How many papers are there in the JNU Non Teaching Written Examination 2026?

The written examination consists of Paper I (General Aptitude) and Paper II (Post-Specific Domain Knowledge).

Is Paper I common for all JNU Non Teaching posts?

Yes. Paper I is common for all posts requiring a written examination.

Is there any negative marking in the JNU Non Teaching Exam 2026?

Yes. One-fourth (1/4th) mark is deducted for every incorrect answer in both Paper I and Paper II.

Which posts require a Skill Test?

Private Secretary, Personal Assistant, Stenographer, Assistant, Junior Assistant, and Computer Operator require a qualifying Skill Test.

Is there an interview for Group B and Group C posts?

No. Interviews are conducted only for Group A posts. Group B and Group C posts are selected through the written examination and skill test wherever applicable.

What is the duration of Paper II?

Paper II is conducted for 1 hour 30 minutes and contains 50 MCQs carrying 100 marks.

JNU Non Teaching Syllabus 2026, Check Detailed Exam Pattern, Subject-Wise Important Topics, and Preparation Tips

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Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) has released the JNU Non-Teaching Syllabus 2026 for 267 Group A, Group B, and Group C posts. Candidates preparing for the examination should understand the latest syllabus and exam pattern to plan their studies effectively. This article provides the complete subject-wise syllabus, exam pattern, selection process, preparation tips, and other important details.

JNU Non Teaching Syllabus 2026

The JNU Non Teaching 2026 selection process differs according to the post. For Group A posts, candidates must qualify a Written Test followed by an Interview/Personality Test, while Group B and Group C posts generally involve a Written Test and a Skill Test, wherever prescribed.

The written examination is divided into Paper I (General Aptitude), common to all eligible posts, and Paper II (Post-Specific/Domain Knowledge). Candidates should carefully review the detailed syllabus and exam pattern to prepare effectively for each stage of the selection process.

JNU Non Teaching Syllabus and Exam Pattern: Overview

Particulars	Details
Organization	Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU)
Recruitment	JNU Non Teaching Recruitment 2026
Total Vacancies	267
Examination Mode	Computer Based Test (CBT)
Paper I	Common for all written examination posts
Paper II	Post-specific/Domain Knowledge
Interview	Group A Posts Only
Skill Test	Applicable for notified posts
Negative Marking	1/4 mark for every wrong answer
Official Website	jnu.ac.in

JNU Non Teaching Selection Process 2026

The selection procedure differs from one post category to another. Candidates are advised to understand each stage of the selection process before starting their exam preparation.

Post Category	Selection Process
Group A Posts	Written Test (Paper I + Paper II) + Interview/Personality Test
Group B Posts	Written Test (Paper I + Paper II) + Skill Test (wherever applicable)
Group C Posts	Written Test (Paper I + Paper II) + Skill Test (wherever applicable)
Typing/Stenography Posts	Written Test + Qualifying Skill Test
Interview	Applicable only for Group A Posts
Group B & C Interview	No Interview

JNU Non Teaching Exam Pattern 2026

The written examination consists of two papers.

Paper I: Common General Aptitude Paper for all posts.
Paper II: Post-specific professional knowledge.

Paper	Sections	Questions	Marks	Duration
Paper I	General Awareness, Reasoning Ability, Mathematical Ability, English/Hindi Language, Computer Awareness	150	300	2 Hours
Paper II	Post-Specific Domain Knowledge	50	100	1.5 Hours

JNU Non Teaching Paper I Exam Pattern 2026

Paper I is compulsory for all candidates appearing in the written examination. The exam will be conducted for 2 hours, and no negative marking will be applied for incorrect answers.

Subjects	Questions	Marks
General Awareness	30	60
Reasoning Ability	35	70
Mathematical Ability	35	70
English or Hindi Language	30	60
Computer Awareness	20	40
Total	150	300

JNU Non Teaching Paper II Exam Pattern

Paper II is post-specific and assesses candidates’ professional knowledge related to the post they have applied for. It consists of 50 Multiple Choice Questions carrying 100 marks and is conducted after Paper I.

Particulars	Details
Type of Questions	Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Number of Questions	50
Maximum Marks	100
Duration	1 Hour 30 Minutes
Negative Marking	1/4 mark for every incorrect answer

JNU Non Teaching Skill Test 2026

Candidates applying for the following posts must qualify the prescribed Skill Test. The Skill Test is qualifying in nature and its marks are not included in the final merit list.

Post	Skill Test
Private Secretary	Stenography Test (120 WPM English / 100 WPM Hindi)
Personal Assistant	Stenography Test (100 WPM English/Hindi)
Stenographer	Stenography Test (80 WPM English/Hindi)
Assistant	Typing Test (35 WPM English / 30 WPM Hindi)
Junior Assistant	Typing Test (35 WPM English / 30 WPM Hindi)
Computer Operator	Laboratory-based Practical Test

Stenography Skill Test

Post	Dictation	Transcription
Private Secretary	120 WPM (English) / 100 WPM (Hindi)	50 min (English), 60 min (Hindi)
Personal Assistant	100 WPM	40 min (English), 55 min (Hindi)
Stenographer	80 WPM	50 min (English), 65 min (Hindi)

JNU Non Teaching Interview Pattern (Group A Posts)

Only candidates applying for Group A posts will appear for the Interview/Personality Test after qualifying the written examination.

Stage	Weightage
Written Examination (Paper I + Paper II)	70%
Interview/Personality Test	30%

JNU Non Teaching Paper I Syllabus 2026

Paper I is common for all candidates appearing in the written examination. It assesses a candidate’s general aptitude, reasoning ability, numerical skills, language proficiency, and computer knowledge.

Subject	Detailed Syllabus
General Awareness	Current Affairs, National & International Events, Indian History, Indian Polity, Indian Constitution, Geography, Economy, Science & Scientific Research, Art & Culture, Environment, Important Organizations & Institutions, Government Schemes, Awards & Honours, Books & Authors, Sports, Important Days, General Policy, Everyday Science
Reasoning Ability	Analogies, Similarities & Differences, Classification, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations, Direction Sense, Number Series, Alphabet Series, Figure Series, Logical Reasoning, Statement & Conclusion, Statement & Assumption, Decision Making, Problem Solving, Visual Memory, Space Visualization, Observation, Analytical Reasoning, Arithmetical Reasoning, Syllogism, Non-Verbal Reasoning
Mathematical Ability	Number System, Simplification, Decimals, Fractions, LCM & HCF, Ratio & Proportion, Percentage, Average, Profit & Loss, Discount, Simple Interest, Compound Interest, Time & Work, Pipes & Cistern, Time, Speed & Distance, Mensuration, Data Interpretation, Tables, Graphs, Basic Algebra
English/Hindi Language	Vocabulary, Grammar, Sentence Structure, Error Detection, Fill in the Blanks, Synonyms, Antonyms, One Word Substitution, Idioms & Phrases, Reading Comprehension, Sentence Rearrangement, Active & Passive Voice, Direct & Indirect Speech, Spellings, Language Usage
Computer Awareness	Computer Fundamentals, Basic Applications of Computers, Hardware, Software, Operating Systems, MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, Internet, E-mail, Networking Basics, Cyber Security, Computer Memory, Input & Output Devices, Storage Devices, Database Basics, Computer Abbreviations

JNU Non Teaching Paper II Syllabus 2026 (Post-wise)

The detailed post-wise JNU Non Teaching Syllabus has been provided below:

Assistant Registrar, Section Officer & Senior Assistant

Establishment & Financial Matters (40 Questions)

Advances
Children’s Education Allowance
Compensatory Allowances
CCS (Conduct) Rules
CCS (CCA) Rules
Departmental Promotion Committee (DPC)
Modified Assured Career Progression (MACP)
Deputation & Foreign Service
House Allotment Rules
Income Tax
Joining Time
Leave Rules
Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
CGHS & CS(MA) Rules
Pay & Allowances
Pay Fixation
Provident Fund
Pension Rules
National Pension System (NPS)
Reservation in Appointments
Seniority & Promotion
Resignation, Removal & Dismissal
Retirement Benefits
Travelling Allowance
General Financial Rules (GFR) 2017
Procurement of Goods & Services
PFMS
CAN Account
Treasury Single Account (TSA)

University Administration (10 Questions)

University Act, Statutes & Ordinances
Powers and Functions of University Authorities
Executive Council
Academic Council
Finance Committee
University Court
Curriculum Development
Evaluation Procedures
Framing of Regulations
University Administrative Procedures

System Analyst

The questions will test candidates’ domain knowledge in:

Computer Fundamentals
Computer Applications
Operating Systems
Computer Hardware
Computer Software
Word Processing
Database Management
Data Analysis Packages
Internet Technologies
Networking
Cyber Security
Information Systems
Programming Concepts
Other topics related to System Administration

Assistant Librarian

Questions will assess candidates’ knowledge of:

Library & Information Science
Library Management
Library Classification
Cataloguing
Reference Services
Information Retrieval
Digital Libraries
Library Automation
Documentation
Information Sources
ICT Applications in Libraries
Library Networking
Bibliography
Preservation of Library Resources
Research Methodology

Public Relations Officer

Questions will cover:

Journalism & Mass Communication
Public Relations
Media Relations
News Writing
Press Releases
Corporate Communication
Advertising
Digital Media
Social Media Management
Event Management
Crisis Communication
Public Speaking
Branding
Communication Skills
Media Ethics

Research Officer

Questions will be based on the relevant field and may include:

Research Methodology
Human Rights Studies
Disability Studies
Social Sciences
Humanities
Modern Indian History (where applicable)
Data Collection Methods
Statistical Analysis
Research Publications
Policy Analysis
Academic Research

Executive Engineer (Electrical)

Questions will cover:

CPWD Works Manual
Tendering Process
General Conditions of Contract
Preparation of Estimates (ARMO/DSR)
CPWD Maintenance Manual
GFR & GeM Procurement
Arbitration & Conciliation Act, 1996
Internal & External Electrification
Substations
Fire Alarm & Fire Fighting Systems
HVAC Systems
Pumping Systems
VRV/VRF Systems
Audio Visual Systems
DG Sets
Lifts
Solar Photovoltaic Power Plants
Energy Conservation Code
Electricity Rules & Safety Rules
BIS Codes
Quality Assurance Policy

Executive Engineer (Civil)

Questions will cover:

CPWD Works Manual
Tendering Process
General Conditions of Contract
Preparation of Estimates
DSR & Plinth Area Rates
CPWD Maintenance Manual
GFR & GeM Procurement
Arbitration & Conciliation Act
Accessible Building Design
Rainwater Harvesting
Green Building Rating
RCC Structures
Road Engineering
Water Supply
Plumbing Systems
Statutory Building Approvals
BIS Codes for Civil Engineering
Quality Assurance
Appointment of Architects & Consultants

Junior Engineer (Civil)

Questions will cover:

Building Materials
Surveying
Soil Mechanics
Hydraulics
Environmental Engineering
Structural Engineering
Concrete Technology
RCC Design
Estimation & Costing
Foundation Engineering
Civil Engineering Practices

Computer Operator

Questions will cover:

Computer Fundamentals
MS Word
MS Excel
MS PowerPoint
Database Management
Data Analysis Packages
Computer Hardware
Software Applications
Internet
Operating Systems
Networking
Office Automation
Laboratory-based Practical Questions

Professional Assistant

Questions will cover:

Library & Information Science
Library Classification
Cataloguing
Library Management
Information Retrieval
Library Automation
Digital Libraries
Documentation
ICT Applications in Libraries
Preservation of Library Resources

Assistant Archivist

Questions will cover:

Archival Science
Records Management
Preservation of Archives
Manuscript Conservation
Digital Archives
Historical Records
Documentation
Cataloguing
Record Digitization
Computer Applications in Archives

Semi Professional Assistant

Questions will cover:

Library Science
Library Classification
Cataloguing
Reference Services
Information Retrieval
Library Automation
Digital Libraries
Documentation
ICT Applications in Libraries
Library Management

Assistant Manager (Guest House)

Questions will cover:

Hotel Management
Front Office Operations
Housekeeping
Food & Beverage Service
Hospitality Management
Guest Relations
Catering Management
Hotel Accounting
Hospitality Marketing
Customer Service
Inventory Management
Event Management
Hygiene & Sanitation

Statistical Assistant

Questions will cover:

Descriptive Statistics
Probability
Sampling Techniques
Statistical Inference
Correlation & Regression
Index Numbers
Time Series
Mathematical Statistics
Data Interpretation
Statistical Methods
Quantitative Analysis
Basic Econometrics

JNU Non Teaching Minimum Qualifying Marks

Candidates must secure the following minimum qualifying marks separately in Paper I and Paper II.

Category	Minimum Qualifying Marks
General / EWS	40%
OBC (NCL)	35%
SC	35%
ST	35%
PwBD	35%

JNU Non Teaching Negative Marking

Each correct answer carries the prescribed marks.
1/4th mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer in both Paper I and Paper II.
No marks will be deducted for unanswered questions.

JNU Non Teaching Syllabus 2026 Preparation Tips

Candidates should prepare Paper I and Paper II simultaneously to improve their overall score. Since Paper II carries domain-specific questions, candidates must revise the subjects related to their educational qualification and work profile.

Understand the complete syllabus and latest exam pattern before starting preparation.
Strengthen General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, Computer Awareness, and Language for Paper I.
Focus on post-specific professional subjects for Paper II.
Practice previous year papers and CBT mock tests regularly.
Revise important government rules, GFR, CCS Rules, and University Administration for administrative posts.
Improve typing or stenography speed if a qualifying skill test is applicable.
Avoid unnecessary guessing in the examination due to negative marking.
Revise current affairs and computer awareness regularly.