JMI M.A. Social Work Entrance 2027–28: Eligibility, Syllabus & Coaching
Official eligibility, the 2026 test schedule, what to prepare and online or classroom coaching for the Jamia Millia Islamia M.A. Social Work entrance at Meer Sir Academy, Jamia Nagar.
Prepared by Meer Sir Academy faculty · Updated 25 October 2026 · Based on official JMI 2026–27 admission documents
About JMI M.A. Social Work
M.A. Social Work at Jamia Millia Islamia is offered by the Department of Social Work. Admission is through JMI’s own entrance test, which in 2026–27 carried programme code M13 and was held in several cities.
The facts on this page come from JMI’s official Entrance Test Dates 2026–27. The 2027–28 notification has not been released yet; we will update this page when it is.
Shortlisted candidates are also called for an interview or group discussion before the final selection list.
Who can apply
For 2026–27: (i) Three-year B.A. (Hons.) in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Economics, Political Science or History, or a B.A. with any two of these subjects, with at least 50%; or (ii) B.Sc. (Hons.) Home Science with at least 50%; or (iii) any other bachelor’s degree with at least 55%; or (iv) 60% in any other discipline. Medium of instruction: English. Final-year students should check the prospectus for rules on appearing candidates.
What to prepare for the JMI M.A. Social Work entrance
The test is set at undergraduate level. Focus on these areas, and download Meer Sir Academy’s detailed syllabus PDF below.
- Concepts and history of social work
- Methods: casework, group work, community organisation
- Indian society and social problems
- Social policy and welfare
- Psychology and sociology basics
- Current affairs
Entrance test: 2026 schedule and what to expect in 2027
| 2026–27 (official) | 2027–28 (expected) | |
|---|---|---|
| Programme code | M13 | To be confirmed in the prospectus |
| Entrance test | 2 June 2026, 12:00–1:30 PM (multi-city) | June 2027 |
| Selection list | Within 20–25 days of the test | Similar |
| Interview / GD | Within 10 days of the interview or group discussion, the selected list is displayed | Similar |
The 2027 column is our estimate from the 2026 schedule, not an official date. Source: JMI University Entrance Test Dates 2026–27.
Official documents and our syllabus guide
Meer Sir Academy is an independent coaching institute. Admissions, tests and results are conducted by Jamia Millia Islamia.
How we prepare you
Preparation plan
- Start with the basics: concepts and history of social work
- Cover methods: casework, group work, community organisation and Indian society and social problems next
- Make one-page revision notes for each area
- Practise MCQs topic by topic and review every wrong answer
- Take full-length timed mock tests from March
- Prepare for the group discussion and interview
Coaching fee for M.A. Social Work
Meer Sir Academy coaching fee: Online ₹20,000 · Offline ₹30,000.
Career and higher-study options after M.A. Social Work
JMI M.A. Social Work: common questions
Does Jamia Millia Islamia offer M.A. Social Work?
Yes. JMI offers M.A. Social Work through the Department of Social Work. Admission is through JMI’s own entrance test (programme code M13 in 2026–27).
What is the eligibility for JMI M.A. Social Work?
For 2026–27: (i) Three-year B.A. (Hons.) in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Economics, Political Science or History, or a B.A. with any two of these subjects, with at least 50%; or (ii) B.Sc. (Hons.) Home Science with at least 50%; or (iii) any other bachelor’s degree with at least 55%; or (iv) 60% in any other discipline. Medium of instruction: English.
When is the JMI M.A. Social Work entrance exam 2027?
JMI has not announced the 2027–28 schedule yet (as of 25 October 2026). In 2026 the test was held on 2 June 2026, 12:00–1:30 PM. Expect a similar window in June 2027.
What should I prepare for the JMI M.A. Social Work entrance?
Focus on concepts and history of social work, methods: casework, group work, community organisation, Indian society and social problems, social policy and welfare, psychology and sociology basics and current affairs. Confirm the syllabus in the 2027–28 prospectus.
What is the coaching fee at Meer Sir Academy?
Online ₹20,000, offline ₹30,000, weekend batch ₹18,000 and 3-month crash course ₹15,000 for the 2027–28 session.
Start your JMI M.A. Social Work preparation
Online, offline, weekend and crash-course batches for 2027–28 at Meer Sir Academy, Jamia Nagar. Al-Zahra Scholarship Test on 16 November – ₹2,00,000 in scholarships.
