Jamia Millia Islamia

Jamia Millia Islamia, established in 1920 during India's freedom movement by visionaries including Maulana Mohamed Ali Jauhar and Mahatma Gandhi's encouragement, is a Central University in Jamia Nagar, Okhla, New Delhi. Holding NAAC A++ accreditation and ranked among top universities in NIRF 2024, Jamia is a minority institution (Muslim minority university) that offers diverse programmes across engineering, social sciences, arts, law, mass communication, management, and teacher education. The AJK Mass Communication Research Centre (AJK MCRC) is widely regarded as India's best journalism and mass communication school, with alumni occupying prominent positions in Indian television, print, and digital media. Jamia's Faculty of Engineering & Technology offers B.Tech programmes in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Computer Science, and Electronics. The university's inclusive character — with 50% seat reservation for Muslim minority candidates and very affordable fees ranging from ₹20,000 to ₹80,000 per year — makes quality central university education accessible to underserved communities. Admission is through CUET for most programmes and JMI own entrance examinations for professional courses. Jamia's beautifully landscaped 250-acre campus, central mosque, vibrant cultural life with multiple annual fests, and a strong alumni network in media, civil services, and academia distinguish it as one of Delhi's most significant educational institutions.