Quick answer
In JoSAA 2026 Round 5, the toughest General (OPEN) programme at JNU Delhi (All India quota) was Computer Science and Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology), closing at JEE Main rank 36,117. The last programme to close was Electronics and Communication Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology) at rank 44,723.
Check my chancesAbout JNU Delhi
Jawaharlal Nehru University, Delhi (JNU Delhi) is located in New Delhi, Delhi, established in 1969. It takes part in JoSAA counselling alongside the Government Funded Technical Institutes (GFTIs). Admission to its undergraduate programmes is through JEE Main ranks in JoSAA counselling. In JoSAA 2026, Computer Science and Engineering closed at JEE Main rank 36,117 (General (OPEN), All India quota).
- Full name
- Jawaharlal Nehru University, Delhi
- JoSAA group
- GFTIs (Government Funded Technical Institutes)
- Location
- New Delhi, Delhi
- Established
- 1969
- NIRF Engineering rank
- Not ranked in the top 300
- Admission through
- JEE Main rank, JoSAA / CSAB
- JoSAA programmes
- 2 in 2026
- Official website
- jnu.ac.in
JNU Delhi General (OPEN) cutoff 2026: All India quota (Round 5)
| Programme | Closing rank | Female-only closing | Opening rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 36,117 | – | 18,888 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 44,723 | – | 24,755 |
How JNU Delhi cutoffs moved in JoSAA 2026: Round 1 vs Round 5
Closing ranks usually rise (open up) in later rounds as candidates upgrade or withdraw. All India quota, General (OPEN), gender-neutral seats.
| Programme | Round 1 | Round 5 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 28,352 | 36,117 | +7,765 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr · Bachelor of Technology | 38,523 | 44,723 | +6,200 |
JNU Delhi closing rank trend 2024–2026 (General (OPEN), final round)
Lower closing rank means more competitive. A rising number means the programme became easier to get.
| Programme | Quota | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 27,936 | 31,402 | 36,117 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering4 yr, Bachelor of Technology | AI | 35,486 | 41,588 | 44,723 |
How to reach JNU Delhi and where to stay
- Nearest airport: Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), about 7 km
- Main railway station: New Delhi, about 12 km
- City: New Delhi, Delhi
Distances are approximate straight-line distances from the campus; road distance is usually longer.
Reporting day and stay: parents usually need one or two nights near the campus during document verification and reporting, so book early because rooms near the campus fill up during JoSAA reporting weeks. Hostel allotment, hostel fees and mess charges for new students are published by the institute on its official website; check the latest fee notice before paying.
FAQs: JNU Delhi cutoff
What is the JNU Delhi cutoff for General (OPEN) in 2026?
In JoSAA 2026 Round 5, General (OPEN) closing ranks (All India quota, gender-neutral) ranged from 36,117 for Computer Science and Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology) to 44,723 for Electronics and Communication Engineering (4 yr, Bachelor of Technology). These are JEE Main CRL ranks.
What rank is needed for CSE at JNU Delhi?
Computer Science and Engineering at JNU Delhi closed at JEE Main rank 36,117 (General (OPEN), All India quota) in the final round of JoSAA 2026. A rank comfortably below this gives a realistic chance; cutoffs move a little every year.
Which exam rank is used for admission to JNU Delhi?
JNU Delhi admits through JEE Main ranks via JoSAA (and CSAB special rounds for vacant seats). Closing ranks on this page are JEE Main CRL ranks for OPEN seats and category ranks for EWS, OBC-NCL, SC and ST seats.
Where is JNU Delhi and how do I reach it?
JNU Delhi is in New Delhi, Delhi. By straight-line distance from the campus, the nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), about 7 km away, and the nearest main railway station is New Delhi, about 12 km away. Check road routes and travel time on a map before your reporting day.