JNU JEST 2025: Exam Dates, Application Form, Eligibility, Syllabus, Results

Joint Entrance Cum Scholarship Test 2024 ( JNU JEST )

Aayushi Madavi

Aayushi MadaviAssociate Senior Executive

Updated on Nov 18, 2024 11:39 IST

JNU JEST 2025 - Jaipur National University (JNU) is expected to open the registrations for JNU JEST 2025 in early January 2025. The application form will be available on the official website of the university. The test itself will be conducted online. Registered candidates can take JNU JEST from their homes or a cyber cafe. The test is designed to test students on their knowledge of current affairs, language skills (English), reasoning skills, quantitative aptitude and subject-specific knowledge. In addition to admissions, the university also offers scholarships up to 100% to students for undergraduate programmes. Read further to learn more about JNU JEST 2025. 

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JNU JEST 2025 Dates

Q:   How much scholarship can I get through JNU JEST?

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Aspiring students who take JNU JEST can get up to 100% scholarship to study at Jaipur National University given that they perform well in this entrance cum scholarship test. However, this is only applicable to undergraduate courses. Students might also get the chance to study abroad, as suggested by the university website.

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Q:   What is the eligibility for JNU JEST exam?

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Any student who is appearing for class 12 finals or have passed class 12 can apply for JNU JEST.

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Q:   Which body/authority conducts JNU JEST?

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JNU JEST is conducted by Jaipur National University. It is conducted for admissions to several programmes at the university. These courses include BTech, Pharmacy, Nursing, integrated law programmes and Allied Health Sciences.

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Q:   Is Jaipur National University a good institute for Science courses?

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Jaipur National University is a private self-financed university. Established only in 2007, the young university has only thrived. It is UGC recognised and was ranked 39 in the overall ranking list by India Today. If it suits your situation and circumstances, you can definitely go for the Science proogrammes offered by the institute.

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What is JNU JEST Exam?

JNU Entrance Cum Scholarship Test is a university-level exam conducted by Jaipur National University, which is approved with UGC/ AICTE/ NCTE/ BCI/ INC/ PCI/ NMC and accredited with NAAC. Jaipur National University announced this exam for the aspiring graduate students of the nation so that they can showcase their academic potential and win mega exciting prizes, certificates and scholarships up to 100%. The JNU-JEST score will help a student to fulfill their dreams of study abroad. The scholarships and rewards include upto 100% scholarships for undergraduate programmes and cash prizes upto INR 51,00,000/-. Some of the courses in which candidates can secure admission on the basis of JNU JEST are listed below:  

Note: Candidates need to fulfil the eligibility criteria that are laid down by the university from which the course is approved/ affiliated in order to secure admission in that particular course.

JNU JEST Highlights

Particulars

Details

Exam Name

Joint Entrance Cum Scholarship Test

Conducting Institute

Jaipur National University

Exam Type

University Level

Exam Frequency

Annually

Application Mode

Online

Exam Mode

Online (To be attempted from home)

Exam Date

March 2025

Exam Purpose

Scholarship and financial assistance for undergraduate programmes

Exam Duration

1 hour (60 min)

Exam Helpdesk number

+91 141 7197070, +91 8306100404, +91 7413012363, +91-8306100405

Official website

https://www.jnujaipur.ac.in/jest-2023

Q:   Where can I take the JNU JEST exam?

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JNU JEST is an online entrance exam that can be taken from anywhere. It is suggested that the applicants use a good internet connection and take the test on an high-speed device from their homes or an internet cafe. 

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Q:   How often is JNU JEST conducted?

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Jaipur National University conducts JNU JEST annually to provide students admissions and financial assisstance to study. The better the applicant performs, the higher is the scholarship. They offer upto 100% scholarship based on performance.

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Q:   Does Jaipur National University accept CUET score?

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JNU Admission through CUET 2024: Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) offers admission to UG courses based on CUET marks. You can apply for various courses like B.A.-M.A. integrated programme in Foreign Languages, the Certificate of Proficiency Program (COP), and the B.Sc. -M.Sc.The scores of MAT/ CAT/ CMAT/ XAT/ CET are taken into account for Jaipur National University MBA admission. JNU Jaipur admission to MD and MS programmes are based on NEET PG. Jaipur National University PhD admission is offered based on an entrance test followed by a personal interview conducted by the university

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Q:   Which university should I choose for MBA among JJTU University and Jaipur National University?

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To know which university to choose, aspirants can compare the options based on significant factors, such as salary pckage, seat intake, tuition fees and more. To help,  presented below is a comparison between the MBA courses at JJTU University and Jaipur National University, based on total tuition fees and seat intake:

University Name

Seat Intake

Total Tuition Fees

MBA at JJTU University

360

INR 66,000

MBA at Jaipur National University

60

INR 2.7 lakh-INR 4 lakh

Note: The above information is taken from various official sources. However, it is still subject to change and, hence, is indicative.

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JNU JEST Entrance Exam 2025 Application Process

Candidates who wish to appear for the JNU JEST 2025 will have to follow the admission process mentioned below.

Step 1: Fill JNU JEST Application Form

Candidates can fill the application form for JNU JEST 2025 online (on the official website of the college). Candidates have to fill in information like their name, father's name, contact, date of birth, email, nationality, gender, address, city, state, country, pin code, category, stream and educational details on the application form.

Step 2: Upload the documents

Candidates will have to upload their photos and certificate copies in their specific fields and the required dimensions (file sizes). Candidates should complete the application form in all respects to be eligible for the scholarship.

Step 3: Intimation Through Email

Candidates who will successfully apply for JNU JEST will receive an email detailing the process of connecting online for the examination. 

Step 4: Appear for JNU JEST

After a careful assessment of applications, shortlisted candidates will be required to take an online entrance test in real time. Candidates can take the test individually in their homes or at any place where they have access to a computer and the internet. Candidates applying for JNU JEST will be intimated about the date and time of the online test within a week of application. The test will assess the candidate’s Quantitative Aptitude/ Reasoning, Current Affairs, English and Subject related questions (Science, Arts and Commerce).

Step 5: Final Result 

Candidates selected for JNU JEST will receive an email about their results.

JNU JEST 2025 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates meet JNU JEST eligibility criteria if they have cleared their Class 12 with passing marks or are appearing for the exam from any recognised board.

Test Centres: The exam will be a computer-based online test, all candidates should have a good internet connection & a Computer/Laptop or Smartphone. Candidate can appear in the exam from their home or they can visit the nearest cyber cafe.

Q:   What is the application fee for Jaipur National University's JNU JEST exam?

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The JNU JEST application form is absolutely free of cost. Applicants just have to be eligible i.e. if they have passed or appeared for class 12 finals or boards, they can apply for the test.

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Q:   What is the highest placement package offered at Jaipur National University Powered by Sunstone?

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As per the latest report, the the highest package offered during Jaipur National University Powered by Sunstone placements in 2024 stood at INR 23 LPA. The following table depicts the Jaipur National University Powered by Sunstone placement package for 2024:

Particulars

Placement Statistics (2024)

the highest package

INR 23 LPA

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Q:   How is the infrastructure Jaipur National University Powered by Sunstone?

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Jaipur National University Powered by Sunstone offers well-equipped infrastructure with all the essential facilities for students, including academic blocks, a library, collaboration spaces, a café, a convenience store, etc. Further, it has state-of-the-art infrastructure which includes designed classrooms, 24/7 computer labs, a modern library, a huge auditorium, and others.

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Q:   What are the documents that I need to upload while filling the JNU JEST application form?

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Applicants have to upload documents like their government IDs, and educational documents like class 10 and 12 mark sheets while filling out the JNU JEST application form.

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JNU JEST 2025 Syllabus

Jaipur National University has not specified any syllabus for the entrance exam. In this exam, candidates will be asked MCQs based on English language skills, Quantitative Aptitude/ Reasoning, Current Affairs, and Subject-related questions (Science, Arts and Commerce). Candidates are advised to start their preparations well in advance to get the scholarship. Students can get up to 100% scholarship based on their performance in the online entrance test.

Q:   What study material should I refer to while preparing for JNU JEST?

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It is advised that students refer to their high school notes while preparing for JNU JEST. For the reasoning and language parts of the test paper, they can refer to any guide book that has competitve level language and reasoning questions. Solving as many questions as they can while preparing will ensure that they have enough practice to take the test.

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Q:   Can I skip the interview round for admission to BCA at Jaipur National University Powered by Sunstone?

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 No, candidates seeking for admission to BCA course at Jaipur National University Powered by Sunstone cannot skip for the interview round. All candidates must qualify for a screening test and a personal interview round with good scores.  

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Q:   What is the fee structure for BCA at Jaipur National University Powered by Sunstone?

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The fee for the BCA course at Jaipur National University Powered by Sunstone includes various components including tuition fee and registration fee. The total Course Fees of BCA is INR 2.4 Lacs per year. Candidates who want admission to Jaipur National University Powered by Sunstone can visit the official website to register for admission.

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Q:   What score is required to get admission in Jaipur National University?

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To be eligible for admission to Jaipur National University, candidates must fulfil the minimum eligibility criteria for admission to UG or PG courses. Tabulated below are the eligibility criteria for Jaipur National University admissions:

CoursesEligibility Criteria
MBA/ PGDM
Graduation from a recognised university
BTech
Class 12th with the relevant subjects as specialisation opted with a minimum of 50% aggregate
BBA
Class 12th from a recognised board with 50% aggregate
BSc
Class 12th with PCB with a minimum of 50% aggregate
BPT
Class 12th with a minimum of 50% aggregate
MSc
Graduation with a minimum of 50% aggregate in the relevant stream as one of the compulsory subject
BA LLB (Hons)
Class 12th from a recognised board
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JNU JEST 2025 Pattern

As per the official website, candidates will have to appear for JNU JEST on the assigned exam date. The test pattern will be such that aspirants will have to attempt multiple-choice questions in one-hour duration. JNU JEST will be a computer-based test. The pattern for the test is given below:

S No. Section Subject Duration
1 Section A Quantitative Aptitude/Reasoning 1 hour
2 Section B Current Affairs
3 Section C English
4 Section D Subject-related questions (Science, Arts and Commerce)

Note: Each question carries one mark with a negative marking of 0.25 for each wrong answer.

Q:   How much time will I get to take JNU JEST exam?

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Examinees are given 1 hour to take JNU JEST.

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Q:   How many sections are there in JNU JEST paper?

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There are 4 sections in the JNU JEST paper. They're coded A, B, C and D. The sections are based on Quantitative and Reasoning Aptitude, Current Affairs, English and Subject-Specific questions.

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Q:   How do I prepare current affairs for JNU JEST?

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To keep up with current affairs you can refer to newspapers, news channels, etc. You can also download news applications on your mobile phones. You can also simply Google and find out what notable events have taken place in the past few years.

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Q:   How can I get admission to B.A at Jaipur National University?

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Jaipur National University's BA admission process includes multiple steps: application process, selection process, and final admission. Find the BA admission procedure for 2024:

Eligibility Criteria: Candidates must first qualify for the BA eligibility criteria, i.e., Class 12 with a minimum of 45% aggregate in their last qualifying examination. 

Application Process: The BA admission process begins once candidates visit the official website of the university. Students who qualify for the BA eligibility criteria must fill out the online application form.

Selection Process: Candidates are shortlisted based on the merit of their last qualifying examination followed by a personal interview. 

Final Admission: Once candidates are shortlisted they are summoned for document verification and seat finalisation. Applicants must pay the BA course fee to finalise admission at JNU Rajasthan. 

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JNU JEST FAQs

Q. How can I register for JNU JEST?

A. Candidates can register for JNU JEST on the official website of Jaipur National University. The registration can be done in online mode. No other mode of application is accepted.

Q. What is the application fee for JNU JEST?

A. There is no application fee charged for Joint Entrance Cum Scholarship Test (JEST). Any student can apply for the test as the registrations for JEST are underway. 

Q. What questions will be asked in the exam?

A. Questions related to topics like Quantitative Aptitude/Reasoning, Current Affairs, English and Subject related questions(Science, Arts and Commerce) will be asked in the exam.

Q. How will I be notified about the exam?

A. Candidates will recieve an email after the successful registration regarding the exam details. Candidates will have to appear for the exam on assigned date and time.

Q. Will there be any exam centre for JNU JEST?

A. No. The exam will be computer based online test, all candidates should have good internet connection & a Computer/Laptop or Smartphone. Candidate can appear in the exam from their home or they can visit the nearest cyber cafe.

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To keep up with current affairs you can refer to newspapers, news channels, etc. You can also download news applications on your mobile phones. You can also simply Google and find out what notable events have taken place in the past few years.

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There are 4 sections in the JNU JEST paper. They're coded A, B, C and D. The sections are based on Quantitative and Reasoning Aptitude, Current Affairs, English and Subject-Specific questions.

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Anushree Rastogi

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Examinees are given 1 hour to take JNU JEST.

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It is advised that students refer to their high school notes while preparing for JNU JEST. For the reasoning and language parts of the test paper, they can refer to any guide book that has competitve level language and reasoning questions. Solving as many questions as they can while preparing will e

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Nishtha Chatterjee

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Applicants have to upload documents like their government IDs, and educational documents like class 10 and 12 mark sheets while filling out the JNU JEST application form.

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Aayushi Madavi

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Answered a month ago

The JNU JEST application form is absolutely free of cost. Applicants just have to be eligible i.e. if they have passed or appeared for class 12 finals or boards, they can apply for the test.

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Rashmi Shukla

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Jaipur National University conducts JNU JEST annually to provide students admissions and financial assisstance to study. The better the applicant performs, the higher is the scholarship. They offer upto 100% scholarship based on performance.

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Aarushi Datta

Beginner-Level 3

Answered a month ago

JNU JEST is an online entrance exam that can be taken from anywhere. It is suggested that the applicants use a good internet connection and take the test on an high-speed device from their homes or an internet cafe. 

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Jaya Kumar

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Answered a month ago

Any student who is appearing for class 12 finals or have passed class 12 can apply for JNU JEST.

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Answered a month ago

Aspiring students who take JNU JEST can get up to 100% scholarship to study at Jaipur National University given that they perform well in this entrance cum scholarship test. However, this is only applicable to undergraduate courses. Students might also get the chance to study abroad, as suggested by

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