JNU Research Entrance JNUEE Syllabus 2027
Jawaharlal Nehru University Entrance Examination for MPhil/PhD Research Programs
Exam Pattern
| # | Subject / Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Domain Knowledge | 33 | 33 |
| 2 | Academic Writing | 33 | 33 |
| 3 | Research Aptitude | 33 | 33 |
| Total | 100 | 100 | |
Syllabus by Subject
Domain Knowledge
Key topics covered as per the official JNU Research Entrance JNUEE syllabus, including fundamental concepts, applications, and recent exam trends for Domain Knowledge.
View Domain Knowledge Syllabus →Academic Writing
Key topics covered as per the official JNU Research Entrance JNUEE syllabus, including fundamental concepts, applications, and recent exam trends for Academic Writing.
View Academic Writing Syllabus →Research Aptitude
Key topics covered as per the official JNU Research Entrance JNUEE syllabus, including fundamental concepts, applications, and recent exam trends for Research Aptitude.
View Research Aptitude Syllabus →Eligibility & Attempts
EEligibility Criteria
Master's degree with minimum 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwD); NET/GATE may give direct admission in some schools
ANumber of Attempts
No limit on attempts
Exam Schedule
Frequency
Annual
Next Exam Date
May 2027
Registration Opens
February–March 2027
Preparation Tips
- 1Prepare thoroughly for the domain knowledge section in your specific JNU school — each school sets a distinct paper at MSc or MA-level depth, and shallow preparation will not suffice.
- 2Research Methodology is increasingly important in JNUEE; cover quantitative and qualitative research design, sampling theory, and research ethics from standard methodology textbooks.
- 3If you have recently qualified CSIR NET, UGC NET, or a similar JRF, apply through the direct admission route to JNU PhD rather than relying solely on JNUEE.
- 4JNU's academic culture values critical analysis and interdisciplinary thinking — practice writing short analytical paragraphs on key debates in your field to prepare for the interview stage.
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