JNU PG First Merit List 2026 Released at jnuee.jnu.ac.in; Pre-Enrolment Ends June 28
Published 26 Jun 20265 min read
The Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) has published the Postgraduate (PG) First Merit List 2026 on its official admission website at jnuee.jnu.ac.in. This list includes admissions for MA, MSc, MCA, MTech, MPH, and PGD programs for the 2026-27 academic year. Candidates who are named in this list must complete their pre-enrollment registration and pay the required fees by June 28, 2026. The merit list also covers the Advanced Diploma of Proficiency (ADOP) programs offered by the university. Selected applicants need to log in to the admission portal using their registered login details to check their status. If they fail to complete these steps within the given time, their allocated seat will be cancelled.
JNU PG Admission 2026 Key Dates
The university has shared a revised admission schedule that outlines all the rounds of merit list releases, verification periods, and the final deadline. The full timeline is available in the official revised PG and ADOP schedule.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| First Merit List Release | June 25, 2026 |
| Pre-Enrolment Registration and Fee Payment (First List) | Up to June 28, 2026 |
| Second Merit List Release | July 3, 2026 |
| Pre-Enrolment Registration and Fee Payment (Second List) | July 3 to 5, 2026 |
| Physical Document Verification | July 9, 10, 13, 14, 15, 16 and 17, 2026 |
| Expression of Willingness for Vacant Seats | July 23 to 25, 2026 |
| Final Admission List | July 31, 2026 |
| Final Physical Verification | August 6 to 7, 2026 |
| Closure of Admission Process | August 10, 2026 |
Who Is Eligible for Seat Allotment?
Seats are allocated based on the CUET PG 2026 scores and the choices that candidates selected during their PG registration. The application window for the PG and ADOP forms closed on June 17, 2026. Only those who completed the application and chose their preferred programs are eligible for the merit list. Seat allotment depends on the candidate's category, program preference order, and the cut-off rank for each department. Candidates who were not allotted a seat in the first list may still be considered in later rounds.
How to Check the JNU PG First Merit List 2026?
- Go to the official JNU admission portal at jnuee.jnu.ac.in.
- Click on the link titled "PG and ADOP List-1 Results Are Live."
- Log in using your application number and password.
- Select the program you applied for.
- Check your allotment status and download the merit list PDF.
- Search for your application number or name in the document.
How to Complete Pre-Enrollment Registration and Fee Payment?
Candidates in the first merit list must lock their seat through the pre-enrollment process. This step confirms that the applicant is accepting the allocated seat.
- Log in to the JNU admission portal with your registered credentials.
- Open the pre-enrollment registration section for List-1.
- Upload the necessary documents in the required format.
- Pay the admission fee online using net banking, debit card, credit card, or UPI.
- Download the pre-enrollment confirmation slip for future reference.
- Document verification will be done at the JNU campus on the dates specified for each department.
- Candidates must bring original certificates along with self-attested copies.
Action Plan for Candidates
- Log in to jnuee.jnu.ac.in to check your status in the first merit list.
- Read the revised PG and ADOP schedule to know the deadlines for each round.
- Prepare original certificates, category proof, and CUET PG scorecards in advance.
- Complete the pre-enrolment registration and pay the admission fee before June 28, 2026.
- Keep the confirmation slip safe and get ready for the physical verification in July.