JNU UG Second Merit List 2026 Released; Check Last Date to Complete Fee Payment

The Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) has released the Undergraduate (UG) Second Merit List 2026 on the official admissions portal at jnuee.jnu.ac.in. The list covers admissions to BA (Hons.), B.Sc. and Certificate of Proficiency (COP) programmes for the 2026-27 session.

Alongside the general second list, JNU has also declared results for the Defence, Jammu and Kashmir / Ladakh, and Covid Ward supernumerary categories. Shortlisted candidates must complete pre-enrolment registration and fee payment by August 14, 2026.

Admission is based on Common University Entrance Test (CUET) UG 2026 scores. Seats will be confirmed only after successful fee payment within the stated window.

Direct Link: Check JNU UG Second Merit List 2026 Here

JNU UG Second Merit List 2026 Key Dates

Programmes Covered in the Second Merit List

The second merit list applies to candidates seeking admission to the following programme groups at JNU. Each list is available separately on the portal.

• BA (Hons.) Foreign Languages
• B.Sc. Ayurveda Biology (integrated science stream)
• Certificate of Proficiency (COP) in foreign language streams

Category-specific lists for Defence, J&K/Ladakh and Covid Ward candidates are also live on the same portal.

How to Check the JNU UG Second Merit List 2026?

Candidates can view their status directly on the admissions portal. The steps below apply to all programme streams.

1. Visit the official portal at jnuee.jnu.ac.in.
2. Click on the link for the relevant UG or COP second merit list.
3. Log in using the CUET UG 2026 application number and password.
4. Check the allotted programme, category and seat status.
5. Download the merit list PDF for reference.

How to Complete Pre-Enrolment Registration and Fee Payment?

Selected candidates must lock their seats within the payment window. Missing the deadline will lead to loss of the allotted seat.

1. Log in to the admission portal using registered credentials.
2. Open the pre-enrolment registration form for the allotted programme.
3. Fill in academic, personal and category details as required.
4. Upload the requested documents in the prescribed format.
5. Pay the admission fee online through net banking, debit card, credit card or UPI.
6. Download the fee receipt and confirmation for physical verification.

What Happens After the Fee Payment?

Candidates who complete the payment must appear for physical verification of documents from August 17 to 20, 2026. Original certificates, category proof and the CUET UG 2026 scorecard will be checked at the respective centre.

Any candidate who fails to attend verification may lose the seat. JNU will publish the Final Merit List on September 3, 2026, followed by the closure of admissions on September 15, 2026.

Action Plan for Candidates

1. Visit jnuee.jnu.ac.in and check the second merit list status.
2. Keep Class 10, Class 12, CUET UG 2026 scorecard and category certificates ready in soft copy.
3. Arrange the admission fee and complete online payment before August 14, 2026.
4. Save the pre-enrolment confirmation and fee receipt for verification.
5. Report for physical verification between August 17 and 20, 2026 with all originals.

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