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Jamia Millia Islamia University

ยท Public University

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Jamia Millia Islamia University: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Jamia Millia Islamia University is a public research university in Delhi, India. It suits students who want to study at a central university in an urban setting and can confirm programme and admissions details on the university website.

  2. What you can study

    Jamia Millia Islamia is a research university, but the programme catalogue is not listed here. Check the university website for the subjects and degrees currently open to applicants.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through the universityโ€™s official admissions process and verify the current entry requirements on its website. Check whether your chosen programme has separate deadlines, document requirements, and any eligibility rules for applicants from outside India.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a fee for international students; confirm the current rate with its admissions office. Plan separately for living costs in Delhi, which will vary by housing and daily expenses.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The university is in Delhi, India, and the language of instruction is not stated. Before applying, confirm the teaching language, visa steps, document attestation needs, and whether your programme has any separate international admissions conditions on the official site.

  6. How it compares

    Among 475 universities in India, Jamia Millia Islamia stands out as a public research university and a central university in Delhi. That makes it a fit for students who want a government university setting in the capital rather than a smaller or more remote institution.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them โ€” always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Jamia Millia Islamia University

What type of university is Jamia Millia Islamia University?

It is a public research university.

Where is Jamia Millia Islamia University located?

It is located in Delhi, India, with its current location in New Delhi, Okhla.

What is the official website?

http://jmi.nic.in/

How many universities are there in India?

There are 475 universities in India.

Overview

Jamia Millia Islamia is a public research university located in Delhi, India. Originally established at Aligarh, United Provinces during the British Raj in 1920, it moved to its current location in New Delhi, Okhla in 1935. It was given the deemed status by the University Grants Commission in 1962. Jamia Millia Islamia became a central university by an act of the Indian parliament which was passed on 26 December 1988.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelorโ€™s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for India.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance โ€” verify with official sources before applying.

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