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JNU Admission Overview 2026

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Q:   Which courses of JNU are under CUET?
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Admission to Jawaharlal Nehru University BA (Hons) in Foreign Languages, BSc-MSc Integrated Programme in Ayurveda Biology and Certificate of Proficiencey (COP) courses is through CUET (UG). Only the aspirants with a valid score of CUET are eligible to take admission in these courses. Moreover, the application for the same has to be submitted by visiting the JNU admission portal. 

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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.

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Q:   What is the seat intake for JNU Advanced Diploma?
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The total number of seats available under the JNU Advanced Diploma programme is 25. Thus, only 25 students are selected for admission to this course. The selection is based on the candidate’s performance in the computer-based test. It must be noted that the seat intake mentioned here is as per past years' data. Hence, is indicative. Candidates can reach out to the JNU admission office to confirm the seat reservation policy. Furthermore, in case of revision in the seat intake count, the same shall be updated on its official website (jnu.ac.in).

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JNU Eligibility & Selection 2026

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Q:   How many seats are available for M.Tech at JNU?
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The total number of seats available forM.Techin JNU is 65. Seat allotment procedure is carried out as per the seat intake. Candidates can reach out to the admission office for details on the reservation policy. Further, M.Techspecialisations along with seat intake are mentioned in the table given below:

MTech Specialisation

Seat Intake 

Computer Science & Technology

33

Data Science

20

Nano Science

06

Nano Electronic

06

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Q:   Can I get direct admission to JNU BA (Hons) courses?
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Yes, JNU also offers lateral entry admission to the second year of the BA (Hons) programme. Candidates who are willing to seek admission need to possess the first year of a bachelor's degree from a recognised institute/ university with a minimum of 45% aggregate. Additionally, it is also necessary that the relevant documents are presented such as the bachelor’s degree first-year mark sheet along with other educational certificates.

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Q:   How can I get admission to B.Tech course at JNU?
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Jawaharlal Nehru University course admissions are entrance-based. Additionally, JNU admission to BA (Hons) in Foreign Languages,  BSc-MSc Integrated Programme in Ayurveda Biology, and Certificate of Proficiency courses is based on DASA target="_blank" rel="noopener">CUET-UG scores JNU admissions to the BTech course are based on entrance exam scores such as JEE Main,  MHT CET,  DASA UG, and others. Candidates willing to get admission through JEE Main must first register for the JEE Main exam. Then appear for the JEE Main exam. Then with valid scores apply on the official website of the university. 

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JNU Admission Process 2026

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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 in BSc?
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For JNU BSc admission, candidates need to apply online for CUET. JNU BSc admission is completely entrance-based and depends upon candidates' performance in the CUET-UG entrance exam. Additionally, before filling out the application, aspirants must check out the eligibility criteria for this UG course. Based on the entrance exam score, the seats are allotted to the selected candidates through counselling. The seat is confirmed after the document verification.

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.

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JNU MA Admission 2026

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  • Undergraduate Degree with 45% aggregate
  • Accepting Exams: CUET-PG

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DatesUpcoming Events
14 Dec '25 - 14 Jan '26
CUET PG 2026 Application ProcessOngoing
Feb '26
CUET PG 2026 Advance City Intimation SlipTentative
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CUET PG 2026 Admit CardTentative
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CUET PG 2026 Exam DateTentative
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CUET PG 2026 ResultTentative
DatesPast Events
14 Dec '25
CUET PG Exam Notification
22 Aug '25
M.A. (CUET PG based) Last and Final call- Admission process deadline
13 Aug '25 - 14 Aug '25
M.A. (CUET PG based) Physical verification of Admission/Registration for Final List of selected candidates
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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. 

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JNU NIRF Student Diversity Report

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UG 3 years2024-25
Total students1487
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95%
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UG 4 years2024-25
Total students538
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98%
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JNU Application Process 2026

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Q:   What is the JNU application fee for an MBA?
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Candidates have to pay the required application fee in order to submit their applications successfully. Application fee payment can be done through credit card/debit card/net banking. In the below table, category-wise JNU MBA application fee is mentioned for the aspirants:

CategoryApplication Fee
GeneralINR 2,000
SC/ST/PwDINR 1,000

NOTE: The application fee is non-refundable.

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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.

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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.

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JNU
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Companies such as Amazon and Concentrix are always ready to hire students from this course.
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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 Chinese - Batch of 2029
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Jawaharlal Nehru University from my view.
Placements: There is no campus placement but seniors and professors have some contacts through which you can get placed but don't completely rely on that also. There are various student exchange programs so from that you can get a chance to visit the country of your subject language and get to know the culture and people.
Infrastructure: Campus size is 1,100 acres full of forest vibes and full of animals and beautiful birds. Infrastructure is decent as it is 60 years old in a polluted city like Delhi we are literally living in a paradise. But also due to many posters of political parties sticking everywhere, it feels kind of ugly.
Faculty: It is up to the line in my batch, there are few foreign nationals from Korea and Japan, you can get an idea of quality of education. Some professors are also inclined towards a specific political ideology so if you want good grades then stay away from politics.
Other: It is the best college for foreign language enthusiasts in India.
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M.A. in Politics (International Relations) - Batch of 2025
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Highly satisfied to be part of JNU. Highly recommended.
Placements: I have been part of the JNU Placement Cell, and they have helped students secure positions at Sushma Swaraj Institute of Foreign Services, NITI Aayog, and other think tanks, with competitive salaries and prestigious roles. Not only that, but companies also visit for hiring HR and other administrative staff roles.
Infrastructure: There is a 24/7 library where you can study, along with access to round-the-clock Wi-Fi. The classrooms are world-class, providing exposure to top-notch facilities at every corner. The hostel mess offers quality food at very affordable prices, and there is a health center where you can get medical attention at no cost.
Faculty: Faculty members are very student-friendly, and students can approach them easily. The curriculum is flexible, with two exams—one mid-semester and the other at the end of the semester. Students are also required to present their papers. The teachers are highly qualified, including names like Nivedita Menon and Rajesh Rajgopalan, among others.
Other: You are regularly updated about events, festivals, and other activities.
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B.A. (Hons.) in Russian - Batch of 2028
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Great campus life with excellent learning experience.
Placements: Its a foreign language course, and one can not have many expectations regarding jobs. But one thing is for sure if one knows how to have a conversation in a language. He can become an interpreter. There are also jobs regarding translation as tour guides. Freelancing can be a good option. One can expect a maximum of 4 LPA- 5 LPA. Minimum 2 LPA-3 LPA are offered. There is no official data so I can't provide exact data.
Infrastructure: There are 18 hostels, all equipped with mess facility bills ranging Rs. 2500 to Rs. 3500. Classrooms are in good condition some have ACs most don't. There are also gyms in many hostels. There is a stadium. There is a fully equipped health center all for free. Canteens are there in every building with nominal prices.
Faculty: Professors are qualified and friendly. The teaching quality is excellent. There are 2 semesters, monsoon and winter, with 2 or 3 sessional exams and end sem. Course curriculum is up to date. There are many interactive sessions with Russian teachers and authors. Semester exams maintain a good level, pass percentage is better as the sessional passes by.
Other: This course is a good option if one is thinking of doing something different. I mean learning a language while in college will help you later get a job, which sounds good. If you get languages like Japanese, Korean, or Chinese packages are good, between 10 LPA-15 LPA. Some things can be improved like having more modern equipment for learning a language like language labs which are there in some languages not in most. All year many events happen that keep students engaged. The campus crowd is excellent everyone is interesting. Campus is in South Delhi good for connectivity. The campus is lush green with nilgais.
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Satisfied with infrastructure, facilities, and teaching approach.
Placements: Placements rate is often too low for French hons course. The French is widely spoken around the world so there are not adequate amount of opportunities. Although, there are jobs of translation and interpretation often paying around 5 LPA-6 LPA. The best is to continue in French till Ph.D. and to be a professor at some university that's the best career option for Indian students.
Infrastructure: There are three buildings only for cultural and linguistic studies. Classrooms are big enough with comfortable benches and air-conditioners, campus has 24/7 Wi-Fi facility, 24/7 library, and reading rooms. There are language labs where students can translate real-time video and listen to real-time communication. Hostels also have 24/7 Wi-Fi facility, tasty food, and good infrastructure at their price. As the fee is only Rs. 268 so for that price the hostels and their facilities are excellent. There is a separate mess bill that amounts to around Rs. 3000 per month, it justifies its cost by taste.
Faculty: All the teachers here are Ph.D. scholars, they've been to foreign universities for their linguistic studies which makes them very skilled in their professions. They are very helpful, they keep an eye on every student, record performances, and schedule classes accordingly. The course is well designed with 4 core subjects like grammar, phonetics, communication approach, and culture. Teachers give a deep understanding of these subjects that makes students work ready for their respective country. Semester exams are medium to hard level, questions are from the syllabus only and there are grades system. C- is the minimum to pass in any subject.
Other: I wanted to learn French and make a career in this only. So I joined this university, the best in India for linguistic studies. There is a good environment for learning on campus. Enthusiastic students to share knowledge and fun with. There is a political environment too in campus, the whole year is happening. There are political events or college fests like Kallol that are ultimate fun.
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I think JNU is the best university in India.
Placements: Placements in JNU are quite good as it is one of the best universities in India. The highest package for bachelor degrees last year was around 14 lakhs with the average package of 6 lakhs. We also have a placement cell on campus, Around 60% of students get internships in MNCs.
Infrastructure: The facilities are good for all students studying at JNU. We have a library, wifi on the whole campus, smart classroom. The quality of mess food is average and very affordable, with free medical facilities for all students as well as sports facilities and a stadium on campus.
Faculty: Professors at JNU are highly qualified and knowledgeable. They put a lot of effort into teaching. The curriculum is also relevant and makes the students industry-ready. Semester exams are moderately difficult and the passing percentage is around 85-90%.
Other: JNU is the best college for students who want the best education at the cheapest price. College life is amazing here the crowd is very progressive and friendly and it's a very happening place
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The old but vibrant campus of JNU may not offer placements, but the name JNU matters.
Placements: There is no any specific placement cell at Jawaharlal Nehru University. Students have to look for job opportunities on their own. If you are the top 10 students in the class, you can earn around Rs. 50,000 per month through freelancing and teaching. If you complete your Master's and Ph.D. in the same language from Jawaharlal Nehru University, you can join many universities as an assistant professor. If you clear the A2 level of Spanish and IELTS, you can go to Spain through the Language Immersion programme for 9 months and work there as a part-time English teacher.
Infrastructure: The infrastructure of JNU is great, but the vibrant campus makes up for it. Wi-Fi facility is available everywhere on the campus. Classrooms are not that great, but the fantastic professors make up for it. The library is open 24/7 with great facilities. The mess food and canteen food are both healthy, tasty, and budget-friendly. Free medical help is available at the JNU health center. A proper gym and sports ground are available.
Faculty: Teachers here are highly qualified and knowledgeable. They teach you in a manner that only if you attend classes properly, you'll score good marks. The course curriculum is relevant and makes students to be industry-ready. The semester exams are easy to pass if you attend lectures regularly. 90-95% of students pass the semester exam.
Other: I chose this course as I want to explore something new and the JNU tag obviously. The foreign exchange programme is about to start in our course, if it have been implemented earlier, it would have been a great help for students. When it comes to events, there are always some public talks going on campus. The campus crowd is amazing, and everyone is eager to help one another. There is an MCM Merit-cum-Means scholarship, under which, if your family income is less than Rs. 2,00,000 per year, you'll get Rs. 2,000 per month. But no organized events happen on the campus.
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JNU Admission 2026 FAQs

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:   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:   Is a source required to get admission at JNU?
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As per the information on web, there is no source required to get admission in Jawaharlal Nehru University. The admission process is completely transparent. Students are required to apply for the preferred course. The university considers entrance-exams such as CUET-UG, CUET-PG, JEE Main, etc. for admission to UG and PG courses. Aspirants who fulfil both eligibility and selection requirements get a seat in the university.

Q:   Do I need any documents during JNU UG and COP registration/admission through CUET?
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Yes, a set of documents (original) have to submitted at the admission counter in an envelope. The required documents as mentioned in the JNU brochure are enlisted below:

  • Provisional Certificate of the qualifying examination
  • Migration certificate
  • Character Certificate
  • Anti-ragging Affidavits
  • Discontinuation certificate

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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

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Jawaharlal Nehru University admissions 2026 will open soon. 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.

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How can I do BA in French and where do I begin?

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There is no need to worry. Many top colleges in India provide graduation degree in French Language with high placement packages and various number of career opportunities. Select your preferred college, apply for admission and begin your classes.

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How can I get admission to B.Sc Nursing at JNU?

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B.Sc. Nursing course is not available in Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU). JNU is mainly known for its undergraduate and postgraduate programs in the fields of humanities, social sciences and science.

 

 

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What is the admission process for MBBS at Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Aligarh Muslim University?

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Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College accepts National Eligibility Entrance Test (NEET UG) scores for admission to its MBBS program. The minimum eligibility criterion for applying to the MBBS programme is to have 50% marks in 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English as the core su

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How can I take admission in JNU for MBA?

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Candidates seeking admission to the JNU MBA course need to have a valid CAT score. The IIMs are not involved in the admission procedure in any way. Each of the stages in the admission process is explained below:

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