Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi
A top central university for social sciences, languages and life sciences.
Overview
Among India's most respected universities for the social sciences, international studies, languages and the life sciences.
Highlights
- NIRF #2 · University · NAAC A++
- Median salary ₹8.0 L (NIRF)
- 2 programmes offered · Public (Central)
- Established 1969 · New Delhi, Delhi
Courses offered
2 programmes offered here. Linked programmes have a full course page (fees, syllabus, careers).
| Programme | Level | Seats |
|---|---|---|
| M.A — Economics | PG · 2 yrs | 60 |
| B.A — English (Hons) | UG · 3 yrs | 60 |
Admission process
Admission to Jawaharlal Nehru University is merit-based — through a national or state entrance exam, followed by centralised counselling and seat allotment.
Accepted entrance exams
Step-by-step
- Appear for the relevant entrance exam and secure a valid score / rank.
- Register for the counselling process (JoSAA / CSAB / state / institute, as applicable).
- Fill & lock your programme and college choices in order of preference.
- Seats are allotted over multiple rounds — accept and pay the seat-acceptance fee.
- Complete document verification and report to the institute.
Always confirm the current cycle and dates on the official institute & exam websites.
Scholarships & financial aid
Eligibility and amounts vary each year — verify on the institute's financial-aid page.
Placements
Year-wise records are being compiled. Summary: median salary ₹8.0 L, placement rate —.
Cut-offs
Course-wise closing ranks / cut-offs are being compiled and will appear here.
Campus & facilities
Established in 1969, Jawaharlal Nehru University is located in New Delhi, Delhi, with a student community of around 5,199.
On campus
- Hostels & residential facilities
- Central library & digital resources
- Modern laboratories & research centres
- Sports complex, gymnasium & student clubs
- Campus-wide Wi-Fi, medical centre & dining
Facility details are indicative — confirm specifics on the official campus page.
News & updates
Verified announcements — rankings, placement milestones, new programmes and initiatives for Jawaharlal Nehru University — will appear here. CourseLane publishes only confirmed updates, never fabricated.
Salary & package
We show the official NIRF median salary (the figure institutes actually report) rather than an unverifiable "average" — these are institute-level across all programmes; branch-wise figures (e.g. CSE) are typically higher. 2 programmes feed into these outcomes.
Fees
| Programme | Annual fee | Seats |
|---|---|---|
| M.A — Economics | ₹12,000 / yr | 60 |
| B.A — English (Hons) | ₹10,000 / yr | 60 |
Fees shown are tuition-level and revised each cycle; hostel & mess are extra. See Scholarships for waivers.
Is Jawaharlal Nehru University the best-fit for you?
Treat the figures above as a starting point rather than a verdict. What decides it is what you want the qualification to do — the fee you can commit to, the city you can move to, and the outcome you are actually after. Where a number here is blank, it is blank because we could not source it officially, and we would rather show you the gap than fill it with a guess. Weigh Jawaharlal Nehru University against your own shortlist and decide whether it is the best-fit for you.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Jawaharlal Nehru University located?
Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi is located in New Delhi, Delhi.
What courses does Jawaharlal Nehru University offer?
Jawaharlal Nehru University offers 2 programmes across levels — see the Courses tab above for the full list with fees and seats.
When was Jawaharlal Nehru University established?
Jawaharlal Nehru University was established in 1969.
Is Jawaharlal Nehru University accredited?
Accreditation: NAAC A++. Always verify current status with the accrediting body.
How do I get admission details for Jawaharlal Nehru University?
Use the enquiry form on this page for admission information, or contact the institution's admission cell directly. Figures here are indicative — confirm the detail that applies to you.
Verify against: UGC·AICTE·NIRF · the institution's official website