Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) has released its school admission schedule for the academic year 2026–27. The first application window opens on January 7, 2026 , for Nursery to Class 1 admissions. Subsequent phases will cover admissions for Class 6, Class 11, and Balak Mata Centres.
Nursery to Class 1 Admissions
Registrations for Nursery, Prep, and Class 1 at JMI schools commence on January 7, 2026 . Interested applicants must complete their submissions by January 27, 2026 . This admission cycle applies to Mushir Fatma Nursery School and Syed Abid Husain Senior Secondary School (S/F). A non-refundable application fee of Rs 500 is required for these classes. All applications must be submitted online through the official JMI website, jmi.ac.in.
Class 6 Admissions
The application period for Class 6 admissions will open on February 5, 2026 . Students seeking admission to Class 6 must submit their applications by March 5, 2026 . These admissions are available at Jamia Senior Secondary School, Jamia Girls Senior Secondary School (S/F), and Syed Abid Husain Senior Secondary School (S/F). The application fee for Class 6 is Rs 500 , payable online via jmi.ac.in.
Class 11 Admissions (Science, Arts, Commerce)
A distinct application window is set for Class 11 admissions across Science, Arts, and Commerce streams. The registration process for these streams begins on February 20, 2026 , and concludes on March 20, 2026 . Students can apply for Class 11 at Jamia Senior Secondary School, Jamia Girls Senior Secondary School (S/F), and Syed Abid Husain Senior Secondary School (S/F). A uniform application fee of Rs 500 applies, with submissions processed online through jmi.ac.in.
Balak Mata Centres Admissions
JMI will conduct admissions for its Balak Mata Centres through a separate process. Application forms for these centres become available starting March 5, 2026 . The final submission deadline for Balak Mata Centre applications is April 20, 2026 . Unlike other JMI school admissions, applications for Balak Mata Centres require hard copy submission. Forms must be deposited at designated locations, including Matia Mahal, Qassabpura, and Beriwala Bagh. The application fee for Balak Mata Centres is Rs 50 .
Key Admission Dates and Fees at a Glance
| Class/Centre | Application Start Date | Application End Date | Application Fee | Application Mode | Schools/Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursery, Prep, Class 1 | January 7, 2026 | January 27, 2026 | Rs 500 | Online | Mushir Fatma Nursery School, Syed Abid Husain Senior Secondary School (S/F) |
| Class 6 | February 5, 2026 | March 5, 2026 | Rs 500 | Online | Jamia Senior Secondary School, Jamia Girls Senior Secondary School (S/F), Syed Abid Husain Senior Secondary School (S/F) |
| Class 11 (Science, Arts, Commerce) | February 20, 2026 | March 20, 2026 | Rs 500 | Online | Jamia Senior Secondary School, Jamia Girls Senior Secondary School (S/F), Syed Abid Husain Senior Secondary School (S/F) |
| Balak Mata Centres | March 5, 2026 | April 20, 2026 | Rs 50 | Hard Copy | Matia Mahal, Qassabpura, Beriwala Bagh |
All online applications must be submitted via the official Jamia Millia Islamia website, jmi.ac.in. Applicants are advised to review the detailed admission notifications on the university portal for specific eligibility criteria and further instructions.