Jawaharlal Nehru University

Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU; IAST: Javāharalāla Neharū Viśvavidyālaya) is a public research university located in Delhi, India. It was established in 1969 and named after Jawaharlal Nehru, India's first Prime Minister. The university is known for leading faculties and research emphasis on social sciences and applied sciences.

Jawaharlal Nehru University
Javāharalāla Neharū Viśvavidyālaya
TypePublic
Established22 April 1969 (22 April 1969)
AccreditationNAAC
Academic affiliations
McDonnell International Scholars Academy
Budget200 crore (US$25 million)
ChancellorKanwal Sibal
Vice-ChancellorSantishree Dhulipudi Pandit
VisitorPresident of India
Academic staff
631 (2021)
Students8,847 (2021)
Undergraduates1,117 (2021)
Postgraduates3,498 (2021)
4,232 (2021)
Location, ,
CampusUrban, total 1,019 acres (4.12 km2)
Websitewww.jnu.ac.in
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