JNU UG Admissions 2026: First Selection List Released, Seat Blocking Details Out

New Delhi: The Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) has released the first merit list for undergraduate (UG) admissions in the various courses offered by the university. The merit list has been released on the official website of JNU, i.e., jnuee.jnu.ac.in. All the applicants for admission should now check their status of seat allotment. Those applicants who have been allotted a seat should now follow the process of admission as per the deadlines set by the university.

In order to verify their seat allotment status, candidates are required to log in with their application number and password. After logging in to the website, all information about the merit list is mentioned, and it includes important details like the names of candidates, category, course, score, and your seat allotment status.

What is the next step after seat allocation?

Jawaharlal Nehru University has provided the timeline for accepting the seat. Candidates must accept their seats by 6 August 2026. The pre-enrollment and fee payment portal will remain available from 3 August to 6 August.

Selected students must complete the physical verification of their documents during this time period. They should ensure that all the admission procedures are completed on time. In case of failure of the candidate to complete any of the steps, their allocated seat will be cancelled. Also, JNU is set to release the third merit list on 5 August for postgraduate (PG) admissions.

How to check the JNU UG first merit list?

1. Candidates must visit the official website, i.e., jnuee.jnu.ac.in.
2. On the website, click on the JNU UG First Merit List 2026 link.
3. Enter your application number and password.
4. After entering your details, you can view your seat allotment status.

What are the next steps for selected candidates?

Selected candidates must complete the admission process. Candidates are required to complete document verification with original certificates. They must pay the required admission fee before the deadline. 

If any candidate fails to complete the admission process on time, then he will lose his allocated seat. That seat can be used for the admission of other candidates in the next round.