About the College
Everything you need to know about Jawaharlal Nehru University
Executive Summary
Top-ranked central university (NIRF 2025 University #2, Overall #9; NAAC A++). Famous for PG/research programmes and low tuition for arts/sciences; B.Tech/MBA fee structures differ.
- Established
- 1969
- NIRF
- #9 · Overall
- Fees
- ₹268 – ₹1.4L
- Avg Package
- ₹9.5 LPA
- Campus
- 1019 acres
Overview
Jawaharlal Nehru University is a central research university founded in 1969 on a ~1,019-acre campus in New Delhi. It is renowned for social sciences, international studies, languages, and sciences, with highly subsidised academic fees and strong national rankings.
Quick facts
- Type
- Government
- City
- New Delhi
- Established
- 1969
- NAAC
- A++
- NIRF / Rank
- #9
- Fees
- ₹268 – ₹1.4L
- Avg package
- ₹9.5 LPA
- Hostel
- Available
- Approvals
- UGC
Campus gallery
Rankings
NIRF · 2025
#9
Overall
Score 69.62
NIRF · 2025
#2
University
Retained #2 after IISc
NIRF · 2025
#21
Research Institutions
Score 56.06
NAAC · 2024
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Accreditation
A++ CGPA 3.62; valid to 24-10-2031
Accreditation & Affiliations
- NAAC
- A++
- UGC
- Recognized
Affiliations
Central University under JNU Act; UGC ‘University of Excellence’ recognition cited in public sources.
Courses & Fees
Detailed fee breakdown, courses offered, and ROI analysis
College ROI
Courses & Fees
| Course | Duration | Annual Fee | Seats | Entrance | JEE Cutoff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B.A. (Hons.) Foreign Languages | 3 years | ₹216 | — | CUET (UG) | — |
| B.Sc (Ayurveda Biology) | As per prospectus | ₹216 | — | CUET (UG) | — |
| B.Tech | 4 years | — | — | JEE Main | — |
| M.A. / M.Sc | 2 years | ₹216 | — | CUET (PG) | — |
| MBA (ABVSME) | 2 years | — | — | CAT | — |
| Ph.D. | Variable | — | — | UGC-NET/JRF + viva / school process | — |
Scholarships
Other applicable scholarships
- National Scholarship Portal (NSP) - Post Matric
Up to ₹20,000/year + fee reimbursement · Deadline: 2026-10-31
- Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship (CSSS)
₹12,000/year (UG), ₹20,000/year (PG) · Deadline: 2026-11-30
- Pragati Scholarship for Girls (AICTE)
₹50,000/year · Deadline: 2026-12-15
- Post Matric Scholarship for Minorities
Fee + maintenance allowance · Deadline: 2026-10-15
- PM Scholarship Scheme (PMSS)
₹2,000-3,000/month · Deadline: 2026-11-15
Admissions
Eligibility, entrance exams, application process, and cutoffs
Admission Process
Entrance exams
Eligibility
BA/BSc
10+2 with programme-specific CUET papers (typically ~45%+ as per prospectus)
MA/MSc
Bachelor's with minimum marks as per school + CUET (PG)
B.Tech
Class 12 PCM + JEE Main
Ph.D.
NET/JRF or school-specified criteria + viva
Application steps
- 1Entrance examinationAppear in CUET/JEE Main/CAT/NET as applicable.
- 2Online registrationApply separately on JNU admissions portal after results.
- 3Counselling / allotmentCheck merit lists (including deprivation points where applicable).
- 4Document verification & fee paymentComplete document verification, fee payment, and hostel application (subject to availability).
Placements
Placement statistics, top recruiters, and career outcomes
Placements 2026–2027
Average Package
₹9.5 LPA
Reviews & Campus Life
Student reviews, campus facilities, faculty, and alumni
Campus & Infrastructure
Campus area: 1019 acres
Laboratories
Library
Sports
Medical
Amenities
Facilities
Primarily residential research university on the Southern Ridge / Aravalli landscape.
Hostel
Hostel accommodation available
Nominal room rent; mess charges extra (~monthly actuals). Hostel not guaranteed with admission. room_rent_single_annual_inr: 240; room_rent_double_annual_inr: 120
Faculty
703 academic staff
8,196 students
Student–faculty ratio 1:12
Latest news & admission updates
Admission updates
Latest counselling and application timelines relevant to Jawaharlal Nehru University and Delhi NCR.
Exam updates
CUET, JEE Main, NEET, CLAT, CAT, and IPU CET alerts for NCR admissions.
Scholarships
Merit and need-based aid options for Delhi NCR students.
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