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The Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) is a Deemed-to-be University under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of India, established in 1965. It is accredited by NAAC with an A++ grade and is one of India’s oldest and most recognised institutions for journalism and mass communication education.
IIMC does not currently appear in the NIRF 2025 rankings list. India Today 2024 ranks IIMC #1 out of 55 Mass Communication institutions in India. The Week 2024 ranks IIMC #1 out of 29 Mass Communication colleges in India.
The main campus is at JNU New Campus, Aruna Asaf Ali Marg, New Delhi - 110067. IIMC operates five regional campuses at Dhenkanal (Odisha), Aizawl (Mizoram), Amravati (Maharashtra), Kottayam (Kerala), and Jammu (J and K).
IIMC New Delhi offers the following programmes:
- MA Media Business Studies - 2 years
- MA Strategic Communication - 2 years
- MA New Media Communications - 2 years
- MA Health Communication - 2 years
- PG Diploma in Journalism (English) - 1 year
- PG Diploma in Journalism (Hindi) - 1 year
- PG Diploma in Radio and TV Journalism - 1 year
- PG Diploma in Advertising and Public Relations - 1 year
- PG Diploma in Digital Media - 1 year
- PG Diploma in Urdu Journalism and Mass Communication - 1 year
- PhD - research programme
The total fee for MA programmes ranges from INR 2,82,000 (Health Communication, Media Business Studies, Strategic Communication) to INR 3,42,000 (New Media Communications). PG Diploma fees range from INR 62,000 (Urdu Journalism) to INR 2,08,500 (Digital Media).
IIMC graduates work across television news, print and digital journalism, public relations, advertising, and the Indian Information Service (IIS). Campus placements are facilitated each academic year.
IIMC Admission Dates 2027
IIMC admissions follow a two-track process: CUET PG scores govern entry into MA programmes and most PG Diploma courses, while IIMC conducts its own entrance exam for regional language journalism diplomas. Admissions for the 2026-27 session have concluded. The 2027-28 cycle is expected to follow a similar timeline.
| Event | 2026-27 Cycle (Concluded) |
|---|---|
| CUET PG Registration | January to February 2026 |
| CUET PG Exam | March 6 to 27, 2026 |
| CUET PG Result | April 24, 2026 |
| IIMC Counselling and Admission | May to July 2026 |
| Classes Commence | August 2026 |
The table below lists tentative dates for the 2027-28 cycle, based on IIMC and NTA standard annual schedules.
| Event | 2027-28 Cycle (Tentative) |
|---|---|
| CUET PG Registration | January to February 2027 |
| CUET PG Exam | March 2027 |
| CUET PG Result | April 2027 |
| IIMC Counselling and Admission | May to July 2027 |
| Classes Commence | August 2027 |
IIMC Courses and Fees
IIMC New Delhi offers two-year MA degrees in specialised communication domains and one-year PG Diploma programmes across journalism and media verticals. All programmes are for postgraduate admission, requiring a bachelor’s degree for eligibility.
| Programme | Duration | Eligibility | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| MA Media Business Studies | 2 Years | Any bachelor’s degree + CUET PG | INR 2,82,000 |
| MA Strategic Communication | 2 Years | Any bachelor’s degree + CUET PG | INR 2,82,000 |
| MA Health Communication | 2 Years | Any bachelor’s degree + CUET PG | INR 2,82,000 |
| MA New Media Communications | 2 Years | Any bachelor’s degree + CUET PG | INR 3,42,000 |
| PGD Journalism (English) | 1 Year | Any bachelor’s degree + CUET PG | INR 1,15,000 |
| PGD Journalism (Hindi) | 1 Year | Any bachelor’s degree + CUET PG | INR 1,15,000 |
| PGD Radio and TV Journalism | 1 Year | Any bachelor’s degree + CUET PG | INR 1,75,000 |
| PGD Advertising and Public Relations | 1 Year | Any bachelor’s degree + CUET PG | INR 1,45,000 |
| PGD Digital Media | 1 Year | Any bachelor’s degree + CUET PG | INR 2,08,500 |
| PGD Urdu Journalism and Mass Communication | 1 Year | Any bachelor’s degree + IIMC Entrance Exam | INR 62,000 |
The MA New Media Communications is the costliest programme at INR 3,42,000. PG Diploma in Urdu Journalism is the most accessible in terms of fee, at INR 62,000. The PhD programme fees range from INR 2,11,000 to INR 2,61,000 depending on the campus and stream.
IIMC Admission Process
IIMC follows two distinct admission routes depending on the programme. MA and most PG Diploma programmes use CUET PG scores. PG Diploma in regional language journalism uses IIMC’s own entrance examination.
MA Programmes and PG Diplomas via CUET PG
Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree from any recognised university. A valid CUET PG score in the relevant test paper is mandatory.
- Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university
- Entrance: CUET PG score (conducted by NTA, typically March)
- Process: Apply through IIMC admissions portal after CUET PG result, attend counselling, confirm seat
- Programmes covered: MA Media Business Studies, MA Strategic Communication, MA Health Communication, MA New Media Communications, PGD Journalism (English), PGD Journalism (Hindi), PGD Radio and TV Journalism, PGD Advertising and PR, PGD Digital Media
PG Diploma via IIMC Entrance Exam
The PG Diploma in Urdu Journalism and Mass Communication requires a separate IIMC institutional entrance examination.
- Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university with working knowledge of the concerned language
- Entrance: IIMC Entrance Exam (conducted at designated centres)
- Process: Apply on IIMC portal, appear for entrance exam, attend counselling on merit
- Programmes covered: PGD Urdu Journalism and Mass Communication (and regional language diplomas at other IIMC campuses)
Reservation norms follow the Central Government policy. Reserved category applicants receive cutoff relaxation as per applicable norms in the CUET PG merit list.
IIMC Placements
IIMC New Delhi facilitates campus placements for graduating batches across all programmes. The institute’s alumni network spans television news, print journalism, digital media, public relations, advertising, and government communications.
IIMC graduates find roles in newsrooms, PR agencies, government ministries through the Indian Information Service (IIS), digital content platforms, and international broadcast organisations. The institute maintains relationships with major media houses and communications firms for campus recruitment.
Career pathways vary by programme:
- PGD Journalism (English/Hindi): Reporters, sub-editors, anchors, and bureau correspondents at national and regional media houses
- PGD Radio and TV Journalism: Broadcast roles in Doordarshan, AIR, and private TV and radio channels
- MA Strategic Communication / PGD Advertising and PR: PR executives, brand communication roles, corporate communication managers
- MA New Media / PGD Digital Media: Social media editors, digital content heads, multimedia journalists
IIMC Rankings
IIMC is consistently ranked the top Mass Communication institution in India by leading survey-based ranking bodies. India Today 2024 and The Week 2024 both place it at the top position in the Mass Communications category.
| Ranking Body | Category | 2024 Rank |
|---|---|---|
| India Today | Mass Communications (India) | 1 out of 55 |
| The Week | Mass Communications (India) | 1 out of 29 |
IIMC Campus and Infrastructure
The IIMC New Delhi campus is located within the JNU New Campus complex on Aruna Asaf Ali Marg, New Delhi - 110067. The campus houses fully equipped journalism labs including television studios, radio production units, digital media labs, and a print lab used for hands-on practical training.
The institute has a library with a dedicated collection of mass communication, media studies, and social science resources. IIMC also runs an incubation centre and research facilities supporting media-related academic research. Hostel accommodation is available on campus for outstation students, subject to availability.
In addition to the New Delhi campus, IIMC operates five regional campuses at Dhenkanal, Aizawl, Amravati, Kottayam, and Jammu, providing regional language journalism training and national reach.
IIMC vs AJK MCRC Jamia vs SIMC Pune
Aspirants targeting a career in journalism or communication often consider IIMC New Delhi alongside AJK Mass Communication Research Centre (MCRC) at Jamia Millia Islamia and Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication (SIMC) in Pune. All three offer PG programmes in journalism and communications, with differing institutional structures and fee bands.
| Parameter | IIMC New Delhi | AJK MCRC, Jamia | SIMC, Pune |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Deemed University (Govt, Ministry I and B) | Dept of Jamia Millia Islamia (Central Univ) | Deemed University (Private, Symbiosis) |
| NAAC Grade | A++ | A+ (Jamia overall) | A+ (Symbiosis overall) |
| Key Programmes | PGD Journalism, MA Communication | MA Mass Communication, PGD Journalism | MA Communication, MBA Communication Mgmt |
| Admission Basis | CUET PG / IIMC Entrance Exam | CUET PG | SNAP + SIMC GD-PI |
| Programme Fees (approx.) | INR 1.15L to 3.42L | Lower (Central Univ aided) | Higher (Private) |
IIMC leads on national rankings and institutional prestige in journalism training. AJK MCRC offers the Central University environment with more affordable fees. SIMC is the preferred choice for aspirants targeting corporate communication and media management roles with a private institution environment.
IIMC FAQs
Ques. Is IIMC a government institute?
Ans. Yes. IIMC is an autonomous institution under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of India, established in 1965. It has been granted Deemed University status by the UGC and holds a NAAC A++ accreditation.
Ques. What is IIMC’s rank in India for Mass Communication?
Ans. IIMC New Delhi is ranked #1 out of 55 Mass Communication institutions by India Today 2024, and #1 out of 29 by The Week 2024. It does not currently appear in NIRF 2025 rankings.
Ques. What are the courses offered at IIMC New Delhi?
Ans. IIMC New Delhi offers MA programmes in Media Business Studies, Strategic Communication, New Media Communications, and Health Communication, along with PG Diploma programmes in English and Hindi Journalism, Radio and TV Journalism, Advertising and PR, Digital Media, and Urdu Journalism. A PhD programme is also available.
Ques. What is the fee for PG Diploma in Journalism at IIMC?
Ans. The total fee for PG Diploma in Journalism (English) and PG Diploma in Journalism (Hindi) is INR 1,15,000 each for the one-year programme. PG Diploma in Radio and TV Journalism costs INR 1,75,000. PG Diploma in Digital Media costs INR 2,08,500.
Ques. How is admission done at IIMC?
Ans. Most programmes at IIMC admit students through CUET PG scores, conducted by NTA typically in March each year. The PG Diploma in Urdu Journalism and regional language programmes use IIMC’s own institutional entrance exam. Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree from a recognised university.
Ques. Does IIMC have hostel facilities?
Ans. Hostel accommodation is available on the IIMC New Delhi campus for outstation students, subject to seat availability. Students are advised to apply for hostel allocation at the time of admission confirmation.
Ques. What career options are available after IIMC?
Ans. IIMC graduates work as journalists, correspondents, anchors, broadcast producers, PR executives, digital content editors, and corporate communication managers. Many alumni also enter government service through the Indian Information Service (IIS). Career pathways depend on the specific programme completed.
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The total fees for PGDiploma in Journalism course is INR 95,000 for 1 year at IIMC New Delhi.
IIMC New Delhi doesn’t actually offer Bachelor’s in Mass communication, but rather diploma and PG diploma courses only. And, for the fee structure you can check out the page IIMC New Delhi Courses & fees.
No, as of now IIMC New Delhi doesn’t conduct online/distance mode programs for courses but only in full-time on-campus mode.
The fees of IIMC vary from course to course. Click on the below link to get the course wise fee structure of IIMS
Link: IIMC Courses and Fees
Indian nationals possessing a Bachelor’s Degree awarded by a recognized university are eligible to apply. Students who have appeared/are appearing for a degree examination are also eligible to apply. If selected, their admission will be subject to their producing at least a provisional certificate in original from their college/university latest by 31 August 2019.
Unfortunately, entrance test based scholarships are not available as of now but only reservation based scholarship.
The entrance test for IIMC New Delhi will be held in the first week of September 2023.
IIMC New Delhi does not offer Master of Journalism and Mass Communications to the students. There are only PG Diploma and Diploma courses offered to the students.
To know the details, you can download the brochure at the Info page and can also check out the same details at IIMC Delhi Info.
No, IIMC Delhi does not accept CUET for admission to its courses. You need to appear for the entrance exams conducted by IIMC Delhi to get admission.
I want to take admission.
The admission process for the diploma and postgraduate diploma has not yet started for the 2023 academic session but to stay updated with the same, do visit the Indian Institute Of Mass Communication (IIMC) Admissions 2023.
IIMC does not offer MA in Mass Communication Course or any other PG degree course. The institute offers PG Diploma courses in Journalism, Advertising & Public Relations etc.
Yes, one can apply in multiple courses at IIMC but for that you have to fill the form separately and also you have to undergo through the distinct selection. The fees will be combined i.e., around Rs. 1,32,000. You can apply next year in June 2023.
The placement scenario is fairly decent at IIMC, expect 9–8L (at Max) apply. Government colleges are usually considered gateway to industry but it is all subjective. The package may vary depending on how media industry and Indian economy is doing overall. The highest package of 8–9L is according to the last year placement for PR and the recruiter was NTPC.
Check out more detail regarding Placement
IIMC does not offer a Master in Mass communication course to the students. The institute offers diploma and PG diploma courses only.
No, admissions in IIMC New Delhi are not possible for the 2022-23 session. The admissions were closed on 18th June 2022. Now the admissions will resume next year only.