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JNU PhD admissions 2025-26: Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), one of India's premier academic institutions, has opened its PhD admission portal for the 2025–26 academic session. Candidates can apply for admission under three entry categories: JRF, NET, and GATE (only for the School of Engineering). Interested applicants must ensure they fulfill both academic and entrance eligibility as per the university’s e-Prospectus.

The deadline to apply is July 7, 2025 (11:50 PM). Only online applications are accepted through the official website  Applicants can choose up to three programs and must apply separately under each category they’re eligible for. No candidate will be considered without valid credentials in the mentioned national-level exams.

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Complete JNU PhD Admission 2025 Schedule

Event Date
Application Deadline July 7, 2025 (11:50 PM)
Application Edit Window July 8–9, 2025
Viva-Voce Invitation By July 18, 2025
Interview Dates July 25–31, 2025
1st Merit List & Fee Payment August 11–13, 2025
Physical Verification (1st List) August 18–21, 2025
2nd Merit List August 29, 2025
Final Admission Deadline September 30, 2025

Eligibility Criteria

  • Academic Qualification:

    • 55% marks in Master’s or M.Phil

  • Or 75% in 4-year Bachelor’s degree

  • 5% relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates

  • Entrance Requirements:

    • Valid JRF, NET, or GATE score as applicable

    • Separate application needed for each qualifying category

    • How to Apply at jnuee.jnu.ac.in?

    • Visit: https://jnuee.jnu.ac.in

    • Register and login using a valid email ID and mobile number

    • Choose your preferred PhD programs (up to three choices)

    • Upload required documents and pay the application fee

    • Submit the form and download the confirmation

    Applications are accepted online only, with up to three program choices allowed per candidate.

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