Quick Summary
Situated in Savar, Dhaka, Bangladesh, Jahangirnagar University is a public established in 1970. Ranked #1001-1200 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 16500 students including 50% from outside Bangladesh. Known for strengths in Biological Sciences, Environmental Science, Social Sciences, it maintains an acceptance rate of 3%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
The only fully residential university in Bangladesh, known for its scenic beauty, diverse wildlife, and strong cultural heritage.
Subject Strengths
Biological SciencesEnvironmental ScienceSocial SciencesArts and Humanities
Founded1970
TypePublic
Total Students16500
Intl Students50%
Faculty Ratio19
CampusResidential
Campus Size697.56 acres
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationUniversity Grants Commission of Bangladesh
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1001-1200
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201-1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate,Postgraduate,MPhil,PhD
Programs
Biological Sciences,Mathematical and Physical Sciences,Social Sciences,Arts and Humanities,Business Studies,Law
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Wazed Miah Science Research Centre,Institute of Information Technology,Institute of Remote Sensing and GIS
Research Centers
High
Research Output
University Grants Commission of Bangladesh
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate3%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA4
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline ยท Varies by department
SPRINGApplication Deadline ยท Varies by department
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Admission is highly competitive; candidates must excel in the centralized admission test which focuses on subject-specific knowledge and general intelligence.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Bangladeshi Taka
UG Tuition
เงณ18,000/yr
per year ยท BDT
Living Cost
เงณ215,000/yr
per year ยท BDT
PG Tuition
เงณ30,000/yr
per year ยท BDT
Application Fee
$10
one time ยท USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
เงณ240,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials ยท BDT
Scholarships AvailableGovernment Scholarship,Merit Scholarship,Need-based Financial Aid
Avg Scholarship$400
Financial AidAvailable for economically disadvantaged students via the Provost's office.
Work-StudyNot Available
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate,Postgraduate,MPhil,PhD programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Archaeology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Drama and Dramatics | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Economics | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Statistics | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Anthropology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Pharmacy | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$4,500
Average Salary After Graduation
75%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementAvailable through departmental industry linkages.
Industry Connections
Pharmaceutical CompaniesFinancial InstitutionsResearch Organizations
Notable Alumni
Selim Al Deen,Humayun Azad,Mashrafe Mortaza,Shariff Enamul Kabir
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Central Playground,Gymnasium,Swimming Pool,Basketball Court
Student Clubs
JU Debating Society,Jahangirnagar Photographic Society,JU Theatre,BNCC
Library Resources
Central Library,e-Resource Center,Rare Manuscript Collection
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+,Institutional bilateral agreements
Summer Programs
Not Available