Does JMI accept CUET scores for all UG programs?

No. JMI accepts CUET UG scores for only 8 specific UG programs, primarily BA Hons in languages (Hindi, Urdu, Turkish, French, Spanish, Korean) and B.Sc Hons Applied Mathematics. All other UG programs at JMI require the JMI own entrance test. B.Tech requires JEE Main and B.Arch requires NATA.

Is CLAT accepted for BA LLB admission at JMI?

No. JMI Faculty of Law does not accept CLAT scores. Admission to the 5-year BA LLB (Hons) program is through JMIs own Common Entrance Test (CET), which was conducted on June 4, 2026. The program has 120 seats split equally between the general fee and self-financed fee categories.

What is the Muslim minority reservation at JMI?

JMI is a Minority Institution under Article 30(1) of the Constitution. It reserves 30% of seats for Muslim minority candidates and an additional 10% of seats exclusively for Muslim women in every program. The remaining seats are open to all communities on merit. JMI does not implement the 10% EWS reservation as it is exempt from that provision.

Does JMI B.Tech admission go through JoSAA counselling?

No. JMI is not part of JoSAA counselling. B.Tech admission at JMI uses the universitys own multi-round counselling process at admission.jmi.ac.in. Candidates must separately apply at the JMI portal after JEE Main results. A valid JEE Main Paper 1 score is mandatory.

What is the application fee for JMI admission 2026?

The application fee is INR 1,000 for programs in Engineering, Law, Management, Architecture, and Dentistry. It is INR 700 for all other faculties including Humanities, Sciences, Fine Arts, and Education. Fees are to be paid online at admission.jmi.ac.in.

What JEE Main rank is required for JMI B.Tech Computer Science Engineering?

In 2025, the Round 1 closing rank for the General category in CSE at JMI was 17,752. By Round 2, the closing rank extended to 42,668. Muslim minority category candidates were admitted at relatively higher ranks. For 2026, the cutoff will depend on JEE Main 2026 scores and total applicants. The official cutoff will be published on admission.jmi.ac.in with each selection list.

Can final year graduation students apply for JMI PG programs?

Yes. Students appearing in their final year bachelors degree examination are eligible to apply for JMI PG programs 2026. However, admission is provisional. The final marksheet showing at least 50% aggregate must be submitted by the date specified in the admission notice. Failure to meet the eligibility marks results in cancellation of the provisional admission.

Is there a management quota or direct admission at JMI?

No. Jamia Millia Islamia is a Central Government University. It does not offer a management quota, NRI quota, or any form of direct paid admission. All seats are allocated through the entrance test merit list and the universitys reservation policy. No seat can be obtained by paying a capitation fee.

How does the internal (Jamia school) quota work?

JMI reserves 5% of seats in most programs for candidates who have studied in Jamias own schools (covering nursery through Class 12) or who are wards of JMI employees. These candidates must still appear in the relevant entrance test. Seats are allotted from the internal quota pool based on merit within that category. Candidates must submit valid school or employment proof at the time of document verification.

What documents are needed at the time of JMI admission document verification?

Candidates must bring original and self-attested copies of: Class 10 certificate, Class 12 marksheet and certificate, graduation marksheets (for PG), JEE Main/CUET/GATE scorecard (where applicable), JMI entrance test admit card, category certificate (Muslim minority, SC/ST, PwD, J&K domicile, Jamia internal as applicable), recent passport photographs, and Aadhaar card. The document list for each program is published on admission.jmi.ac.in with the selection list.

Jamia Millia Islamia University MA: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Collegedunia Team

Content Curator | Updated on - Jul 24, 2026

Jamia Millia Islamia offers a 2-year full-time MA across 20-plus specializations spanning humanities, social sciences, and professional disciplines. Specializations include Arabic, English, Hindi, Urdu, Persian, Sanskrit, Islamic Studies, History, Sociology, Political Science, Economics, Education, Mass Communication, Applied Psychology, Human Resource Management, Social Work, Gender Studies, and International Relations. Total fees range from INR 19,550 to INR 22,210 for most programs. Admission is through CUET PG. NIRF 2025 ranks JMI 4th among all universities nationally.

📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Admission based on CUET PG 2026 scores is expected to be finalised by August 2026.

Key Points

JMI MA covers 20-plus specializations, including rare options such as Conflict Analysis, Persian, Sanskrit, Development Communication, and Gender Studies that are unavailable at many Delhi colleges.
The AJK Mass Communication Research Centre at JMI runs the MA Mass Communication and MA Development Communication programs, providing access to one of India’s pioneering media research environments.
MA programs in Arabic, Urdu, and Islamic Studies benefit from JMI’s founding mandate as a central minority institution, giving these departments among the strongest faculty depth and library collections in the country.

JMI MA Fees 2026

JMI MA fees are highly affordable, reflecting its status as a central government university. Most mainstream specializations cost under INR 22,000 for the full 2-year program. Fee structures for self-financed or specialized programs may vary. Confirm the exact fee for each specialization in the official prospectus at admission.jmi.ac.in before applying.

Specialization	Total Fees
MA Economics	INR 20,350
MA History	INR 20,350
MA Political Science	INR 20,350
MA Education	INR 22,210
MA Applied Psychology	INR 19,550
MA Arabic / Urdu / Hindi / English / Persian / Sanskrit	INR 19,550 to INR 20,350
MA Mass Communication / Development Communication	Not Disclosed
MA Social Work / HRM / Gender Studies / International Relations	Not Disclosed

Fees are subject to change. Verify at official sources.

JMI MA Admission 2026

Important Dates

Event	Date
CUET PG 2026 Exam	March to April 2026
JMI Application Portal Opens	20 February 2026
JMI Application Deadline (CUET PG)	30 June 2026
Merit List Declaration	July to August 2026
Counselling and Admission	August 2026

Dates are for the 2026-27 cycle only.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline from a recognised university with minimum 45% to 50% aggregate depending on the specialization (45% for reserved categories).
CUET PG 2026 score is required for most MA specializations. Register at cuetpg.ntaonline.in before the CUET PG deadline.
For MA Applied Psychology, a relevant graduation background in psychology, life sciences, or social sciences is preferred.

Admission Process

Register for CUET PG 2026 through the NTA portal and appear for the relevant subject test.
Apply separately on the JMI admission portal at admission.jmi.ac.in by 30 June 2026.
JMI prepares a merit list based on normalized CUET PG scores for each specialization.
Shortlisted candidates are called for document verification and seat allotment.
Complete fee payment and enrollment formalities at the respective department to confirm admission.

JMI MA vs Other Colleges

Here is how JMI MA compares with similar central university MA programs on fees, exams, cutoff, and outcomes.

College	Fees	Exams	Cutoff	Salary	CD Rating
JMI, New Delhi	19.5 K to 22.2 K	CUET PG	CUET PG merit list (varies by subject)	Not Disclosed	4.1/5
JNU, New Delhi	692	CUET PG	32 to 99 percentile (2025, varies by subject)	Not Disclosed	4.2/5
University of Hyderabad	18.4 K onwards	CUET PG + Interview	First class graduation + CUET PG score	Not Disclosed	4.1/5
BHU, Varanasi	Not Disclosed	CUET PG	Not Disclosed	Not Disclosed	4.4/5

✓ Opt for this if

You want a Delhi-based central university MA at under INR 25,000 total
Your subject is Arabic, Urdu, Islamic Studies, or Persian and you want the best faculty depth
You are targeting a career in public policy, journalism, or civil services from a well-recognised campus
You want access to Delhi’s research libraries, internship ecosystem, and media industry

✗ Skip if

You cleared CUET PG at high percentile and qualify for JNU or Hyderabad University
Your subject requires cutting-edge lab infrastructure rather than library and seminar-based study
You need campus placement support, which is limited for arts and humanities at JMI

JMI MA Scholarships 2026

JMI MA students are eligible for government and university scholarships covering merit, minority community status, and financial need.

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility	Deadline
Mushirul Hasan Merit Cum Means Scholarship	Not Disclosed	MA students with merit and financial need at JMI	Annual announcement
Maulana Azad National Fellowship	INR 5,000 to INR 20,000/year	Minority community students	NSP portal deadline
NSP Post-Matric Scholarship	Not Disclosed	SC/ST/OBC/EWS students	NSP portal deadline
ONGC Merit Scholarship	Not Disclosed	All categories, merit-based	Annual
Reliance Foundation Scholarship	Not Disclosed	PG students, merit-cum-need	Annual

Verify current amounts and deadlines at jmi.ac.in.

Jamia Millia Islamia University MA Ranking

Ranking Agency	Latest	Previous
	#295 out of 300 (2026) #47th New Delhi #47 Delhi NCR	-
	#21 out of 50 (2020) #11th New Delhi #11 Delhi NCR	#22 out of 50 (2019) #12th New Delhi #12 Delhi NCR

JMI MA FAQs

Ques. How does JMI MA compare with JNU MA in terms of academic experience and research culture?

Ans. Both are Delhi central universities with strong MA programs. JNU is globally renowned for political theory, international relations, and social sciences, with a culture of open debate and interdisciplinary seminars. JMI MA has distinctive strength in Arabic, Urdu, Islamic Studies, and Mass Communication, with a smaller campus that allows closer faculty interaction. JNU fees at INR 692 total are even lower. If your subject is offered well at both, CUET PG scores will determine the realistic choice.

Ques. Is a CUET PG score mandatory for all JMI MA specializations?

Ans. For most JMI MA programs, admission is based on CUET PG scores submitted through the NTA portal. Some specializations may have additional eligibility requirements such as a subject-specific graduation background. Register for CUET PG on the NTA portal and apply separately on admission.jmi.ac.in. Check the official JMI prospectus for the complete list of CUET-based and JMI entrance-based MA programs for the 2026-27 session.

Ques. What career paths are JMI MA graduates in Social Work or HRM typically pursuing?

Ans. MA Social Work graduates from JMI typically pursue roles in NGOs, government social welfare departments, CSR teams, and international development organisations. MA HRM graduates move into corporate HR functions at mid-size companies in the Delhi NCR region. Both tracks benefit from JMI’s location in South Delhi, close to embassies, think tanks, and social sector organisations that offer internships during the program.

Ques. Does JMI MA in Mass Communication lead to media industry placements?

Ans. JMI’s AJK Mass Communication Research Centre is one of India’s oldest media departments, established in 1982. MA Mass Communication and MA Development Communication students access television studios, radio facilities, and film production labs on campus. Alumni work across print, broadcast, and digital media organisations across India. Placement is through individual effort and departmental networks rather than a formal campus drive, so building a strong portfolio during the two years matters significantly.

Ques. Can students pursue a PhD at JMI after completing an MA there?

Ans. Yes. JMI encourages MA graduates to continue into its doctoral programs. Admission to PhD at JMI is through a separate entrance test or national-level fellowships such as UGC NET, CSIR NET, or GATE. An MA from JMI in the same subject is a strong foundation for a PhD application at JMI or at other central universities. JMI also offers MPhil to PhD integrated pathways in select departments in the humanities and social sciences.