Jawaharlal Nehru University has over 650 faculty members. There are around 65 JNU departments, centers and schools of study. All these faculty members work as departmental heads, senior/assistant professors and lecturers. The faculty members are from all over the country, and represent a wide range of subjects. Several JNU faculty members are PhD holders, or are pursuing a PhD.
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Answered 6 months ago
Jawaharlal Nehru University appoints well trained and expert faculty members with years of experience. The faculty focuses on theoretical and pactical knowledge. The faculty members contribute to the curriculum designing and in introducing new initiatives for the students.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a year ago
JNU faculty are supportive and motivates students to work on their knowledge and skills. The faculty are PhD, diploma, and degree holders. Some of the JNU faculty member details are listed down below:
| Faculty name | Designation | School/ Centre |
|---|---|---|
| Sameena Hameed | Professor | Centre of West Asian Studies |
| Sandeep Saxena | Professor | School of Biotechnology |
| Syed Akhtar Hussain | Professor | Centre of Persian and Central Asian Studies |
| Sangmesh | Associate Professor | School of Engineering |
| Smita Sonker | Associate Professor | School of Physical Sciences |
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 4 days ago
Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) admission difficulty depends on the program, category, and year; overall it is competitive but navigable with targeted preparation. Key factors and practical guidance:
How admissions work
- Entrance-exam centric: Most schools and departments admit via a written entrance
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 4 days ago
Yes, candidates can get admission in BSc at JNU with 60% marks in Class 12. Candidates wishing to get admission in BSc in Ayurveda Biology should have passed Class 12 with at least 45% marks. Admission is offered based on score in CUET UG.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 4 days ago
The total tuition fee of BSc at JNU is INR 864 to INR 3.1 lakh. This number is taken from the official website of college. It can change. Candidates need to pay the course fee to confirm their allocated seats.
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Contributor-Level 10







JNU has a well known faculty of over 1,200 professors, associate professors, assistant professors, and lecturers. They come from all over India and the world representing a range of disciplines. To become a professor at JNU, you must have a PhD degree in the relevant field + clear UGC NET. The annual salary ranges from INR 19 lakh to INR 36 lakh.