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JMI Entrance Exam : Exam Date, Registration, Eligibility, Syllabus, Results

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JMI Entrance Exam 2026 is a university-level test conducted by Jamia Millia Islamia University, located in New Delhi, India. The JMI exam is conducted to take admission to a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and doctoral programs in various streams like media, engineering, management, law, and sciences. 

JMI Entrance Exam Application form was released on 20 February 2026 and the last date to submit an application form was 25 March 2026 for the year 2026-27. The entrance exam of JMI is conducted in offline mode and the duration varies from 1 hour and 30 minutes to 3 hours, depending on the course. JMI also accepts scores from national-level exams like JEE Main, NATA, and CUET for limited programs like B.Tech, B.Arch, and some selected programs.

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Exam NameJamia Millia Islamia (JMI) Entrance Exam
Conducting BodyJamia Millia Islamia University, New Delhi
PurposeAdmission to UG, PG, Diploma, and Doctoral programs
Mode of ExamOffline (Pen-and-Paper-Based)
Application ModeOnline
Exam Duration1 hour 30 minutes to 3 hours
Application form release date20 February 2026
Application last date25 March 2026
Official Websitehttps://jmi.ac.in/

Jamia Millia Islamia Entrance Exam 2026 offers admission to various undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and certificate programs for the session 2026-27. JMI Entrance Exam online registration started on 20 February 2026 and the last date to fill out the application form was 25 March 2026. The JMI entrance exam correction window will open from 1-6 April 2026 and the entrance exam will start from 26th April 2026.

JMI Entrance Exam 2026 Important Dates

Event

Date

Registration Start Date20 February 2026
Registration End Date25 March 2026
Application Correction Window1-6 April 2026
Admit Card Release17 April 2026
Entrance Exam Start Date26 April 2026
Results  DeclarationJuly 2026 (Tentative)
Result Declaration (For PG courses)July 2026 (Tentative)

JMI Entrance Exam Eligibility Criteria

UG Eligibility Criteria:

  • B.Tech: Admission is based on JEE Main scores. Candidates must have completed class 12th with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.

  • B.Arch: Requires NATA scores and a class 12 qualification with Mathematics as a subject.

  • B.A. (Hons): Candidates should have passed class 12th with 50% marks.

PG Eligibility Criteria:

  • M.A.: Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university with at least 50% marks.

  • M.Tech: A B.Tech degree in a relevant field with 55% marks.

Diploma and Certificate Courses:

  • Diploma in Tourism: Requires 10+2 qualification with at least 45% marks.

  • Certificate in Urdu: Open to all with a basic qualification of 10th grade.

Specialized Programs:

  • B.D.S.: Admission is through NEET scores.

  • Law (LL.B): A bachelor’s degree from a recognized university with 50% marks

Jamia Millia Islamia released the online application form to conduct the entrance exam for the 2026-27 academic session for admission into various UG, PG, Diploma, and Certificate courses. The JMI Application Form 2026 was released on 20 February 2026, with the deadline to submit the form of 25 March 2026 and applicants can register online by visiting the official website @jmi.ac.in. JMI application form fee is INR 700 for general courses and INR 1000 for special courses, engineering, mass communication, etc.

Candidates who want to apply and register online for the JMI Entrance exam, need to follow the steps given below:

Step 1: Visit the official website: https://jmi.ac.in/ 

Step 2: Candidates need to create an account using their personal details like email ID and mobile number. 

Step 3: Log in again by using your credentials and fill out the application form with personal information and required courses.

Step 4: Upload the scanned copies of required documents like passport-size photographs and signatures.

Step 5: Pay the application fee online using credit/debit cards, net banking, or UPI.

JMI Entrance Exam Application Fees

Program Type

Application Fee

General ProgramsINR 700
Engineering & TechnologyINR 1,000
Mass CommunicationINR 1,000

JMI Entrance Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme

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Exam ModeOffline (Pen & Paper)
Question TypesMultiple Choice Questions (MCQs), Descriptive Questions (varies by course)
Duration1 hour 45 minutes to 3 hours (varies by course)
Total Marks100 to 200 (depending on the program)
Negative Marking0.25 marks deducted for each incorrect answer (MCQs)
SectionsPart A: General Aptitude (e.g., GK, English, Reasoning); Part B: Subject-Specific Questions
Qualifying CriteriaMinimum 15% marks in MCQs and 30% in descriptive sections (if applicable)

JMI Entrance Exam Syllabus 

CourseSubjects
B.A. (Hons)General Knowledge, Current Affairs, Logical Reasoning, English Language.
B.TechPhysics, Chemistry, Mathematics (based on 10+2 syllabus).
B.ArchMathematics, General Aptitude, Drawing Skills (aligned with NATA syllabus).
M.A. EnglishLiterary Theory, British Literature, Indian Writing in English, Grammar.
M.TechCore Engineering Subjects: Mathematics, Analytical Reasoning.
Diploma in TourismBasics of Tourism, Geography, and Communication Skills.
Certificate in UrduUrdu Grammar, Literature, Composition.

The JMI admit card will be released on 17 April 2026 and the entrance exam will begin on 26 April 2026. Students should take a printout of their admit card, and they must carry this document to the examination hall. If the candidates don’t carry the admit card to the examination venue, they will not be able to take the exam. Moreover, the Admit Card is needed as it serves as identity proof and it carries details like your name, DOB, roll no, and more.

To download the admit card, follow these steps to download:

Step 1: Visit the official website of Jamia Millia Islamia.

Step 2: Candidates must log in using their registered email ID and mobile number.

Step 3: Click on ‘Download Admit Card” available on the dashboard

Step 4: Once downloaded, candidates should check that their admit card has the following details, such as their name, roll number, photograph, sign, exam date, exam center and the course they applied for.

Step 5: Now, save and download the admit card.

Documents to Carry on Exam Day

  • Printed copy of the Admit Card

  • Valid ID proof

  • Passport-size photographs

JMI Entrance Exam Answer Key

JMI Entrance Exam 2026 Answer Key will be available in July 2026 (Tentative) and candidates can download the answer key from the official website. With the help of this answer key, candidates can cross-check their responses, estimate scores, and raise objections if any discrepancies are found within the time limit. However, the answer key correction has been closed now.

JMI Entrance Exam Result 

JMI Entrance Exam will be conducted on 26 April 2026 and the results will be released in July 2026 (Tentative). The results or scorecard of the JMI entrance exam will contain your score, rank and qualifying status. Candidates who qualify for the exam are called for counseling, and here are some steps that candidates have to follow to check the exam result:

Step 1: Visit the official website of the JMI entrance exam.

Step 2: Candidates can log in using their credentials.

Step 3: Candidates must go through the ‘Results’ section and select their course.

Step 4: Once the results are shown on the screen, candidates can download and save them for future reference.

After the results are announced, the university will release the official cutoff list. Cutoff marks for the JMI Entrance Exam 2026 were released in the first week of August 2026 (Tentative). This list will indicate the minimum marks required for admission to each program.

Course

General Category

OBC Category

SC/ST Category

PwD Category

B.A. (Hons) English70–7565–7055–6050–55
B.Tech80–8575–8065–7060–65
B.Arch75–8070–7560–6555–60
M.A. English65–7060–6550–5545–50
M.Tech75–8070–7560–6555–60

Preparation Tips And Books for the Exam 

Preparing for the JMI Entrance Exam requires a smart strategy and the right resources. This exam is held for admission into various UG and PG programs, and with proper planning, cracking it becomes much easier.

Here are the simple steps for the candidates to follow for easy preparation: 

  • Know the syllabus: Understand what subjects and topics are covered for your course.

  • Make a study plan: Divide your time wisely between subjects and stick to a daily routine.

  • Practice previous papers: Solving old question papers helps you understand the exam pattern.

  • Revise regularly: Keep revising important topics to remember them better.

  • Stay updated: Read newspapers and current affairs if your course includes general awareness.

  • Use good books: Refer to trusted books that match the syllabus.

Recommended Books for JMI Entrance Exam

Course/Subject

Book Title

Author/Publisher

B.A. (Mass Media)Mass Communication in IndiaKeval J. Kumar
B.A. (General)General Knowledge 2026Arihant Experts
B.Sc. (Science)NCERT Textbooks (Class 11 & 12)NCERT
B.ComFundamentals of AccountingP.C. Tulsian
B.EdJMI B.Ed Entrance GuideDr. Shafiqur Rahman
General AptitudeQuantitative Aptitude for Competitive ExamsR.S. Aggarwal
English LanguageObjective General EnglishS.P. Bakshi

Frequently Asked Questions

The exam is conducted offline (pen-and-paper) and lasts between 1 hour and 30 minutes to 3 hours, depending on the course.

Yes, JMI accepts JEE Main for B.Tech, NATA for B.Arch, and CUET scores for selected programs.

Each correct answer earns marks, while 0.25 marks are deducted for every wrong MCQ answer.

Candidates must score at least 15% in MCQs and 30% in descriptive sections (if applicable).

The official cutoff list was released in the first week of August 2026 for all categories and courses.

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