Jawaharlal Nehru University - [JNU]

New Delhi, Delhi NCR Government Estd 1969 Updated Aug 2026

NIRF #2 Arts Computer Applications Education Engineering

4.2 out of 10 · 240 reviews

Website

Annual fees ₹692

Average package ₹11 L

Highest package ₹33 L

Student rating 4.2 / 10

Courses offered 21

At a glance

Established 1969

Ownership Government

Campus New Delhi, Delhi NCR

Courses 21 on record

Student reviews 240

About Jawaharlal Nehru University - [JNU]

JNU Overview

Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) was established in 1969. The University Grants Commission (UGC) recognizes it as a University of Merit.

The National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) has awarded JNU an A++ grade. In the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) rankings 2025, JNU is placed 7th in the overall category.

CollegeHunt rankings 2025 have ranked JNU 100th in the Engineering category.

Popular Courses and Fees

JNU offers a range of courses including MA Political Science, MA International Relations, BA (Hons.), M.Tech, and PhD. The total fees for the first year vary by course.

Course	Total Fees (1st Year)
MA Political Science	INR 689
MA International Relations	INR 689
BA (Hons.)	INR 957.5
M.Tech	INR 737
PhD	INR 444.5

Admission Process

The admission cycle at JNU occurs once a year, from March to August. Admissions are based on several entrance exams.

CUET
CUET-PG
GAT-B
CAT
JNUEE
JEE Main

The counseling bodies involved in the admission process are JoSAA, CSAB, DASA, and CCMT.

Important Dates

Admission status for postgraduate (PG) and undergraduate (UG) programs has been scheduled. PG admissions are scheduled for May 2026, and UG admissions are scheduled for July 2026.

JNU conducts its own entrance test for PhD programs, known as the JNUEE.

Schools at JNU

The university has 21 schools across various disciplines. These schools cover a wide range of academic fields.

Courses & fees

Course	Duration	Total fees
Master of Arts [MA] Graduation with 45% + CUET PG	2 Years	₹ 692
Master of Arts [MA] (Political Science)	—	₹ 692
Ph.D Post Graduation+NET	3 Years	₹ 1,025 - 1,031
Ph.D. (Law and Governance)	—	₹ 1,031
Master of Science [M.Sc] Graduation with 55% + GAT B	2 Years	₹ 692
Master of Science [M.Sc] (Biotechnology)	—	₹ 692

Placements

Highest package ₹33 L

Average package ₹11 L

NIRF ranking

Ranked within each category, not overall.

University · 2025 #2

Overall · 2025 #9

Research · 2025 #21

Frequently asked questions

What are the fees at Jawaharlal Nehru University - [JNU]?

Fees at Jawaharlal Nehru University - [JNU] start from ₹692 per year, depending on the course. The Courses & Fees tab lists the programme-wise figures.

What is the admission process for Jawaharlal Nehru University - [JNU]?

JNU Admission 2026 at Jawaharlal Nehru University follows a multi-route model. UG and most PG programmes admit through CUET scores from NTA. MBA uses CAT and PhD requires NET, JRF, or GATE scores.  JNU is a central government university with no management quota. Its deprivation points system adds up to 12 bonus ma…

What is the placement record at Jawaharlal Nehru University - [JNU]?

At Jawaharlal Nehru University - [JNU], the highest package recorded is ₹ 3,300,000 and the average package is ₹ 1,100,000. See the Placement tab for the full figures.

Where is Jawaharlal Nehru University - [JNU] located?

Jawaharlal Nehru University - [JNU] is located in New Delhi, Delhi NCR. Address: New Mehrauli Road, JNU Ring Rd, New Delhi India.

Is Jawaharlal Nehru University - [JNU] a government or private college?

Jawaharlal Nehru University - [JNU] is listed as a government institution in New Delhi. It was established in 1969.

What is the NIRF ranking of Jawaharlal Nehru University - [JNU]?

Jawaharlal Nehru University - [JNU] appears in the NIRF listing at rank #2. NIRF ranks are published within a category, not as one overall order.

What courses does Jawaharlal Nehru University - [JNU] offer?

Jawaharlal Nehru University - [JNU] lists 13 programmes. The Courses & Fees tab shows each one with its fee.

How do I apply to Jawaharlal Nehru University - [JNU]?

Applications are made through the official website (jnu.ac.in) or, for entrance-based courses, the relevant counselling authority. You can also use the Apply button on this page to request a callback.