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JNU admission 2023 for UG, PG, COP, and ADOP programs is based on the Common University Entrance Test (CUET). JNU accepts CUET UG scores for UG courses such as BA (Hons), B.Sc, Integrated, and COP programs. The final selection will be based on the merit list released by the university on the basis of CUET marks. Admission to B.Tech at JNU will be done through JEE Main examination followed by JoSAA counselling.
No viva voce examination will be held for admission to UG and PG courses. The candidates are admitted on merit on the basis of their performance in the CUET and the deprivation points added to their score in accordance with the approved admission policy and procedures of the University. Check JNU Courses & Fees
Apart from the usual reservation for the backward classes and people with physical disabilities (OBC/SC/ST/PH), JNU also has a provision to offer up to 15% of the seats in each program of study to foreign nationals. These seats for foreign nationals are over and above the intake fixed for each program of study. The University also awards Deprivation Points, up to a maximum of 10 points, to all female candidates, all candidates hailing from districts of Quartile 1 and 2, Kashmiri migrants, widows/wards of defence personnel killed/disabled in action/in peacetime with death/ disability attributable to military service.
JNU Cutoff 2023 (Expected)
| Courses | 1st Cutoff | 2nd Cutoff | 3rd Cutoff | 4th Cutoff | 5th Cutoff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA (Hons) | Check Here | Check Here | Check Here | Check Here | Check Here |
| B.Sc | Check Here | Check Here | Check Here | Check Here | -- |
| Certificate of Proficiency (COP) | Check Here | Check Here | Check Here | Check Here | -- |
| MA/MSC/MCA | Check Here | Check Here | Check Here | -- | -- |
| MTECH/MPH/PGD | Check Here | Check Here | Check Here | -- | -- |
| ADOP | Check Here | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Table of Content
2.1 JNU UG Eligibility Criteria
3.1 JNU PG Eligibility Criteria
JNU Admission 2023: Important Dates
| Event | Dates |
|---|---|
| MBA Application Window | January 21 – March 31, 2023 |
| Last date to apply for UG & CoP program through CUET UG | March 30, 2023 |
| CUET UG 2023 Application Form Correction Window (UG & CoP) | April 1 – April 3, 2023 |
| Reopening of CUET UG 2023 Application Forms (UG & CoP) | April 9 – April 11, 2023 |
| CUET UG 2023 Exam Date (UG & CoP) | May 21 – 31, 2023 |
| CUET PG 2023 Application Window (PG & ADoP) | March 20 – May 05, 2023 |
| CUET PG 2023 Application Form Correction (PG & ADoP) | May 6 – May 8, 2023 |
| CUET PG 2023 Exam (PG & ADoP) | June 1 – June 10, 2023 |
JNU BA (Hons.) Admission 2023
JNU offers BA (Hons.) at the UG level under the School of Language, Literature and Culture Studies (SLLCS). The course is offered in multiple languages such as Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Persian, Pashto, Russian And Spanish. Admission to the BA (Hons) is done via Common University Entrance Test (CUET).
JNU BA (Hons.) Eligibility Criteria
- Senior School Certificate (10+2) or equivalent examination from a recognised Board/University with a minimum of 45% marks. The candidates who are due to appear in Senior School Certificate (10+2) or equivalent examination are eligible to apply.
- Certificate of Alimiah with atleast 45% marks issued by Madrasas subject to the condition that the candidate has passed English language at the level of Senior Secondary from a recognised Board/University or a three year course conducted by Darul-Uloom Deoband.
JNU BA (Hons.) Selection Criteria
Candidates applying for admission must appear for the Common University Entrance Test (CUET). No viva voce examination will be held for admission. The candidates are admitted on merit on the basis of their performance in the CUET and the deprivation points added to their score in accordance with the approved Admission Policy and Procedures of the University.
Candidates are required to opt for Section IA – English Test and Section III – General Test for the admission in JNU. Candidates who will not appear in both the Sections, i.e. Section IA (English Test) and Section III (General Test), will not be considered for admission in JNU. Check CUET 2023 Exam Pattern
JNU PG Admission 2023
JNU offers full-time PG courses under Arts, Science, and Management, and Engineering disciplines. The courses offered are MA, M.Sc, MCA, MBA, M.Tech, and MPH for a duration of 2 years. The basic eligibility criteria for PG courses is to have a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university. Selection for most of the courses will be based on scores obtained in the CUET PG examination.
JNU PG Eligibility Criteria
The following are the course-specific qualifying criteria and the subject combinations that candidates must choose for the CUET:
| Course Name | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| MA |
Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in any subject to apply. |
| M.Sc |
Candidates must have earned a B.Sc./B.Tech. or equivalent degree in recognised institute/university with a minimum aggregate score of 55 percent. |
| MCA |
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in BCA or a related field. |
| M.Tech |
Candidates must have a Master's Degree in B.E./B.Tech in any relevant discipline or a Master's Degree in any relevant discipline under the Science stream, with a minimum of 55% marks. |
| MPH | An MBBS or M.Sc Nursing Degree with a minimum 55% marks in aggregate from a recognized institution |
| MBA | Bachelor’s degree with at least 60% marks in aggregate from a recognised university or institute |
JNU PG Selection Criteria
- Candidates seeking admission to MA, M.Sc, MCA, MPH, and M.Tech programs are required to appear for the Common University Entrance Test (CUET PG) conducted by NTA. The final selection will be based on the merit list released by the university on the basis of CUET PG marks.
- Admission to MBA is granted on the basis of CAT scores.
- Admission to M.Sc in Biotechnology and M.Sc in Computational Biology Programs is based on the GAT-B scores.
JNU PG Application Process
Candidates seeking admission to PG courses are required to apply for the CUET PG on the official website. The application process for the same is mentioned below:
- Visit the official website- https://cuet.nta.nic.in/
- Click the link that says 'Registration for CUET (PG) - 2023' on the homepage.
- Create an account and then log in using your credentials.
- Fill out the application form and attach your documentation.
- Submit the form after paying the application fees.
- Make a copy for future reference by downloading and printing it.
JNU M.Phil/Ph.D Admission 2023
The JNU provides research facilities (M.Phil./Ph.D., M.Tech./Ph.D., Pre-Ph.D./Ph.D., MPH/Ph.D.) in more than twenty different disciplines. Candidates seeking admission to M.Phil./Ph.D. programs are invited for the viva voce examination.
To be eligible to be invited for the viva voce examination, a candidate must secure the following marks out of 70 in the written examination for doctoral courses:
- General Category: 35% (24.50 marks out of 70)
- OBC: 31.50% (22.05 marks out of 70)
- SC/ST/PH: 25% (17.50 marks out of 70)
The final selection of candidates for admission to the doctoral programs of study is made on the basis of inter-se merit of candidates in their respective categories, based on their performance
- in the written examination,
- in the viva voce (wherever prescribed), and
- after incorporating the Deprivation Points, wherever applicable.
No candidate is eligible for admission to the doctoral programs of study unless he/she secures the following minimum overall score:
- General Category: 40%
- OBC: 36%
- SC/ST/PH: 30%
A number of research scholars are the recipient of fellowship/scholarship on the basis of having qualified their UGC-NET examination. Some of the students are awarded State Govt. Scholarship, sponsored fellowships, and merit-cum-means scholarships.
An overview of the criteria of eligibility for admission to these programs is given below:
| Course | Eligibility | |
|---|---|---|
| M.Phil./Ph.D. or Pre-Ph.D./Ph.D. | For every course in the School of International Studies (SIS) except International Legal Studies | Master's degree in Political Science, History, Economics, International Relations and Area Studies with at least 50% marks OR Master's degree in Humanities and other Social Sciences with at least 60% marks OR Master's degree in Natural Sciences with at least 65% marks |
| International Legal Studies in the School of International Studies (SIS) | LL.B. degree with at least 55% marks OR M.A. with International Law as one of the subjects with at least 55% marks OR LL.M. degree with at least 50% marks | |
| For every course in the School of Language, Literature and Culture Studies (SLLCS) | Master's degree in the concerned language/subject with at least 50% marks | |
| For every course in the School of Social Sciences (SSS) | Master's degree in the subject concerned with at least 50% marks OR Master's degree in allied subjects or Humanities with at least 55% marks OR Master's degree in Natural Sciences with at least 60% marks | |
| For every course in the School of Life Sciences (SLS) | Master's degree in allied subjects with at least 55% marks | |
| For every course in the School of Environmental Sciences (SES) | M.Sc. degree or equivalent in any branch of basic or applied science OR B.E./B.Tech./MBBS with at least 55% marks | |
| For every course in the School of Computer & Systems Sciences (SCSS) | Master's degree in allied subjects OR B.E. with at least 55% marks | |
| For every course in the School of Physical Sciences (SPS) | M.Sc. degree in allied subjects with at least 55% marks | |
| For every course in the School of Arts & Aesthetics (SAA) | Master's degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks | |
| For every course in the School of Computational and Integrative Sciences (SCIS) | Master's degree in allied subjects OR B.E. with at least 55% marks | |
| For every course in the School of Biotechnology (SBT) | Master's degree in allied subjects OR B.Tech. (Biotechnology / Bioengineering / allied qualifications) with at least 55% marks | |
| For every course in the Special Centre for Sanskrit Studies (CSS) | Master's degree in Sanskrit or in an allied subject with at least 55% marks | |
| For every course in the Special Centre for Molecular Medicine (SCMM) | Master's degree in allied subjects OR MBBS / BVSc. / B.Pharm. with at least 55% marks | |
| For every course in the Centre for the Study of Law & Governance (CSLG) | Master's degree in Humanities and other Social Sciences with at least 55% marks | |
Note: The university has included six specializations under the Ph.D. programme. These specializations are Systems Medicine, National Security, Microsystems, Computer Science and Engineering, Mecanical Engineering, and Electronics and Communication.
The University also admits a limited number of candidates to M.Phil./Ph.D. and Pre-Ph.D. programs, who have qualified a national test entitling them to a Junior Research Fellowship in Science Schools, without appearing in the Entrance Examination.
Only those candidates who have scored at least 55% marks in Master’s Degree and have qualified a national level test entitling them to a Junior Research Fellowship are eligible for admission. The candidates are selected on the basis of viva-voce examination only and no entrance examination is prescribed by the University.
JNU Integrated Admission 2023
Candidates seeking admission to integrated PG programs are invited for the viva voce examination.
To be eligible to be invited for the viva voce examination, a candidate must secure the following marks out of 70 in the written examination for integrated courses:
- General Category: 35% (24.50 marks out of 70)
- OBC: 31.50% (22.05 marks out of 70)
- SC/ST/PH: 25% (17.50 marks out of 70)
The final selection of candidates for admission to the integrated programs of study is made on the basis of inter-se merit of candidates in their respective categories, based on their performance
- in the written examination,
- in the viva voce (wherever prescribed), and
- after incorporating the Deprivation Points, wherever applicable.
No candidate is eligible for admission to the integrated programs of study unless he/she secures the following minimum overall score:
- General Category: 40%
- OBC: 36%
- SC/ST/PH: 30%
An overview of the eligibility criteria for admission to these programs is given below:
| Course | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| MPH (Master of Public Health) / Ph.D. [School of Social Sciences (SSS)] | MBBS degree with at least 50% marks OR M.Sc. degree in Nursing with at least 50% marks |
| Integrated M.Sc.-Ph.D. [School of Computational and Integrative Sciences (SCIS)] | B.Sc. degree or equivalent in any branch of basic or applied science OR B.E./B.Tech./MBBS with at least 55% marks |
| Integrated M.Sc.-Ph.D. [Special Centre for Molecular Medicine (SCMM)] | B.Sc. degree or equivalent in any branch of basic or applied science (including MBBS / BVSc.) with at least 55% marks |
JNU Admission FAQs 2023
Ques. How tough is it to get JNU admission?
Ans. certainly, it is tough as it is one of the top universities in India. Many aspirants try to prepare for years to crack the entrance examination. The syllabus is vast which tests logical and academic knowledge in the desired field.
Ques. What are tips to crack the JNU entrance examination?
Ans. Students are suggested to pare early to complete the vast syllabus of the entrance examination. This will help in getting enough time to revise and practice previous year’s questions.
Ques. What is the process of admission for a B.Tech course in JNU?
Ans. For b.tech for students can apply counseling for admission in Admission. The aspirants should provide JoSAA marks and JEE marks.
Ques. How to get admission for Ph.D. in JNU?
Ans. The University conducts an entrance examination for Ph.D. admission. The selection has two stages, after the entrance examination, shortlisted candidates need to attend the interview round based on the performance in the interview, and entrance admission is provided.
Ques. Is it possible to get admission to JNU after gap years?
Ans. The eligibility guidelines of JNU admission for PG course does not have any age boundary. The students need to prepare for the entrance examination and secure the required cut-off for getting admission.
Ques. What is the scenario of the entrance examination in JNU?
Ans. The examination is tough enough due to rising competition for getting admission to JNU. It is also noted that the entrance syllabus is vast that makes it difficult for the applicants to secure required marks in the entrance.
Ques. What is your review of JNU?
Ans. The campus experience differs with departments. However, the routine of the students for class stays between 9.00 AM to 1.00 PM. The students are serious about attending regular classes for coping up with the topics done in class.
Ques. What is the updated entrance pattern in JNU entrance?
Ans. From 2019, the entrance test is conducted by NTA. It has been changed into a complete MCQs based examination with CBT mode. The common pattern for the entrance is 50 questions for 2 marks.
Ques. What is the time limit of entrance examination for JNU admission?
Ans. The entrance examination is conducted for 3 hrs with no negative marking. The cut-off list is prepared with 100% weightage to the entrance examination.
Ques. How much in the entrance examination is better for securing admission in MA Political Science for JNU?
Ans. For being on the safe side, it is better to score above 80% in the entrance for political science. The competition is high and the paper is tough which is now conducted by NTA. the students need to prepare in advance for securing good scores.
Ques. What is the eligibility criteria for PwD students to apply for reservation in JNU?
Ques. What are the points to be remembered at the time of applying to JNU?
- In such a case when a student submits more than one application form for the same level of program, all his/ her application forms will be rejected.
- No candidate who is admitted to a full-time program of study in the university shall accept or hold any employment.
- The selected students are required to block their seats within the given scheduled time along with all the required documents & fees.
Ques. What are the documents required to be produced at the time of Viva Voce?
- Testimonials from two persons one of whom should be a former teacher of the candidate.
- Complete a list of subjects opted by the candidate for the certificates mentioned in the prospectus.
- A research proposal has to be submitted by the candidate.
- Foreign national candidates are required to submit a statement of purpose for the PhD program.
- A copy of at least one of the published papers of the candidate, if any, which he or she considers to be the most representative of his or her intellectual interest and ability.
Ques. What is the syllabus of a PhD (Life Science) entrance examination in JNU?
- Candidates will be tested in their basic knowledge on Research Methodology and core subjects of life and Biological Sciences.
- The test will include questions based on research methodology/ experimental techniques related to life /biological Sciences research.
- The test will also consist of subject specific questions encompassing different branches of Life/ Biological Sciences which are taught at the post graduate level in various UGC affiliated universities.
- However there is no particular syllabus designed for the test but the candidates are advised to consult CSIR/UGC- NET JRF syllabus for guidance.
Ques. What is the course wise and category wise seat matrix for different UG courses?
| Course | UR | SC | ST | PwD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MBA | 30 | 11 | 6 | 4 |
| BA (Russian) | 28 | 10 | 5 | 4 |
| MCA | 23 | 9 | 4 | 3 |
| MA(Linguistics) | 15 | 6 | 3 | 2 |
| M.Tech (Computer Science and Technology) | 14 | 5 | 2 | 2 |
Ques. For admission in which courses Viva Voce is conducted in JNU?
Ques. How admissions are provided to foreign nationals in JNU?
- Self financing students.
- Under the cultural exchange fellowship program of Govt. of India governed through ICCR.
- As casual students to audit or credit the courses (not leading to award of any degree)
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