Jai Narain Vyas University (JNVU), Jodhpur, is a Rajasthan state public university started by the Government of Rajasthan in 1962. It was first called the University of Jodhpur and was renamed Jai Narain Vyas University on 12 February 1992. The university is approved by the University Grants Commission (UGC), is a member of the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU), and has a NAAC B++ grade from Cycle 3 in 2023.

JNVU is not listed in the current NIRF University rankings. The university is known for affordable public higher education in western Rajasthan, along with research work related to the Thar Desert and dry-region ecosystems.

The university works from three campuses in Jodhpur, with a main campus area of 315 hectares (779 acres). It is widely referred to as the westernmost university in India.

  • Arts, Science and Commerce: BA, BSc, BCom and Honours options are offered in 20+ subjects such as Economics, History, Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology, Commerce, and Home Science
  • Management: Students can choose BBA at UG level and MBA in Financial Services, Tourism and Hospitality Management, and Executive streams
  • Law: The law courses include 3-year LLB, 5-year BA.LLB, and 5-year BBA.LLB
  • Technology: BCA and BE in 12 branches are available through the constituent MBM Engineering College, with BE admission through REAP
  • Education: The university offers B.Ed and M.Ed programmes
  • Postgraduate and Research: JNVU offers MA, MSc, MCom in 20+ subjects, along with MFC, MIB, MTA, and PhD programmes

The full 3-year fee for BA, BSc, and BCom is INR 2,580. MA and MSc have total fees of INR 1,970. MBA costs INR 70,000 in total, while BE at MBM Engineering College costs INR 2,00,000 per year.

Students at JNVU can apply for central and Rajasthan government schemes such as the National Scholarship Portal (NSP), Mukhyamantri Ucch Shiksha Scholarship, and Rajasthan Post-Matric Scholarship for SC and ST students.

Admission Update: JNVU admissions for the 2026-27 session reached the final stage after UG and PG merit rounds in July 2026 and counselling through September 2026. BE admission through REAP 2026 also moved through its final allotment phase. For the 2027-28 MBA batch, CMAT 2027 registration is expected in October 2026.

JNVU Admission Dates 2026

Most JNVU admission activities for the 2026-27 session are already over. The next relevant entrance timeline for JNVU MBA aspirants is CMAT 2027, which is expected to begin its registration process in October 2026.

EventDate
CMAT 2027 registration for MBA admissionOctober 2026

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

The university uses direct merit for many UG and PG programmes, REAP for BE, and CMAT followed by GD and PI for MBA. For law, BBA, BCA, B.Ed and other courses, the selection route depends on the programme.

Course FamilyEntrance ExamAdditional Step
BA, BSc, BCom, MA, MSc, MComNo entrance exam, direct meritMerit list based on Class 12 or graduation marks
BE, all branches via MBMREAP, with JEE Main priority or Class 12 percentileREAP counselling, choice filling, and seat allotment
MBACMATGD and PI at JNVU campus
LLB, BA.LLB, BBA.LLBNo national exam, university merit processGraduation marks for LLB and Class 12 marks for 5-year law courses
BBA, BCANo entrance exam, direct meritMerit list based on Class 12 marks
B.EdPTET, Rajasthan state examPTET counselling and college preference filling

JNVU Courses and Fees

JNVU offers courses through Arts, Science and Commerce, Law, Management, Education, and Engineering. Government-level fee structures keep several programmes low-cost, with BA, BSc, and BCom total fees at INR 2,580. BE at MBM Engineering College has a fee of INR 2,00,000 per year.

CourseDurationEligibilityTotal Fees
BA / BSc / BCom, and Honours3 years10+2 in a relevant stream with min 45%, or 40% for SC/STINR 2,580 total
BBA3 years10+2 in any stream with min 45%INR 40,170 total
BCA3 years10+2 with Mathematics and min 45%INR 58,140 total
BA.LLB / BBA.LLB5 years10+2 in any stream with min 45%, or 40% for SC/STINR 1,94,975 total
LLB3 yearsAny bachelor’s degree with min 45%, or 40% for SC/STINR 36,000 total
BE, 12 branches via MBM4 years10+2 PCM with min 45% plus REAP, based on JEE Main or Class 12 percentileINR 2,00,000 per year
B.Ed2 yearsBachelor’s degree with min 50%INR 50,000 per year
MA / MSc / MCom2 yearsRelevant bachelor’s degree with min 45%, or 40% for SC/STINR 1,970 total
MBA, general and Tourism2 yearsAny bachelor’s degree with min 50%, or 45% for SC/ST, plus CMATINR 70,000 total
MBA, Financial Services2 yearsAny bachelor’s degree with min 50%, or 45% for SC/ST, plus CMATINR 1,40,000 total

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

MBM Engineering College offers BE branches such as Civil Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mining Engineering, IT, and Production and Industrial Engineering. Law graduates can pursue LLM at total fees of INR 36,000.

JNVU Admission Process

JNVU follows different selection methods for different courses. Many UG and PG courses use merit lists, BE admission is handled through REAP, MBA uses CMAT with GD and PI, and law admission is based on the university merit process.

BA, BSc, BCom, and PG Programmes

For Arts, Science, Commerce, and related UG and PG subjects, JNVU does not ask for a national entrance exam. Students apply online, and the university prepares merit lists using Class 12 marks for UG courses and graduation marks for PG courses.

  • Eligibility for UG: 10+2 in the relevant stream with at least 45% aggregate, or 40% for SC/ST candidates
  • Eligibility for MA, MSc, and MCom: Relevant bachelor’s degree with at least 45%
  • Selection: JNVU releases the merit list on the admission portal after applications close
  • Process: Merit list, document check, fee payment, and admission confirmation
  • The university conducts more than one merit list round if seats remain vacant
  • Reservation: Rajasthan state reservation rules apply, including 10% horizontal reservation for EWS candidates

BE Admission via REAP

BE seats at MBM Engineering College are filled through the Rajasthan Engineering Admission Process, called REAP. The Department of Technical Education conducts this process. JEE Main candidates get priority in the first merit pool, and students without JEE Main are considered through Class 12 PCM percentile in the second pool.

  • Eligibility: 10+2 with Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry/Biotechnology/Biology, with min 45%, or 40% for SC/ST
  • Seat split: 85% seats are for Rajasthan domicile students and 15% are open to all-India candidates
  • Process: REAP registration, choice filling, automatic allotment, and reporting at MBM Engineering College

MBA Admission

MBA admission at JNVU is based on CMAT. The Department of Business Administration shortlists students through CMAT scores and then conducts Group Discussion and Personal Interview rounds on campus. A CMAT percentile of 65 or above is usually competitive for MBA shortlisting at JNVU.

  • Eligibility: Any bachelor’s degree with at least 50% aggregate, or 45% for SC/ST
  • MBA Executive: Bachelor’s degree with at least 50% and relevant work experience
  • Selection: CMAT score, then Group Discussion and Personal Interview at the JNVU campus

Law Programmes

JNVU does not use CLAT or any other national law entrance test for LLB admission. The university prepares its own merit list. Graduation marks are used for 3-year LLB, while Class 12 marks are used for BA.LLB and BBA.LLB.

  • LLB eligibility: Any bachelor’s degree with minimum 45%, or 40% for SC/ST
  • BA.LLB and BBA.LLB eligibility: 10+2 in any stream with minimum 45%, or 40% for SC/ST

JNVU Scholarships

JNVU does not run a separate university merit scholarship fund. Students can apply for central and Rajasthan government scholarships if they meet the category, income, and course rules.

ScholarshipEligibilityCoverage
National Scholarship Portal (NSP)SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and minority students who meet income rulesTuition fee, exam fee, and maintenance allowance as per scheme rules
Mukhyamantri Ucch Shiksha ScholarshipRajasthan domicile students with 60%+ in Class 12 and parental income below INR 2.5 lakhsINR 5,000 per year for UG/PG studies
Rajasthan Post-Matric Scholarship, SC/STSC and ST students from Rajasthan with a valid caste certificateTuition fee reimbursement and maintenance allowance
Ambedkar Fellowship, RajasthanSC students in PG or research programmesMonthly stipend for PG and research students
Rajasthan Backward Class ScholarshipOBC students from Rajasthan domicile families with parental income below INR 2.5 lakhsPartial fee reimbursement
Free Seat Schemes, select PGMerit-cum-means rules as notified in the programme admission circularFull or partial fee waiver for selected PG programme seats

For NSP and Rajasthan state schemes, students apply through scholarships.gov.in and the Rajasthan state scholarship portal. Applications usually begin after admission is confirmed in July to August each year.

JNVU Campus and Infrastructure

JNVU has three campuses in Jodhpur, and its main campus area is 315 hectares (779 acres). The campus includes the central administration, teaching faculty buildings, hostels, and research centres. Because of its location near the Thar region, the university supports research connected with desert and arid-zone studies.

The university provides separate hostels for boys and girls. It has more than 8 hostel blocks with total capacity for 1,000+ residents. Campus facilities include a central library, sports grounds, computer labs, seminar halls, a health centre, and a cafeteria. Hostel areas have Wi-Fi connectivity and CCTV surveillance.

JNVU has six main teaching faculties: Arts, Science, Commerce and Management, Law, Education and Social Sciences, and Engineering through MBM Engineering College. Its research centres cover areas such as geology, defence studies, and arid-zone sciences.

JNVU vs University of Rajasthan vs Mohanlal Sukhadia University

Students looking at public universities in Rajasthan often compare JNVU in Jodhpur with the University of Rajasthan in Jaipur and Mohanlal Sukhadia University in Udaipur. All three are UGC-recognised state universities and offer similar academic choices at government-level fees.

ParameterJNVU, JodhpurUniversity of Rajasthan, JaipurMLSU, Udaipur
Established196219471962
LocationJodhpur, western RajasthanJaipur, state capitalUdaipur, southern Rajasthan
NAAC GradeB++, Cycle 3, 2023A+, Cycle 4A, Cycle 2
BA/BSc Total FeeINR 2,580Comparable government ratesComparable government rates
EngineeringBE through MBM Engineering College by REAPNo engineering schoolNo engineering school
MBA EntranceCMAT plus GD/PICMAT plus university processCMAT plus university process
Key Research FocusThar Desert, arid zones, defence studiesBroad social science and science researchTribal studies, Mewar culture, mining

JNVU is useful for students from western Rajasthan and is the only university among these three that offers engineering admission through MBM Engineering College via REAP. The University of Rajasthan has a stronger NAAC grade and is based in the state capital. MLSU mainly serves southern Rajasthan and has research strengths in tribal communities and natural resources.

JNVU FAQs

Ques. Do BA or BSc applicants need an entrance test for JNVU?

Ans. No. JNVU gives admission to BA, BSc, and BCom through Class 12 merit. Students do not have to take CUET or any other national entrance exam. After applying on the JNVU admission portal, the 10+2 percentage is used for merit ranking.

Ques. Which admission route is used for BE at JNVU?

Ans. BE admission at MBM Engineering College, a JNVU constituent college, is done through REAP, or Rajasthan Engineering Admission Process. JEE Main scores get priority in the REAP merit list. If a student has not taken JEE Main, Class 12 PCM percentile is considered. The Rajasthan state government conducts REAP seat allotment centrally.

Ques. How much does the full BA course cost at JNVU?

Ans. The complete 3-year BA programme at JNVU costs INR 2,580. This is among the lowest university fee structures in Rajasthan. The total fee for MA is also low at INR 1,970 for 2 years.

Ques. Are applicants from other states allowed to study at JNVU?

Ans. Yes. Students from across India can apply for UG, PG, MBA, and Law courses at JNVU. For BE through REAP, 15% of seats are for candidates from outside Rajasthan, while 85% are reserved for Rajasthan domicile candidates.

Ques. Is JNVU ranked in NIRF?

Ans. JNVU is not currently placed in the NIRF University rankings. It is UGC-recognised and has a NAAC B++ grade from Cycle 3 in 2023, but it has not received a rank in the published NIRF University list.

Ques. Is CLAT accepted for LLB admission at JNVU?

Ans. No. JNVU does not use CLAT for LLB admission. CLAT is meant for National Law Universities. For 3-year LLB at JNVU, graduation marks decide the merit rank. For 5-year BA.LLB and BBA.LLB, Class 12 percentage is used.

Ques. What CMAT score is usually useful for JNVU MBA admission?

Ans. A CMAT percentile of 65 or above is usually competitive for getting shortlisted for the JNVU MBA GD and PI round. Final selection also considers graduation percentage and performance in the Group Discussion and Personal Interview held at the JNVU campus in Jodhpur.

Ques. Are hostels available at JNVU?

Ans. Yes. JNVU has more than 8 hostel blocks with total capacity for 1,000+ residents. Boys and girls have separate hostels. Facilities include mess, Wi-Fi, and CCTV coverage. Hostel admission depends on seat availability and university rules for that academic year.