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JNU UG Admission 2026: First Merit List Released; Block Seats till 6 August
· Source: Amar Ujala
Jawaharlal Nehru University has released the first merit list for undergraduate admissions. Selected candidates must complete pre-enrolment registration, fee payment, and seat blocking between 3 August and 6 August 2026.
First Merit List Details
Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) has released the first merit list for UG admissions. The merit list contains details such as the candidate's name, subject, category, marks obtained, and seat status. In addition, the university will release the third merit list for postgraduate (PG) admissions on 5 August 2026.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| PG third merit list release | 5 August 2026 |
| First merit list pre-enrolment, fee payment, seat blocking, and physical verification | 3 August to 6 August 2026 |
| Second merit list release | 12 August 2026 |
| Second merit list pre-enrolment, fee payment, and seat blocking | 12 August to 14 August 2026 |
| Document physical verification for second merit list | 17 August to 20 August 2026 |
| Applications for vacant seats | 26 August to 28 August 2026 |
| Final merit list release | 3 September 2026 |
| Final list pre-enrolment, fee payment, and seat blocking | 3 September to 5 September 2026 |
| Physical verification for final list | 9 September to 10 September 2026 |
| Final date for admission | 15 September 2026 |
What to Do Next
Candidates selected in the merit lists must participate in the counselling process on the scheduled dates.
- Go to the official website and log in using your application number and password.
- Select your preferred course and college.
- Complete the remaining counselling process according to the schedule set by the university.
How to Download JNU UG Merit List
- Visit the official website of JNU at jnuee.jnu.ac.in.
- Click on the link for 'JNU UG Merit List 2026' on the homepage.
- Enter your login credentials.
- Submit the details to view the merit list on the screen.
- Download the merit list and keep a printout safe for future reference.
Questions
What is the official website to check the JNU UG merit list?
Candidates can check and download the merit list on jnuee.jnu.ac.in.
What is the deadline for fee payment and seat blocking for the first merit list?
Candidates must finish pre-enrolment registration, fee payment, and seat blocking between 3 August and 6 August 2026.
When will JNU release the PG third merit list?
The university will release the third merit list for PG admissions on 5 August 2026.
What is the final date for JNU admissions?
The last date for admission is 15 September 2026.
Written in English by Disha Stars from the Amar Ujala report (read the original in Hindi). Check dates and links on the official website before you act.
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