Component

Amount (INR)

Tuition Fee (1 Year)

INR 50,000

HRIT HNAT Test

INR 500

Examination Fees (1 Year)

INR 3,500

Total Fees

INR 54,000

HRIT PGD Mass Communication Admission 2026

Event	Date
HRIT Application Portal Opened	July 1, 2026
Last Date to Apply at HRIT	September 10, 2026
Academic Session Begins	September 2026 (Tentative)

The PG Diploma in Mass Communication does not require a CUET-PG score.

Admission proceeds on a rolling basis until all seats are filled for 2026-27.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university with a minimum 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST candidates).

Graduates from Journalism, Mass Communication, English, Humanities, or Social Sciences are especially encouraged to apply.

Admission is merit-based via HRIT HNAT. No CUET-PG or other national entrance exam is mandatory for this PG diploma programme.

Admission Process

Register on the HRIT University admission portal at hrituniversity.edu.in and fill in the PG Diploma in Mass Communication application form.

Upload scanned copies of graduation mark sheets (all years or semesters), identity proof, and category certificate (if applicable).

Apply before September 10, 2026. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis as seats are limited.

Attend document verification and merit-based selection at HRIT University, Ghaziabad, on the date communicated by the Faculty of Media and Mass Communications.

Complete fee payment after receiving the provisional admission letter and report to campus for orientation on the scheduled date.

✓ Opt for this if

Graduate in any stream wanting a quick media credential in one year
NCR-based candidate seeking affordable PG media training at INR 54,000
Career goal is digital content, PR, or broadcast work in North India
Prefer merit-based admission without a competitive PG entrance exam

✗ Skip if

Prefer a full 2-year master’s degree for stronger brand recognition on resume
Target national newsrooms or OTT studios that require IIMC or XIC credentials
Need a campus placement cell with dedicated media company tie-ups

HRIT PGD Mass Communication Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
UP Government Post-Matric Scholarship	Up to full fee waiver	SC/ST/OBC/EBC students domiciled in Uttar Pradesh. Apply via scholarship.up.gov.in.
NSP Central Sector Scholarship	Varies	Top 20 percentile in Class 12 boards with family income criteria. Apply via scholarships.gov.in.
HRIT University Merit Scholarship	Partial fee waiver	Minimum 60% in graduation. Awarded at the time of admission on application to HRIT admissions office.

UP Post-Matric Scholarship deadline is published annually by the state government.

HRIT Merit Scholarship quantum is decided by the admissions committee each year.

HRIT PGD Mass Communication FAQs

Ques. What is the total fee for the PG Diploma in Mass Communication at HRIT University?

Ans. The total fee for the 1-year PG Diploma in Mass Communication at HRIT University is INR 54,000, comprising tuition of INR 50,000, a one-time HNAT test fee of INR 500, and examination fees of INR 3,500. Hostel charges are separate. Fees are payable at the start of the academic year as per the official HRIT University schedule for 2026-27.

Ques. Is a CUET-PG score required for admission to this PG Diploma at HRIT?

Ans. No. The PG Diploma in Mass Communication at HRIT University does not require a CUET-PG score. Admission is merit-based through the HRIT National Aptitude Test (HNAT) or direct merit of the applicant’s undergraduate academic record. This makes the programme accessible to graduates who did not appear for CUET-PG 2026 and wish to enter the media industry quickly after graduation.

Ques. What topics are covered in the PG Diploma in Mass Communication programme?

Ans. The programme covers modern mass media, including digital journalism, broadcast media production, television anchoring, radio programming, advertising strategy, public relations management, and social media content creation. Practical modules in the TV studio, radio lab, and digital newsroom equip students with real production skills alongside theoretical knowledge of media law, ethics, and audience research methodologies.

Ques. Can a student from a non-media graduation background apply for this PG Diploma?

Ans. Yes. Any graduate with a minimum 50% aggregate (45% for SC/ST) from a recognised university is eligible to apply, regardless of their undergraduate stream. Students from Science, Commerce, Engineering, and Arts backgrounds are all welcome. HRIT University does not restrict eligibility to mass communication or journalism graduates for this PG diploma, making it truly open to career changers.

Ques. What career options does this PG Diploma in Mass Communication open up?

Ans. Graduates can seek roles as content writers, digital journalists, broadcast producers, PR executives, social media managers, corporate communications specialists, and video editors. The one-year credential is valued for entry-level roles in regional news channels, digital media startups, advertising agencies, and NGO communications teams. Some graduates also pursue further study in communications or an MBA in Media Management after completing the diploma.

Ques. What is the last date to apply for the PG Diploma in Mass Communication at HRIT in 2026?

Ans. The HRIT University admission portal opened on July 1, 2026, and the last date to apply for the PG Diploma in Mass Communication is September 10, 2026. Seats are limited and filled on a rolling basis, so early application is advisable. No national entrance test is required and applicants can submit their forms directly through the HRIT University online portal.

HRIT University Ghaziabad PG Diploma Mass Communication: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

HRIT PGD Mass Communication Fees 2026

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