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    JNU PG Admission 2026 (Started): Merit List (June 25), Seat Allotment & Selection Process
    • JNU PG Admission 2026 (Started): Merit List (June 25), Seat Allotment & Selection Process

    JNU PG Admission 2026 (Started): Merit List (June 25), Seat Allotment & Selection Process

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    Vishwas GariaUpdated on 18 Jun 2026, 11:10 AM IST

    The Jawaharlal Nehru University will release the JNU PG 2026 first merit list on June 25 at jnu.ac.in. The shortlisted candidates in the JNU PG 2026 merit list should pay the admission gee before the deadline, June 27. Students can download the JNU PG first merit list pdf by visiting the offiical website. Candidates can check the details about the JNU PG courses at information brochure.

    This Story also Contains

    1. JNU PG Admission 2026 Highlights
    2. JNU PG Admission Dates 2026
    3. JNU PG 2026 Eligibility Criteria
    4. JNU PG Information Bulletin 2026
    5. JNU PG 2026 Application Form
    6. JNU PG Counselling Process 2026
    7. JNU PG Cut Off 2026
    JNU PG Admission 2026 (Started): Merit List (June 25), Seat Allotment & Selection Process
    JNU PG Admission 2026

    Admission to JNU post-graduate is done through the CUET PG 2026. The Jawaharlal Nehru University offers admission in varied courses under the MA, MSc and MCom streams. The JNU will release the number of merit lists for admission in courses. The final admission in the JNU will be done after the complete document verification and fee payment.

    JNU PG Admission 2026 Highlights

    ParticularsDetails

    Name of the University

    Jawaharlal Nehru University

    Mode of Admission

    Through CUET PG scores

    Streams

    MA, MSc

    Official Website

    jnu.ac.in

    JNU PG Admission Dates 2026

    Candidates can track the JNU PG application and merit list dates from the table below. This table helps to track the dates easily.

    JNU PG Admission Dates 2026

    EventsDates

    Online Submission of Application Form

    May 25 to June 15, 2026

    Correction of particulars of Online Application Form on website only

    June 16 to 17, 2026

    Publication of First Merit Lists for Admissions

    June 25, 2026

    Pre-enrolment registration and payment of fee with blocking of seats of First List

    June 25 to 27, 2026

    Publication of Second Merit Lists for Admissions

    July 3, 2026

    Pre-enrolment registration and payment of fee with blocking of seats of Second List

    July 3 to 5, 2026

    Physical Verification of Admission/Registration of selected candidates

    July 9, 10, 13, 14, 15, 16 and 17

    Release of Last and Final call for expression of willingness for admission against vacant seats

    July 23 to 25, 2026

    Publication of last and final list for admissionJuly 31, 2026

    Pre-enrolment registration and payment of fee with blocking of seats of Final list

    July 31 to August 2, 2026

    Physical verification of Admission/Registration for Final List of selected candidates

    August 6 and 7, 2026

    Deadline for Admission/Registration

    August 10, 2026

    JNU PG Spot Admission Dates

    Last Date to Express Willingness

    August 2026

    Physical verification

    August 2026

    Last date for the admission process

    August 2026

    JNU PG 2026 Eligibility Criteria

    The JNU eligibility criteria 2026 depends upon the courses. Different courses provided by the JNU, along with their eligibility as well as the CUET PG subject code, are tabulated below.

    PG CoursesEligibility CriteriaSubject Code

    MA Politics (with specialization in International Relations) - PISM

    Bachelor‘s degree in any discipline under 10+2+3 pattern of education with at least 50% marks.

    HUQP18

    MA in International Relations and Area Studies – IRAM

    MA Economics (with specialization in World Economy) – EILM

    (i) Bachelor‘s degree in Economics (Honours) with at least 50% marks in aggregate; or (ii) Any other Bachelor's degree with at least 60% marks in aggregate and Economics as a subject. Mathematics at the level of 12th standard is compulsory.

    COQP10

    MA Persian – PERM

    Bachelor‘s degree in any discipline under 10+2+3 pattern of education with at least 45% marks with adequate proficiency in the concerned language.

    LAQP30

    MA Pashto – PUSM

    LAQP29

    MA Arabic – ARBM

    LAQP05

    MA German Literature – GRLM

    LAQP12

    MA Hindi – HNDM

    LAQP02

    MA Urdu – URDM

    LAQP37

    MA English – ENGM

    Bachelor‘s degree in any discipline under 10+2+3 pattern of education with at least 50% marks.

    LAQP01

    MSc Life Sciences –SLSM

    Bachelor‘s (B.Sc. or B.Tech or equivalent) in Biological, Physical or Agricultural Sciences or Biotechnology under the 10+2+3 pattern of education with at least 55% marks.

    SCQP17

    MA EconomicsECOM

    Bachelor's degree in any discipline under 10+2+3 pattern of education with at least 50% marks. Knowledge of Mathematics at 10+2 level is expected and will be tested for in the Entrance Examination.

    COQP10

    MA SociologySOCM

    Bachelor‘s degree in any discipline under 10+2+3 pattern of education with at least 45% marks.

    HUQP22

    MA PhilosophySPHM

    HUQP16

    MA GeographyGEOM

    HUQP08

    MSc Physics- SPSM

    Bachelor‘s degree (with Physics, Mathematics as main subjects) under the 10+2+3 pattern of education with 55% marks in the aggregate or in Physics Honours.

    SCQP24

    MSc Chemistry – CHEM

    Bachelor‘s degree (with Chemistry as one of the subjects) under the 10+2+3 pattern of education with 55% marks in the aggregate (or in Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics combined), or in Chemistry Honours.

    SCQP08

    MSc Mathematics – MATM

    Bachelor‘s degree in Mathematics under the 10+2+3/4 system with at least 55% marks or equivalent, Or B.Tech or B.E. in any of the Engineering disciplines with a CGPA of at least 6.0 out of 10.0 (or equivalent percentage).

    SCQP19

    JNU PG Information Bulletin 2026

    Jawaharlal Nehru University has released the JNU PG 2026 information bulletin on its official website. The JNU PG information bulletin helps candidates to understand the requirements for the CUET PG 2026 exam, including subject paper codes and university selection criteria. In addition to exam details, the JNU PG information bulletin includes seat matrix, fee structure, and mandatory documents for physical verification. Furthermore, the JNU PG information bulletin for 2026 provides information about hostel facilities and scholarship opportunities.

    JNU PG 2026 Application Form

    Jawaharlal Nehru University has released the JNU PG 2026 application form on May 25. Applicants must fill out the JNU PG form before the last date to avoid any last moment rush. The steps below help to fill the form easily.

    • Visit the online JNU admission portal - jnu.ac.in.

    • Apply for “Online Registration” using a unique email ID and mobile no.

    • Fill out the application form with details like personal, educational, address and other information.

    • Uploading of scanned photo and signature.

    • Pay the application fee using the SBI/ Canara Bank payment gateway.

    • Download and print copies of the confirmation page after the successful application form and fee for future reference.

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    JNU PG 2026 Reservation Criteria

    CategpryReservation Criteria

    OBC

    27%

    SC

    15%

    ST

    7.5%

    PwD

    5%

    EWS

    10% (who do not fall under SCs, STs and OBCs)

    JNU PG Counselling Process 2026

    The counselling for the JNU PG will be done on the basis of CUET PG marks. To take part in the JNU 2026 counselling, applicants must fill out the form within the stipulated time.

    • Fill the JNU PG application form

    • The university releases the merit list

    • Qualified candidates must complete the pre-enrolment registration and pay the fee to block their seats.

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    JNU PG Cut Off 2026

    The JNU will release the PG cut-offs in different rounds. It is the minimum marks required to take part in the JNU PG counselling. The cut-off depends on several factors.

    JNU PG 2025 Cut Off

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    JNU PG first cut off

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    JNU PG second cut-off list

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    JNU PG 2024 Cut Off

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    JNU PG Merit List 2026

    Jawaharlal Nehru University will release the JNU PG first merit list on June 25, 2026. The university may release 3 to 4 JNU merit lists based on the availability of the seats and applicants. The JNU merit list 2026 includes the names of the candidates who have qualified for admission. Qualified candidates from the subsequent merit list will be invited for the document verification.

    JNU PG 2026 Document Verification

    • CUET PG 2026 result

    • Degree/Provisional certificate of the qualifying examination

    • Anti-ragging affidavit

    • Class 12th mark sheet and certificate

    • Migration certificate

    • A passport-sized photograph

    • Category certificate

    • Character certificate (from the last attended institution)

    • Class 10th mark sheet and certificate

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    Note- Applicants must bring the xerox copies of all the certificates along with the original ones.

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Q: When will the JNU PG application form 2026 be out?
    A:

    The Jawaharlal Nehru University has released the JNU PG application form on May 25.

    Q: Where can I fill out the JNU PG 2026 application form?
    A:

    Students can fill out the application form at jnu.ac.in.

    Q: When will the JNU PG 2026 first merit list be published?
    A:

    The university will publish the JNU PG first merit list on June 25, 2026.

    Q: How is the admission in Post Graduate courses done in the JNU?
    A:

    The admission in JNU PG will be done through the CUET PG scores.

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