NIRF 2025 Rankings are out. As per the latest NIRF 2025 rankings, Jawaharlal Nehru University ranks #9 under the category 'Overall'.
QS World University Rankings 2026 have been released. According to the same, JNU ranks at #558 under the category "World Universities".
A few more updates are given below:
JNU UG cutoff 2025 has been published round- and course-wise based on the CUET-UG 2025 scores.
The CUET UG 2026 registration window is expected to open in the first week of Mar 2026 for admission to UG courses.
The JEE Main 2026 session 1 exam for admission to BTech, BArch, and BPlan courses will tentatively be conducted between Jan 21 and Jan 30, 2026.
PhD (Cinema Studies, School of Arts and Aesthetics/ Korean Language, School of Language Literature and Culture Studies) applications are open till Dec 2, 2025, and the entrance exam will tentatively be held on Dec 14, 2025.
PhD applications are open for the phase 2 (winter session), and the last date to apply is Dec 3, 2025. Further, the viva-voice examination is scheduled tentatively from Dec 19 to Dec 23, 2025.
Admission can be done by applying for courses at the institute. The institute offers B.E. / B.Tech, B.Sc. and M.E./M.Tech. There is a wide range of specialisations offered for these courses. Candidates must complete the eligibility criteria before applying for JNU courses. Candidates can have a look at the table below to get an understanding of the tuition fees, eligibility criteria, and qualifying exams necessary for each course:
Q: What is the application process for Advanced Diploma in JNU?
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JNU accept applications for an advancedDiplomaprogramme in online mode. The application form can be available offline as well. Further, the step-by-step process for the JNU Advanced Diploma form filling is:
Step 1: Visit the official website of JNU (jnu.ac.in) and register yourself by putting in your personal details.
Step 2: Fill out the online application form with Qualification Details.
Step 3: Upload scanned images of the photograph and signature. The image should be in jpg/jpeg format only. The size of the photo image must be between 10 kb to 200 kb.
Step 4: Pay the application fee through an online payment mode.
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: Is JNU MCA entrance tough?
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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.
Jawaharlal Nehru University Fee Structure
JNU course fee is sum of multiple components, such as tuition fee, hostel fee, etc. Students who get selected have to pay admission fee as the final step for seat confirmation. The below table mentions the JNU fee structure for available courses:
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 course fees for two years MBA in JNU?
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The admission fees or the first semester fee payment have to be done for seat confirmation. There are various components included in the fee structure, such as admission fee, security deposit (refundable), tuition fees, and more. As per information on the web, the university accept fee payment in installments. Below table can be checked for the JNU MBA fee structure:
Fee components
Amount (2 years)
Tuition fees
INR 12.00 Lakh
One-time payment
INR 6,000
Total fee
INR 12.06 Lakh
NOTE:The above-mentioned fee is as per the official website/sanctioning body. It is still subject to changes and hence, is indicative.
JNU Admission Dates 2025
Find below the important dates related to JNU admissions:
M.A. Admissions 2026
33 Courses2 years
Eligibility
Undergraduate Degree with 45% aggregate
Accepting Exams: CUET-PG
Important dates
Dates
Events
14 Dec '25 - 14 Jan '26
CUET PG 2026 Application ProcessOngoing
M.Sc. Admissions 2026
11 Courses2 years-5 years
Eligibility
Undergraduate Degree with 55% aggregate
10+2 with 45% aggregate
Accepting Exams: CUET-PG, CUET
Important dates
Dates
Events
14 Dec '25 - 14 Jan '26
CUET PG 2026 Application ProcessOngoing
B.E. / B.Tech Admissions 2026
5 Courses4 years
Eligibility
10+2 with 70% aggregate
Accepting Exams: JEE Main, DASA UG
Important dates
Dates
Events
Jan '26
JEE Main 2026 City Intimation Slip Session 1Tentative
Jan '26
JEE Main Admit Card 2026 Session 1Tentative
21 Jan '26 - 30 Jan '26
JEE Main 2026 Exam Date Session 1
Commonly asked questions
On Admissions
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
Q: What is the cutoff rank required for admission to BA at JNU?
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For candidates reference, tabulated below are the closing cutoff scores for BA (Hons) specialisations for both Code 1 and Code 2:
JNUEE Round 5 score (General-All India)
Course
2022
BA (Hons) in Russian
125
BA (Hons) in German
118
BA (Hons) in French
106
BA (Hons) in Spanish
98
BA (Hons) in Japanese
86
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.
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Vivek Tiwari
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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Abhishek Puri
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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Rishabh Kumar Tiwari
B.A. (Hons.) in Russian - Batch of 2028
4.2
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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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Ritik Kumar
B.A. (Hons.) in French - Batch of 2028
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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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Akshansh singh
B.A. (Hons.) in Spanish - Batch of 2028
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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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Shuyansh Raj
B.A. (Hons.) in Spanish - Batch of 2028
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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.
According to data gathered from multiple online sources, Education sector has placed the most no. of JNU students. The sector-wise JNU alumni placement statistics are presented below:
Note:The above-mentioned alumni data is gathered from unofficial sources and hence may vary.
Q: Is B.A course offerd in JNU?
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Yes, ther is BA course at JNU. School of Language, Literature and Culture Studies, functioning at JNU offers a full-time BA (Hons) programme for a duration of three years. Candidates are selected for JNU BA (Hons) courses based on their merit in CUET, conducted by NTA. The University also offers lateral entry admission to the second year of the BA (Hons) programme.
Q: Who are the top recruiters during JNU BTech placements?
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The company-wise the highest package offered during JNU BTech placements 2023 is presented below:
Company Name - On-Campus
BTech Highest Package in 2023
Cradlepoint
INR 16 LPA
Optum
INR 14 LPA
Salesforce
INR 13 LPA
Ciena
INR 13 LPA
HSBC
INR 12.5 LPA
Standard Life Sciences
INR 11 LPA
S&P Global
INR 11 LPA
Hughes Systique
INR 10 LPA
Company Name Off-Campus
BTech Highest Package in 2023
CISCO
INR 33 LPA
MetaBrainz Foundation
INR 20 LPA
Tata 1MG
INR 18 LPA
PropReturns
INR 18 LPA
Zeta Global
INR 15 LPA
Capri Global
INR 14 LPA
Switch On
INR 13 LPA
FedX
INR 10 LPA
Uniacco
INR 10 LPA
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: 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.
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:
JNU MBA final placement report 2023 is not released. However, according to JNU ABVSME (Atal Bihari Vajpayee School of Management and Entrepreneurship), the list of top recruiters during JNU MBA placements in recent past is presented below:
JNU MBA Top Recruiters
Amazon
KPMG
Deloitte
Axis Bank
ITC Limited
State Bank of India
Flipkart
Tech Mahindra
Q: Does JNU offer MBA course?
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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. Candidates with a valid CAT score are eligible to apply for the JNU MBA course. Shortlisted candidates based on exam scores have to further take part in the group discussion and personal interview rounds for final selection.
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: 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: 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.
Q: What is the eligibility requirement for JNU BA Hons admission?
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JNU accepts CUET-UG entrance test scores for admission to the BA (Hons) courses. Central University Entrance Test (CUET) is an all-India level entrance exam conducted by NTA for admission in UG courses offered in all the participating institutions. Candidates seeking admission to the JNU BA (Hons) course must have passed Class 12 or equivalent examination from a recognised board with a minimum aggregate of 45%.
Q: What were the registration dates for CAT?
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CAT application process 2024 began on August 1, 2024 at the iimcat.ac.in website. The registration process ends on September 20, 2024.
The schedule of CAT 2024 registration cum application was announced on July 28, 2024 at the iimcat.ac.in website. The notification for CAT 2024 was released at the IIMCAT websites and in all national newspapers. The last date to submit CAT application form 2024 was September 13, 2024 but was later extended to September 20, 2024.
Q: Is it worth pursuing B.A. (Hons) at JNU?
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Yes, JNU offers foreign languages under its BA (Hons) programmes such as Arabic, Chinese, French and German among others. JNU offers a three-year full-time BA (Hons) course in English. Candidates seeking admission must visit the official website of the University to apply for CUET-UG. Based on CUET-UG scores, JNU will release a merit list of selected candidates to appear for the CUET-UG counselling process for seat allotment.
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.
Q: How are placements for BA in JNU?
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A course-wise placements report has not been released by the university as of now. However, the JNU NIRF report 2023 is out. As per the report, in the 2022 placements drive for UG 3-year courses, a total of 21 students were placed out of 353 students while 332 students were selected for higher studies. Moreover, the median package offered to the placed students stood at INR 6 LPA. Check out JNU placements updates, top recruiters, and many more such details here.
Q: Is MCA course available 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: Which is better for MBA: BHU or JNU?
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Both the universities are popular for their programmes. However, BHU has an edge as it has got a good ranking under Management category by NIRF. For candidates reference, the NIRF ranking and MBA fees for both the universities is presented in the following table:
*The above-mentioned fees are taken from an unofficial source. Hence, are indicative. Moreover, the fee range might include course fees at university-affiliated colleges as well.
JNU Delhi's B.Tech programme is relatively new but gaining recognition. It offers courses in, ECE, and EE, with modern labs, research opportunities, and a vibrant campus life. Placements are improving, though infrastructure and support for newer batches are still developing.
As per the information available on the official website of the university, it does not mention BA (Hons) in Economics in the Bachelor of Arts subject. Thus, the university does not offer a BA (Hons) in the subject of economics. However, the university offers BA (Hons) courses in different subjects,
I think you should opt for PWD as this will provide you more benefit in getting the job. PWD candidates get better opportunity and better job role in top companies.
Admission in JNU's B.A. (Hons.) in foreign languages through CUET depends on cut-off scores, category-wise merit list, and number of seats available. For OBC category, the cut-off is generally lower than General, but it still varies each year depending on applicants. With 247 marks, your chances wil
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