Jawaharlal Nehru University Announces Admission Schedule for PG and ADOP Courses 2026-27
New Admission Timeline Released by JNU
JNU Update: Jawaharlal Nehru University has unveiled its updated admission timeline for Postgraduate (PG) and Advanced Diploma in Office Practice (ADOP) programs for the academic year 2026-27. The first merit list is set to be published on June 25, with the entire admission process running until August 10.
Candidates who are listed in the first merit list are required to complete their pre-enrollment registration and pay the necessary fees between June 25 and June 27. This step is crucial for securing their admission, making it essential for all selected candidates to adhere to this timeline.
Revised Admission Dates
| Process | Date |
|---|---|
| Correction in online application form (website only) | June 16-17, 2026 |
| Publication of first merit list | June 25, 2026 (Tentative) |
| Pre-enrollment registration and fee payment for first list | June 25-27, 2026 (Tentative) |
| Publication of second merit list and supernumerary seats | July 3, 2026 (Tentative) |
| Pre-enrollment registration and fee payment for second list | July 3-5, 2026 (Tentative) |
| Physical verification (selected candidates) | July 9, 10, 13-17, 2026 |
| Final opportunity for vacant seats | July 23-25, 2026 (Tentative) |
| Publication of final list | July 31, 2026 (Tentative) |
| Pre-enrollment registration and fee payment for final list | July 31 – August 2, 2026 (Tentative) |
| Physical verification for final list | August 6-7, 2026 |
| Last date for admission/registration | August 10, 2026 |
How to Access the First Merit List?
Once the first merit list for JNU PG and ADOP 2026 is published, candidates can easily check it online. To do so, visit JNU's official website at jnu.ac.in and navigate to the 'Admission' section.
Then, click on either the 'PG Admission 2026-27' or 'ADOP Admission 2026-27' portal. A link for the "First Merit List 2026" will be available; clicking this link will open the merit list PDF. Candidates can search for their names or application numbers within the document and download it for future reference.