Master of Science [M.Sc]

The M.Sc at Jaipur National University (JNU), Jaipur is a two-year, four-semester full-time postgraduate science programme spanning 12 specialisations across two schools: the School of Life and Basic Sciences (Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Microbiology, Botany, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, and Clinical Nutrition) and the School of Agriculture Sciences (Agriculture, Agronomy, Horticulture, and Genetics and Plant Breeding). Total fees range from ₹71,600 to ₹1,73,000 depending on the specialisation (hostel charges separate), with admission through CUET-PG, ICAR AIEEA-PG (for agriculture specialisations), or the JNU PG Entrance Test.

Applications for the 2026-27 M.Sc batch at JNU Jaipur are open, with classes commencing in August 2026. Admissions are ongoing through counselling rounds scheduled between June and July 2026.

Key Points

• Two-year, four-semester full-time M.Sc across 12 specialisations at two JNU Jaipur schools on the Jagatpura campus; UGC-recognised private state university.
• Fees range from ₹71,600 (Botany, Chemistry) to ₹1,73,000 (Microbiology) for the complete two-year programme; optional hostel is ₹40,000 to ₹60,000 per year, separate.
• Admission via CUET-PG or JNU PG Entrance Test for all specialisations; agriculture cluster (Agriculture, Agronomy, Horticulture, Genetics) also accepts ICAR AIEEA-PG.
• Merit scholarships offer up to 75 percent tuition waiver for top-performing graduates, with additional concessions for sports achievers and JNU alumni.

JNU Jaipur M.Sc Fees 2026

Fee Structure

• Total fees include two-year tuition, refundable caution money of ₹2,000, and lab or other charges of ₹4,500 to ₹6,000 per year depending on the school; hostel is optional and separate.
• Fees is subject to change, Please verify with the official sources before taking admission.

JNU Jaipur M.Sc Admission 2026

Important Dates

• Candidates apply through the JNU admissions portal at jnujaipur.ac.in; selection is based on qualifying graduation marks, entrance test score, and personal interview.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Entrance Exam Dates

Eligibility Criteria

• For basic science specialisations (Biotechnology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Physics, Botany, Mathematics, Bioinformatics, Clinical Nutrition): B.Sc in a relevant discipline with minimum 50 percent aggregate (45 percent for reserved categories).
• For agriculture specialisations (Agriculture, Agronomy, Horticulture, Genetics and Plant Breeding): B.Sc (Hons.) Agriculture or equivalent four-year agriculture degree with minimum 55 percent aggregate (50 percent for reserved categories under ICAR norms).
• Final selection is based on qualifying graduation marks, entrance test score, and a personal interview at the relevant school on the Jagatpura campus.

Admission Process

• Register on the JNU Jaipur admissions portal at jnujaipur.ac.in and fill the online M.Sc application for the chosen specialisation.
• Submit CUET-PG, ICAR AIEEA-PG (for agriculture cluster), or JNU PG Entrance Test score along with graduation mark sheets and required documents.
• Shortlisted candidates attend the counselling and personal interview at the Jagatpura campus between June and July 2026.
• Pay the first-semester fee and complete enrolment formalities to confirm the seat.

JNU Jaipur M.Sc Scholarships 2026

Available Scholarships

• Merit scholarships are linked to graduation aggregate and continue in the second year subject to a minimum CGPA criterion.
• Sports and need-based scholarship applications open after first-semester results; alumni concession requires a valid JNU UG completion record at admission.

JNU Jaipur M.Sc FAQs

Ques. Can a B.Sc graduate without Hons. apply for M.Sc Agriculture at JNU Jaipur?

Ans. JNU Jaipur’s M.Sc Agriculture eligibility states B.Sc (Hons.) Agriculture or equivalent four-year agriculture degree as the standard requirement. Candidates with a regular three-year B.Sc in Agriculture from a recognised university may also be considered if the degree is in a relevant subject with at least 55 percent aggregate, subject to the university’s interpretation at the time of counselling. Applicants should confirm eligibility directly with the JNU School of Agriculture Sciences before applying, as ICAR-linked norms may also apply.

Ques. Why is Microbiology the most expensive M.Sc at JNU Jaipur while Botany and Chemistry are the cheapest?

Ans. Fee differences between M.Sc specialisations at JNU Jaipur reflect the lab infrastructure, consumable costs, and equipment requirements of each programme. Microbiology involves specialised biosafety cabinets, culture media, and sterilisation equipment that carry higher operational costs. Botany and Chemistry, while lab-based, use more standardised equipment with wider reuse. Agriculture specialisations carry higher fees than pure sciences partly because they include field practical charges alongside laboratory work.

Ques. Is the JNU PG Entrance Test equivalent to CUET-PG for M.Sc admission purposes?

Ans. For JNU Jaipur M.Sc admission, both CUET-PG and the JNU PG Entrance Test are accepted. The JNU PG Entrance Test is conducted by the university itself on a rolling basis from May to July 2026, while CUET-PG is taken in March. Either score qualifies for the merit list. Candidates who miss CUET-PG have a second chance through the JNU PG Entrance Test closer to the admission deadline in July.

Ques. Can M.Sc Biotechnology graduates from JNU Jaipur apply for Ph.D. programmes at central universities?

Ans. Yes. An M.Sc in Biotechnology from JNU Jaipur is awarded by a UGC-recognised private state university and meets the academic qualification requirement for Ph.D. admission at central universities, IITs, and IISERs. Admission to Ph.D. programmes depends on qualifying the relevant entrance test (GATE, CSIR-NET, ICMR-JRF, or the host institution’s test). JNU Jaipur M.Sc holders are eligible to sit for these tests and appear for Ph.D. interviews like any other M.Sc graduate.

Ques. Are there research dissertation components in all 12 M.Sc specialisations at JNU Jaipur?

Ans. Yes, a research dissertation or project is part of the M.Sc curriculum across all 12 specialisations at JNU Jaipur, typically in the third or fourth semester. The dissertation is supervised by a faculty guide from the relevant school and assessed by an external examiner. Agriculture cluster students typically conduct field-based research at the Jagatpura campus grounds, while basic science students work in departmental labs. Credit weightage varies by specialisation per the ICAR or UGC framework applicable to the school.

Ques. Is hostel accommodation guaranteed for M.Sc students at JNU Jaipur?

Ans. Hostel accommodation is available on the Jagatpura campus but is not automatically guaranteed; allocation is subject to seat availability at the time of admission. Charges range from ₹40,000 to ₹60,000 per year depending on the room type, with mess fees billed separately. Students are advised to apply for hostel accommodation during the admission process rather than after joining, as demand can exceed capacity during peak intake periods in August.