Jamia Millia Islamia University-[JMI]

JMI follows a program-specific admission process across its various faculties. Admission routes differ depending on the course. While many UG and PG programs are admitted through JMI’s own entrance examinations, some programs accept scores from national-level examinations such as JEE Main, NEET-UG, CUET, NATA, and CLAT, wherever specified by the university.

As a Minority Institution under Article 30(1) of the Indian Constitution, JMI reserves 30% seats for Muslim minority candidates and an additional 10% exclusively for Muslim women in each program. These reservations apply across all courses at JMI.

• UG Programs: Application window was February 20 to March 25, 2026. Entrance tests conducted April 26 to June 5, 2026. Result lists and selection lists being released July 2026.
• B.Tech: Application portal opens approximately 10 days after JEE Main 2026 results. First selection list expected July 2026. Final spot admissions through September 2026.
• CUET-Based Programs: Registration via NTA CUET portal. JMI application at @admission.jmi.ac.in. Counselling expected August 2026 after CUET results.

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• JMI does not implement the 10% EWS reservation like non-minority central universities due to its Minority Educational Institution status under Article 30(1) of the Constitution.
• Most UG and PG admissions are through JMI's own entrance exams. CUET is accepted only for notified programs.
• B.Tech admission is based on JEE Main rank through JMI counselling; JoSAA does not allot JMI seats.
• BA LLB (5-year) admission is through the JMI entrance exam; CLAT scores are not accepted.
• Application fees vary by program as per the JMI prospectus. Candidates using national-level exams may also need to pay the respective exam authority's fee.
• A 5% internal preference is available for eligible Jamia school graduates and other specified internal categories.
• Separate admission provisions apply for Jammu & Kashmir candidates as notified by JMI.
• Candidates can apply under only one reserved category at a time.
• JMI Admission Portal (2026): @admission.jmi.ac.in

Direct Admission at JMI: JMI does not offer direct admission or a management quota. All admissions are strictly merit-based, as per the prescribed admission process and reservation policy.

1. JMI UG Admission
2. JMI B.Tech Admission
3. JMI PG Admission
4. JMI Scholarships
5. Frequently Asked Questions

JMI UG Admission 2026

A large number of UG programs at JMI admit students through the university's own entrance examinations. However, admissions are program-specific, with several courses also using JEE Main, NEET-UG, NATA, NCET, & CUET as the admission basis. The admission schedule is published annually in the official prospectus.

JMI UG Admission Dates 2026

JMI UG Eligibility Criteria

Source: @jmi.ac.in

JMI UG Selection Process 2026

Selection for JMI UG programs depends on the admission route prescribed for the respective course.

• For JMI entrance-based programs, merit lists are prepared on the basis of entrance examination performance.
• Candidates shortlisted in the merit list are required to complete document verification and admission formalities within the prescribed schedule.
• The university may release multiple selection and waiting lists if vacancies remain.
• Reservation and internal preference are applied strictly according to the reservation policy published in the JMI prospectus.
• For programs admitted through JEE Main, NEET-UG, CUET, NCET, or NATA, admissions are carried out according to the admission procedure specified for those programs.

Source: @jmi.ac.in

How to Apply for JMI UG Programs

• Visit the JMI Admission Portal and complete online registration.
• Create an account using a valid email address and mobile number.
• Fill in the application form with personal, academic, and category details.
• Upload the required documents, photograph, and signature in the prescribed format.
• Select the desired program(s) and pay the program-wise application fee online.
• Submit the application form and download the confirmation page for future reference.
• Download the admit card (for entrance-based programs) according to the schedule announced by JMI.
• Appear for the entrance examination or participate in the admission process applicable to the chosen program.
• Check the merit list/selection list on the JMI admission portal.
• Complete document verification and fee payment within the stipulated time.

Note: Candidates claiming reservation or any special category must upload and produce the relevant certificates in the format prescribed by Jamia Millia Islamia during the admission process.

Source: @jmi.ac.in

JMI B.Tech Admission 2026

Admission to the B.Tech programs at JMI is based on JEE Main 2026 (Paper 1) scores. The university does not conduct a separate entrance examination for B.Tech admissions. Eligible candidates must submit an online application through the JMI admission portal, after which the university prepares merit lists and conducts its own counselling process.

JMI offers 10 B.Tech programs, comprising five regular programs and five self-financed programs. The regular programs have a per year fee of INR 19,525, while each self-financed B.Tech program has a per year fee of INR 1,53,175.

JMI B.Tech Admission Dates 2026

JMI B.Tech Eligibility Criteria 2026

Source: @jmi.ac.in

JEE Main Closing Ranks at JMI B.Tech

JMI B.Tech Selection Process 2026

Admission to JMI B.Tech programs is based entirely on JEE Main merit.

• Candidates submit the online application through the JMI Admission Portal using their JEE Main application details.
• JMI prepares program-wise merit lists based on JEE Main scores/ranks and the applicable reservation policy.
• Shortlisted candidates are invited for document verification and fee payment.
• If seats remain vacant, the university may release subsequent selection/waiting lists and conduct additional counselling rounds.

How to Apply for JMI B.Tech 2026?

• Visit the JMI Admission Portal and register online.
• Complete the application form with personal, academic, and JEE Main details.
• Upload the required documents, photograph, and signature.
• Pay the prescribed application fee online.
• Submit the application form and download the confirmation page.
• Check the merit/selection lists published by JMI.
• If selected, report for document verification and complete the admission formalities.
• Pay the prescribed program fee within the stipulated deadline to confirm admission

JMI PG Admission 2026

JMI offers PG admissions through multiple admission routes depending on the program. While a large number of PG programs admit students through the JMI Entrance Examination, selected programs use CUET-PG, GATE, or other national-level entrance examinations as specified in the official prospectus. Candidates should verify the admission mode for their chosen program before applying.

JMI PG Admission Dates 2026

Source: @jmi.ac.in

JMI PG Eligibility Criteria

JMI MBA Placement

Source: @jmi.ac.in

JMI PG Selection Process 2026

• For JMI entrance-based PG programs, merit is prepared on the basis of the entrance examination conducted by the university.
• MBA admission includes the JMI Entrance Examination, followed by GD & PI. Final selection is based on the criteria prescribed by the university.
• M.Tech admissions are conducted according to the procedure specified in the prospectus, including consideration of GATE scores wherever applicable.
• For CUET-PG-based programs, JMI prepares its own merit list using the applicable CUET-PG scores and the university's admission rules.
• Reservation and category-wise admissions are implemented according to the official JMI reservation policy.

Source: @jmi.ac.in

How to Apply for JMI PG Programs?

• For JMI Entrance-based programs, apply online through the JMI Admission Portal.
• For CUET-PG-based programs, candidates must appear for CUET-PG (where applicable) and also complete the application process prescribed by JMI.
• For M.Tech, candidates should follow the admission procedure specified by JMI and upload the required documents, including the GATE scorecard, wherever applicable.
• Upload all required academic documents, photograph, signature, and category certificates in the prescribed format.
• Pay the program-wise application fee mentioned in the official admission prospectus.
• Download the submitted application form and monitor the admission portal for merit lists, counselling, and document verification schedules

Source: @jmi.ac.in

JMI Scholarships 2026

JMI offers a wide range of university-funded, donor-funded, and government scholarships to support meritorious and financially disadvantaged students. In addition to scholarships administered by the university, eligible students can apply for Central and State Government scholarship schemes through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) and other designated agencies. JMI Scholarships availability, eligibility criteria, and number of awards vary each academic year.

Jamia Millia Islamia Scholarships 2026

Important Points

• JMI administers institutional, endowment, and donor-funded scholarships in addition to scholarships offered by the Central and State Governments.
• Government scholarship schemes are governed by the eligibility criteria prescribed by the respective sponsoring authority, including income limits, category certificates, and academic performance.
• Students must submit scholarship applications within the prescribed deadlines along with all required supporting documents.
• Continuation of most scholarships is subject to satisfactory academic progress and compliance with the scholarship conditions.
• The list of scholarships, eligibility requirements, and award amounts may be revised by the university or the sponsoring agency from time to time.

JMI Admission FAQs

Ques. Does JMI accept CUET scores for all UG programs?

Ans. 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.

Ques. Is CLAT accepted for BA LLB admission at JMI?

Ans. No. JMI Faculty of Law does not accept CLAT scores. Admission to the 5-year BA LLB (Hons) program is through JMI’s 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.

Ques. What is the Muslim minority reservation at JMI?

Ans. 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.

Ques. Does JMI B.Tech admission go through JoSAA counselling?

Ans. No. JMI is not part of JoSAA counselling. B.Tech admission at JMI uses the university’s 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.

Ques. What is the application fee for JMI admission 2026?

Ans. 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.

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

Ans. 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.

Ques. Can final year graduation students apply for JMI PG programs?

Ans. Yes. Students appearing in their final year bachelor’s 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.

Ques. Is there a management quota or direct admission at JMI?

Ans. 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 university’s reservation policy. No seat can be obtained by paying a capitation fee.

Ques. How does the internal (Jamia school) quota work?

Ans. JMI reserves 5% of seats in most programs for candidates who have studied in Jamia’s 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.

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

Ans. 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.