Jamia MA English Entrance 2026 – Dates, Exam & More
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Jamia Millia Islamia University (JMI) has started registration for MA English from 20th Feb.
The last date for application is 25th March 2026.
The entrance tests for various courses at JMI start from 26th April 2026.
In this article, we have compiled all important information related to Jamia MA English Entrance 2026.
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JMI University 2026 Important Dates
| Last Date for Application | 25th March 2026 |
| Form Correction Dates | 1st to 6th April 2026 |
| JMI Entrance Test Admit Cards | 17th April 2026 onwards |
| Jamia’s Entrance Start Date | 26th April 2026 |
| Jamia MA English Entrance 2026 Date | 17th May 2026 (3 to 4:30 PM) |
| Last Date to Submit Qualifying Exam Result | 31st October 2026 |
JMI MA English 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Admission to MA English at Jamia will be offered on the basis of Jamia’s own Entrance test. Your CUET PG English score will be eligible for admission. Following is the course eligibility criteria:
- B.A./ B.Sc. or B.A./B.Sc./B.Com.(Hons.) Bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks in aggregate OR in the subject concerned.
- Final-year students can also apply provided they prove their eligibility by submitting their results on or before 31st October 2026.
Jamia MA English Entrance Exam Pattern 2026
| Particulars | Details |
| Application Fee | 700/- |
| Programme Code | M05 |
| Total Duration | 1 Hour 30 Minutes |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Sections | Two – Part A & Part B |
| Part A | MCQs (Multiple Choice Questions) |
| Part B |
Subjective/Descriptive Type |
| Marks for Part A |
40 Marks (40 MCQs) |
| Qualifying Marks for Part A |
15% (Minimum 15 marks) |
| Negative Marking for Part A | 0.25 per wrong answer |
| Marks for Part B |
60 Marks (2 Essay Questions) |
| Qualifying Marks for Part B | 30% (Minimum 30 marks) |
| Negative Marking for Part B | Not Applicable |
Jamia MA English Entrance Syllabus 2026
| Part A:
History of English Literature Literary Criticism & Theory Literary Terms Classical Literature Literary Movements |
| Part B:
Critique of excerpts or quotations from Literary Theory & Criticism Reflective essay on authors, texts, movements, and critical perceptions |
MA English Intake and Reservation at Jamia
Jamia’s MA English programme have total intake of 40. Following is the seats breakup as per reservation:
| Category | Reservation % |
| OBC (NCL) |
27% |
| SC | 15% |
| ST | 7.5% |
| EWS | 10% |
| PwD | 5% |
How to Apply for MA English Entrance at Jamia 2026?
- Visit this link: Apply Online
- Click on “New Registration”
- Create your username and password
- Login and fill the application form
- Upload scanned copies of photo and signature
- Pay Rs. 700/- application fee online
- Review & submit your application
- Download and print a copy for reference
- For more details, check Jamia 2026 prospectus
Refer to Jamia 2026-27 Prospectus for detailed information about the application process and Jamia MA English Entrance 2026.
JMI University Contact Details
Helpline Mobile: +91-11-26981717 Ext. 4266
Helpline Email: admission@jmi.ac.in
University Address: JMI University, Maulana Mohammad Ali Jauhar Magar, Jamia Nagar, New Delhi-25
Admission Portal: https://admission.jmi.ac.in/
Official Website: http://jmi.ac.in/
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