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JNU BSc Eligibility & Highlights 2025

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Total Tuition Fees 864 - 3.1L
Median Package 10L
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  • 10+2 score45%
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    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:   How to apply for BSc in JNU?
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    For admission to the JNU BSc course, aspirants need to apply for CUET-UG. Interested students can apply for CUET by following the below-mentioned steps:

    1: Visit the website of NTA CUET at cuet.samarth.ac.in.

    2: Create a login ID.

    3: Login with the generated credentials and fill the details.

    4: Select the exam centre preference along with the university and course selection (select JNU).

    5: Upload the scanned photograph and signature in the given dimensions.

    6: Pay the application fee and click on ‘Submit’.

    Q:   Is it worth pursuing BSc at JNU?
    A: 

    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.

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    JNU BSc Fees 2025

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    Fee componentsAmount (for 3 - 5 years)
    ₹ 864 - 3.15 L
    ₹ 1.27 K - 80 K
    ₹ 50
    ₹ 210 - 263
    ₹ 2.4 K - 3.95 L
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    The value for money rating of this course is 4.7/5 (19 Reviews).View placement detailsExternal Link Icon Placement Insight Icon
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    Q:   What is the tuition fee structure for the JNU BSc?
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    The tuition fee structure for the BSc course ranges from INR 864 to INR 3.15 lakh. Apart from the tuition fee, there are several other components included in the total fee of the BSc course at JNU. The names of the components with their amounts are in the table given below:

    Fee componentsAmount (for 3 to 5 years)
    INR 1,270  - INR 80,000
    INR 50
    INR 210 - 263

    NOTE: The above-mentioned fee is taken from the official website/sanctioning body. It is still subject to change and hence, is indicative.

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    JNU BSc Admission Dates 2025

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    29 Aug '25
    B.Sc. Deadline for Admission/Registration
    25 Aug '25
    B.Sc. Physical verification of Admission/Registration for Final List of selected candidates

    JNU BSc Admission 2025: How to Apply?

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    JNU BSc Cutoff 2024

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    CUET Last Round score (General-All India)
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    Integrated B.Sc.+M.Sc.in Ayurveda Biology (AYBU)54.55– / –
    B.Sc. in Ayurveda Biology– / –45.14

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    JNU BSc Seats 2025

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    Q:   How many seats are available for BSc at JNU?
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    JNU BSc seat intake is 87.  To get the seat, applicants should complete their eligibility requirements and follow the further admission process. You can go to the JNU website for more details.

    Q:   How many seats are there for BSc in Ayurveda Biology at JNU?
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    To get a seat in the BSc in Ayurveda Biology at JNU, candidates are required to appear and secure a valid score in CUET UG. Moreover, the seat matrix for the BSc in Ayurveda Biology course is as follows:

    CategoriesSeat Matrix 
    UR8
    SC3
    ST2
    OBC5
    EWS2
    Total 20
    PWD1

    *Reservation of 5% of seats in respect of PWD candidates shall be done horizontally, as per the Government of India Guidelines/ Policy. 

    JNU B.Sc. Placements 2025

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    JNU vs Other Similar Universities

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    ₹ 8 LPA - 10 LPA₹ 864 - 5.05 K -/-
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    Infrastructure: Our campus is fully Wi-Fi enabled. Every classroom is a smart classroom. The library is fully furnished, and there is silence in the library. The hostel facility is good, and the food served in a mess is good. The mess provides both non-vegetarian and vegetarian food. Department has its own medical team. Sports and games are also held by the department from time to time.
    Faculty: Teachers in our college are very helpful and well-qualified. They all are PhD holders in their respective fields. Their teaching quality is above average. The course curriculum is relevant. After this course, students become industry-ready. Semester exams are a little bit difficult. The passing criteria are 4.0 CGPA.
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    JNU BSc 2025 FAQs

    Q:   What is the duration of BSc courses offered at JNU?
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    JNU offers a BSc and BSc+MSc integrated course for the duration of three and five years. Further, the course is divided into six and ten semesters, respectively, and offered in full-time mode. The specialisation offered in the BSc course is Ayurveda Biology, and it is offered as an integrated course with an MSc in the same stream.

    Q:   I have scored less than 50% in 12th boards. Can I get admission in regular college for B.Tech?
    A: 

    For most colleges, the basic eligibility criteria for admission in the BTech programme requires the applicants to score a minimum aggregate of 45-75% in Class 12 or its equivalent, depending on the course, specialisations, and college selected by the students. However, the selection for BTech courses in a majority of colleges, including JNU is done on the basis of valid score obtained by the students in the entrance exams such as JEE Main, MHT CET, etc. Hence, it can not be said surely if one can secure their admission in a regular college if they have scored less than 50% in their Class 12 boards. In case a student is unable to get admission in regular college, they can check out Online BTech courses offered by colleges.

    Q:   What is the fee for JNU BSc?
    A: 

    There are various components included in the fee structure, such as hostel fee, tuition fee, security deposit, etc. The total tuition fee for the course range between INR 864 and INR 3.1 lakh. This given fee range include BSc-MSc integrated course fee along with other BSc course at affiliated colleges. It must be noted that the mentioned fee is taken from the official website/sanctioning body. It is stil subject to changes and hence, is indicative. 

    Q:   Who is eligible for BSc at JNU?
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    For JNU BSc course admission, the course aspirant should have passed Class 12 or any equivalent examination with a minimum 45% aggregate from a recognised board. Candidate should have passed the qualifying exam from a recognised board. It is also necessary that the student carry the educational document at the time of form filling and admission. The documents are required for verification purposes.

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    The placement trends witnessed during JNU placement over the past three years are presented below:

    Particulars  

    UG 3-year Placement Statistics (2022)

    UG 3-year Placement Statistics (2023)

    UG 3-year Placement Statistics (2024)

    Median package

    INR 6 LPA

    INR 8 LPA

    INR 6.5 LPA

    Total students

    353

    350

    357

    Students placed

    21

    25

    30

    Students selected for higher studies

    332

    325

    327

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    UG 4-year Placement Statistics (2022)

    UG 4-year Placement Statistics (2023)

    UG 4-year Placement Statistics (2024)

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    INR 10 LPA

    INR 6.5 LPA

    Total students

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    78

    Students placed

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    24

    17

    Students selected for higher studies

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    6

    61

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    PG 2-year Placement Statistics (2022)

    PG 2-year Placement Statistics (2023)

    PG 2-year Placement Statistics (2024)

    Median package

    INR 7.95 LPA

    INR 9.5 LPA

    INR 9.5 LPA

    Total students

    1280

    1329

    1432

    Students placed

    86

    12

    188

    Students selected for higher studies

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