Jamia Millia Islamia University BA {Hons.} Social Work: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

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The BA (Hons.) Social Work at Jamia Millia Islamia University is a 4-year full-time undergraduate programme offered by the Department of Social Work under the Faculty of Social Sciences. Structured across 8 semesters, the course combines theoretical knowledge with extensive fieldwork, covering areas such as community development, social welfare administration, human rights, child welfare, healthcare social work, and social policy. With 40 seats and an annual fee of Rs. 10,175, the programme is one of the most affordable Social Work Honours degrees at a central university in India. The programme is popular among students aspiring for careers in NGOs, government welfare departments, international organisations (UNICEF, WHO, UNDP), and social entrepreneurship.

Admissions for the 2026-27 session are conducted through the JMI Entrance Test. The JMI application window for 2026-27 was open from February 20 to April 2, 2026 (extended deadline), with entrance tests commencing from April 26, 2026 onwards. Admit cards were released from April 17, 2026 onwards.

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The programme integrates classroom learning with mandatory fieldwork, including a Rural Camp in Semester V (Rs. 6,000 additional fee).
Students gain hands-on experience through field placements in NGOs, hospitals, government welfare agencies, and community organisations.
The Department of Social Work at JMI also offers MA Social Work and MA Human Resource Management for postgraduate studies.
Field work-related travel expenses are borne by students themselves.
JMI's central university status ensures access to UGC-funded scholarships and fellowships.
The programme follows the NEP 2020 framework with a 4-year structure and multiple exit options.

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01 May, 2026 Jamia Millia Islamia Admission 2026 is ongoing. The university entrance tests are scheduled till June 5, 2026.

23 Feb, 2026 Jamia Millia Islamia BA {Hons.} Social Work Fee Structure 2026 has been released. The total academic fee is ₹ 40,700 .

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JMI BA (Hons.) Social Work Fees

The BA (Hons.) Social Work is a regular (government-funded) programme at JMI. The annual fee is Rs. 10,175, making the total course fee Rs. 40,700 for the 4-year duration. However, students should note that there are additional charges for fieldwork activities, including a Rural Camp fee of Rs. 6,000 in Semester V. Field work-related travel expenses are also borne by students. There are no management quota seats; all admissions are merit-based.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Per Year (INR)	Total (4 Years) (INR)
Tuition Fee	7,200	28,800
Development / Other Academic Charges	2,975	11,900
Total Academic Fee	10,175	40,700
Rural Camp Fee (Semester V, one-time)	-	6,000
Field Work Fee (Year I-IV, Rs. 500/semester)	1,000	4,000
Computer Lab Fee (Year IV, Rs. 250/semester)	500	500
Hostel Fee (Optional)	~12,550	~50,200
Total Fee (without Hostel, excluding fieldwork travel)	~11,175	~51,200
Total Fee (with Hostel, excluding fieldwork travel)	~23,725	~1,01,400

Rural Camp fee of Rs. 6,000 is payable in Semester V (one-time).
Field Work Fee increases by Rs. 500 per semester (Rs. 1,000 per year) for Years I-IV.
Computer Lab Fee of Rs. 250 per semester applies in Year IV only.
Field work-related travel expenses are borne by students themselves and are not included above.
Hostel fee is not mandatory and is charged separately.
Fees are paid semester-wise at the time of admission/re-admission.

JMI BA (Hons.) Social Work Admission 2026

Admissions to BA (Hons.) Social Work at JMI are conducted through the JMI Entrance Test. For 2026-27, the application process opened on February 20, 2026, and the last date was extended to April 2, 2026. The entrance test commenced from April 26, 2026 onwards. The admission process is merit-based, following JMI's reservation policy.

JMI Admission Dates 2026-27

Event	Date
JMI Application Form Opens	February 20, 2026
JMI Application Form Last Date (Extended)	April 2, 2026
Application Editing Window	April 3 - April 6, 2026
Admit Card Release	April 17, 2026 onwards
JMI Entrance Test Begins	April 26, 2026 onwards
Last Date to Submit Qualifying Exam Result	October 31, 2026
Admission Closes	End of October 2026

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent from a recognised Board/University.
Minimum 50% marks in aggregate in 10+2 (45% for SC/ST/PwD candidates).
Candidates appearing in 10+2 final exams are also eligible to apply provisionally.

Admission Process

Register and fill the JMI application form at admission.jmi.ac.in.
Appear for the JMI Entrance Test (General Test) for BA (Hons.) Social Work.
Negative marking of 0.25 marks applies for each wrong answer in the entrance test.
Merit list is prepared based on entrance test score following JMI's reservation policy.
Document verification and fee payment complete the admission process.
Reservation: Muslim Minority (50% seats), General (50% seats); within each, SC/ST/OBC/PwD sub-reservations apply as per UGC norms.

JMI BA (Hons.) Social Work Scholarships 2026

JMI students pursuing BA (Hons.) Social Work can avail a wide range of scholarships from central government, state government, and university-specific sources. Given the affordable fee structure, even modest scholarships can cover a significant portion of the annual cost. The DSW office at JMI actively facilitates scholarship applications.

Available Scholarships

Scholarship	Offered By	Eligibility	Amount
Post-Matric Scholarship for Minorities (NSP)	Ministry of Minority Affairs, Govt. of India	Muslim/Christian/Sikh/Buddhist/Parsi/Jain students with family income below Rs. 2 lakh	Up to Rs. 10,000/year
Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students (NSP)	Ministry of Social Justice, Govt. of India	SC students with family income below Rs. 2.5 lakh	Maintenance + tuition allowance
Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships (PM-USP CSSS)	Dept. of Higher Education, Govt. of India	Top 20 percentile in 10+2, family income below Rs. 8 lakh	Rs. 10,000/year (UG)
Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Scholarship	JMI (Internal)	JMI students based on merit and need	Variable (announced annually)
Jamia Teachers Association (JTA) Scholarship	JMI (Internal)	Meritorious and needy JMI students	Variable (announced annually)
ONGC Merit Scholarship	ONGC Foundation	SC/ST/OBC/General category students	Rs. 48,000/year
Reliance Foundation UG Scholarship	Reliance Foundation	First-year UG students with family income below Rs. 2.5 lakh	Up to Rs. 2 lakh total
State Government Scholarships	Various State Govts.	Students from respective states (SC/ST/OBC/Minority)	As per state norms

NSP scholarships are applied through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in).
JMI internal scholarships are notified by the DSW office; students must apply within the stipulated deadline.
Scholarship amounts and deadlines are announced annually; check jmi.ac.in/ADMINISTRATION/Dean-Students-Welfare for updates.
JMI employees' wards are exempt from tuition fees, which is an additional benefit.

JMI BA (Hons.) Social Work FAQs

Ques. What is the fieldwork component in BA (Hons.) Social Work at JMI, and how intensive is it?

Ans. Fieldwork is a core component of the BA Social Work programme at JMI. Students are placed in NGOs, hospitals, government welfare agencies, and community organisations for supervised field practice. In Semester V, students participate in a mandatory Rural Camp (additional fee of Rs. 6,000). Field work-related travel expenses are borne by students. The fieldwork component is what distinguishes Social Work from other humanities programmes and provides practical skills for employment.

Ques. What are the career options after BA (Hons.) Social Work from JMI?

Ans. Graduates can work in NGOs, government welfare departments (Ministry of Social Justice, Women and Child Development), hospitals (medical social workers), schools (school counsellors), corporate CSR departments, international organisations (UNICEF, WHO, UNDP, Save the Children), and social entrepreneurship. Many graduates also pursue MA Social Work at JMI or other universities, or appear for UPSC/state PSC exams where Social Work is an optional subject.

Ques. Is BA Social Work at JMI recognised for government jobs?

Ans. Yes, BA (Hons.) Social Work from JMI is a UGC-recognised degree from a central university. Graduates are eligible for government jobs in social welfare departments, child protection services, and other related fields. For higher-level government positions, MA Social Work is generally preferred. The degree is also recognised for NET/SET examinations in Social Work.

Ques. What is the difference between BA Social Work and BSW (Bachelor of Social Work)?

Ans. BA (Hons.) Social Work at JMI is equivalent to BSW in terms of content and career prospects. The BA (Hons.) nomenclature is used at JMI as it is offered under the Faculty of Social Sciences. Both degrees are recognised by the UGC and are eligible for MA Social Work admissions and government jobs in social welfare.

Ques. Does JMI have any tie-ups with NGOs or social organisations for fieldwork placements?

Ans. Yes, the Department of Social Work at JMI has established relationships with numerous NGOs, government agencies, hospitals, and community organisations in Delhi and NCR for student fieldwork placements. Students get exposure to diverse settings including urban slums, hospitals, schools, and rural communities during their field practice.

Ques. Can students from non-social science backgrounds apply for BA Social Work at JMI?

Ans. Yes, the eligibility criterion only requires passing 10+2 with 50% marks from a recognised board; there is no restriction on the stream (Science, Commerce, or Arts). Students from any background can apply for BA (Hons.) Social Work at JMI, as long as they meet the minimum percentage requirement and qualify the JMI Entrance Test.

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