Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi, is one of India’s most prestigious and internationally recognized universities, renowned for its excellence in research, social sciences, languages, international studies, and science disciplines. The JNU Admission 2026 process is conducted through CUET-UG 2026 for undergraduate programs and CUET-PG 2026 for postgraduate programs, administered by the National Testing Agency (NTA).

JNU offers a wide range of programs including B.A. (Hons), M.A., M.Sc., M.Tech., MCA, Ph.D., and various language and research-based courses. The university is known for its academic rigor, cultural diversity, and research-oriented education.

🧭 JNU 2026 Admission Process

The JNU Admission 2026 will be carried out in the following stages:

🔹 For Undergraduate (UG) Courses

Apply for CUET-UG 2026 through NTA’s portal.
Appear for CUET-UG 2026 Exam.
Register for JNU Counselling (JNUEE/CSAS Portal).
Merit List Publication and Seat Allocation.
Document Verification and Final Admission.

🔹 For Postgraduate (PG) Courses

Apply for CUET-PG 2026 via NTA.
Appear for the Entrance Test (CBT mode).
University-level Counselling for Seat Allocation.
Verification and Admission Confirmation.

🔹 For Ph.D. Programs

Admissions are conducted through a JNU Research Entrance Test (JNURT) or CUET-PG, followed by an interview/viva depending on the department.

📘 JNU 2026 Exam Pattern

🧩 CUET-UG 2026 Exam Pattern (for JNU UG Admissions)

Section	Details	Questions	Marks	Duration
Section I (A & B)	Languages	13 + 20 Languages	200	45 min per language
Section II	Domain Subjects (27 Subjects)	40–50	200	45 min each
Section III	General Test (optional for some courses)	60	300	60 mins
Total Marks	—	—	800	—
Negative Marking	Yes, -1 for each wrong answer	—	—	—

🧩 CUET-PG 2026 Exam Pattern (for JNU PG Admissions)

Particulars	Details
Mode	Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Type of Questions	Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Total Questions	100
Marks per Question	+4
Negative Marking	-1 for each incorrect answer
Total Marks	400
Duration	2 Hours

📚 JNU 2026 Detailed Syllabus

The JNU Syllabus 2026 for admissions through CUET-UG and CUET-PG is designed to assess subject-specific knowledge, analytical ability, and comprehension skills.

🎓 CUET-UG 2026 Syllabus (For BA & Language Courses)

Based on NCERT Class 12 syllabus.
Focus areas:
- Language comprehension, grammar, and vocabulary
- Logical reasoning and general awareness
- Domain subjects as per chosen course (History, Political Science, Geography, Economics, etc.)

🎓 CUET-PG 2026 Syllabus (For M.A., M.Sc., MCA, M.Tech, etc.)

The syllabus depends on the specific course applied for:

🧠 M.A. in Political Science / International Relations

Political Theory and Thought
Comparative Politics
International Relations & Diplomacy
Indian Government and Politics
Global Issues & Institutions

🌍 M.A. in Geography / Economics / Sociology

Human and Physical Geography
Microeconomics & Macroeconomics
Statistical Methods
Sociological Theories and Methods

🧬 M.Sc. / M.Tech. / MCA Programs

Core concepts of Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Computer Science
Quantitative Aptitude
Logical Reasoning and Analytical Problem Solving

🏁 Final Selection Process

The final selection in JNU 2026 is based on:

Course Type	Admission Basis	Final Stage
UG Courses	CUET-UG 2026 Score	Merit + Counselling
PG Courses	CUET-PG 2026 Score	Merit + Counselling
Ph.D.	JNURT / CUET + Interview	Departmental Evaluation

Once the merit list is released, shortlisted candidates must participate in counselling and document verification rounds to confirm admission.

💡 Practical Preparation Tips for JNU 2026

Know Your Syllabus: Check CUET subject-wise syllabus before beginning preparation.
NCERTs Are Key: Revise Class 11 & 12 concepts thoroughly for CUET-UG.
Follow Standard Textbooks: Use university-level materials for PG entrance.
Practice Previous Papers: Solve past CUET & JNUEE papers to understand difficulty levels.
Mock Tests: Attempt online mock tests to build speed and accuracy.
Stay Updated: Keep checking official JNU and CUET portals for notices.

🔗 Useful Resources for JNU 2026 Admission

🌐 Official JNU Website: https://www.jnu.ac.in/
🧾 CUET-UG Portal: https://cuet.samarth.ac.in/
🧾 CUET-PG Portal: https://pgcuet.samarth.ac.in/
📄 JNU Admission Portal 2026: https://jnuee.jnu.ac.in/
📢 JNU 2026 Admission Notification: Expected in April 2026

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🎓 JNU 2026 Admission: Courses, Eligibility, Exam Pattern, Syllabus & Preparation Tips