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Jawaharlal Nehru University

(JNU)
New Delhi, Delhi Government | Est. 1969
4.5
UGC Approved NAAC A++

Last Updated: Apr 24, 2026

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Established

1969

Campus Size

1019.00 Acres

Total Students

9,000

Faculty

550

Student-Faculty

16:1

JNU Cutoff Marks for CUET and JNUEE Entrance Exams

Jawaharlal Nehru University, a premier central government university in New Delhi, follows a merit-based admission process across its undergraduate and postgraduate programs. The cutoff marks for JNU admissions depend on the entrance examination, program applied for, and the candidate's category (General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, or PWD). Understanding the cutoff requirements is essential for prospective applicants planning to pursue higher education at this prestigious institution.

For undergraduate admissions, JNU follows the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) framework, with cutoff marks varying based on the specific program and course offered. Postgraduate programs at JNU primarily admit candidates through the Jawaharlal Nehru University Entrance Examination (JNUEE), conducted separately for different schools and disciplines. The JNUEE cutoff marks are determined based on the number of available seats, difficulty level of the examination, and performance of candidates across different categories. Reserved category candidates (SC, ST, OBC, EWS) typically have relaxed cutoff marks compared to the General category, as per government norms. Additionally, candidates with disabilities (PWD) may receive further relaxation as per statutory provisions.

JNU's doctoral programs follow their own entrance examination protocols with category-specific cutoff marks. Since cutoff marks vary significantly year to year based on examination difficulty, number of applicants, and seat availability, interested candidates are advised to check the official JNU website and admission notifications for the most current cutoff information. The university releases detailed cutoff lists after each entrance examination, helping candidates understand their chances of admission to their preferred programs and schools at this esteemed institution.

JNU Cutoff Data

Exam Course Year Round Category Opening Rank Closing Rank Cutoff Score
JEE Main - 2023 Round 1 General 9800 24500 -
JEE Main - 2023 Round 1 OBC-NCL 14000 38000 -
JEE Main - 2023 Round 1 SC 28000 68000 -
GATE - 2023 Round 1 General - - 520.00
GATE - 2023 Round 1 OBC-NCL - - 468.00
GATE - 2023 Round 1 SC - - 346.00