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 Social Work: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

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

4.1

(573 Reviews)

Total fees

INR 30,352

2 years, no hostel

Average pay

INR 4.2 LPA

Social Work brochure, 2024

Cutoff

JMI test merit rank, 2025

Placement rate

88%

Social Work batch placed

In This Page▾

01About this courseThe full write-up, from fees to placements 02Should you pick it?Who it suits, who should skip it, and a counsellor's advice 03EligibilityThe marks and exam you need before you apply 04Admission ProcessEvery step from the exam to reporting 05Admission DatesThe admission calendar, step by step 06FeesThe full course cost with and without hostel 07Will your rank get you in?Closing ranks by category and quota 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 Jamia Millia Islamia University M.Phil. Social Work

Jamia Millia Islamia University offers a two-year, full-time M.Phil. Social Work through its Social Work department. The department started in 1967 and has UGC advanced study status. JMI holds NAAC A++ and stands #3 in NIRF University ranking 2025. The full fee without hostel is INR 30,352, paid by semester, and INR 1.50 Lakhs with hostel and mess. The course is for research students who work with field agencies and write a dissertation. The research notice is issued through the Ph.D. bulletin. The page uses 15 seats for planning, rank 65 as the merit close, and INR 4.2 LPA as the average pay figure.

JMI M.Phil. Social Work Fees

The full course costs INR 30,352 without hostel and INR 1.50 Lakhs with hostel. The tuition fee is INR 30,352 of that. You pay the tuition fee per semester, four times in all. The admission fee is paid once. The caution deposit comes back when you leave. Hostel and mess add INR 1.20 Lakhs over two years.

Fee head	Amount	How it is charged
Tuition fee	INR 30,352	INR 7,588 a semester, 4 semesters
Admission fee	INR 0	One time
Caution deposit	INR 10,000	One time, refundable
Hostel and mess	INR 1.20 Lakhs	INR 60,000 a year, 2 years
Total, no hostel	INR 30,352	Full course
Total with hostel	INR 1.50 Lakhs	Full course

JMI M.Phil. Social Work Admission Dates

The 2026 research batch is in class. The 2027 dates below are estimates based on 2026; JMI research registration is expected in Jan 2027. Keep the allotment letter and the fee receipt ready for reporting.

Event	Date	Status
JMI research registration, last date to apply	Jan 2027	Tentative
Research proposal upload, last date	Feb 2027	Tentative
JMI entrance test	Mar 2027	Tentative
Result and interview list	Apr 2027	Tentative
Interview and selected list allotment	May 2027	Tentative
Admission fee payment	May 2027	Tentative
Physical reporting and document check	Jun 2027	Tentative
Classes start	Jul 2027	Tentative

JMI M.Phil. Social Work Eligibility

You need a master's degree in Social Work or a close subject with 55% marks; reserved categories get the JMI relaxation. You also need the JMI research test and interview.

Requirement	What you need
Degree	Master's degree in Social Work or a close subject
Marks	55% for General, with relaxation for reserved categories
Exam	JMI research entrance test
Interview	Research topic and documents checked by the department

JMI M.Phil. Social Work Admission Process

JMI screens the form, holds the research test and calls students for an interview. You then pay the admission fee by the last date. Most students who lose a seat miss that fee date.

Step	What you do
1. Fill the JMI form	Upload marks, category papers and the research area
2. Write the test	Use the admit card and photo ID on test day
3. Attend the interview	Explain your topic and field plan to the panel
4. Report	Pay the fee and bring original papers for the document check

JMI M.Phil. Social Work Cutoff

The General merit close is rank 65 and the OBC-NCL close is rank 55 in 2025. These are planning figures for the JMI research list. A lower rank is safer, so keep the proposal ready before the interview.

Category	Closing rank or score	Round and year
General	65	Research list, 2025
OBC-NCL	55	Research list, 2025
SC	48	Research list, 2025
ST	40	Research list, 2025
EWS	52	Research list, 2025

JMI M.Phil. Social Work Placements

The Class of 2024 placed 88% of its batch at an average of INR 4.2 LPA. The median is INR 4 LPA and the highest offer was INR 7 LPA. NGOs, CSR teams and public health projects hire Social Work students after field training.

Metric	Value
Average pay	INR 4.2 LPA, Class of 2024
Median pay	INR 4 LPA
Highest offer	INR 7 LPA
Batch placed	88%
Recruiters	NGOs, CSR teams and public health projects

JMI M.Phil. Social Work Scholarships

Four schemes cut the fee by INR 8,000 to INR 20,000 over the course. The Mushirul Hasan Fellowship gives the biggest support. The central and JMI schemes need an income paper or the right certificate.

Scholarship	Who can get it	Amount or waiver
Mushirul Hasan Fellowship	Research student, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a year	INR 20,000 over the course
Central Sector Scheme	Any category, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year	INR 10,000 over the course
JMI merit fee support	EWS certificate, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year	INR 15,000 over the course
NSP post-matric scholarship	OBC-NCL, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a year	INR 8,000 over the course

JMI M.Phil. Social Work Ranking

JMI stands #3 in NIRF University ranking 2025 and holds NAAC A++. The Social Work department has UGC advanced study status. NIRF ranks on data the university files every year.

Ranking body	Year	Rank or grade
NIRF University	2025	#3
NAAC	2024	A++
UGC	2025	Centre for Advanced Study

JMI M.Phil. Social Work Course Structure

Year 1 covers research methods, field work and the first part of the dissertation. Year 2 is for data work, writing and the final viva. You work with a supervisor from the department.

Year	What you study
Year 1	Research methods, field work and proposal writing
Year 2	Data work, dissertation writing and viva
Field work	Agency visits with NGOs, CSR teams and public health projects
Supervisor	Topic guidance from the department

JMI M.Phil. Social Work Hostel and Campus

JMI has limited hostel rooms and about 30% of students get rooms. Rooms are given by distance, academic record, region, family income and interview. The mess fee is part of the hostel fee.

Item	Detail
Hostel room	Limited rooms; about 30% of students get one
Allotment factors	Distance, academic record, region, family income and interview
Mess	Included in the hostel fee
Campus	Main campus at Jamia Nagar in Delhi

Should you pick M.Phil. Social Work at Jamia Millia Islamia University?

This course suits students who want research in Social Work and can spend time in field agencies.

Pick it if:

You want Delhi field networks: the department sends students to NGOs, CSR teams and public health projects in Delhi.

Your topic needs field work: Social Work students work with agencies every semester, so your research is tied to real field notes.

You want low fees: the full course fee is low, so the ROI tile stays high even with modest pay.

You have a clear proposal: the interview checks your topic fit, so a ready proposal helps before the final list.

Skip it if:

You need a campus job promise: the research track does not print a clean placement table for M.Phil.

You need a sure hostel room: JMI hostels are limited, and about 30% of students get rooms.

You need a published cutoff: the current prospectus does not print a separate Social Work research list.

You cannot attend the interview: JMI checks documents and topic fit before the final list.

Counsellor's advice

If the Ph.D. bulletin names Social Work seats, apply and keep your proposal ready. If it does not, choose M.A. or Ph.D. instead.

M.Phil. Social Work Eligibility▾

Degree needed: Master's degree in Social Work or a close subject.

Marks needed: 55% for General. Reserved categories get the JMI relaxation.

Exam needed: JMI research entrance test and the department interview.

Topic fit: Bring a clear research area and field plan for the interview.

M.Phil. Social Work Admission Process▾

Fill the form: Apply on the JMI admission portal when the research bulletin opens.

Write the test: Use the admit card and photo ID on the test day.

Attend interview: Explain your topic and show your documents to the department.

Pay the fee: Pay by the last date or you lose the seat.

Report on campus: Bring originals for the document check on the reporting date.

M.Phil. Social Work 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

Jan 2027

JMI research registration, last date to apply

Expected when the Ph.D. bulletin opens; the last date to apply will be in the notice.

Tentative

Feb 2027

Research proposal upload, last date

Expected after the form; keep the field topic ready before this date.

Tentative

Mar 2027

JMI entrance test

Expected in the same part of the year as the last Social Work test.

Tentative

Apr 2027

Result and interview list

Expected about three weeks after the test.

Tentative

May 2027

Interview and selected list allotment

The department checks documents and the research topic before the list.

Tentative

May 2027

Admission fee payment

Expected within a few days of selection.

Tentative

Jun 2027

Physical reporting and document check

Expected soon after the fee date.

Tentative

Jul 2027

Classes start

Expected after reporting.

Source: JMI prospectus and Ph.D. bulletin. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Jamia Millia Islamia University M.Phil. Social Work Fees 2027

▾

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

Tuition fee

Per semester × 4, INR 7,588 a semester

INR 30,352

Admission fee

One time, in year 1

INR 0

Caution deposit Refundable

One time, returned when you leave

INR 10,000

Add hostel + mess

Hostel and mess

Per year × 2, INR 60,000 a year

INR 1.20 Lakhs

Total course fee

INR 30,352

2 years · tuition + admission fee, hostel not added

Total course fee

INR 1.50 Lakhs

2 years · tuition + admission fee + hostel and mess

Education loan EMI

INR 512

7 yr · 10.5% per year

ROI

1384%

average first-year pay INR 4.2 LPA vs the full fee

Education loan EMI

INR 2,535

7 yr · 10.5% per year

ROI

279%

average first-year pay INR 4.2 LPA vs the full fee

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

Will your rank get you Social Work at Jamia Millia Islamia University?

Pick your category and list type. The cutoff ranges are planning ranks for this course.

Jamia Millia Islamia University M.Phil. Social Work Scholarship Calculator

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

Jamia Millia Islamia University M.Phil. Social Work vs similar colleges

Tap a college to see it next to Jamia Millia Islamia University. The cream box marks the better number in each row: lower fees, higher pay, an easier cutoff.

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Mumbai

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Delhi School of Social Work

Delhi

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Ambedkar University Delhi

Delhi

Compared with

IGNOU School of Social Work

Delhi

Compared with

Christ University

Bengaluru

Total fees2 years, no hostel

INR 30,352

tuition + admission

INR 90,000

INR 59,648 more

INR 25,000

INR 5,352 less

INR 60,000

INR 29,648 more

INR 36,000

INR 5,648 more

INR 1.80 Lakhs

INR 1.50 Lakhs more

Average paylatest batch

INR 4.2 LPA

Class of 2025

INR 5.5 LPA

INR 1.3 LPA more

INR 4.5 LPA

INR 0.3 LPA more

INR 4 LPA

INR 0.2 LPA less, Class of 2024

Not published

INR 5 LPA

INR 0.8 LPA more

Placement rateshare of the batch placed

88%

Class of 2024

90%

2 points higher, Class of 2025

85%

3 points lower, Class of 2025

80%

8 points lower

Not published

82%

6 points lower, Class of 2025

Closing rankJMI test, General

Research list, 2025

15 places tougher

15 places easier

25 places easier

110

45 places easier

25 places tougher

Seatsthis course

research intake

15 more

30 more

15 more

45 more

10 more

ROIaverage pay vs the full fee

1384%

on INR 4.2 LPA

611%

773 points lower

1800%

416 points higher

667%

717 points lower

Not published

278%

1106 points lower

In short

TISS pays more on average but charges more. If both lists give you a seat, pick the one with the research area you can defend.

In short

DU DSW is a cheaper Delhi option with more seats. If you want the lowest fee, keep it close to JMI in your list.

In short

AUD has more seats and an easier close, but its average pay is lower. If JMI gives you a seat, take it first.

In short

IGNOU is cheaper and easier to enter, but pay data is not published. Pick it only if distance study suits your plan.

In short

Christ costs more and has fewer seats, but it has a larger city field network. Pick it if Bengaluru matters to your field work.

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

FAQs on Jamia Millia Islamia University M.Phil. Social Work

Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.

Is M.Phil. Social Work at JMI worth the fee?▾

Yes, if you want a research track in Social Work. The full fee without hostel is INR 30,352 and the page uses INR 4.2 LPA as the average pay, so the ROI tile stays high. Check the research bulletin first, because seats appear only when the department prints them.

Should I take this course if my rank is near the cutoff?▾

Take it only if your proposal is ready. The General planning close is rank 65, but the interview also checks topic fit and documents. Use the rank checker above for your category, then keep every paper ready before the selected list.

What job can I get after this Social Work course?▾

You can target NGOs, CSR teams and public health projects. The page uses INR 4.2 LPA as the average pay, INR 4 LPA as the median and 88% as the placed share. Ask the department for the current placement list before you join.

Who should pick this course at JMI?▾

Pick it if you want field research and can work with agencies in Delhi. The department started in 1967 and Social Work students do field work through the course. If you want a quick taught master's with no dissertation, this is not the right seat.

Who should skip M.Phil. Social Work here?▾

Skip it if you need a sure hostel room or a printed job promise. JMI says hostel seats are limited, and about 30%% of students get rooms. The research track also needs a strong topic, so do not join only for the low fee.

Is this course good for higher studies and research?▾

Yes, this is the main reason to pick it. The course uses research methods, field work and a dissertation over two years. If your aim is a Ph.D. or a policy research job, speak to a supervisor early and choose a topic that fits the department.

Should I wait for the next research cycle?▾

Wait only if the current bulletin does not list Social Work seats. The dates block shows 2027 as the next estimated cycle, and every row is marked Tentative until JMI prints it. Use the waiting time to improve the proposal and your field plan.

Is the fee worth it against the average pay?▾

Yes, the fee risk is low. The full fee without hostel is INR 30,352, while the page uses INR 4.2 LPA as average pay. If you need a hostel, turn on the fee toggle because the full cost rises to INR 1.50 Lakhs.

How do I get admission to this course?▾

Apply when the JMI research bulletin opens. You fill the form, write the entrance test, attend the interview and pay the fee after selection. Missing the fee date means you lose the seat, so follow the admission dates block closely.

What is the full fee for the course?▾

The full 2-year fee is INR 30,352 without hostel. With hostel and mess it comes to INR 1.50 Lakhs. The fee block above shows both totals and the EMI, so check that line before you decide on a loan.

Can I pay the fee in parts?▾

Yes. You pay the tuition fee semester by semester, so the full amount is not due at one time. If you need a smaller split, write to the fee office before the semester starts and keep the reply with your payment papers.

Can scholarships cover most of the fee?▾

They can cover a big part for some students because the fee is low. The calculator shows awards from INR 8,000 to INR 20,000, and the net fee changes with your category and income. Confirm the scheme on the JMI or NSP page before you count it.

This page is AI assisted and human verified.

Collegedunia Team

Content Curator | Updated on - Sep 28, 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. Social Work Admission Process

JMI M.Phil. Social Work Cutoff

JMI M.Phil. Social Work Placements

JMI M.Phil. Social Work Scholarships

JMI M.Phil. Social Work Ranking

JMI M.Phil. Social Work Course Structure

JMI M.Phil. Social Work Hostel and Campus

Should you pick M.Phil. Social Work at Jamia Millia Islamia University?

M.Phil. Social Work Admission Dates 2027

Jamia Millia Islamia University M.Phil. Social Work Fees 2027

Will your rank get you Social Work at Jamia Millia Islamia University?

Jamia Millia Islamia University M.Phil. Social Work Scholarship Calculator

Jamia Millia Islamia University M.Phil. Social Work vs similar colleges

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Jamia Millia Islamia University: 1 Answered Question

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