer, etc., are offered during on-campus placements.
Infrastructure: Infrastructure for my course is decent. A new building for engineering students is getting ready along with a hostel for more than 2500+ students. Labs are really good, classrooms are fully ventilated and fully AC. There are 21 hostels with very good quality rooms and very tasty food at a very affordable price.
Faculty: Teachers in my course are really helpful and highly qualified. I would say the teaching quality is excellent. The course curriculum is strictly followed by teachers as well as by students. Coming to semester exams, I would say exams are pretty difficult, not too much, but you have to study daily to get good grades. There are 4 exams in one semester (2 quizzes, mid-semester, and end-semester).
Other: The crowd of JNU is very mature and good. Campus life is excellent. Sports facilities are also excellent since this is the best university in India.
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B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering - Batch of 2029
3.6
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Decent enough college (according to the fee and all).
Placements: Decent enough placement if you take the fact into consideration that it is recently established, and also the fact that the faculty are not up to that mark. The highest on-campus package is around 18 LPA, and off-campus is 36+LPA. The median package of 2024 was 8 LPA, so yeah, it offers a decent package for what its fee is.
Infrastructure: The hostel could be way better, especially for B.Tech students, as we are the highest fee paying students in JNU. The hostel (Damodar) is roughly 2.54 km away from ELC, where our classes are conducted, and other labs like the computer lab are still 1.54 km away, so that is also an issue, as we don't have any buses from Damodar.
Faculty: Faculty are like children, they will teach you everything if they like, or they will leave everything if they are not willing to. Some are like they are said to teach on gunpoint, and some are like they just read the topic yesterday and are teaching us today.
Other: A lot of other courses students, diversity in its speak.
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B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering - Batch of 2027
4.4
4Placements4Infrastructure4Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money
A college that is full of natural and intellectual beauty.
Placements: The placement percentage is around 40%. Packages aren't yet disclosed, but the maximum is 39 LPA. Top recruiting companies include S&P Global, Linkiss, Antino Labs, Barclays, IBM, and various other startups. Roles offered are SCRUM master, data analysis, application developer, devOps and many more.
Infrastructure: 24/7 Wi-Fi, a hostel with good food, and a living facility at a very affordable price. A 24/7 open central library with a very versatile and large collection of books and journals, newspapers, articles, and many more things. A different cyber library for students who are pursuing CS Engineering.
Faculty: All the facilities are knowledgeable and well-qualified. Teaching standards are also very good. Standard books are followed as part of the curriculum. We are encouraged to work in teams on real-world projects. So it is making us industry-ready. Exams are, as usual, in engineering colleges, I will regard them as average, neither very tough nor easy. The pass percentage is also good.
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B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering - Batch of 2029
3.8
3Placements3Infrastructure4Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money
Our college is overall nice, and it's improving every year.
Placements: In my university, the School of Engineering is new, and it was started in 2018, the first batch graduated in 2022. So placement is average, but it's improving every year. Companies like IBM, S&P Global, Amdocs, Emphasis, Antino, etc., have come, and students were placed.
Infrastructure: Our building for the School of Engineering is under construction, and it may take up to 2 years to finish. Our current classes are going on in ELC (Engineering lecture complex), which is good with good benches, a projector, and good Wi-Fi, but still not the best. At present damodar hostel is allotted to engineering students, but students can also take other hostel also in the university. Hostels are overall average because they are old. The best hostel at present is Barak. The quality of food provided in the hostel is decent.
Faculty: Teachers are nice, and they are well-qualified. Some of them are also very chill and not the typical university professor. Our curriculum is similar to that of IIT Delhi, and it includes everything that the present industry requires. Semester exams are not very difficult, but they are also not very easy, and there is relatively marking in exams.
Other: The campus crowd in JNU is nice, and events and festivals are also good. The university also provides education fees for students on the basis of their parents' annual income.
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B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering - Batch of 2027
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2Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life3Value for Money
Good faculty members, not good placements.
Placements: Placements are quite low, considering we would be the 5th batch for a university that has a great name. Right now, for the 2027 batch, there are no companies that have come for an internship. So choose wisely, as placement reports aren't published.
Infrastructure: Wi-Fi is decent, and the hostel is something you would love for its affordability. The classroom is decent, library is filled with good books. Mess is okay-ish, and canteens are affordable. The medical facility is also decent. Sports are okay-ish (I am not a sports person, so not an actual complaint). The gym totally needs to be improved.
Faculty: You'll have top-notch faculty, no doubt about that. You will have faculty who genuinely want to teach. You'll have teachers who have taught in foreign universities and are holding Ph.Ds from IITs. So that's quite good. The curriculum is updated so that it won't be an issue. I don't have an idea about ECE labs, though.
Other: I chose this course because of the JNU tag, and I wasn't getting Comp Sc anywhere. There are no fests (like grand ones), it's like school programs where you sit in an auditorium to watch people getting awards for their accomplishments, and a few people performing a dance. You would beat the heart of Delhi, so surrounding is great.
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JNU Placements 2025

CourseMedian Salary
M.A.
9.5 LPA
M.Sc.
9.5 - 10 LPA
B.Sc.
10 LPA
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Internships and industry projects

Students can work with faculty on research projects

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Internships and industry projects

Offered every semester

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Employment opportunities

Higher in core jobs

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Higher studies preferences

Both inside India & outside India

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Placement support

Students are expected to reach out to companies themselves

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Placement support

Organized & proactive placement process

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Alumni network

Strong alumni network that help with placement opportunities

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Entrepreneurship cell

Very Active and resourceful, college is also involved

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Love being in college

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Q:   What is the median package received during JNU placements?
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Candidates can check the table below to know course-wise median package offered to UG 3-year, UG 4-year and PG 2-year:

Course  

Median Package (2022)

Median Package (2023)

Median Package (2024)

UG 3-year

INR 6 LPA

INR 8 LPA

INR 6.5 LPA

UG 4-year

0

INR 10 LPA

INR 6.5 LPA

PG 2-year

INR 7.95 LPA

INR 9.5 LPA

INR 9.5 LPA

Q:   What is the average placement package offered during JNU placements?
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The average package received by School of Engineering students during the placement drive 2023 stood at INR 11 LPA.

Q:   What is the highest package offered during JNU placements?
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The overall the highest package offered during JNU placements is not released. However, the highest package offered during JNU BTech placements 2023 is presented below:

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BTech Placement Statistics (2023)

Highest package (Overall)

INR 33 LPA

Highest package (On-campus)

INR 16 LPA

Q:   How are the placements at JNU?
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The key highlights of JNU placements for UG and PG programs in 2024 are presented below:

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UG 3-year Placement Statistics (2024)

UG 4-year Placement Statistics (2024)

PG 2-year Placement Statistics (2024)

Median package

INR 6.5 LPA

INR 6.5 LPA

INR 9.5 LPA

Total students

357

78

1432

Students placed

30

17

188

Students selected for higher studies

327

61

1244

JNU Cutoff 2025

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JEE Main Round 9 Closing Rank (General-All India)
Course202320242025
B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering338243350937965
B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering457304759155021
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Q:   Is 30000 a good rank for JNU?
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To get admission to JNU for BTech specialisations, candidate must have a valid rank in JEE Main. The cutoff was released for B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering and B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering, for which the last round closing ranks were 33509 and 47591, respectively.

Therefore, 30000 in JEE Main is a good rank to get admission at JNU. 

Q:   What is DASA UG cutoff for JNU?
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Apart from JEE Main, JNU accepts DASA UG cutoff for BTech admissions. Tabulated below are the previous year closing ranks for JNU cutoff for DASA UG: 

Course202020212022
B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering790713113
B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering794– / –– / –

 

Q:   What is the cutoff for BTech at Jawaharlal Nehru University for other than General categories?
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JNU BTech in Computer Science and Engineering cutoff ranks 2022 for other than General category were - 46386 for OBC, 150282 for SC, 227648 for ST, 39530 for EWS, 561 for PWD. While the admissions are based on the scores/rank obtained in JEE exam, the last cut offs also change a lot depending on All India quota or Home State. The cutoff also varies if the applicant is a female.

Q:   What is the cut-off for JNU BTech Computer Science?
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Jawaharlal Nehru University offers BTech through School of Engineering in a full-time mode covering two specialisations, including  Computer Science and Engineering and Electronics and Communication Engineering. JNU admission to BTech is based on JEE Main scores, follwed by the counselling process. JNU cutoff 2024 has been released for admission to the BTech courses. Based on the Round 1 JEE Main cutoff 2024, the closing rank for CSE was 22669 for the General category students under the AII India Quota. 

Candidates can refer to the table below to check out the category-wise JNU cutoff 2024 for BTech in CSE course. 

CategoriesRound 1 CSE Cutoff 2024
General22669
OBC10003
SC4379
ST2165
EWS4260
PWD75

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JNU Admission Process and Important Dates 2026

M.A. Admissions 2026

33 Courses2 years
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  • Undergraduate Degree with 45% aggregate
  • Accepting Exams: CUET-PG
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6 Mar '26 - 27 Mar '26
CUET PG 2026 Exam DatesOngoing
Apr '26
CUET PG 2026 ResultTentative
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Q:   What is the last date for JNU admission?
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Jawaharlal Nehru University accepts CUET-UG and CUET-PG entrance test scores for admission to several undergraduate, postgraduate, certificate and PG Diploma courses. The University also accepts a few national-level entrance exam scores for admission to courses such as BTech, MBA, etc. For admission to BA (Hons.) in Foreign Languages, BSc-MSc Integrated programme in Ayurveda Biology and Certificate of Proficiency courses, JNU accepts CUET-UG scores. 

  • The registration window for CUET UG for Jawaharlal Nehru University admission UG courses usually open by February. Further, the CUET UG is held between May and June.
Q:   How can I get admission to JNU for MPH?
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Candidates with an MBBS degree or an MSc in Nursing or equivalent (with a minimum of 55% aggregate or equivalent grades) and one-year experience in community health are eligible for this course. Admission is based on a CUET-PG followed by an interview. Candidates seeking admission need to apply for CUET-PG (cuet.nta.nic.in). Read more on CUET-PG Application Process. The candidates shortlisted further need to take part in the interview or viva round. Based on overall performance in the selection rounds, the seat allotment procedure is carried out.

Q:   What is the eligibility criteria for Jawaharlal Nehru University admission?
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Jawaharlal Nehru University eleigibility criteria varies as per each programme. Students must qualify Class 10+2 from the recognised board with 45% marks for general category for UG programmes. For PG programmes students must qualify Bachelors degree with 45%- 50% marks from the recognised university. While some of the programmes accepts national entrance exams for admission. 

Q:   How exactly does the BTech admission process at JNU work for aspiring engineers?
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JNU BTech admission is purely merit based and requires you to crack the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main. After you receive your JEE Main rank, you would need to participate in the JoSAA (Joint Seat Allocation Authority) counselling. During this time, JNU will release specific cutoff ranks for each engineering branch. If you get the desired rank, you will be offered a seat. It is a highly competitive process.

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JNU Application Process 2026

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Q:   Can I get admission to JNU without CUET?
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No, candidates can get admission to JNU without CUET if applying for UG and PG courses. To get admission at Jawaharlal Nehru University, candidates must appear for th CUET exam. JNU admission to most of the UG, PG and Diploma courses are based on candidates' performance in the CUET-UG & CUET-PG scores. For JNU MBA admission 2025, CUET-PG is not valid and is dependent on CAT scores.  Also, PhD admissions do not require CUET. 

Q:   How can I apply for MA at JNU?
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Candidates are offered admission in MA programme based on CUET-PG scores of the candidates. The students are selected based  on their performance in the entrance test. The CUET PG exam is held for postgraduate course admissions to over 50 Central and participating Universities. 

Q:   Can I get BTech admission at JNU through CUET?
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JNU Delhi does not accept the Central University Entrance Test (CUET-UG) for admission to the BTech courses. To be eligible for JNU BTech admission, candidates must have a valid JEE Main score. The final selection is based on JoSAA counselling process. The JoSAA counselling is usually held in the month of September. This year, there will be six rounds of seat allotment.  

Q:   What is CUET UG admit card 2025 release date?
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CUET UG 2025 admit card will be released four days prior to the each exam date. CUET UG 2025 exam will be scheduled between May 13 and June 03, 2025 in multiple sessions. NTA will issue the CUET UG 2025 admit card for each day separately. Registered candidates will be issued the CUET admit card 2025 as per their schedule and CUET subject chosen.

To download the CUET UG 2025 admit card, candidates must visit the official website of CUET UG 2025- cuet.nta.nic.in and enter their login details to download the hall ticket. Candidates can check the exam centre, subject and exam timings on CUET admit card 2025 UG.

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JNU vs Other Universities- Which is better?

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Q:   Which is better for MCA: JNU or DU?
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Both JNU and DU offer a two-year full-time MCA course at the postgraduate level. However, the University of Delhi is more popular for its undergraduate courses and Jawaharlal Nehru University is popular for its postgraduate courses. However, Delhi University's median package offered to the MCA students was a bit higher than JNU. Further, during JNU PG placements 2023, the median package offered was INR 9.5 LPA, whereas, the median package stood at INR 16 LPA for DU MCA students.

Q:   Is Jawaharlal Nehru University best in Delhi?
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Yes, Jawaharlal Nehru University is considered best in Delhi. The university is also ranked 558 by the QS World University Rankings 2026,  130 by the Asian University Rankings - Southern Asia category 2026, and 29 under QS WUR Ranking by Subject rankings QS World Rankings 2026. JNU is ranked 9th under the Overall category and 2nd under the University category by the NIRF 2025. The university is accredited by the NAAC A+ Grade and recognised by the UGC. 

Q:   Are the placements at JNU good compared to other Delhi-based colleges?
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Colleges like DTU and NSUT are pro at engineering placement because they are located in a corporate hub and have very old placement cells. JNU is catching up fast. While it may not yet have the sheer volume of companies that visit an IIT, it attracts major recruiters who value the analytical depth of JNU students. The smaller batch sizes at JNU can actually be an advantage, as there is less internal competition for the high-paying roles that come to campus. Plus, the low fees mean you get an incredible "Return on Investment" compared to private colleges.

Q:   Is the BTech degree from JNU valued as much as one from an NIT?
A: 

While NITs have decades of "engineering-specific" reputation, the JNU brand is globally iconic. In terms of technical infrastructure, JNU's School of Engineering is newer, so it's still building its placement legacy compared to older NITs. However, because JNU is a top-ranked research institution (#2 in India), the quality of faculty and the focus on innovation are very high. If you plan to pursue an MS or MBA later, the JNU name on your resume carries significant weight both in India and abroad, often on par with top-tier institutes.

JNU Scholarships 2026

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Q:   Which all scholarships are offered by JNU?
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JNU offers scholarships in the form of financial assistance to all the meritorious and deserving candidates. Some of the scholarships offered at JNU are as follows:

JNU Scholarships
Merit-cum-means ScholarshipFord Foundation ScholarshipFour G Parthasarathi Endowment Fellowship
Dr Sheila Zurbrigg FellowshipTendulkar ScholarshipProf. Nurul Hasan Scholarship
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JNU Rankings 2026

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Q:   What is the NIRF ranking of Jawaharlal Nehru University?
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Jawaharlal Nehru University has been ranked 9th under the Overall category and 2nd under the University category by NIRF 2025. The university has been ranked under various categories. Below mentioned are the JNU rankings: 

JNU National Ranking
Ranking BodyCategoryRank

NIRF 2025

Universities

2

NIRF 2025

Overall

9

NIRF 2025

Research Institutions

21

Q:   Can I get admission in JNU for BTech Electronics & Communication, with rank between 45000 and 50000?
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Last year, the closing rank for BTech in Electronics and Communication Engineering was 48464, which is very close to this range. Thus, you have a good chance of getting selected. This was for the General category under the All India quota. Unless the candidate belongs to some other category or domicile, one cannot afford to score less than this. With this rank, there is a probability of getting admission however since, the cut-offs keep changing year on year, it is advisable to try to score better ranks to increase your chances of getting admission to Jawaharlal Nehru University.

Q:   What are JNUs international rankings and reputation?
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JNU is among the most reputed Indian universities, recognised internationally. According to the QS World University Rankings 2026, it ranks #558 globally and #130 in Southern Asia. JNU ranks #29 ranking in the 2026 QS World Subject Rankings for its high academic standing in specific fields. 

Q:   Does JNU has a good ranking for its MBA course?
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JNU has a good ranking under the "University" category - 2nd position in NIRF rankings 2025. However, the university has not received a lot of ranking under "Management" category. QS World University Rankings 2026 have been released. According to the same, IIT Kharagpur ranks at #558 under the category "World Universities". 

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Q:   How is the infrastructure at Jawaharlal Nehru University?
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Jawaharlal Nehru University has state-of-the-art infrastructure which includes all the necessary amenities. The university includes classrooms, library, medical facility, labs, seminar halls, modern amenities, convocation centre, hostel, mess and others. 

Q:   How are students allotted hostel in JNU?
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JNU has 18 hostels for boys and girls and one complex accommodating married students. The university gives first priority to students admitted in a full-time programmes and have passed their qualifying exam from places outside Delhi. The student must not be a resident of Delhi except those who are admitted to a level at which the student already has a degree or has pursued studies in JNU.

Students who have passed their qualifying examinations from Delhi but have stayed in recognised University/College hostels and are not resident of Delhi are also provided hostel. 

Students who have passed their qualifying examinations from Delhi institutions by making their private arrangements for accommodation but at the same time do not have their family residence in Delhi can also opt for hostel.

Q:   Which all facilities are available for students at JNU?
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JNU provides state-of-the-art infrastructure to its students. Starting from the library to the e-learning rooms, JNU comprises all the basic as well as modern amenities. JNU, which is spread out over 1,019 acres of land, offers students cutting-edge facilities. JNU has all the essential and contemporary amenities, from the library to the e-learning rooms. Labs, lecture rooms, a university convocation center, hostels, a mess, a cafeteria, a sports complex, a convenience store, etc. are a few of the amenities that JNU offers. More than 6.3 Lacs books, 5,000 titles, and over 1,600 CDS periodicals, and reports are available in the JNU library. The JNU library is made up of a central library where academics and staff can easily access course and reference materials with a membership card.
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Q:   Is it worth pursuing BSc at JNU?
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Jawaharlal Nehru University has been ranked second among the top universities of India in the NIRF ranking 2023. Thus, it is a good university for BSc course aspirants. As per the NIRF report 2023, the median package offered during JNU placements 2022 to UG (3-year) students was INR 6 LPA. Many of the top companies also participate in its placements drive such as Adobe, Amazon, Accenture, TCS, HP, IBM, Google, etc. For the JNU placements update, Click Here.

Q:   What is JNU famous for?
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Jawaharlal Nehru University is very widely known for its path-breaking research in the field of Sciences and encourages students towards transformation and innovation in various sectors corresponding to different schools such as the School of Physical Sciences (SPS), the School of Life Sciences (SLS) and the Special Centre for Microbiology among others. JNU is renowned for producing members of various committees of National and International organisations.

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Q:   What is the cut off for JNU 2025?
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JNU cutoff 2025 is out for admission to MA, MSc, MTech and MCA based on CUET- PG. For the General AI category, in the first round, the cutoff ranged from 27.33 and 99.33. MA in Hindi was the toughest for this category, followed by MA in Hindi Translation and MA in Sanskrit. Please note that this data only applies to the General AI category quota, and other categories, rounds and specialisations will reflect different cutoffs. Below is the JNU CUET-PG cutoff 2025 for Round 1 for the General AI quota.

CourseCUET PG Cutoff 2025 (R1 AI- Quota) 
M.Tech. in Nanoscience27.33
M.Tech. in Nanoelectronics32
M.A. in Persian32.33
M.A. in Arts and Aesthetics46.33
PG Diploma in Big Data Analytics (PGDT)48.33
M.Tech in Data Science48.67
M.A. in Russian50.33
M.Sc. in Computational and Integrative Sciences (Complex Systems)50.33
M.Tech. in Computer Science and Technology50.67
M.A. in German Translation, Translation, and Interpretation54
M.A. in Japanese54.33
M.Sc. in Chemistry58.33
M.A. in Korean59.33
M.A. in Spanish59.33
M.A. in Disaster Studies61.67
M.Sc. in Life Sciences (Research)61.67
M.A. in Economics64
M.Sc. in Environmental Sciences65
M.Sc. in Physics65.33
M.A. in Economics (World Economy)66
M.Sc. in Mathematics67
M.A. in Medieval History67.33
M.Sc. in Molecular Medicine67.67
M.Sc. in Computational and Integrative Sciences (Computational Biology)68.33
M.A. in Geography68.67
M.Sc. in Life Sciences71
M.A. in Ancient History71
M.A. in Linguistics71.33
M.A. in Development and Labour Studies73.33
M.A. in Modern History73.67
Master of Computer Applications (MCA)75.67
M.A. in Chinese75.67
Master of Public Health (MPH)75.67
M.A. in French and Francophone Studies76
M.A. in Sociology78.67
M.A. in Tamil78.67
M.A. in International Relations—West Asian Studies80.33
M.A. in International Relations and Area Studies81.67
M.A. in Political Science83
M.A. in Politics (International Relations)84
M.A. in Philosophy84.33
M.A. in Arabic85
M.A. in Urdu86.33
M.A. in English89.33
M.A. in Sanskrit91.67
M.A. in Hindi Translation93.67
M.A. in Hindi99.33
Q:   What is the fee for BTech at JNU?
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There are multiple components included in the JNU BTech course fee, which are one-time chargeable or have to be paid annually/semesterly. The total tuition fee for the UG programme ranges between INR 99,800 and INR 5 lakh. In addition, the one-time fee is INR 6,000. It must be noted that the given fee is taken from the official website/sanctioning body. It is still subject to change and hence, is indicative.

Q:   What is the scope of an MA from JNU?
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MA graduates can make a career in industries such as banking, hospitality, railways, or public sector companies depending upon the chosen specialisation. The average salary given to MA pass-outs ranges from INR 3 to INR 6 LPA. You can work as teachers, journalists, project leaders, artists, politicians, research associates, administrative officers, content writers, etc. 

Q:   How are the placements for MTech in JNU?
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JNU has not released its 2023 placements report as of now. However, considering the NIRF report 2023, PG 2-year candidates received placement offers in the JNU 2022 placements. As per the overall report, the median package offered to the selected candidates stood at INR 7.95 LPA. A marginal decline of nearly 1% can be seen in the PG 2-year median package offered in 2022 as compared with 2021. Moreover, many top companies recruit JNU graduates every year. Some of the top recruiters in the JNU placements drive in the recent past have been companies like Adobe, TCS, Accenture, IBM, Google, and Amazon.

Q:   What is JNU JEE Main cutoff 2025?
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Considering the JNU JEE Main cutoff 2025 for the Round 4 seat allotment, for the candidates belonging to the General AI quota, the JEE Main cutoff ranged between 29861 and 36862. Similarly, for the OBC AI quota, the JEE Main cutoff for the latest round stood between 11880 and 14471. The cutoffs are released for only two programs namely CSE and ECE. Between these two, the most competitive is BTech in CSE with lower ranks under All India quotas. Check out the viable BTech options for the General AI quota from the table below:

Course2025
B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering29861
B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering36862
Q:   What is the total fee of MCA at JNU?
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Jawaharlal Nehru University fees for the MCA course is INR 432. This fees is taken from the official website and may vary. Candidates must contact the admission office of JNU for more details on the same. 

Q:   How are the Engineering department placements at JNU?
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The key highlights of JNU School of Engineering placements 2023 are presented below:

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Placement Statistics (2023)

the highest package

INR 33 LPA

the highest package (Off-Campus)

INR 16 LPA

Average package

INR 11 LPA

Q:   What is the cutoff for admission to BA (Hons) at JNU?
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JNU BA (Hons) cutoff 2025 was between the range of 59.28 and 74.4, among the General All India category candidates. The cutoff range was between the range of 59.8 and 69.64, for various BA (Hons) specialisations. Among the SC AI category candidates, cutoff ranks varied between 52.51 and 65.58.

For more information on JNU CUET UG cut off 2025, check this page

Q:   What is the total seat intake of JNU for MPH course?
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Total seat intake is 11 for JNU MPH programme. The final seat allotment procedure is carried out in accordance with the seat intake only. It must be noted that the seat count mentioned here is as per external sources. Hence, the actual seat intake may vary. Candidates can visit the JNU official website (jnu.ac.in) or get in touch with the admission office for more details regarding the same or for seat reservation policy. 

Q:   What is the JNU CUET counselling process?
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Only the students who appeared for CUET-UG can apply for JNU UG & Certificate of To be eligible to apply for JNU UG & Certificate of Proficiency (COP) courses, students need to first appear for the CUET-UG exam and qualify on the basics of the cutoff list released, as the selection is according to the CUET score and deprivation points. More information is given below:

·       You need to first apply through the JNU official website.

·       Fill out the application and upload all the required documents. Keep your CUET scorecard handy.

·       A merit list will be released online, which you can access by entering your application no. & password.

·       If you are selected, you would need to choose your seat.

·        If you accept the admission offer, a fee is to be paid; the details for the same are below:

Type of Course

Fee

Undergraduate

INR 268

Certifiate of Proficiency

INR 219

Q:   What is the eligibility for MA at JNU?
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Candidates seeking admission to the JNU MA course must have a BCA/Bachelor Degree in Computer Science Engineering or equivalent degree with at least 55% marks. Candidates who have passed BSc/ BCom/ BA with Mathematics at Class 12 or at Graduation level with a minimum aggregate of 55%. Apart from the minimum eligibility requirement, candidates also need to appear for the Central University Entrance Test (Postgraduate) CUET-PG entrance test.

Q:   How many seats are there in JNU for MA?
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There are over 965 seats for MA courses. The seat reservation policy is carried out as per a set of rules. Reservation of seats in various programmes of study for candidates belonging to Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), Other Backward Classes (Non Creamy Layer (NCL) and Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) category is 15%, 7.5%, 27% and 10%, respectively. As per the provisions of Rights of Persons with Disabilities (PWD) Act, 2016, not less than 5% seats are reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities.

Q:   When will be CUET UG exam conducted?
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CUET UG 2026 exam will be conducted in May/June for 37 subjects. The mode of examination is CBT (Computer Based Test). NTA did not release official notification for CUET UG date sheet. Candidates can know exam details through CUET UG information bulletin. NTA will conduct CUET UG 2026 exam in multiple phases depending upon the number of candidates registering for the exam. Registered candidates can know the exact CUET UG exam on hall ticket. Candidates will have to report at the alloted exam centre on the day of the examination. The exam will be held in two slots each day depending upon the subject combinations chosen by the candidate.

Q:   Does JNU accept CAT score?
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Yes, JNU accepts CAT scores for admission in the MBA course. Candidates must appear for this exam and achieve a valid aggregate in the same. They must also appear for a PI round. Based on these, the merit list is released and selected candidates must appear for verification and pay the tuition fees for admission confirmation. 

Q:   Is MBA available at JNU?
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Yes, JNU offers a two-year full-time MBA course at the postgraduate level via the Atal Bihari Vajpayee School of Management and Entrepreneurship. JNU MBA admission is completely entrance-based and depends on candidates' performance in the CAT entrance exam, conducted by IIMs. score are eligible to apply for JNU MBA course. 

Q:   Is there MCA course at JNU?
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Yes, Jawaharlal Nehru University offers a two-year full-time MCA course at the postgraduate level. JNU MCA admission is completely entrance-based and depends upon candidates' performance in the CUET-PG entrance exam. For JNU MCA admission, no viva voce examination is held by the university. Apart from the CUET-PG scores, candidates are also required to meet the basic eligibility criteria set by the University. 

Q:   How many students are placed during JNU placements?
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The number of students placed during JNU placement 2024 for UG and PG programs is presented below:

Particulars  

UG 3-year Placement Statistics (2024)

UG 4-year Placement Statistics (2024)

PG 2-year Placement Statistics (2024)

Total students

357

78

1432

Students placed

30

17

188

Students selected for higher studies

327

61

1244

Q:   Does JNU offer BTech CSE?
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Jawaharlal Nehru University offers a four-year full-time BTech course at the undergraduate level. Yes, JNU offers BTech in Computer Science & Engineering along with one more specialisation i.e. Electronics and Communication Engineering. JNU BTech admission is completely entrance-based and depends on candidates' performance in the JEE Main entrance exam, followed by Click Here

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No, Jawaharlal Nehru University does not offer direct admission. The university offers admission based on merit and entrance-based. The university accepts national entrance exams like CUET UG, JEE Main, NDA, CAT, CUET PG, and others. 

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Jawaharlal Nehru University is a Tier 1 university. The university has been given the status of 'University of Excellence' by the UGC. JNU University Delhi has been accredited by the NAAC A+ Grade.  It has also become India's first-ever University to offer foreign language courses within its Integra

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Yes, students can get direct admission at Jawaharlal Nehru University for BA (Hons) programme. The university offers admission based on merit. Students must qualify the Class 10+2 from the recognised board with 45% marks for general category students. 

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Jawaharlal Nehru University is popularly know for its academics since 1969. The university is well-known for its BTech and MBA programme. The courses are UGC recognised and NAAC A+ accredited. It is a goverment/ public university which offers quality education under the guidance of experts. JNU Delh

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After completing MBA degree from one of the best MBA colleges in India, JNU students are open to multiple opportunities. An MBA graduate gets jobs which include team lead and managerial responsibility of the department. Given below are some of the popular job options after MBA are: 

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