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JNU is a prominent name in higher education, frequently ranked by popular rankings bodies under distinguished categories. According to the NIRF rankings 2025, it secured the #9 rank under the 'Overall' category.

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JNU Ranking Highlights 2025
NIRF Ranking 2025
Times Higher Education Ranking 2026
India Today Ranking 2026
Outlook Ranking 2026
Business Today Ranking 2026
The Week Ranking 2026
QS World University Rankings Ranking 2025
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JNU Ranking Highlights 2025

JNU is one of India’s top institutes. Eminent national & international ranking bodies have acknowledged it as a leading institute. As per NIRF 2025, the ranking of the institute is #9 in the Overall category, #2 under University, #21 under Research Institutions, and #7 under SDGs Institutions. Talking about the international rankings, the QS World Rankings 2025 has awarded rank #580 to JNU. The institute is ranked as one of the best institutes for its top class faculty. The article mentioned in this space covers all the details you need if you are interested in JNU rankings.

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NIRF Ranking 2025

Over the years, JNU has earned commendable rankings across different domains in the NIRF 2025. This signifies the institution's esteemed reputation and proficiency in various aspects, assigning it an overall good score. It can be seen that the JNU's rankings in 'Overall' category have displayed a fluctuating trend as per the ranks of the previous years. In 2025, JNU climbed 1 rank to #9 rank in the 'Overall' category by the NIRF ranking.

The rankings of the institute in the 'University' category

The rankings of the institute in the 'University' category have demonstrated a stable trend when compared to last year's rankings. In 2025, JNU's rank is #2, the same as last year's rank in the 'University' category by the NIRF ranking.

The rankings of the institute in the 'Research Institutions' category have displayed a decreasing trend when evaluated against previous year's ranking. In 2025, JNU fell 3 ranks to #21 rank in the 'Research Institutions' category by the NIRF ranking.

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Category	2025
Business & Management Studies	9
Science	7

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NIRF Ranking Comparison

JNU secured #9 rank in the 'Overall' category of NIRF 2025 rankings. Its status is comparable to top institutions such as BHU and IIT Guwahati. Check out how JNU compares to other top-ranked universities year by year.

JNU vs Other Institutes: NIRF Ranking 2025
College Name	Overall 2025
JNU	9
IIT Roorkee	7
AIIMS Delhi	8
BHU	10
IIT Guwahati	11

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JNU	9
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IIT Guwahati Compare	11
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Times Higher Education Ranking 2026

Based on the rankings from Times Higher Education, JNU outperformed numerous other institutes, securing a higher position, indicating that the institute is considered to be doing better in various factors evaluated by the Times Higher Education ranking system. In the 'Overall' category, the institute's ranks have displayed instability in comparison with last year's ranking. In 2026, JNU's rank is #801, the same as last year's rank in the 'Overall' category by the Times Higher Education ranking.

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Times Higher Education Ranking Comparison

According to the Times Higher Education ranking 2026, JNU received #801–1000 rank in the 'Overall' category. It holds a comparable status to the most prestigious universities such as NIT Trichy, and Jamia Hamdard University for Times Higher Education rankings under the 'Overall' category. Check out the year-by-year comparison of Tezpur University with other top institutes:

JNU vs Other Institutes: Times Higher Education Ranking 2026
College Name	Overall 2026
JNU	801–1000
Sharda University Noida	601–800
IIIT Hyderabad	601–800
NIT Trichy	801–1000
Jamia Hamdard University	801–1000

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India Today Ranking 2026

As per the overall score, JNU has been placed at a good position by the India Today under the 'University (Government)' category, reflecting its exceptional performance in areas like Teaching, Research, Graduation Outcomes, and creating an inclusive, quality learning environment. It is observable that in the 'University (Government)' category, the institute's ranks have shown a decreasing trend when evaluated against the ranking of the past year. In 2025, JNU fell 1 rank to #2 rank in the 'Unive

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India Today Ranking Comparison

JNU secured #2 rank in the 'University (Government)' category of India Today 2025 rankings. Its status is comparable to top institutions such as AMU and University of Hyderabad. Check out how JNU compares to other top-ranked universities year by year.

JNU vs Other Institutes: India Today Ranking 2025
College Name	University (Government) 2025
JNU	2
DU	1
AMU	3
University of Hyderabad	4

JNU
Outlook Ranking 2026

JNU has received strong ranks by the Outlook under the 'Central Universities' category. Provided parameters including, Teaching, Graduation Outcome, Inclusivity and Research, the institute is ranked in a good position as compared to other institutes by the Outlook 2025.

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Outlook Ranking Comparison

As per the Outlook 2025, JNU achieved #1 rank under the 'Central Universities' category. It stands on par with well-known institutions such as BHU and DU under the Outlook 'Central Universities' category. Check the year-wise comparison of JNU with other leading institutes below.

JNU vs Other Institutes: Outlook Ranking 2025
College Name	Central Universities 2025
JNU	1
BHU	2
DU	3

JNU
Business Today Ranking 2026

As per the Business Today ranking, JNU has secured a superior rank compared to numerous other institutes, indicating that the institute is considered to be doing better in terms of various factors evaluated by the Business Today ranking system. Students can check the table below for a comprehensive overview of JNU rankings 2023:

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Business Today Ranking Comparison

JNU consistently performs well in the 'MBA' category in the Business Today rankings. In the year 2023, it secured the #230 rank, competing with various top institutes; namely, MIET Meerut, and Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International School of Textiles and Management. For a detailed analysis, refer to the comparison table provided below:

JNU vs Other Institutes: Business Today Ranking 2023
College Name	MBA 2023
JNU	230
Prestige Institute of Management Dewas	228
Coimbatore Institute of Management and Technology (CIMAT)	229
MIET Meerut	230
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International School of Textiles and Management	232

JNU
The Week Ranking 2026

Over the years, there has been a consistent recognition that, JNU is known as one of the top institutes across all major categories by The Week 2023. Check the table below for more details about the JNU ranking 2023:

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The Week Ranking Comparison

According to The Week ranking 2023, JNU received #1 rank in the 'University (Overall)' category. It holds a comparable status to the most prestigious universities such as BHU, and DU for The Week rankings under the 'University (Overall)' category. Check out the year-by-year comparison of JNU with other top institutes:

JNU vs Other Institutes: The Week Ranking 2023
College Name	University (Overall) 2023
JNU	1
BHU	2
DU	3

JNU
QS World University Rankings Ranking 2025

JNU has been ranked well by the QS World University Rankings under the 'Top Global Universities' category. Through the years, the QS World University Rankingss for JNU indicate the institute's strong performance in important areas such as the Quality of Education, Conducting Impactful Research, the Expertise of Faculty members, and Overall Institutional Management. These good rankings not only prove the institute's good reputation but also highlight its excellence across diverse domains, evaluated against the standards established by the QS World University Rankings. It has been seen that in the 'Top Global Universities' category, the institute's ranks have shown an increasing trend when evaluated against the ranking of the prior year. In 2026, JNU climbed 22 ranks to #558 rank in the 'Top Global Universities' category by the QS World University Rankings. This is the second consecutive year that the institute has ascended in the rankings.

It has been seen that within the category of 'Asia', the institute's ranking has fluctuation when compared with the previous year's ranking. In 2026, JNU fell 20 ranks to #130 rank in the 'Asia' category by the QS World University Rankings.

It is to be noticed that the institute has shown a fluctuating trend in the 'Southern Asia' category as compared to the ranking of preceding years. In 2026, JNU fell 2 ranks to #16 rank in the 'Southern Asia' category by the QS World University Rankings.

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Category	2024	2025
Science	117	110

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QS World University Rankings Ranking Comparison

JNU secured #558 rank in the 'Top Global Universities' category of QS World University Rankings 2026 rankings. Its status is comparable to top institutions such as IIT BHU and UniPune. Check out how JNU compares to other top-ranked universities year by year.

JNU vs Other Institutes: QS World University Rankings 2026
College Name	Top Global Universities 2026
JNU	558
IIT Indore	556
IIT Indore	556
IIT BHU	566
UniPune	566

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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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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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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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Can I get direct admission to JNU BA (Hons) courses?

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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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What is the NIRF ranking of Jawaharlal Nehru University?

Answered 3 weeks ago

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 Body	Category	Rank
NIRF 2025	Universities	2
NIRF 2025	Overall	9
NIRF 2025	Research Institutions	21

Kartik Shekhar

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What is Jawaharlal Nehru University famous for?

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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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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 w

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What are the career options after MBA from Jawaharlal Nehru University?

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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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