JNU Students Union Elections 2025-26: Voting On November 4, Results On November 6 | Full Schedule

New Delhi: Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) is gearing up for its Students' Union elections for the 2025-26 session, with the Election Committee announcing the full schedule. Voting is set to take place on November 4, 2025, and the results will be declared on November 6, 2025.

The JNU administration had earlier indicated that the elections would likely be held within six to eight weeks of the commencement of the PhD session, which began on September 12, 2025. This timeline aligns with the Lyngdoh Committee guidelines, which regulate student union elections and mandate that universities conduct polls within this timeframe.

Key Dates and Schedule

The election schedule, released by Election Committee Chairperson Ravi Kant, includes the following key dates:

• October 24: Provisional voter list display and correction process (9 AM to 5 PM).
• October 25: Issuance of nomination papers (2 PM to 5 PM).
• October 27: Nomination process (9:30 AM to 5 PM).
• October 28: Publication of the list of valid nominations (10 AM); Withdrawal of nominations (2 PM to 5 PM); Final list of candidates publication (7 PM); Press conference and media briefing with candidates (8 PM).
• October 29-31: General body meetings at the school level.
• November 1: University General Body Meeting (6 PM).
• November 2: Presidential debate (8 PM).
• November 3: "No Campaign Day".
• November 4: Voting (9 AM to 1 PM and 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM); Counting of votes begins (9 PM).
• November 6: Declaration of results.

Election Committee and Guidelines

The university has emphasized that all electoral activities must be conducted within the boundaries of existing laws and institutional regulations. The Office of the Dean of Students will release detailed instructions ahead of the polls, covering procedures, eligibility, and conduct. A grievance redressal cell has also been constituted to address any issues related to the conduct of the elections.

Focus on Fair and Orderly Elections

JNU authorities have called upon students to approach the elections with responsibility and actively contribute to maintaining the integrity of the process. Students are urged to participate responsibly and cooperate in maintaining a positive and orderly atmosphere throughout the election period.

Past Election Trends

In the JNUSU elections 2024-25, Left-affiliated candidates secured three of the four principal positions. The ABVP, a rival student group, ended a nine-year interval by winning the joint secretary seat. Nitish Kumar (AISA) was elected president with 1,702 votes. The JNUSU election witnessed a voter turnout of 70 per cent, with around 5,500 students casting their votes.

Anticipated Contest

A close contest is expected between the Left and ABVP in the upcoming JNUSU elections. Students and candidates are advised to prepare for the upcoming polls by familiarizing themselves with the forthcoming guidelines and participating actively.

The JNUSU elections are closely watched as they often set the tone for national student politics.