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Jamia Millia Islamia Residential Coaching Academy Guide
Jamia Millia Islamia Residential Coaching Academy Admission
2026 examination cycle · Jamia Millia Islamia
Written and source-checked by NeelGyan Team · Last verified 2 August 2026
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Seats
100; 5% PwD
Current 2026 intake
Completed
Application fee
₹1,200 plus bank charges
Hostel maintenance
₹1,000/month; six months upfront
Selection
Written test → offline personality test
Coaching
Free; hostel is compulsory
2026 cycle tracker
- Application window25 April–28 May 2025
- Written entrance test15 June 2025
- Personality test21 July–2 August 2025
- Final selection/orientation8 August / 1 September 2025
- Next intakeAwait noticeYou are here
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About Jamia RCA Admission
What is Jamia RCA Admission?
Residential Coaching Academy is part of Jamia Millia Islamia’s Centre for Coaching and Career Planning; it is distinct from Jamia Hamdard RCA and Hamdard Study Circle.
For its Civil Services Preliminary-cum-Main Programme 2026, JMI notified free coaching with compulsory hostel accommodation for minorities, SCs, STs and women candidates.
The 2026 admission process concluded in August 2025, including final selection on 8 August and orientation on 1 September 2025.
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Jamia RCA Highlights
Key verified exam details
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Programme | Civil Services Preliminary-cum-Main |
| Seats | 100 |
| Entrance duration | 3 hours |
| Written marks | 120 |
| Personality test | 30 marks |
| Facility | 24×7 air-conditioned library |
Jamia RCA 2026 Important Dates
Official notification and exam timeline
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-programme application deadline | Closed | |
| Written test | Completed | |
| Final selection list | Completed |
Jamia RCA Application Process
How to use the official application route
- The 2026-programme window is closed. Use only JMI’s next official RCA notice for a future intake.
- For the verified intake, online application cost ₹1,200 plus bank charges; retain the application reference.
Jamia RCA Eligibility Criteria
Qualification, age and other requirements
Academic and UPSC eligibility
Completed graduation
- Applicants had to be eligible for UPSC CSE 2026.
- Graduation had to be completed.
Target groups and availability
Minority, SC, ST and women
- The notice targets minorities, SCs, STs and women.
- Regular-course students and employed candidates were excluded.
Jamia RCA Exam Pattern and Selection Process
Stages, papers and qualifying rules
- Written Paper I60 objective questions; 60 marks
- Written Paper IITwo essays; 60 marks
- Personality testOffline; 30 marks
JMI RCA entrance pattern
| Paper | Format | Marks/time |
|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Studies including CSAT; 60 objective questions | 60 marks; first hour; 1/3 negative marking |
| Paper II | Two essays | 60 marks; 2 hours |
| Personality test | Offline interview | 30 marks |
- OMR was collected after one hour; total written-test time was three hours.
Jamia RCA Syllabus Overview
Subjects and stages in the official syllabus
- Paper I covered General Studies including CSAT content.
- Paper II required two essays; the notice also listed coaching support for General Studies, CSAT, selected optionals, test series, answer evaluation and interview practice.
General Studies and CSAT
Objective screening component of Paper I.
Essay
Two descriptive essays in Paper II.
Routes, Posts and Outcomes
Where successful candidates may progress
JMI RCA facilities and charges
| Item | Official detail |
|---|---|
| Coaching | Free |
| Hostel maintenance | ₹1,000 per month; six months upfront |
| Library | 24×7 air-conditioned library |
- Hostel was compulsory and availability remained subject to the notice.
Jamia RCA Frequently Asked Questions
Is Jamia RCA the same as Jamia Hamdard RCA?
No. Jamia RCA is JMI’s Residential Coaching Academy.
Is the 2026 intake open?
No. Its admission process was completed in 2025 for CSE 2026 preparation.
How many seats were notified?
100, with 5% PwD reservation.
Is coaching free?
Coaching was free, but hostel maintenance was payable.
Who could apply?
Eligible minority, SC, ST and women graduates meeting CSE 2026 eligibility.
Can employed candidates apply?
The notice did not entitle employed or regular-course candidates.
What is the test pattern?
60 objective GS/CSAT questions plus two essays, followed by personality test.
Where is the next notice?
Use JMI RCA Admissions and Notices pages only.
Official Information and Sources
Primary notice and authority links
Related Exams and Student Routes
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Eligibility, dates, fees, vacancies, pattern and status can change. Read the latest notice on the official authority’s website before applying. NeelGyan does not collect application fees or guarantee admission or selection.