Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) is a prestigious central university located in New Delhi, India. Established on October 29, 1920, in Aligarh during British colonial rule, it was founded by prominent nationalist leaders including Maulana Mehmud Hasan, Mohammad Ali Jauhar, Hakim Ajmal Khan, and Dr. Mukhtar Ahmad Ansari. The university was conceived as a response to the pro-British stance of Aligarh Muslim University, aiming to provide education free from colonial influence. In 1935, JMI relocated to its current campus in the Okhla area of Delhi. It was declared a ‘deemed to be university’ by the University Grants Commission in 1962 and attained the status of a central university through an act of the Indian Parliament in 1988.
Academic Excellence
JMI offers over 200 programs across undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels in diverse fields such as engineering, humanities, law, management, education, and science. Admissions are based on entrance exams conducted by the university, as well as national-level tests like JEE Main, NATA, CUET, and NEET, depending on the program.
The university is renowned for its research centers, including the AJK Mass Communication Research Center, the Center for Management Studies, and the Nelson Mandela Center for Peace and Conflict Resolution. These centers contribute significantly to research and academic discourse in their respective fields.
Rankings and Accreditations
JMI has consistently been recognized for its academic excellence. In the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2024, it was ranked 3rd among universities in India. The university has also been accredited with an ‘A++’ grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC).
Campus and Facilities
Spanning approximately 239 acres in the heart of New Delhi, JMI’s campus blends modern infrastructure with traditional architecture. Key facilities include:
- Academic Blocks: Dedicated buildings for each department with well-equipped classrooms and laboratories.
- Dr. Zakir Husain Library: One of India’s largest university libraries, offering a vast collection of books, journals, and digital resources.
- Hostels: Separate accommodations for male and female students, providing comfortable living spaces.
- Sports Facilities: Comprehensive amenities including a cricket ground, football field, gymnasium, and indoor sports complexes.
- Cultural Centers: Active student-run clubs and societies promoting music, drama, debate, dance, and literature.
Notable Alumni
- JMI has produced numerous distinguished alumni across various fields:
- Shah Rukh Khan: Renowned Bollywood actor.
- Kabir Khan: Acclaimed film director.
- Barkha Dutt: Veteran journalist.
- Virender Sehwag: Former Indian cricketer.
- Danish Siddiqui: Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist.
Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) offers a diverse array of academic programs across various disciplines. Here’s an overview of the courses available:
Undergraduate Programs
- Bachelor’s Degrees:
- Engineering & Technology: B.Tech in Civil, Computer, Electrical, Electronics & Communication Engineering.
- Arts & Humanities: B.A. (Hons) in Arabic, English, Hindi, History, Islamic Studies, Persian, Political Science, Sociology, Urdu, among others.
- Science: B.Sc in Bioscience, Biotechnology, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Geography, etc.
- Commerce & Management: B.Com (Hons), BBA.
- Architecture & Design: B.Arch, BFA in Applied Arts, Painting, Sculpture.
- Education: B.Ed in Nursery Education, Special Education.
- Vocational Studies: B.Voc in Solar Energy, Food Production.
- Law: B.A. LL.B (Hons).
Postgraduate Programs
Master’s Degrees:
- Arts & Humanities: M.A. in Arabic, English, Hindi, History, Islamic Studies, Persian, Political Science, Sociology, Urdu, etc.
- Science: M.Sc in Bioscience, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Environmental Science, Disaster Management, etc.
- Engineering & Technology: M.Tech in Energy Science, Computational Mathematics, Environmental Science & Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering.
- Commerce & Management: M.Com, MBA in International Business, Healthcare & Hospital Management
- Education: M.Ed, M.A. in Education, Educational Planning & Administration.
- Architecture & Design: M.Arch in various specializations.
- Law: LL.M in Personal Law.
- Computer Applications: MCA.
Diploma and Certificate Programs
Diploma Programs:
- Diplomas in Modern Arabic Language & Translation, Chinese, French, Italian, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Turkish, Uzbek, Persian, Pashto, Kazhaki, Turkemenian, Elementary Education, Engineering (Civil, Computer, Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical), etc
Advanced Diploma Programs:
- Advanced Diplomas in Modern Arabic Language & Translation, French, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Turkish, Counseling Psychology, Public Health, etc.
Postgraduate Diploma Programs:
- PG Diplomas in Computer Applications, Educational Management, Translation Proficiency, Iranology, Remote Sensing & GIS Application, Disaster Management, Journalism (Hindi Medium), T.V Journalism (Hindi Medium), English-Hindi Translation, Tourism & Travel Management, Urdu Mass Media, etc.
Certificate Programs:
- Certificates in Calligraphy, Commercial Art, Photography, Modern Arabic Language & Translation, Digital Humanities, Translation Proficiency in English, Chinese, French, Italian, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Turkish, Uzbek, Modern Persian, Pashto Language, Kazhaki, Turkemenian, Sanskrit, Urdu, etc.
Doctoral Programs
- Ph.D. programs are offered in various disciplines including Development Extension, Applied Science and Humanities, Arabic, Architecture, Art History and Art Appreciation, Biosciences, Biotechnology, Unani Medicine, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Commerce and Business Studies, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Design, Economics, Educational Studies, Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Environmental Science and Management, English, European Studies (Latin American Studies), Geography, Hindi, History, Islamic Studies, Management, Mathematics, Persian, Physics, Political Science, Applied Psychology, Psychology, Sanskrit, Sociology, Tourism and Hospitality, Urdu, etc.