Does JMI accept CUET scores for all UG programs?

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.

Is CLAT accepted for BA LLB admission at JMI?

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

What is the Muslim minority reservation at JMI?

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.

Does JMI B.Tech admission go through JoSAA counselling?

No. JMI is not part of JoSAA counselling. B.Tech admission at JMI uses the universitys 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.

What is the application fee for JMI admission 2026?

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.

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

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.

Can final year graduation students apply for JMI PG programs?

Yes. Students appearing in their final year bachelors 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.

Is there a management quota or direct admission at JMI?

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 universitys reservation policy. No seat can be obtained by paying a capitation fee.

How does the internal (Jamia school) quota work?

JMI reserves 5% of seats in most programs for candidates who have studied in Jamias 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.

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

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.

Jamia Millia Islamia University M.Phil Bioscience: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Jamia Nagar, New DelhiCentral UniversityEstd 1920NAAC Grade A++

4.1

(573 Reviews)

Total fees

INR 31,550

2 years, no hostel

Average pay

INR 7 LPA

research roles, latest batch

Cutoff

JMI entrance score, General list

Outcome paths

Ph.D., JRF and project roles

In This Page▾

01About this courseThe full write-up, from fees to research outcomes 02Should you pick it?Who it suits, who should skip it, and advice 03EligibilityThe degree, marks and entrance you need 04Admission ProcessEvery step from the form to reporting 05Admission DatesThe admission calendar, step by step 06FeesThe full course cost with and without hostel 07Will your score get you in?Entrance score ranges by category and list 08ScholarshipsWhat you can claim and what you missed 09How does it compare?The same course at colleges in its league, side by side 10FAQsShort answers to what students ask before they apply

About JMI M.Phil. Bioscience

JMI offers M.Phil. Bioscience as a two-year, full-time research course in the Department of Biosciences. The department began in 1985 and works in molecular biology, protein chemistry, plant science, cancer biology and environmental biology. JMI has NAAC A++ and NIRF University #4 in 2025. The full fee without hostel is INR 31,550, paid by year, and INR 1.14 Lakhs with hostel and mess. Admission is through the JMI entrance test and selected list. The course has 10 seats. The research role average pay used here is INR 7 LPA, and the main outcomes are Ph.D., JRF and project jobs.

JMI M.Phil. Bioscience Fees

The full course costs INR 1.14 Lakhs with hostel and INR 31,550 without hostel. The tuition fee is INR 16,000. You pay the main fee by year across the course. JMI fixes the university charges. Hostel and mess add INR 82,700 over two years.

Fee head	Amount	How it is charged
Tuition fee	INR 16,000	INR 8,000 a year, 2 years
Examination fee	INR 3,000	INR 1,500 a year, 2 years
Library fee	INR 1,000	INR 500 a year, 2 years
Lab fee	INR 6,000	INR 3,000 a year, 2 years
Other university charges	INR 5,550	INR 2,775 a year, 2 years
Hostel and mess	INR 82,700	INR 41,350 a year, 2 years
Total, no hostel	INR 31,550	Full course
Total with hostel	INR 1.14 Lakhs	Full course

JMI M.Phil. Bioscience Admission Dates 2027

The 2027 application window is expected from 20 Feb 2027 to 25 Mar 2027. Classes are expected to start in Sep 2027. Use these dates to plan your entrance test and papers. JMI will confirm each date on the admission portal.

Event	Date	Status
University application, last date to apply	20 Feb 2027 to 25 Mar 2027	Tentative
Application edit window	3 Apr 2027 to 6 Apr 2027	Tentative
Admit card release	17 Apr 2027	Tentative
JMI entrance test	May 2027	Tentative
Entrance result and selected list	Jun 2027	Tentative
Admission counselling and seat allotment	Jul 2027	Tentative
Admission fee payment	Jul 2027	Tentative
Document check and reporting	Aug 2027	Tentative
Classes start	Sep 2027	Tentative

JMI M.Phil. Bioscience Eligibility

You need a master's degree in Biosciences or a linked life science field with 55% marks. SC, ST and PwD students need 50%. JMI checks the degree before admission. If your final result is late, give it by the last date JMI sets.

Requirement	What you need
Degree	Master's degree in Biosciences or linked life science field
Marks	55% for General, 50% for SC, ST and PwD
Entrance	JMI entrance test score
Final result	Submit the qualifying result by the last date

JMI M.Phil. Bioscience Admission Process

The JMI portal takes the form, then JMI holds the entrance test and publishes the selected list. You download the admit card before the test. If your name is listed, pay the fee and report with papers. You lose the seat if you miss the fee date.

Step	What you do
1. Fill JMI form	Register on the admission portal and pay the form fee
2. Download admit card	Use the portal before the entrance test
3. Write entrance test	Answer the JMI paper for this subject
4. Check selected list	Follow the result notice on the portal
5. Report	Pay the fee and bring original papers

JMI M.Phil. Bioscience Cutoff

The General selected list score used here is 72 and the OBC-NCL score is 66. These are score ranges for the JMI entrance route. A higher score is safer. The final list can move when selected students do not report.

Category	Closing score	Round and year
General	72	Selected list, 2026
OBC-NCL	66	Selected list, 2026
SC	58	Selected list, 2026
ST	54	Selected list, 2026
EWS	64	Selected list, 2026

JMI M.Phil. Bioscience Placements

The research role average pay used here is INR 7 LPA, and the public placement rate is not published. The three outcomes are Ph.D., JRF and project jobs. The department's funded labs help students move into research posts.

Metric	Value
Average pay	INR 7 LPA
Placement rate	Not published
Outcome paths	3
Common roles	JRF, project assistant and Ph.D. scholar
Research fields	Plant science, protein chemistry and cancer biology

JMI M.Phil. Bioscience Scholarships

The biggest waiver shown here is INR 20,000, and the full fee is INR 31,550. Central Sector Scheme gives the largest default support. Category schemes can add support for SC, ST, OBC-NCL and EWS students. Keep income papers ready before you apply.

Scholarship	Who can get it	Amount or waiver
Central Sector Scheme	Income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year	INR 20,000
SC/ST post-matric scholarship	SC or ST, income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a year	INR 11,550
JMI merit scholarship	EWS certificate and strong marks	INR 10,000
OBC post-matric scholarship	OBC-NCL, income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a year	INR 10,000

JMI M.Phil. Bioscience Ranking

JMI has NIRF University #4 and NIRF Overall #13 in 2025. It also has NAAC A++. NIRF reads university data, and NAAC checks teaching, research and student support. Collegedunia lists JMI at #3 for Bioscience in 2026.

Ranking body	Year	Rank or grade
Collegedunia Bioscience ranking	2026	#3
NIRF University	2025	#4
NIRF Overall	2025	#13
NAAC	2021	A++

JMI M.Phil. Bioscience Course Structure

Year 1 has research methods, advanced bioscience papers and lab work. Year 2 is mainly the dissertation and viva. You pick a guide from the department. The guide decides the lab topic after reading your marks and research fit.

Year	What you study
Year 1	Research methods, subject papers and lab training
Year 2	Dissertation, seminar and viva
Research fields	Molecular biology, protein chemistry and environmental biology

JMI M.Phil. Bioscience Seats and Labs

The course has 10 seats, and the department began in 1985. The lab list includes PCR, HPLC and fluorescence microscope tools. You should speak to a guide early, because the dissertation needs a lab that matches your topic.

Item	Detail
Seats	10
Department start year	1985
Lab tools	PCR, HPLC and fluorescence microscope tools
Research support	DST-FIST and UGC SAP support

Should you pick M.Phil. Bioscience at JMI?

This course suits students who want a research route in life sciences before a Ph.D. or JRF job.

Pick it if:

You want a research name: JMI has NAAC A++ and NIRF University #4, so the degree carries weight.

You want lab work before Ph.D.: the Biosciences labs list PCR, HPLC and fluorescence microscope tools for research training.

You can handle a written test: JMI uses its entrance score, so prepare the subject paper before the form opens.

You need low fees: INR 31,550 is much less than the average pay used in the ROI tile.

Skip it if:

You want direct company hiring: the public placement rate is not published, so this path is stronger for research.

You need a sure hostel: JMI hostels need a separate form, and a course seat does not give a room.

You are counting on one list: the selected score can change when listed students do not report.

Your master's marks are below the rule: JMI checks the degree before admission, so fix papers before applying.

Counsellor's advice

Take this course if you want a Ph.D. route and can study for the JMI test. If you want quick company hiring, choose a job-linked master's first.

M.Phil. Bioscience Eligibility▾

Degree needed: Master's degree in Biosciences or a linked life science field.

Marks needed: 55% for General students. 50% for SC, ST and PwD students.

Exam needed: JMI entrance test score for this subject.

Final result: If your master's result is late, submit it by the last date JMI sets.

M.Phil. Bioscience Admission Process▾

Fill JMI form: Register on admission.jmi.ac.in and pay the form fee online.

Download admit card: Use the portal when JMI releases the card.

Write entrance test: The university paper decides the selected list for this course.

Check result: Open the selected list and note the fee date.

Report to JMI: Pay the fee and bring original papers, or you lose the seat.

M.Phil. Bioscience Admission Dates 2027

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The 2027 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2026. A date marked Confirmed is official.

Tentative

20 Feb 2027 to 25 Mar 2027

University application, last date to apply

Last date to apply is expected near 25 Mar 2027.

Tentative

3 Apr 2027 to 6 Apr 2027

Application edit window

Use this window to fix form details before the admit card.

Tentative

17 Apr 2027

Admit card release

Download the admit card from the JMI portal.

Tentative

May 2027

JMI entrance test

The subject paper is expected in May 2027.

Tentative

Jun 2027

Entrance result and selected list

Check whether your name is on the selected list.

Tentative

Jul 2027

Admission counselling and seat allotment

JMI is expected to call listed students for seat steps.

Tentative

Jul 2027

Admission fee payment

You lose the seat if the fee is not paid by the JMI date.

Tentative

Aug 2027

Document check and reporting

Bring originals and the fee receipt for reporting.

Tentative

Sep 2027

Classes start

Classes are expected after reporting ends.

Source: JMI University Prospectus. Confirm on the official site before you act.

JMI M.Phil. Bioscience Fees 2027

▾

This is the full 2-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add hostel and mess.

Tuition fee

Per year × 2, INR 8,000 a year

INR 16,000

Examination fee

Per year × 2, INR 1,500 a year

INR 3,000

Library fee

Per year × 2, INR 500 a year

INR 1,000

Lab fee

Per year × 2, INR 3,000 a year

INR 6,000

Other university charges

Per year × 2, INR 2,775 a year

INR 5,550

Add hostel + mess

Hostel and mess

Per year × 2, INR 41,350 a year

INR 82,700

Total course fee

INR 31,550

2 years · tuition + exam + lab fees, hostel not added

Total course fee

INR 1.14 Lakhs

2 years · tuition + exam + lab fees + hostel and mess

Education loan EMI

INR 532

7 yr · 10.5% per year

ROI

2219%

average first-year pay INR 7 LPA vs the full fee

Education loan EMI

INR 1,926

7 yr · 10.5% per year

ROI

613%

average first-year pay INR 7 LPA vs the full fee

Source: JMI University Prospectus. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Will your score get you a seat at JMI?

Pick your category and list type. The cutoff ranges are this course's JMI entrance score ranges.

JMI M.Phil. Bioscience Scholarship Calculator

Answer two questions to see what you can claim. Confirm the final amount with the college.

JMI M.Phil. Bioscience vs similar colleges

Tap a college to see it next to JMI. The cream box marks the better number in each row: lower fees, higher pay, a higher score.

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Delhi NCR

Compared with

University of Delhi

Delhi NCR

Compared with

Jawaharlal Nehru University

Delhi NCR

Compared with

Banaras Hindu University

Varanasi

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University of Hyderabad

Hyderabad

Compared with

Jamia Hamdard

Delhi NCR

Total fees2 years, no hostel

INR 31,550

tuition + exam + lab fees

INR 15,118

INR 16,432 less

INR 30,000

INR 1,550 less

INR 52,550

INR 21,000 more

INR 50,050

INR 18,500 more

INR 1.52 Lakhs

INR 1.20 Lakhs more

Average payresearch roles

INR 7 LPA

latest batch

INR 6.5 LPA

INR 0.5 LPA less

INR 8.2 LPA

INR 1.2 LPA more

INR 6.8 LPA

INR 0.2 LPA less

INR 7.4 LPA

INR 0.4 LPA more

INR 6 LPA

INR 1 LPA less

Outcome pathspublished research paths

Ph.D., JRF and project roles

Same outcomes

1 more

Same outcomes

1 fewer

Closing scoreentrance score, General

Selected list, 2026

6 more

8 more

2 fewer

2 more

4 fewer

Seatsresearch course

JMI entrance test

2 more

2 fewer

6 more

2 more

10 more

In short

University of Delhi costs less but needs a higher score. If your score clears both, choose by guide fit; if it clears only JMI, take this seat.

In short

Jawaharlal Nehru University pays more on this table and asks for a higher score. If you want JMI labs and a lower score range, keep JMI high.

In short

Banaras Hindu University has more seats, but it costs more and pays a little less. If Delhi research access matters, keep JMI above it.

In short

University of Hyderabad has more seats and a little higher pay, but it costs more. If the fee matters most, JMI is easier to fund.

In short

Jamia Hamdard has more seats but costs much more and pays less on this table. If you clear JMI, take JMI first.

Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.

FAQs on JMI M.Phil. Bioscience

Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.

Is M.Phil. Bioscience at JMI worth the fee?▾

Yes, if you want a low-cost research route. The full fee without hostel is INR 31,550, and the average pay used here is INR 7 LPA. That makes the money risk low. Check the guide area before you accept the seat.

Should I take this course if I want a Ph.D.?▾

Yes, this course fits a Ph.D. plan. The department works in molecular biology, protein chemistry, plant science and cancer biology, and the course has dissertation work. Use the course to build a research sample. Speak to possible guides before the fee date.

What job can I get after this course?▾

The safer path is research work, not mass company hiring. The page uses INR 7 LPA for research roles, and the three listed paths are Ph.D., JRF and project jobs. If you want a company job fast, use this course only if the lab area fits that job.

Who should skip this course?▾

Skip it if you want direct placement numbers before joining. JMI does not publish a course placement rate here, and the course is stronger for research. If your main goal is a quick company role, compare it with a job-linked master's before you pay.

Is it safe if my entrance score is near 72?▾

It is not fully safe. The General score range used here starts at 72 for the selected list, so a nearby score needs list movement. Keep your papers ready and watch every list. Use the score checker above for your category before you decide.

Is JMI better for research than a private college?▾

It can be better if fees and guide fit matter most. JMI has NAAC A++ and NIRF University #4, while the full fee is only INR 31,550 without hostel. A private college may give more seats. Check the lab and guide first, not only the name.

Should I wait a year for a better research seat?▾

Wait only if your guide area is not available. The fee is low, and the course has 10 seats, so losing a seat can cost a full year. If the guide works in your topic, take the seat and prepare for JRF during the course.

Does this course suit students who want lab work?▾

Yes, it suits students who want lab-based research. The department lists PCR, HPLC and fluorescence microscope tools, and the course has dissertation work. Ask which lab has space before reporting. Your guide fit matters more than the broad course title.

How do I get admission to this course?▾

Fill the JMI form, download the admit card and write the entrance test. JMI then publishes the selected list on the admission portal. If your name is listed, pay the fee and report with original papers. Missing the fee date can end the seat.

What is the full fee with hostel?▾

The full fee without hostel is INR 31,550. With hostel and mess, the total used here is INR 1.14 Lakhs for two years. Hostel is not automatic with admission. Use the fee toggle above before you plan a loan or family payment.

Can scholarships cover the full fee?▾

Yes, some answers can cover the full INR 31,550 fee shown here. The scholarship calculator shows a full waiver for one SC or ST income case. Other cases show INR 20,000 or INR 30,000 support. Keep income and category papers ready.

Can I get a hostel room with this seat?▾

Not by course admission alone. JMI hostel rooms need a separate form and depend on seats left in hostels. The hostel and mess cost used here is INR 82,700 for two years. Apply early, and keep a paying guest plan ready near campus.

This page is AI assisted and human verified.

Collegedunia Team

Content Curator | Updated on - Sep 30, 2026

Jamia Millia Islamia University: 1 Answered Question

When will the admission forms for hotel management course be out in 2022?

Rashid IqbalJMI (2019)

Jamia Millia Islamia University hasn’t released the 2022 admission forms for the Hotel Management course, yet. For the academic year 2021, the admission form for BHM was available from 17th May 2021 to 10th July 2021. Jamia Millia Islamia University Hotel Management entrance date 2021 was 7th August. You will find the regular admission details on the Hotel Management departmental page of JMI.

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JMI M.Phil. Bioscience Admission Dates 2027

JMI M.Phil. Bioscience Eligibility

JMI M.Phil. Bioscience Admission Process

JMI M.Phil. Bioscience Cutoff

JMI M.Phil. Bioscience Placements

JMI M.Phil. Bioscience Scholarships

JMI M.Phil. Bioscience Ranking

JMI M.Phil. Bioscience Course Structure

JMI M.Phil. Bioscience Seats and Labs

Should you pick M.Phil. Bioscience at JMI?

M.Phil. Bioscience Admission Dates 2027

JMI M.Phil. Bioscience Fees 2027

Will your score get you a seat at JMI?

JMI M.Phil. Bioscience Scholarship Calculator

JMI M.Phil. Bioscience vs similar colleges

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