Hostel building at JAIN University campus, Bengaluru

Deemed-to-be University (Private) · Bengaluru, Karnataka · Est. 2009

JAIN (Deemed-to-be University): Courses, Fees & Admission 2026 for International Students

JAIN (Deemed-to-be University) grew out of the Sri Bhagawan Mahaveer Jain College founded in 1990 and received deemed-university status in 2009. It is now one of Bengaluru's largest private universities, with several campuses across the city and a residential campus at Jakkasandra on Kanakapura Road. The university holds NAAC A++ (CGPA 3.71), the highest grade band, and ranks 62 in the NIRF 2025 university list.

NAAC A++UGC recognisedNIRF 2025 University #62Not listed in QS World 2026; QS Asia listing not confirmed1,500+ international students from 43 countries
Official website

Photo: Sainath Nuvvula, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Overview

2009

Established

143+

Programmes

July/August

Intakes

$1,450–$7,650

Tuition per year

Bengaluru (Kempegowda International), ~40 km

Nearest airport

JAIN teaches 88 undergraduate and 55 postgraduate programmes across commerce, management, engineering, sciences, humanities, creative arts and design. International students number more than 1,500 from 43 countries, and the university is a regular host for Study in India scholarship holders, having awarded full tuition-plus-hostel scholarships to students from more than 40 nationalities.

The university does not publish a separate international fee schedule; foreign applicants receive programme fees in their provisional admission letter after paying a USD 100 application fee. Published domestic fees give a reliable baseline, with B.Tech CSE at roughly INR 4 lakh a year and BBA at INR 1.5 lakh. Placements are strong for a private university, with a 93% placement rate for 2023-24 and more than 600 recruiters.

  • NAAC A++ (CGPA 3.71/4), the top accreditation band
  • NIRF 2025: University 62, Management 73, Engineering 84, Overall band 101-150
  • 1,500+ international students from 43 countries; 54+ nationalities in the wider student body
  • 88 UG and 55 PG programmes across ten campuses in and around Bengaluru
  • Study in India partner with full-scholarship awardees from 40+ nationalities
  • NBA-accredited MBA at CMS Business School; ISO 21001:2018 certified
  • 93.12% placement rate for 2023-24 with 600+ recruiters
  • Located in India's technology capital with strong internship access

Popular courses and fees for international students

Annual tuition in INR with an indicative USD conversion at ₹85 = $1. Figures are the published fee; the university may quote a separate rate for foreign nationals. Confirm the current fee sheet before paying.

ProgrammeLevelDurationTuition / yearEligibilityIntake
B.Tech Computer Science & EngineeringUG4 years₹4 lakh≈ $4,70010+2 with Physics, Chemistry & Maths, 50%; JET or SAT/JEE scoreJuly/August
BBAUG3 years₹1.5 lakh≈ $1,75010+2 in any stream, 50%; JET exempted with SAT/Pearson UG scoresJuly/August
MBA (Dual Specialisation)PG2 years₹4 lakh≈ $4,700Bachelor's degree with 50%; CAT/MAT/GMAT or JETJuly/August
BCAUG3 years₹1.5 lakh≈ $1,75010+2 with Maths or Computer Science, 50%July/August
MCAPG2 years₹1.9 lakh≈ $2,300Bachelor's degree with Maths at 10+2 or graduation, 50%July/August
B.Com (General)UG3 years₹1.3 lakh≈ $1,45010+2 in any stream, 50%July/August
BA LL.B (Hons)UG5 years₹2.7 lakh≈ $3,20010+2 in any stream, 45-50%July/August
B.Des (all specialisations)UG4 years₹6.5 lakh≈ $7,65010+2 in any stream; design aptitude test and interviewJuly/August
B.Sc PsychologyUG3 years₹1.4 lakh≈ $1,65010+2 in any stream, 50%July/August
MA Journalism & Mass CommunicationPG2 years₹1.3 lakh≈ $1,450Bachelor's degree in any discipline, 50%July/August

Need the complete list of 143+ programmes with seat counts? .

Admission process for international students

  1. 1

    Choose a programme and confirm eligibility

    Pick from the UG/PG list and confirm your qualification meets the programme criteria with the International Relations Office.

  2. 2

    Submit the online application

    Apply through the international UG or PG form and pay the USD 100 application charge (waived for Study in India applicants, who pay only health insurance).

  3. 3

    Upload documents

    Provide certified mark sheets in English, a grade-equivalence certificate, transfer or leaving certificate, passport copy and photograph.

  4. 4

    Receive the provisional admission letter

    After the academic council verifies your file, you get a provisional admission letter stating the fees, which you use for your visa application.

  5. 5

    Obtain your student visa and pay fees

    Apply at the Indian mission in your country (allow 3-8 weeks), then pay the stipulated fee to confirm final admission.

  6. 6

    Report and register with FRRO

    Arrive before session start with your admission letter and register with FRRO within 14 days; the university issues the bonafide certificate (Nepal and Bhutan nationals exempt).

Eligibility & English requirement

  • Foreign passport holders, PIO/OCI card holders and NRIs who completed their qualifying exam abroad are treated as international applicants
  • UG: 10+2 or equivalent (A-levels, WASSCE, HSC, IB, Tawjihi) with marks in line with the programme's minimum, typically 50%
  • PG: a recognised bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline, generally with 50%
  • Mark sheets must be in English or accompanied by certified translations; a grade-to-marks equivalence certificate is required
  • JAIN Entrance Test (JET) is waived for applicants with SAT, MAT, CAT or Pearson Undergraduate Exam scores; no IELTS/TOEFL minimum is published

Important dates

  • Applications open: October for the following academic year (2026-27 cycle open)
  • Priority deadline: not published; submit by May to allow 3-8 weeks for visa processing
  • Classes begin: July/August

Scholarships for international students

ScholarshipBenefitWho qualifies
Study in India (SII) Scholarship25% to 100% tuition waiver; full awards also cover hostel stay and foodMeritorious students from SAARC, Africa, Southeast Asia, Central Asia and the Middle East applying through the SII portal
ICCR ScholarshipTuition and stipend funded by the Indian Council for Cultural RelationsApply through the ICCR A2A portal in your home country; JAIN is a receiving institution
JU Chancellor's ScholarshipPartial tuition waiver, slab not publishedAcademic merit; assessed at admission
Scholarship Programme for Diaspora Children (SPDC)Fee reimbursement up to USD 4,000 per yearChildren of NRIs, OCIs and PIOs with at least 60% marks and parental income under USD 5,000 per month
COMPEX / Embassy of India Nepal schemesTuition support for Nepalese studentsNepalese nationals for engineering, nursing, BBA, BCA, B.Sc and PG programmes; announced by the embassy each year

Placements

₹7 lakh

Average package

₹42 lakh

Highest package

No PSW visa

India has no post-study work visa; graduates need a sponsored Employment Visa

Top recruiters: Deloitte, Morgan Stanley, Honeywell, Tommy Hilfiger, Finkraft, JSOL Corporation.

Highest package of 42 LPA is for a B.Tech student per the university site; the 7 LPA average is an aggregator figure for B.Tech CSE and is not officially published.

Campus, hostel and cost of living

Hostel building at JAIN University campus, Bengaluru
Sainath Nuvvula, CC BY-SA 4.0
Tree-lined grounds of JAIN University, Bengaluru
PASAM NUTAN, CC BY 4.0
JAIN University building, Bengaluru
Sainath nuvvula, CC BY-SA 4.0

Hostel (on campus)

  • Twin/triple-sharing via Campusville partner hostels: ₹1.8 lakh / year (≈ $2,100)
  • Premium single/AC rooms via partner hostels: ₹2.2 lakh / year (≈ $2,600)
  • Meal plans arranged through the hostel provider; charges vary by hostel
  • JAIN directs international students to campusville.in for accommodation; the INR 1.8-2.2 lakh range is an aggregator estimate, not an official tariff.

Monthly living cost in Bengaluru (estimate)

  • Food outside mess $80-120
  • Local transport (metro/auto) $25-50
  • Mobile & internet $8-15
  • Personal & leisure $80-150
  • Shared PG rent if off-campus $120-200
  • Total with hostel: $300–450 / month

Indian student visa for JAIN admits

Foreign nationals need a Student (S) Visa from the Indian mission in their country. It is issued for the duration of the course on the university's bona fide admission letter, fee receipt and proof of funds, and holders must register with the FRRO within 14 days of arrival. Krosz prepares the visa file for every student it places, at no extra cost.

Largest international cohorts at JAIN: Nepal, Bhutan, Afghanistan, Rwanda, Burundi, Bangladesh, Ukraine.

Frequently asked questions

Does JAIN publish an international fee list?

No. Foreign applicants pay a USD 100 application charge and receive programme-specific fees in the provisional admission letter; published domestic fees (for example about INR 4 lakh a year for B.Tech CSE) are a useful baseline.

Can I get a full scholarship at JAIN?

Yes through Study in India, which has funded 100% tuition-plus-hostel awards at JAIN for students from more than 40 nationalities, and through ICCR.

Is there an entrance exam?

JAIN runs its own JET for several programmes, but it is waived for applicants with SAT, MAT, CAT or Pearson Undergraduate Exam scores.

How good are the rankings?

NAAC A++ with CGPA 3.71 and NIRF 2025 ranks of 62 (University), 73 (Management) and 84 (Engineering).

Where will I live?

JAIN arranges accommodation through its Campusville hostel partner; most international students take twin-sharing rooms near their teaching campus or at the Jakkasandra residential campus.

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Sources: official university website and international prospectus, NIRF, NAAC, UGC, MEA student visa guidelines, ICCR. Last verified 2026-10. Fees are indicative and may change; Krosz is an independent admissions and visa service and is not affiliated with JAIN (Deemed-to-be University).

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