Quick Summary
Jamia Millia Islamia, in New Delhi, India, is a central government university that has shaped higher education since 1920. Ranked #801-850 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 22000 students including 1.5% from outside India. Known for strengths in Architecture, Engineering and Technology, Arts and Humanities, it maintains an acceptance rate of 8.5%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Highly affordable quality education, central university status, and historically rich cultural environment
Subject Strengths
ArchitectureEngineering and TechnologyArts and HumanitiesEducationSocial Sciences
Founded1920
TypeCentral Government University
Total Students22000
Intl Students1.5%
Faculty Ratio22
CampusUrban
Campus Size239 acres
Affiliated HospitalsAnsari Health Centre, Holy Family Hospital (Collaboration)
AccreditationNAAC A++
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#801-850
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#501-600
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#701-800
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate, Postgraduate, M.Phil, PhD, PG Diploma, Certificate Courses, Distance Learning
Programs
Available in all faculties including Engineering, Law, Social Science, Humanities, and Natural Sciences
PhD Programs
Available through Centre for Distance and Online Education (CDOE)
Online Programs
AJK Mass Communication Research Centre, Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, Academy of International Studies
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
NAAC A++
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate8.5%
IELTS6.0 for international students
TOEFL80 for international students
Min GPA5.5/10.0 or 50% in qualifying examination
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · March 31, 2025
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Prepare extensively for the JMI Entrance Exam and monitor CUET-UG/PG requirements for specific courses.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Indian Rupee
UG Tuition
₹15,000/yr
per year · INR
Living Cost
₹200,000/yr
per year · INR
PG Tuition
₹21,000/yr
per year · INR
Application Fee
$10
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₹236,700/yr
tuition + living + essentials · INR
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$400
Financial AidMerit-cum-Means Scholarship, Central Sector Scholarship, Post-Matric Scholarship
Work-StudyLimited
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Postgraduate, M.Phil, PhD, PG Diploma, Certificate Courses, Distance Learning programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| MBA | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| M.A. Mass Communication | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| B.Arch | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| LL.B | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| B.Ed | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$7,500
Average Salary After Graduation
82%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong clinical and media industry placements
Industry Connections
MicrosoftAmazonTCSWiproL&TTimes Group
Notable Alumni
Shah Rukh Khan, Virender Sehwag, Barkha Dutt, Kiran Rao, Anjana Om Kashyap
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Bhopal Ground (Cricket), Sports Complex, Gymnasium, Indoor Games
Student Clubs
Jamia Debating Society, Cultural Committee, Global Jamia Alumni Network
Library Resources
Dr. Zakir Husain Library (Central Library) with over 600,000 volumes
Exchange Programs
Active MOU with various European and Asian universities
Summer Programs
Occasional specialized workshops and short courses