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JNU MSc Admission 2023: Cutoff, Dates, Fees, Eligibility, Entrance Exam, Application Form

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Master of Science [M.Sc]

Course Fees

Course Duration

2 Years

Tuition Fees

216

1 Year Fees

371

Total Fees

692

Detailed Fees

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year	Tuition Fees	Admission Fees	Registration Fees	Other Fees	Total Fees
year 1	₹ 216	₹ 5	₹ 5	₹ 145	₹ 371
year 2	₹ 216	-	-	₹ 105	₹ 321

Course Information

Course Description

JNU MSc admission 2023 is ongoing. M.Sc List-5 results are out now. Candidates can check their results through the official website @jnuee.jnu.ac.in. The last date of admission for candidates selected in the list-5 is October 28, 2023. Check JNU Admission 2023

Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) M.Sc is a 2-year postgraduate program. It is offered in 5 specializations namely, Life Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Physical Sciences, Computational and Integrative Sciences, and Molecular Medicine.

Table of Content

JNU MSc Admission Dates
JNU MSc Eligibility
JNU MSc Admission Guidelines

3.1 How to Apply?

JNU MSc Entrance Exam Pattern

4.1 Syllabus

JNU MSc Placement
JNU MSc FAQ's

JNU M.Sc Admission Dates 2023

Event	Dates
List-5 Result	October 27, 2023
Last date of admission	October 28, 2023

JNU M.Sc Eligibility Criteria

For admission to different specializations in JNU M.Sc. program, the Candidate must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in the relevant subject under the 10+2+3 pattern of education by scoring at least 55% marks.
The candidate must appear in the CUET PG exam.

JNU M.Sc Admission Guidelines

Candidates seeking admission to M.Sc at JNU must clear the Common University Entrance Test (CUET PG) conducted by NTA. Admission shall be granted on the basis of performance in the CUET PG exam. The final selection will be based on the merit list released by the university.

Admission to M.Sc in Biotechnology and M.Sc in Computational Biology Programme will be through GAT-B scores.

Check More: CUET Exam Pattern

JNU M.Sc Application Process

The following steps must be followed:

Online

Candidates can fill the online application form from the official website of NTA.
Click on “Apply Online”
Fill in the required credentials like Name, Email ID, Date of Birth, Mobile number etc.
Click on “Submit”. After successful submission, the candidate will get a registration number.
Next, fill in the application form.
Duly fill in the personal details, basic details, educational details, communication details etc.
Make the required payment by clicking on “Pay Fee” on the official website. Candidates can login to the candidate portal with the help of login ID and password.
The payment can be done via Debit Card/ Credit Card/ Net Banking.

Offline

The application form can also be filled via offline mode by following the mentioned steps:

Visit the official website of JNU i.e NTA
Select the “Download Form” option
Duly fill in the Personal details, Basic Details, Educational details, Communication Details etc in the application form.
Pay the Application Fee through Demand Draft.
Send the Application Form to the following address:

Section Officer (Admissions),

Room No.28, Administrative Block,

Jawaharlal Nehru University,

New Delhi – 110067

Documents Required:

Central Library Application Form
Enrolment Form
5 copies of recent passport size photograph
Two sets of self-attested copies of the Matriculation, Higher secondary, Pre-University or Indian School Certificate or Senior School Certificate (10+2), or an equivalent examination certificate showing the age/date of birth of the candidate.
Character Certificate from the Head of the last attended Institution
Two sets of self-attested copies of the statement of marks obtained by the candidate and passing certificate/degree of Senior School, Bachelor’s Degree/Master’s Degree examination etc; or their equivalent examination
Two self -attested copies of SC/ ST certificate in the prescribed format in support of claim for admission against reserved quota. Candidates should bring original caste/ category certificate at the time of admission/ registration
Two self-attested copies of OBC certificate along with recently issued OBC Non-creamy layer certificate. Candidates should bring original caste/ category certificate at the time of admission/ registration
Two copies of Disability certificate in the prescribed format issued by the Competent Medical Authority indicating the nature and extent (including percentage) of Physical Disability in support of their claim for admission against PWD quota. Candidate should bring original Disability as per Disability Act 2016 at the time of admission/ registration
Two copies of the Income and asset certificate to be certified for the EWS candidates by an officer not below the rank of Tehsildar in the States/UTs in the prescribed format
Two Anti-Ragging Affidavits
Candidates pursuing their studies with some other University/Institution are required to submit discontinuation certificate signed by appropriate authority from their respective University/Institution at the time of registration/admission along with migration Certificate
Online payment
In a separate envelope, the candidates need to submit the Provisional Certificate of the qualifying examination, Migration Certificate, Character Certificate, Anti – ragging Affidavits and Discontinuation certificate.

JNU M.Sc Entrance Exam Pattern

The Entrance Examination for admission to M.Sc. courses shall be Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) based through Computer Based Test (CBT).

Syllabus for M.Sc - School of Life Sciences (SLS) Entrance Exam

Candidates will be tested on their basic knowledge in the core subjects of Life/ Biological Sciences.
The test will contain subject-specific questions encompassing different branches of Life/Biological Sciences taught at the undergraduate level in various UGC affiliated colleges /institutions in the country.
There is no specific syllabus designed for the test, but the candidates are advised to follow the UGC approved syllabus in their respective subjects for guidance.

Syllabus for M.Sc - School of Environmental Sciences (SES) Entrance Exam

The questions shall be in two parts.

Part I: This shall consist of questions from the different areas of Science and Mathematics at the 10+2 level.

Part II: This shall consist of questions, in the areas of Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Geology, Botany and Zoology at the B.Sc. level.

The course-wise entrance exam syllabus is elaborated below:

Syllabus for School of Environmental Sciences (SES) Entrance Exam

Part 1	Part 2
This shall consist of questions from the different areas of Science and Mathematics at the 10+2 level.	This shall consist of questions, in the areas of Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Geology, Botany and Zoology at the B.Sc. level

Syllabus for B.Sc. - M.Sc. - School of Sanskrit and Indic Studies Sciences (SSIS) Entrance Exam

Syllabus Bifurcation
Syllabus shall be of 10+2 level CBSE for Sanskrit & Science	General Aptitude questions

Syllabus for M.Sc. - School of Physical Sciences (SPS) Entrance Exam

Subject	Topics
Physics	Mathematical Methods Mechanics and General Properties of Matter Oscillations, Waves and Optics Electromagnetism Thermal and Statistical Physics Modern Physics Solid State Physics, Devices and Electronics
Physical Chemistry	Basic Mathematical Concepts Atomic and Molecular Structure Theory of Gases Chemical Thermodynamics Chemical and Phase Equilibria Electrochemistry Chemical Kinetics Adsorption Spectroscopy
Organic Chemistry	Basic Concepts in Organic Chemistry and Stereochemistry Organic Reaction Mechanism and Synthetic Applications Spectroscopic Analysis Natural Products Chemistry Aromatic and Heterocyclic Chemistry
Inorganic Chemistry	Periodic Table Chemical Bonding and Shapes of Compounds Concepts of Acids and Bases Oxidation and Reduction Main Group Elements (s and p blocks) Transition Metals (d block) Bioinorganic Chemistry Instrumental Methods of Analysis Analytical Chemistry
Mathematics	Set Theory and related topics Real Numbers, Sequences and Series Real Analysis Functions of One Real Variable Functions of Two and Three Real Variables Integral Calculus Vector Calculus Group Theory Linear Algebra Miscellaneous

Syllabus for M.Sc. - School of Computational and Integrative Sciences (SC&IS) Entrance Exam

Subject	Topics
Physics	Mathematical Physics Classical Mechanics Electromagnetic Theory Quantum Mechanics Atomic and Molecular Physics
Chemistry	General Topics(Inorganic and Basic Organic) Properties of gases, kinetic theory Thermodynamics Chemical Bonding Molecular Structure Chemical Kinetics
Mathematics / Statistics	Linear Algebra Abstract Algebra Optimization Polyhedral sets and cones Probability and Statistics
Computer Sciences and Programming	Computer Organization and Architecture Programming and Data Structures Algorithms Theory of Computation Compiler Design Operating System Databases Computer Networks
Life Sciences	Biomolecules & Cellular Organization, Fundamental Processes: Replication, Transcription and Translation, Basic Concepts in Genetics & Immunology, Genome Organization & Regulation, Basic Techniques in Molecular Biology and Recombinant DNA Technology
Biotechnology/ Bioinformatics	Sequence analysis and alignment algorithms, Phylogenetic Analysis, Fundamentals of Genomics, Structural Bioinformatics, Basic concepts in molecular biology, genetics and biochemistry.

Syllabus for M.Sc. – Centre for Molecular Medicine (SCMM) Entrance Exam

Part A	Part B
Basic Maths: 10th level geometry, PC, statistics, Arithmetic, Log, Basic knowledge of Computer science.	Section 1: Biochemistry: Metabolism, Nutrition, Biomolecules, Hormones, Enzymes, Omics.
Chemistry: Concept of Molarity, Normality, Periodic Table, Organic Chemistry, Synthesis, Thermodynamics, Entropy, Enthalpy, Free energy, Law of Mass action, Reaction kinetics	Section 2: Microbiology: Bacterial genetics, Antibiotics mode of action, Infectious disease, Industrial Biotechnology.
Physics: Newton’s law, radioactivity, Electricity, capacitance, optics, sound, gravity, spectroscopy.	Section 3: Physiology, Diseases, Pharmacology, Genetics, Molecular Biology, Developmental biology, Zoology, Population genetics.
Basic Biology: Zoology/Botany - classification/Evolution Biology/Population Biology.	Section 4: Botany: Molecular Biology.
General Aptitude and reasoning.	Section 5: Advanced Chemistry, Spectroscopy, Molarity/Normality, Radioactivity, Atomic Structure, Acid base, pH.
General awareness	Section 6: Medicinal Chemistry: Drug-receptor interaction, DNA, Protein, Hormones as receptor, Pharmacokinetics, G-protein coupled receptor, Pharmacodynamics.
	Section 7: Cell biology: Organelles, Cell-Cell interaction, Cell signalling/ trafficking, Cell cycle.
	Section 8: Drug/ Drug resistance.
	Section 9: Immunology: Basic immunology.
	Section 10: Aptitude, Bioinformatics, Others.

JNU M.Sc Placement

Jawaharlal Nehru University has a placement cell. It serves as a platform in order to bridge the gap between the interested candidates and leading firms and industries. Students from JNU have been working as top government officials, corporate giants etc.

Some of the lead recruiters are NIIT, Siemens, Sapient, Samsung, Quark, Amazon, Google, IBM, Wipro, Oracle, Adobe, Infosys, HCL, HP, Europa, Evalueserve, Aricent, Sopra, Maruti Suzuki, McKinsey & Company and many more.

JNU M.Sc FAQs

Ques. Can Candidates who are due to appear in the Qualifying Examination also apply for JNU M.Sc program?

Ans. Yes, candidates who are due to appear in their respective qualifying examination may also apply. During selection, they shall be admitted only if they have secured the minimum prescribed percentage of marks in their qualifying examination and they submit all documents including final marks-sheet of the qualifying examination before the deadline fixed for registration.

Ques. What are the placement opportunities for JNU MSc graduates?

Ans. After completing the MSc program from JNU, you would be preferred over other college graduates for employment in many MNC organizations. Additionally, you will be well-placed at prestigious firms like TCS, Wipro, Microsoft, and others due to IIT's excellent employment chances.

Ques. What Cultural Activities are held at Jawaharlal Nehru University?

Ans. Cultural activities among the student community of JNU are promoted through various cultural clubs. These clubs are Debating, Drama, Film, Fine Arts, Literary, Music and dance, Nature and Wildlife, Photography, and UNESCO. In order to become a member of the club the student is interested in, a nominal annual fee shall be charged. A student can hold membership of more than one club.

Ques. Does JNU provide medical services?

Ans. Yes, the university has a Health centre (UHC) which is located near the north gate of South West of Ganga Hostel. Students can just walk in for consultations and treatment for General OPD, Dental OPD and Homeopathy OPD. -Advanced Life Support Vehicle and Patient Transport Vehicle are available at the Health Centre for 24 hrs.

Ques. What percentage of seats is reserved for SC/ ST/ OBC/ PWD candidates at JNU?

Ans. The following are the details:

15 % of the total number of seats is reserved for applicants belonging to Scheduled Caste.
7.5% of the total number of seats is reserved for Scheduled Tribes candidates.
27% seats will be reserved for the applicants belonging to Other Backward Classes (OBCs) (non-creamy layer, central list)
Reservation of 5% seats in respect of PWD candidates shall be done horizontally, as per the Government of India Guidelines/Policy

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Jawaharlal Nehru University - [JNU]: 33 answered questions

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Is it worth leaving a Master's in Public Policy at NLSIU to pursue an MA in Development and Labour Studies at JNU?

● Top Answer By Pratik Bahera on 06 Apr 23

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If you have been contemplating leaving your Master’s in Public Policy program at NLSIU Bangalore to pursue an MA in Development and Labour Studies at JNU, it is not worth it. Here's why: Pursuing a Master’s in Public Policy from a reputed institute like NLSIU Bangalore opens doors to promising and lucrative career opportunities. In comparison, job prospects in Development and Labour Studies are relatively meager. A Master’s in Public Policy program helps you develop a wholesome understanding and a holistic idea of Policy Making. It also allows you to understand the broader spectrum of key issues related to policy-making. In contrast, the MA program in Development and Labour Studies at JNU may not provide a 360º approach towards understanding public issues or cultivate a knack for Policy Making, as this course is primarily focused on issues related to Labour and Trade Unions. There are several reputed Think Tanks in India that offer lucrative and respectful career opportunities to Public Policy Graduates. Some of them are - the Centre for Policy Research, NITI Aayog, Observer Research Foundation, Research Foundation for Governance in India, Institute of Peace and Conflict Studies, India Policy Foundation, Indian Institute for Advanced Studies, and so on. In conclusion, if you are already selected for pursuing a Master’s in Public Policy at NLSIU Bangalore, it is not worth leaving it to pursue an MA in Development and Labour Studies at JNU. Pursuing Public Policy at a reputed institute like NLSIU Bangalore will open doors to lucrative career opportunities and help you develop a wholesome understanding and a holistic idea of Policy Making.

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JNU or DU which is a better university?

● Top Answer By Pratik Bahera on 16 May 22

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JNU is a better option, especially for postgraduate degrees. JNU has a different aura altogether. The environment on campus is extremely accepting. You will meet people on campus who are intellectuals, readers, writers, and speakers. Simply being on JNU campus can be rewarding. It has a different culture entirely which motivates the holistic development of personality. JNU has an excellent faculty base. In financial terms as well JNU is a better option. The course fees and hostel fees are lower compared to DU. As per JNU University course fees, an MSc degree costs around INR 692.

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Is pursuing MA (international relations) from JNU worth it?

● Top Answer By Pallavi Mathur on 15 Jul 22

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JNU MA International Relations is among the best master's courses in International relations in the country. If you want to understand the different dynamics of diplomatic relations, this is the best place to be in. The faculties of the School of International Studies at JNU are the leaders in their respective fields. After completing the course you can join embassies, academics, think tanks, or work as a diplomate. The syllabus of JNU IR can be quite useful if you are planning on preparing for civil services.

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How can I qualify the JNU entrance exam in MA in Politics with International Relations?

● Top Answer By Juhi Pathak on 18 Oct 21

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In order to prepare efficiently for JNU entrance, you will need to study smart. Read the editorial and international relations page of Hindu and IE to get a fair idea of what is happening around the globe. Read Arihant’s guide for JNU entrance for IR. Rafer to some good magazines like Frontline, EPW, etc. The exam of JNU Entrance would be computer-based and Multiple Choice Questions would be asked. Make sure to study the following crucial portion of International Relations (IR). Period of Cold War Treaties like CTBT, NPT, Kyoto Protocol United Nations Bretton Woods Institutions (IMF, WB, WTO) Environment Topics like Climate Change Indian Foreign Policy US Foreign Policy The majority of questions in entrance will be from History, Economics, International Relations, Philosophy, Indian Politics, and Contemporary Issues. Here are some books that you can refer to. The Globalization of World Politics - Baylis, Smith & Owens. India after Gandhi - Ramachandra Guha International Relations in the 21st Century - Pushpesh Pant Global Politics - Andrew Heywood Just prepare thoroughly without losing faith in yourself and be honest with your studies and you shall do well in your entrance.

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How is JNU for B.Tech?

● Top Answer By Sankalp Jain on 15 Jul 22

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JNU offers decent B.Tech courses. The faculties are among the sharpest minds in the country. Most of the professors are alumni of IIT, NIT, and IISc. The reputation of JNU lives no space for doubt about the quality of academics. The curriculum and syllabus followed are diversified and similar to top IITs and NITs. The syllabus also includes Humanities courses. In the school, there is a lack of cultural events, but the institute is working on it. There are a few problems regarding the hostel accommodation, but nothing too big. The engineering school is located in a secluded part of the campus.

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How do I prepare for the JNU M.A. sociology entrance?

● Top Answer By Mahak Chatterjee on 18 Oct 21

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I have a friend who did his master’s from JNU and he was able to give some insight regarding the entrance test for MA Sociology. In the entrance examination, there will be questions from out of the syllabus. You may be asked to give a sociological interpretation of the current situation, event, etc. So, stay updated with contemporary social issues. Here is a list of sections from where you can expect questions. Sociological Thought: Marx, Durkheim. Weber, Parsons, Spencer, Comte, etc. Research Methodology and techniques Indian Society: Poverty, Family, Kinship, etc. Society and polity Society and economy Technology Caste and class system Concepts like Globalization, Modernization, Sanskritization, and Localization. Go through the list of topics assisted to you and make sure you prepare them thoroughly. As you can see the majority of the questions are from the syllabus itself.

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How is placement in JNU, Delhi for MCA?

● Top Answer By Nitin Mishra on 15 Jul 22

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JNU placements for MCA are good. Some of the major recruiters for MCA are Google, Microsoft, Oracle, Adobe, etc. Students usually receive an average CTC of around INR 4-5 LPA. While the highest CTC goes up to INR 9-11 LPA. But JNU is a research-oriented university. If you want excellent placement in the technical field, it will be better to join the top IIT or NIT. You will get better technological exposure at these institutes.

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How do you prepare for the JNU entrance exam for BA hons in foreign languages?

● Top Answer By Sayla Ojha on 30 Sept 21

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One of my friends was selected for BA French at JNU a few years back and here are his tips on how to do well in the entrance exam. G.K: You should incorporate every little detail from Arts, Literature, Drama, Culture, Dress, Cuisines, Geography, Nobel Laureates, and more to become familiar with the language you have pursued. Reasoning Skills: You should be proficient in solving several coding-decoding problems, especially alphabetical orders, blood relations, syllogisms, direction, and ranking tests. English: It is equally important to be as strong in English as you are in other subjects. Various course areas, like the Basic grammatical Rules, Vocabularies, Reading Comprehension, and Passages should be on the tip of your tongue. For best results, you should follow the editorial and articles published in “The Hindu.” English includes a major marking scheme for all the other sections. Now, since an essay alone contains a scheme of about 20-30 marks, it is best that you practice writing ingeniously without using heavy vocabulary. JNU appreciates the artistry of innovation and it is best to keep their tastes intact. Simplicity is encouraged along the lines of critical thinking, at least more than sophisticated word formations. It is best to keep your thoughts perfectly aligned with the subject area, and not outside of it.

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How hard is it to get through JNU?

● Top Answer By Deepika Sinha on 15 Jun 22

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Comparably REVA University is better. Both of these universities are new, but REVA offers better academics, placement, and campus life. It has a brilliant faculty base. REVA University placements are decent as well. According to the placement highlights of recent years, around 83.5% of students get placed each year. The average CTC received by the students is around INR 3.5 - 5.5 LPA.

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How do I get through the M A English JNU entrance examination?

● Top Answer By Anjali Verma on 29 Nov 22

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JNU allows you to enroll in any liberal arts course if you pass the entrance exam, regardless of your background. Around 2000 people apply for 30 M.A. English seats, and then there are reservations, so competition is fierce. Because you will be competing against people with English Hons backgrounds, you will need to become acquainted with the history and movements of English Literature. It is about replicating the language and comprehending the concept. Begin with a comprehensive history of English literature. Begin with Chaucer but don't spend too much time on him or the early Elizabethan period. Read as many Shakespearean plays as you can and try to grasp what he is saying about how his works are relevant in terms of literary merit and philosophy. Continue on to Renaissance, studying it not only as an English literary movement but also as a philosophical concept of humanism and its aesthetics. Then go to the Jacobean period and Milton, and read what you can without wasting too much time. Examine the age of reason and the 18th century in a similar, albeit more detailed, manner. Continue on to Romanticism and read as much as you can of Keats, Shelly, Coleridge, and others, as well as the history of the movement. Apart from reading the history, you should look at the Victorian era and read some Tennyson and a Dickens novel or two. Remember that as you approach modernism, postmodernism, and postcolonialism, your scrutiny of them should increase because the emphasis at JNU is on what is relevant, and postcolonial theories are very important in this context. You should be able to analyze a Shakespearean play from a postcolonial perspective. A knowledge of English history after 1400 would also be beneficial. Then read some American literature. Spend some time reading Indian English Literature, and don't stop at the 1980s. Essentially go to and read poetry at random. Read black American, Australian, and Indian poets, and you might get a read poem or an easier one. Write about how you feel about a specific piece of poetry to practice interpretation. When it comes to books, simply read any good book that covers the history of EL from ancient times to the present. Last but not least, be thorough with literary terms, history, and theory, at least on a factual level if not in detail. The emphasis at JNU is always on how you can represent an idea in an original way while also possessing your own mind. Try to write to develop a love of the language, appreciate the works, and express yourself. Many questions are posed with the intention of eliciting your personal opinion on them. you should be interested in related topics such as politics and history.

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