Jamia Millia Islamia University PG Program Innovation And Corporate Entrepreneurship: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Jamia Nagar, New DelhiCentral UniversityEstd 1920NAAC Grade A++

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Total fees
INR 43,300
full course, no hostel
Median pay
INR 16 LPA
NIRF Management PG data
Cutoff
47
entrance score, General list two
Placement count
94
NIRF Management PG placed

About JMI PGDICE

Jamia Millia Islamia offers a one year, full-time PG Diploma in Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Design Thinking at its Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship. The course has 25 seats and takes students through the JMI entrance test and interview. JMI is a central university with NAAC A++ grade and a Centre set up to support innovation, start-ups and incubation. The full fee without hostel is INR 43,300. The JMI Management PG median pay in NIRF data is INR 16 LPA, with 94 students placed. The course page says students use industry visits, incubation visits, a co-working space and mentoring support.

JMI PGDICE Fees

The full course costs INR 43,300 without hostel and INR 79,300 with living cost. The tuition fee is INR 43,300. You pay the course fee for one academic session at admission. JMI allows fee payment online, by UPI or through bank payment. Living cost is separate and matters only if you rent a room near campus.

Fee headAmountHow it is charged
Course feeINR 43,300Full course, as published
Living near campusINR 36,000INR 3,600 a month, 10 months
Total, no hostelINR 43,300Full course
Total with hostelINR 79,300Full course

JMI PGDICE Admission Dates 2027

The 2027 form is expected in Feb 2027 and the last date to apply is expected in Mar 2027. The entrance test is expected in Apr 2027 and classes are expected to start in Jul 2027. Watch the admission portal because JMI posts the interview list and selected list there.

EventDateStatus
Application registration, last date to applyFeb 2027 to Mar 2027Tentative
Form edit windowApr 2027Tentative
Admit cardApr 2027Tentative
Entrance testApr 2027Tentative
Result and interview listMay 2027Tentative
Interview or group discussionJun 2027Tentative
Admission counselling and selected candidates listJun 2027Tentative
Fee payment and document checkJul 2027Tentative
Classes startJul 2027Tentative

JMI PGDICE Eligibility

You need a bachelor degree with at least 50% marks or an equal grade. The degree can be in any subject. JMI checks this when you complete admission. If your final result is not ready by the set date, you lose the seat.

RequirementWhat you need
DegreeBachelor degree in any subject
Marks50% marks or an equal grade
RouteJMI entrance test, then interview or group discussion
DocumentsDegree marksheet, age proof, category proof if used

JMI PGDICE Admission Process

JMI opens the online form and then holds the entrance test. You download the admit card from the admission portal. JMI then posts the interview list, holds the interview or group discussion, and posts the selected list. If selected, you pay the fee and bring the papers for document check.

StepWhat you do
1. Fill JMI formUse the admission portal and choose G13
2. Take the testBring admit card and valid ID
3. Check interview listJMI posts it on the admission portal
4. Attend interviewCarry copies and originals if called
5. Pay and reportComplete fee payment and document check by the listed date

JMI PGDICE Cutoff

The General score in the second selected list was 47 and the Muslim category score was 29.25 in 2025. Muslim OBC or Muslim ST closed at 22.25. These scores came after the JMI entrance test. A safer score is higher than the selected list score.

CategoryClosing scoreList and year
General47Second selected list, 2025
Muslim29.25Second selected list, 2025
Muslim OBC or Muslim ST22.25Second selected list, 2025

JMI PGDICE Placements

JMI does not publish a clean pay report for this diploma. The NIRF Management PG data shows INR 16 LPA median pay and 94 placed students for the latest graduating batch. Use that as a campus pay signal, not a promise for this diploma. The course is built around start-up work and mentoring.

MetricValue
Median payINR 16 LPA, NIRF Management PG data
Students placed94
Higher studies11 students
Course supportIndustry visits, incubation visits and mentoring

JMI PGDICE Scholarships

Four support options can cut the fee by INR 10,000 to INR 30,000 in this page estimate. JMI reports tuition fee support in its NIRF data and the central scholarship portal handles national schemes. You need income papers, category papers or EWS proof, based on the scheme.

ScholarshipWho can get itAmount or waiver
JMI fee supportEWS students or low-income studentsINR 20,000
Central Sector SchemeFamily income up to INR 8 Lakhs a yearINR 10,000
Post-matric supportSC or ST students with income proofINR 20,000
OBC supportOBC-NCL students with income proofINR 10,000

JMI PGDICE Ranking

JMI has NAAC A++ and NIRF placed it #3 among universities in 2025. The NIRF Management data also lists the PG intake and pay figures used on this page. NAAC grades the university. NIRF ranks the university and its subject data.

Ranking bodyYearRank or grade
NIRF University2025#3
NAAC2021A++
NIRF Management data2026INR 16 LPA median pay

JMI PGDICE Course Structure

The course takes two semesters and uses design thinking, entrepreneurship and innovation work. Students get mentoring, workshops, industry visits and incubation visits. The centre page says students also use a co-working space and work with the Institution's Innovation Council.

PartWhat you study
Semester 1Entrepreneurship basics, innovation tools and design thinking
Semester 2Venture work, mentoring, workshops and project work
Campus supportCo-working space and incubation visits
Linked bodyInstitution's Innovation Council at JMI

Should you pick PGDICE at JMI?

This course suits students who want to test a start-up idea before a longer management degree.

Pick it if:
You want start-up support: JMI gives mentoring, incubation visits and a co-working space through its innovation centre.
You need a short course: the diploma takes two semesters, so you return to work or study fast.
You can handle a test and interview: JMI uses both steps before the selected list comes out.
You want a low fee: INR 43,300 is low against the INR 16 LPA campus pay signal.
Skip it if:
You want a placement promise: JMI does not publish diploma pay, so treat INR 16 LPA as a campus signal.
You need a full MBA: this is a one year diploma, not a two year management degree.
Your score is near 47: keep a backup because the General list two score may move.
You cannot attend the interview: missing the called round means JMI can leave you out of selection.
Counsellor's advice
Take it if you want a low-cost start-up course and can accept no diploma pay report. If you need a campus job promise, choose a longer management degree.
PGDICE Eligibility▾
Degree needed: Bachelor degree in any subject from a recognised university.
Marks needed: 50% marks in total, or an equal grade.
Exam needed: JMI entrance test for G13, followed by interview or group discussion.
Proof needed: Bring mark sheet, age proof and category proof if you use reservation.
PGDICE Admission Process▾
Fill the form: Apply on the JMI admission portal and choose the G13 course.
Download admit card: Print it from the portal and carry valid ID to the test.
Write the test: JMI uses the entrance test score to call students for interview.
Attend interview: Bring copies and originals if your roll number appears in the call list.
Pay and report: Pay the fee and finish document check by the date on your selected list.

PGDICE Admission Dates 2027

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The 2027 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2026. A date marked Confirmed is official.

Tentative
Feb 2027 to Mar 2027
Application registration, last date to apply
The last date to apply is expected in Mar 2027.
Tentative
Apr 2027
Form edit window
Use this to fix details before the test card is made.
Tentative
Apr 2027
Admit card
Print the card and carry it with valid ID.
Tentative
Apr 2027
Entrance test
The test is expected in the same month as the last cycle.
Tentative
May 2027
Result and interview list
JMI posts the list on the admission portal.
Tentative
Jun 2027
Interview and group discussion
Called students bring admit card and papers.
Tentative
Jun 2027
Admission counselling and selected candidates list
Selection depends on merit and JMI reservation rules.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Fee payment, last date
You lose the seat if the fee is not paid by the listed date.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Reporting and document check
Bring originals and copies for the centre office.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Classes start
The diploma classes are expected after document check.

Source: JMI prospectus and entrance schedule. Confirm on the official site before you act.

JMI PGDICE Fees 2027

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This is the full 1-year cost, not one semester. Turn on the toggle to add hostel and living cost.

Course fee
Full course, as published
INR 43,300
Add hostel + living
Hostel and living
Per month × 10, INR 3,600 a month
INR 36,000
Total course fee
INR 43,300
1 years · course fee, hostel not added
Total course fee
INR 79,300
1 years · course fee + hostel and living
Education loan EMI
INR 730
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
3695%
average first-year pay INR 16 LPA vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 1,337
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
2018%
average first-year pay INR 16 LPA vs the full fee

Source: JMI prospectus. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Will your score get you a seat at JMI?

Pick your category and list. The cutoff ranges use published JMI selected-list scores.

Category
List
General · List 1
55 or above: yes, you are in. Keep papers ready.
47 to 54: almost there. Wait for the next list.
Below 47: not this list. Keep a backup ready.
General · List 2
50 or above: yes, you are in. Keep papers ready.
47 to 49: almost there. Watch the next notice.
Below 47: not this list. Keep a backup ready.
Muslim · List 1
35 or above: yes, you are in. Keep papers ready.
29.25 to 34: almost there. Wait for the next list.
Below 29.25: not this list. Keep a backup ready.
Muslim · List 2
32 or above: yes, you are in. Keep papers ready.
29.25 to 31: almost there. Watch the next notice.
Below 29.25: not this list. Keep a backup ready.
Muslim OBC/ST · List 1
28 or above: yes, you are in. Keep papers ready.
22.25 to 27: almost there. Wait for the next list.
Below 22.25: not this list. Keep a backup ready.
Muslim OBC/ST · List 2
25 or above: yes, you are in. Keep papers ready.
22.25 to 24: almost there. Watch the next notice.
Below 22.25: not this list. Keep a backup ready.
PwD · List 1
30 or above: yes, you are in if documents match.
23 to 29: almost there. Wait for the next list.
Below 23: not this list. Keep a backup ready.
PwD · List 2
27 or above: yes, you are in if documents match.
23 to 26: almost there. Watch the next notice.
Below 23: not this list. Keep a backup ready.
J and K · List 1
32 or above: yes, you are in if documents match.
25 to 31: almost there. Wait for the next list.
Below 25: not this list. Keep a backup ready.
J and K · List 2
29 or above: yes, you are in if documents match.
25 to 28: almost there. Watch the next notice.
Below 25: not this list. Keep a backup ready.
EDITOR'S NOTE

The selected-list score is not a promise. A safer score is a few marks above the last selected score.

JMI PGDICE Scholarship Calculator

Answer two questions to see what you can claim. Confirm the final amount with JMI.

Category
Annual family income
Scholarships you missedYou do not qualify on your answers. Tap to see why.▾

Each chip below says which answer blocked the scheme.

Post-matric support
INR 20,000
Government scholarship portal
This cuts the course fee after documents are checked.
Who qualifies: SC or ST, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Oct 2027
Not eligible on your answers
Central Sector Scheme
INR 10,000
Ministry of Education, through NSP
This is a national scholarship that depends on income and marks.
Who qualifies: any category, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a yearApply by Oct 2027
Not eligible on your answers
JMI fee support
INR 20,000
Jamia Millia Islamia
JMI reports tuition fee support for students who need it.
Who qualifies: EWS certificate, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a yearApply by Sep 2027
Not eligible on your answers
OBC post-matric support
INR 10,000
Backward classes welfare portal
This cuts the fee after income and category proof are checked.
Who qualifies: OBC-NCL, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Nov 2027
Not eligible on your answers
No scheme matches these answers. Ask JMI about paying in parts and about education loans.
Estimated total waiver
INR 10,000
Your net course fee: INR 33,300
Estimated total waiver
INR 0
Your net course fee: INR 43,300
Estimated total waiver
INR 20,000
Your net course fee: INR 23,300
Estimated total waiver
INR 30,000
Your net course fee: INR 13,300
Estimated total waiver
INR 30,000
Your net course fee: INR 13,300

JMI PGDICE vs similar colleges

Tap a college to see it next to JMI. The cream box marks the better number in each row: lower fees, higher pay, an easier cutoff.

Compare with
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Jamia Millia Islamia
Delhi NCR
Compared with
EDII Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad
Compared with
Bennett University
Greater Noida
Compared with
Amity University
Noida
Compared with
Flame University
Pune
Total fees1 year, no hostel
INR 43,300
course fee
INR 4.95 Lakhs
INR 4.52 Lakhs more
INR 3 Lakhs
INR 2.57 Lakhs more
INR 2.20 Lakhs
INR 1.77 Lakhs more
INR 8 Lakhs
INR 7.57 Lakhs more
Average paycampus pay signal
INR 16 LPA
NIRF Management PG
INR 6 LPA
INR 10 LPA less
INR 7 LPA
INR 9 LPA less
INR 5 LPA
INR 11 LPA less
INR 9 LPA
INR 7 LPA less
Placement ratepublished count or rate
94
students placed
80
14 fewer
120
26 more
60
34 fewer
110
16 more
Closing rankentrance score, General
47
list two score
40
7 places tougher
60
13 places easier
55
8 places easier
65
18 places easier
Seatspublished intake
25
G13 intake
60
35 more
40
15 more
50
25 more
90
65 more
In short
If fee matters most, JMI is much cheaper than EDII and has a stronger pay signal. Pick EDII only if its venture network matters more than cost.
In short
Bennett has more seats and a larger private campus, but JMI costs much less. If your score clears JMI, keep it above Bennett.
In short
Amity is easier to enter on this table, but its fee is higher and pay signal is lower. If budget matters, JMI is the better pick.
In short
Flame has more seats and a residential model, but it costs far more. If you want a low-cost Delhi option, pick JMI.

Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.

FAQs on JMI PGDICE

Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.

Is JMI PGDICE worth the fee?▾
Yes, if you want a low-cost start-up course. The full fee without hostel is INR 43,300, so the cost is low for a central university. The pay figure on this page is a campus signal, not a diploma promise. Use the course for skills, mentoring and a venture idea.
Should I take PGDICE if my score is near the cutoff?▾
Take it only with a backup. The General second list score was 47, and selected-list scores can change when applications rise. Keep JMI in your list if you like the course, but do not depend on one old score. Use the score checker above for your category.
What job can I get after PGDICE at JMI?▾
This course is built more for start-up work, product ideas and innovation roles than for a fixed campus job. JMI does not publish a clean diploma pay report. The page uses INR 16 LPA from NIRF Management PG data as a campus signal. Check the placement office before joining.
Who should pick this course at JMI?▾
Pick it if you already have a business idea or want to learn how ventures are built. The course has 25 seats, mentoring, industry visits and incubation visits. It suits students who want a short course before work, a start-up or a longer management degree.
Who should skip this PG diploma?▾
Skip it if you need a two year MBA or a published diploma placement report. This is a one year diploma with INR 43,300 course fee. It can help your start-up plan, but it does not replace a full management degree. Ask JMI about placement support before paying.
Is PGDICE better than an MBA for me?▾
It depends on your goal. PGDICE is shorter and cheaper, with a one year fee of INR 43,300. An MBA gives a longer campus cycle and wider placement route. Take PGDICE if you want venture skills fast. Choose an MBA if you want structured management placements.
Is this course right for higher studies?▾
Yes, if you use the project work well. The diploma gives entrepreneurship, innovation and design thinking exposure in two semesters. It can support an MBA or start-up plan later. Keep your project file, mentor notes and certificates ready because higher-study applications need proof of work.
Should I wait one year and apply later?▾
Wait only if you are not ready for the entrance test or interview. The 2027 dates are estimates, and the course has 25 seats. If you meet eligibility and can prepare now, apply in the next form cycle. A delay does not make the cutoff easier.
Will the low fee reduce the course value?▾
No. The low fee comes from JMI being a central university, not from a shorter syllabus alone. The course still has two semesters and the centre page lists mentoring, co-working space, workshops and visits. Judge it by fit and support, not only by price.
How do I get admission to PGDICE at JMI?▾
Apply on the JMI admission portal for G13, download the admit card and write the entrance test. JMI then calls students for interview or group discussion. If your name appears in the selected list, pay the fee and finish document check by the listed date.
Can I pay the JMI PGDICE fee in parts?▾
JMI says fees are paid for the academic session at admission. It also says the Dean may allow payment in two parts on request for the first year. Ask the centre before the fee date, because approval is not automatic and late payment can cost the seat.
Can scholarships cover this course fee?▾
They can reduce it, but confirm the scheme before you count on it. The scholarship calculator uses INR 10,000 to INR 30,000 estimates against the INR 43,300 course fee. You need income proof, category proof or EWS proof based on the scheme you claim.

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Jamia Millia Islamia University: 1 Answered Question

When will the admission forms for hotel management course be out in 2022?

Rashid IqbalJMI (2019)

Jamia Millia Islamia University hasn’t released the 2022 admission forms for the Hotel Management course, yet. For the academic year 2021, the admission form for BHM was available from 17th May 2021 to 10th July 2021. Jamia Millia Islamia University Hotel Management entrance date 2021 was 7th August. You will find the regular admission details on the Hotel Management departmental page of JMI. 

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