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Jamia Millia Islamia has announced a significant hike in tuition fees across multiple courses for the academic year 2025-26, with increases reaching up to 41% in some programs. The decision has sparked reactions from students and faculty, with concerns raised over affordability and accessibility to education.
According to the university administration, the fee revision was necessary to accommodate rising operational costs, faculty salaries, infrastructure development, and technological advancements in academic programs. The revised fee structure affects undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral courses across various faculties.
The extent of the fee hike varies by program, with professional and technical courses witnessing the steepest increase. Some undergraduate courses have seen an increase of 20-30%, while certain postgraduate and professional programs have been subjected to a fee hike of up to 41%.
A university spokesperson stated, “The revision in fees has been implemented after careful consideration of inflation, increased operational expenses, and the need to improve academic resources. We have also ensured that scholarship programs and financial aid options remain available for deserving students.”
Many students and student organizations have expressed their displeasure over the hike, stating that it places an additional financial burden on middle-class and economically weaker students. Some student groups have already begun protests, demanding a rollback of the increased fees or additional financial assistance for students in need.
A student leader from the university’s student union remarked, “This sudden fee hike is unfair and will make education inaccessible for many students.
We urge the administration to reconsider or provide adequate relief measures.”Jamia
The JMI administration maintains that the fee hike is essential for maintaining the quality of education and upgrading infrastructure. They have assured students that financial aid programs will continue, and efforts will be made to support meritorious students who may be affected by the fee increase.
Despite these assurances, the decision remains controversial, and discussions between the administration and student representatives are ongoing. Many are hopeful that a middle ground can be reached to balance the financial requirements of the university with the affordability concerns of students.
With the new fee structure set to be implemented from the 2025-26 academic session, the coming weeks are likely to witness further developments as student bodies and faculty continue discussions with university authorities. Whether the administration will reconsider its decision remains to be seen, but the issue has already sparked a significant debate on the accessibility of higher education in India.
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