Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) has started accepting applications for its MA Psychology program for the academic year 2026.
Interested and eligible candidates can apply for the program by completing the online application form before the deadline. Read on to learn more about the program’s details.
Course Duration & Number of Seats for MA Psychology at JMI
- Duration: 2 Years (Full-Time Program)
- Number of Seats: 42
Eligibility Criteria for MA Psychology at JMI
To apply for the MA Psychology program at JMI, candidates must meet one of the following criteria:
- Bachelor’s degree (BA Hons) in Psychology with a Minimum of 50% marks from a UGC recognized university.
- Bachelor’s degree in any of the following, with a minimum of 55% aggregate marks from a UGC recognized university:
- BA/BSc/BCom/BBA
- BA (Hons)/BSc (Hons)/BCom (Hons)
- BSc (Home Science)
Pattern of Exam MA Psychology Program
Admission to the MA Psychology at JMI will be based on merit determined through an Entrance Test conducted by the University.
- The Entrance Test will be Objective in nature (Multiple Choice Questions).
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks will be deducted for each incorrect answer.
- Admission is strictly merit-based.
- Absence in any component of the entrance process will result in forfeiture of the admission.
- No request for rechecking or re-evaluation of answer scripts will be entertained.
Application Process and Fee for the MA Psychology Program at JMI
- Applications must be submitted online only.
- Candidates must apply through the official admission portal of the Jamia Millia Islamia.
- Application Fee: Rs. 700/-
- Application fee once paid is non-refundable (except failed transactions identified by JMI).
- Payment Mode: Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, and UPI.
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Important Dates and Other Details
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Admission Forms Open | February 20, 2026 |
| Last to Submit the Admission Form | March 25, 2026 |
| Application Form Correction Window | April 01, 2026 – April 06, 2026 |
| Release of Admit Cards | April 17, 2026 onwards (Issued approx. one week before the test date) |
| Commencement of Entrance Test | 03 June 2026; 12:00 Noon – 01:30 PM (tentative, although the entrance exams will begin from April 26, 2026 onwards) |
| Result | Within 20–25 days from test |
| Last Date for Submitting Qualifying Examination Result | October 31, 2026 |
Documents & Verification
- No documents (except a photograph and a signature) are required to be uploaded with the online application.
- All original documents (Mark sheets, Certificates, Score Cards, etc.) will be verified at the time of admission:
- At the office of the concerned Head/Director of the Department/Centre, i.e., Department of Psychology.
- Candidate details (address, mobile number, etc.) will be verified using the Aadhaar Card at the time of admission.
- The qualifying examination result must be complete and valid on the day of admission.
Admit Card Details
- Jamia Millia Islamia will inform candidates about the availability of the Admit Card through SMS on the mobile number they registered, by email, or through the admission portal.
- Once available, candidates must download and print the Admit Card.
- After printing the Admit Card, candidates must paste a self-attested recent coloured passport-size photograph in the space provided.
- Candidates must carefully follow the instructions printed on the Admit Card.
- It is mandatory to carry a valid ID proof along with the Admit Card on the day of the Entrance Test.
Important Instructions Regarding Test Centers
- For the MA Psychology, candidates may choose one of the following Entrance Test Centers while filling out the online application form:
- Delhi, Lucknow, Guwahati, Patna, Kolkata, Srinagar, Calicut, Bhopal, Jaipur, Dehradun, Kishanganj.
- Candidates must select their preferred city from the list during the online application.
- The second preference is automatically set as Delhi by default.
- If 49 or fewer candidates apply for a program in a particular city, JMI may conduct the Entrance Test in Delhi or in another city at its discretion.
- JMI will communicate the final details of the test centre through the Admit Card.
- JMI will not entertain any request for change of Entrance Test Centre after submission.
- Only candidates carrying:
- A valid Admit Card with a self-attested coloured passport-size photograph, and
- To appear for the Entrance Test, candidates need to bring a valid Government-issued ID (Aadhaar Card or equivalent).
- Candidates should print two copies of the Admit Card, as they must submit one copy to the invigilator at the test centre.
- JMI will not change candidate details (such as category or program) after the final date of application editing.
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Need More Help?
For more details about the program or information regarding different psychology entrance examinations, you can contact us at UPS Education using the following details:
Contact no: +91-9990717772
Website: upseducation.in
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the eligibility for the MA Psychology at JMI?
Candidates must have either:
- BA (Hons) in Psychology with at least 50% marks, or
- A Bachelor’s degree (BA/BSc/BCom/BBA or equivalent) with at least 55% aggregate marks from a recognized university.
2. What is the exam pattern for JMI MA Psychology entrance?
Jamia Millia Islamia conducts the entrance test in an objective (MCQ-based) format and deducts 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer.
3. What is the application fee for MA Psychology at JMI?
The application fee is Rs. 700/-, payable online through Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
4. Can non-psychology students apply for the MA Psychology at JMI?
Yes. Candidates from non-psychology backgrounds can apply if they meet the minimum 55% aggregate requirement.
