JAIN (Deemed-to-be University), Bengaluru

JAIN (Deemed-to-be University) – Overview

JAIN (Deemed-to-be University) is a multidisciplinary deemed-to-be university headquartered in Bengaluru, Karnataka. The university offers programmes across Engineering & Technology, Management, Commerce, Sciences, Humanities & Social Sciences, Creative Arts & Design, Law, Allied Health Sciences, Computer Applications and other emerging disciplines.

JAIN's official website currently highlights 10 thriving campuses, more than 71 undergraduate and 48 postgraduate programmes in its at-a-glance information, while its Bengaluru university overview describes six major faculties.

The university's academic ecosystem includes specialised locations for engineering, management, commerce, sciences, law, design, allied health and other disciplines.

JAIN University Highlights

JAIN states that it has a NAAC A++ grade with a CGPA of 3.71/4.00. Its published NIRF 2025 information lists JAIN at 62 in the University category, 73 in Management and 84 in Engineering.

JAIN – Campuses & Academic Locations

JAIN should be understood as a network of university campuses and specialised academic locations rather than one single conventional campus.

1. JAIN Global Campus

Location: Jakkasandra Post, Kanakapura Taluk, Ramanagara District, Bengaluru – 562112

This is the principal location for the School/Faculty of Engineering & Technology.

Major academic areas

• B.Tech

• M.Tech

• Engineering & Technology

• Aerospace

• Aeronautical Engineering

• Computer Science & Engineering

• Electronics & Communication

• Electrical & Electronics

• Mechanical Engineering

• Civil Engineering

• Information Science

• Emerging technology specialisations

• Research

The university's engineering admissions page identifies the JAIN Global Campus as the campus for its Faculty of Engineering & Technology.

2. JAIN Knowledge Campus – Jayanagar

Location: District Fund Road, Jayanagar 9th Block, Bengaluru

This location is associated with several academic functions and university administration, including Commerce, Humanities & Social Sciences and Computer Science & IT.

Major academic areas

• Commerce

• Humanities

• Social Sciences

• Computer Applications

• Computer Science

• Information Technology

• Psychology

• Languages

• Undergraduate programmes

• Postgraduate programmes

3. School of Sciences

Location: 34, 1st Cross, JC Road, Bengaluru – 560027

The School of Sciences provides undergraduate, postgraduate and research programmes in areas such as:

• Physics

• Chemistry

• Biotechnology

• Biochemistry

• Microbiology

• Genetics

• Forensic Science

• Data Science

• Psychology

• Computational Biology

• Renewable Energy

• Applied sciences

JAIN describes the School of Sciences as an academic and research hub housing departments including Physics, Biochemistry, Biotechnology and Microbiology.

4. School of Commerce

Location: District Fund Road, Jayanagar 9th Block, Bengaluru

Major courses

• B.Com

• B.Com Honours

• B.Com specialisations

• M.Com

• Commerce-related professional programmes

• Finance and accounting-oriented programmes

The School of Commerce forms part of JAIN's Faculty of Commerce and Management.

5. Center for Management Studies – CMS

Location: Lalbagh Road, Bengaluru

CMS focuses primarily on undergraduate business and management education.

Major programmes

• BBA

• Corporate BBA

• BBA Branding & Advertising

• BBA Finance & Accounting

• BBA Strategic Finance

• BBA Sports Management

• BBA Events, Entertainment & Media Management

• Other emerging management programmes

JAIN's 2025–26 talent pool lists 870 BBA students across several CMS specialisations.

6. CMS Business School

Location: Sheshadri Road, Gandhi Nagar, Bengaluru – 560009

CMS Business School is the major postgraduate management location.

MBA specialisations

Single Specialisation

• MBA Aviation & Aerospace Management

• MBA Business Analytics

• MBA Digital Business & Marketing

• MBA Entrepreneurship & New Venture Creation

• MBA Family Business Management

• MBA Finance

• MBA Human Resources Management

• MBA International Finance & Accounting – integrated with ACCA

• MBA Logistics & Supply Chain Management

• MBA Marketing

• MBA Systems & Operations Management

Dual Specialisation

• Finance + Business Analytics

• Marketing + Business Analytics

• Marketing + Entrepreneurship & New Venture Creation

• Marketing + Finance

• Marketing + Human Resources

• Marketing + Logistics & Supply Chain Management

The 2026 CMS Business School admission information confirms these MBA specialisations and a 2-year full-time MBA.

7. School of Computer Science & Information Technology

Location: Jayanagar, Bengaluru

Major programmes

• BCA

• BCA specialisations

• MCA

• MCA specialisations

• Information Security

• Infrastructure Management

• Cloud & Storage Technology

• Computer Applications

• IT-related programmes

JAIN's academic directory specifically identifies the School of Computer Science & IT as offering bachelor's-level computer applications and master's programmes in areas including information security, infrastructure management and storage/cloud technologies.

8. School of Design, Media & Creative Arts

Location: Hunasamaranahalli, Bengaluru

Major programmes

• B.Des

• BA programmes

• B.Sc programmes

• Animation

• VFX

• Gaming

• Communication Design

• Interior Design

• Fashion-related design

• Media

• Creative Arts

• MA

• M.Des

JAIN describes this school as a studio-based design and creative education centre focusing on creativity, design thinking and practical work.

9. School of Law

Location: Shankarapuram, Bengaluru

Law programmes

• LLB (Hons.)

• BA LLB (Hons.)

• BBA LLB (Hons.)

• LLM

• Legal specialisations and electives

The 2026 law admissions page confirms the three principal programmes: LLB (Hons.), BA LLB (Hons.) and BBA LLB (Hons.).

10. School of Allied Health Sciences

Location: Whitefield, Bengaluru

Major academic areas

• Allied Health Sciences

• Medical Laboratory Sciences

• Medical Imaging

• Emergency Medical Services

• Healthcare technology

• Other allied-health programmes

The official contact directory lists the School of Allied Health Sciences at Whitefield.

11. JAIN Kochi

Location: Knowledge Park, Nirmal Infopark, Kakkanad, Kochi – 682042

JAIN Kochi is an additional academic location serving students in Kerala.

Major areas

• Management

• Commerce

• Computer Applications

• Humanities

• Sciences

• Emerging programmes

• Industry-oriented programmes

JAIN Kochi states that it offers 23+ UG and 24+ PG programmes, along with industry-recognised certifications and interdisciplinary research facilities.

Courses Offered at JAIN

JAIN's overall programme portfolio can be organised into the following major categories:

JAIN's official course directory confirms programmes across Engineering, Management, Commerce, Humanities & Social Sciences, Sciences and Languages, while the newer academic structure also includes Design, Law, Allied Health and Computer Science & IT.

JAIN B.Tech – Engineering Courses & Fees 2026

The B.Tech programme is primarily associated with the JAIN Global Campus.

B.Tech courses and published 2026 annual fees

One-time registration fee: ₹30,000.

These are the published JET/JEE 2026 annual fees from JAIN's Faculty of Engineering & Technology.

B.Tech Eligibility 2026

Candidates seeking B.Tech admission generally need:

• 10+2 / PUC or equivalent

• Required subjects including Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics

• Minimum average of 60% in 12th/PUC for the JET B.Tech selection route

• Fulfilment of programme-specific eligibility requirements

The university's 2026 B.Tech admission page states that candidates are selected based on JET score and eligibility, with a minimum average of 60% in 12th/PUC.

B.Tech Entrance Exam – JET 2026

JAIN Entrance Test – B.Tech

The JET B.Tech written examination consists of:

Candidates with qualifying ranks/scores through certain recognised examinations such as JEE, KCET, COMEDK, Uni-GAUGE and other accepted routes may receive exemption from the JET written test, subject to JAIN's rules.

B.Tech Admission Process

Application → JET/JEE/accepted entrance route → Merit/shortlisting → Counselling → Programme selection → Seat blocking/payment → Document verification → Admission

B.Tech Career Opportunities

Depending on specialisation, graduates can pursue careers in:

• Software Development

• Artificial Intelligence

• Machine Learning

• Data Science

• Cybersecurity

• Cloud Computing

• Blockchain

• IoT

• DevOps

• Aerospace

• Aeronautical Engineering

• Electronics

• Robotics

• Automotive Engineering

• Mechanical Engineering

• Civil Engineering

• Electrical Engineering

• Product Engineering

• Research & Development

JAIN BBA

JAIN offers a broad BBA / Bachelor of Business Administration portfolio through its management ecosystem.

Major BBA areas

• Corporate BBA

• Finance & Accounting

• Strategic Finance

• Branding & Advertising

• Business Analytics

• Digital Business

• Entrepreneurship

• Global Business

• Sports Management

• Events, Entertainment & Media Management

• Aviation

• International Business

• Other emerging business specialisations

CMS's 2025–26 talent-pool data separately identifies BBA cohorts in Branding & Advertising, Corporate BBA, Events/Entertainment/Media Management, Finance & Accounting, Sports Management and Strategic Finance.

Typical eligibility

• 10+2 / PUC or equivalent

• Science, Commerce or Arts stream accepted for JAIN's general UG eligibility

• Programme-specific requirements may apply

JAIN's UG eligibility page states that applicants should have passed 10+2 from PUC, ISC, CBSE or an equivalent recognised board.

BBA Admission

Depending on the programme:

Application → JET / applicable selection process → Shortlisting → Interview/selection → Fee payment → Admission

B.Com – Bachelor of Commerce

Major areas

• General B.Com

• Honours programmes

• Finance

• Accounting

• Strategic Finance

• Professional accounting-oriented programmes

• Business and commerce specialisations

Eligibility

10+2 / PUC or equivalent examination.

Career opportunities

• Accountant

• Financial Analyst

• Tax Associate

• Audit Associate

• Banking Professional

• Investment Operations

• Financial Services

• Business Analyst

• Corporate Finance

• Higher studies such as M.Com, MBA, CA, CMA, ACCA and related qualifications

BCA – Bachelor of Computer Applications

Major areas

• Computer Applications

• Data Science

• Artificial Intelligence

• Cloud Computing

• Cybersecurity

• Information Technology

• Software Development

Eligibility

10+2 / PUC or equivalent.

Career opportunities

• Software Developer

• Web Developer

• Application Developer

• Data Analyst

• Cloud Associate

• Cybersecurity Associate

• IT Support

• Database Administrator

• QA / Testing

• Higher studies through MCA or related programmes

MBA at JAIN – 2026

Campus: CMS Business School, Sheshadri Road, Bengaluru

MBA specialisations

Single specialisation

• Aviation & Aerospace Management

• Business Analytics

• Digital Business & Marketing

• Entrepreneurship & New Venture Creation

• Family Business Management

• Finance

• Human Resources Management

• International Finance & Accounting

• Logistics & Supply Chain Management

• Marketing

• Systems & Operations Management

Dual specialisation

• Finance + Business Analytics

• Marketing + Business Analytics

• Marketing + Entrepreneurship

• Marketing + Finance

• Marketing + HR

• Marketing + Logistics & Supply Chain

Duration

2 years / 4 semesters

Eligibility

• Bachelor's degree

• Minimum 50% aggregate

• Recognised competitive-exam scores may be accepted

MBA Entrance Exams

JAIN's 2026 MBA admission process recognises:

• CAT

• MAT

• XAT

• CMAT

• NMAT

• GMAT

• JET

Candidates meeting specified score thresholds may be exempted from the written JET component.

MBA Selection Process

Application → JET / competitive exam score → Essay → Presentation → Personal Interview → Final selection

M.Tech

Major M.Tech areas

• Computer Science & Engineering

• VLSI

• Signal Processing

• Embedded Systems

• Software Engineering

• Emerging technology specialisations

JAIN's official course directory lists VLSI, Signal Processing, Computer Science, Embedded Systems and Software Engineering among its postgraduate engineering areas.

Science Programmes

Undergraduate

• B.Sc Physics

• B.Sc Mathematics

• B.Sc Computer Science

• B.Sc Biotechnology

• B.Sc Biochemistry

• B.Sc Microbiology

• B.Sc Genetics

• B.Sc Forensic Science

• B.Sc Data Science

• B.Sc Computational Biology

• Other interdisciplinary science combinations

Postgraduate

• M.Sc Biotechnology

• M.Sc Biochemistry

• M.Sc Microbiology

• M.Sc Genetics

• M.Sc Physics

• M.Sc Data Science & Analytics

• M.Sc Forensic Science

• M.Sc Digital Forensics & Information Security

• M.Sc Psychology

• Other science programmes

JAIN's published 2025–26 talent pool confirms student cohorts across these areas, including Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Genetics, Microbiology, Computational Biology, Data Science, Forensic Science, Physics and Psychology.

Humanities & Social Sciences

Major programmes

• BA

• BA Economics

• BA Psychology

• BA Journalism & Mass Communication

• BA Political Science & International Relations

• BA English

• BA Music

• Sociology

• Performing Arts

• MA English

• MA Economics

• MA Journalism & Mass Communication

• MA Political Science & International Relations

• Psychology programmes

Design & Creative Arts

Undergraduate

• B.Des

• Communication Design

• Interaction Design

• Product Design

• Interior Design

• Fashion-related design

• Animation

• VFX

• Gaming

• Creative Media

• Visual Communication

Postgraduate

• M.Des

• MA Design/Creative disciplines

• Media-related postgraduate programmes

JAIN's School of Design, Media & Creative Arts follows a studio-based learning approach with emphasis on creativity, design thinking and practical projects.

Law

Programmes

Law Entrance

JAIN's 2026 law admissions accept:

• JET-LAW

• CLAT

• AILET

The university's published process consists of an online written test followed by an online personal interview for applicable candidates.

Career opportunities

• Corporate Lawyer

• Litigation

• Legal Consultant

• Compliance

• Intellectual Property

• Criminal Law

• Cyber Law

• Corporate Legal Departments

• Legal Research

• Judiciary preparation

• Public Policy

• Higher legal studies

Allied Health Sciences

JAIN's Whitefield-based School of Allied Health Sciences forms part of the university's health-oriented academic ecosystem.

Major areas

• Medical Laboratory Sciences

• Medical Imaging

• Emergency Medical Services

• Healthcare Technology

• Other Allied Health disciplines

Course availability and intake should be checked against the programme-specific 2026 admission notification.

PhD & Research

JAIN supports doctoral/research programmes across multiple academic areas.

Research areas include

• Engineering

• Computer Science

• Management

• Commerce

• Sciences

• Biotechnology

• Microbiology

• Biochemistry

• Physics

• Humanities

• Social Sciences

• Design

• Other interdisciplinary areas

The university reports more than 5,000 Scopus publications for 2016–2023 in its institutional profile.

JAIN Admission Process 2026

The exact process varies by programme.

General UG Process

Step 1: Select programme and campus
Step 2: Check eligibility
Step 3: Complete online application
Step 4: Appear for JET or applicable entrance examination
Step 5: Written test / aptitude / programme-specific assessment
Step 6: Interview / presentation where applicable
Step 7: Selection / merit list
Step 8: Counselling where applicable
Step 9: Pay admission/seat confirmation fees
Step 10: Document verification and enrolment

For general UG admissions, JAIN states that JET may include a written test, extempore/pick-and-speak and personal interview, depending on the programme.

JAIN Entrance Test – JET

JET is the university's entrance and selection mechanism used for various programmes.

Depending on the course, JET may include

• Written Test

• Aptitude

• Logical Reasoning

• Subject Knowledge

• English

• Extempore / Pick & Speak

• Essay Writing

• Presentation

• Personal Interview

The exact JET structure is programme-specific.

JAIN 2026 Fee Structure

JAIN does not use one universal fee structure across all campuses and courses.

Fees depend on:

• Programme

• Specialisation

• Campus

• Admission category

• Entrance route

• Year of admission

For example, the university's officially published 2026 B.Tech fee table ranges from ₹2.00 lakh to ₹4.00 lakh per year for the listed programmes, plus a one-time ₹30,000 registration fee.

For MBA, BBA, B.Com, BCA, Law, Design, Science and other programmes, the applicable fee should be checked against the specific 2026 programme/campus fee schedule rather than using one university-wide number.

JAIN Scholarships

Scholarships may be available based on factors such as:

• Academic merit

• Entrance examination performance

• JET performance

• JEE Main performance for eligible engineering applicants

• Sports achievement

• Other university-defined categories

For B.Tech, JAIN specifically publishes JEE Main-based scholarship eligibility for applicants meeting the applicable requirements.

Scholarship availability, percentage and eligibility should be checked for the specific admission year and programme.

JAIN Placements

JAIN operates a centralised career and placement ecosystem involving:

• Career counselling

• Placement preparation

• Aptitude training

• Group discussion preparation

• Mock interviews

• Industry workshops

• Recruiter interactions

• Campus recruitment

• Internships

• Career advisory services

The university states that 400+ recruiters visit the campus every year in its institutional profile.

2025–26 Talent Pool

JAIN's published Talent Pool 2025–26 reports 7,065 students securing placements across the listed academic groups.

For engineering specifically, JAIN's Faculty of Engineering & Technology placement page reports 537 companies in its 2026 column in the displayed three-year company table.

Recruiters

JAIN's published recruiter list includes organisations such as:

• Accenture

• Adobe

• Airbus

• Amazon

• American Express

• ANZ

• Axis Bank

• Bajaj

• Bosch

• Capgemini

• Coca-Cola

• Deloitte

• IBM

• Wipro

• PwC

• Airtel

• Dell

Recruiter participation varies by programme and recruitment cycle.

JAIN Placement Process

The university's placement process includes:

• Orientation

• Student data capture

• Student mapping

• Placement training

• Recruiter/application process

• Recruitment rounds

• Final selection

Training can include:

• Aptitude

• Group Discussions

• Mock Interviews

• Workshops

• Guest lectures

• Alumni interaction

JAIN describes this as a structured placement-support process through its Student Career Advisory & Placement Support system.

Internship & Industry Exposure

Depending on the programme, students may receive exposure through:

• Internships

• Live projects

• Industry visits

• Corporate interaction

• Guest lectures

• Workshops

• Research projects

• Case studies

• Entrepreneurship programmes

• Industry-linked curriculum

This is particularly relevant to programmes in Engineering, Management, Commerce, Design, Computer Applications and Media.

Hostel & Campus Facilities

Hostel/residential availability is programme and campus dependent.

Common university/campus facilities can include:

• Libraries

• Computer laboratories

• Engineering laboratories

• Science laboratories

• Design studios

• Smart classrooms

• Auditoriums

• Sports facilities

• Student clubs

• Cafeterias

• Research centres

• Innovation facilities

• Entrepreneurship support

• Industry interaction spaces

Students should confirm hostel availability, room type, mess charges and transportation for the specific campus before admission.

Entrepreneurship & Innovation

JAIN has an entrepreneurship ecosystem that includes the Chenraj Roychand Centre for Entrepreneurship (CRCE).

Students can explore:

• Startup development

• Entrepreneurship

• Business incubation

• Innovation

• Mentoring

• Industry networking

• New venture creation

Direct Admission / Management Quota

JAIN admission should be understood as programme-specific and selection-based.

The university publishes formal entrance and admission processes for its programmes. For example, B.Tech admissions use JET/accepted entrance routes, while MBA admissions use JET and recognised competitive examination scores according to the published criteria.

Students should therefore verify any claim of direct admission, institutional admission or management quota directly with the university for the particular programme and campus rather than assuming that every JAIN course follows the same route.

Campus-Wise Quick Comparison

Which JAIN Campus Is Relevant for Which Student?

Engineering Aspirants

Consider the JAIN Global Campus for B.Tech/M.Tech and engineering programmes.

BBA Aspirants

Look at CMS / Center for Management Studies and programme-specific JAIN locations.

MBA Aspirants

CMS Business School, Sheshadri Road is the principal management school for the 2026 MBA programmes described above.

B.Com Aspirants

The School of Commerce offers commerce-focused programmes.

BCA / MCA Aspirants

The School of Computer Science & Information Technology is the relevant academic location.

Science Aspirants

The School of Sciences provides B.Sc, M.Sc and research opportunities.

Law Aspirants

The School of Law at Shankarapuram offers integrated and postgraduate legal education.

Design Aspirants

The School of Design, Media & Creative Arts focuses on design and creative disciplines.

Allied Health Aspirants

The School of Allied Health Sciences in Whitefield is the relevant academic location.

Why Consider JAIN?

JAIN provides a multidisciplinary academic environment with options spanning:

• Engineering & Technology

• Computer Science

• Artificial Intelligence

• Data Science

• Management

• Commerce

• Finance

• Sciences

• Psychology

• Law

• Design

• Media

• Animation

• Allied Health

• Humanities

• Research

• Entrepreneurship

The university's institutional profile reports 400+ recruiters, more than 35,984 graduates placed during 2009–2023, and a broad national/international collaboration network.

JAIN Admission 2026 – Documents Required

Depending on the programme, applicants may need:

• 10th marks card

• 12th / PUC marks card

• Degree marks cards for PG admission

• Transfer Certificate

• Migration Certificate where applicable

• Entrance examination scorecard

• Passport-size photographs

• Government ID

• Category certificate where applicable

• Income certificate where applicable

• Other programme-specific documents

JAIN University 2026 – FAQs

1. What is JAIN (Deemed-to-be University)?

JAIN (Deemed-to-be University) is a deemed-to-be university located in Bengaluru, Karnataka, offering undergraduate, postgraduate and other academic programmes across areas such as Engineering & Technology, Management, Commerce, Sciences, Humanities, Design and Allied Healthcare.

2. What courses does JAIN University offer in 2026?

JAIN offers a wide range of UG and PG programmes, including B.Tech, BBA, B.Com, BCA, B.Sc, BA, B.Des, MBA, MCA, M.Com, M.Sc and other specialised programmes. The university states that it offers 58 undergraduate courses, including programmes in emerging areas.

3. What is the eligibility for UG admission at JAIN University?

Generally, candidates applying for UG programmes must have passed 10+2/PUC or an equivalent examination from a recognised board in Science, Commerce or Arts, depending on the programme requirements. Specific programmes may have additional subject requirements.

4. What is the eligibility for PG admission?

For many PG programmes, candidates need a bachelor's degree in the relevant discipline with at least 50% aggregate marks, although requirements can vary by programme. Candidates appearing for their final semester/year may also be eligible to apply.

5. What is JET?

JET stands for JAIN Entrance Test. It is the university's entrance examination used for admission to various UG and PG programmes. The selection process can include a written test and further stages depending on the programme.

6. Is JET mandatory for all JAIN University courses?

JET requirements vary by programme and applicant category. For UG admissions, the university states that applicants generally need to appear for and clear JET, while specific programmes and qualifying examinations may have different admission provisions.

7. What is the JET UG exam pattern?

The JET UG pattern depends on the programme. For several BBA, B.Com, BCA, B.Sc and related programmes, the test includes Reading Comprehension, Subject-Based questions, Basic Mathematics, and General Knowledge & Current Affairs, with 100 questions/marks and a 120-minute duration.

8. Is there negative marking in JET?

For the JET UG patterns listed by JAIN for several programmes, there is no negative marking. However, candidates should check the pattern applicable to their particular programme before appearing for the examination.

9. What is the admission process at JAIN University?

The general process involves online application, meeting eligibility requirements, appearing for the applicable entrance/selection process, and completing document verification and fee formalities. The exact process varies according to the programme.

10. What documents are required for admission?

Common documents include 10th and 12th marksheets, qualifying-degree/semester marksheets for PG applicants, transfer certificate, migration certificate and photographs. Additional documents may be required depending on the programme and applicant category.

11. Does JAIN University offer MBA admission through national-level entrance exams?

Yes. For the 2026 MBA admission process, candidates with specified scores in examinations such as CAT, MAT, CMAT, XAT, NMAT and GMAT may be exempt from the JET written test, subject to the university's stated score requirements and admission process.

12. What are the MBA selection stages at JAIN University?

For MBA applicants without the applicable written-test exemption, the JET process includes Written Test, Essay Writing, Presentation and Personal Interview.

13. Does JAIN University provide scholarships?

Yes. JAIN states that it offers merit scholarships, sports scholarships and financial assistance/fee concessions for eligible students, subject to the applicable scholarship conditions.

14. Where is JAIN University located?

The university's main listed address is #44/4, District Fund Road, Jayanagar 9th Block, Bengaluru, Karnataka – 560069. JAIN also operates multiple study campuses/facilities for different programmes.

15. How can I apply for JAIN University 2026 admissions?

Applicants can apply through the official JAIN University admissions portal. The online application generally involves registration, OTP verification, completing the application form, uploading documents and paying the applicable application fee.