The BA Journalism and Digital Media at Yenepoya (Deemed to be University) is a three-year undergraduate programme offered at Yenepoya Institute of Arts, Science, Commerce and Management (YIASCM), Mangaluru. The programme covers print and digital journalism, media writing, broadcast journalism, digital content creation, social media communication, documentary production, and media law and ethics, preparing graduates for roles across print, broadcast, and digital media organisations. Yenepoya (Deemed to be University) holds NAAC A+ accreditation. Total programme fee is INR 90,000 for the three years.
📋 Admission Status: Yenepoya University BA Journalism and Digital Media admissions for 2026-27 are open. Applications run from June 25, 2026 to September 30, 2026 at admissions.yenepoya.edu.in. Admission is based on Y-ENTRANCE score and Class 12 merit.
Key Points
- Three-year BA Journalism and Digital Media at YIASCM, Yenepoya University, Mangaluru
- Covers print journalism, digital media, broadcast, documentary, and media law
- Eligibility: Class 12 (any stream) with minimum 50% aggregate marks
- Admission via Y-ENTRANCE university test and Class 12 merit (60:40 ratio) or CUET-UG
- Yenepoya University: NAAC A+ accredited; NIRF 2024 university rank 95
Yenepoya University BA Journalism and Digital Media Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Annual Fee (all 3 years) | INR 30,000 per year |
| Total Fees (3 Years, Hostel Separate) | INR 90,000 |
- Source: Yenepoya Mangalore Campus Fee Structure 2026-27.
- Hostel charges are separate; confirm at yenepoya.edu.in.
- Verify 2026-27 fee at yenepoya.edu.in before admission.
Yenepoya University BA Journalism and Digital Media Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| CUET-UG 2026 Exam (NTA) | May 11 to May 31, 2026 |
| CUET-UG 2026 Result | June 14, 2026 (Tentative) |
| Yenepoya Application Window | June 25, 2026 to September 30, 2026 |
| Classes Commence | August 2026 |
| CUET-UG 2026 (NTA) Registration End | January 31, 2026 |
| CUET-UG 2026 (NTA) Exam Date | May 11 to May 31, 2026 |
| CUET-UG 2026 (NTA) Result | June 14, 2026 (Tentative) |
- Admission: 60% Y-ENTRANCE or CUET-UG score, 40% Class 12.
- Apply at admissions.yenepoya.edu.in with Class 12 marksheet and scorecard.
- Final merit list is declared after document verification at YIASCM, Mangaluru.
- Confirm 2026-27 seat availability at yenepoya.edu.in or +91-8867754493.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have passed Class 12 (10+2) from a recognised board in any stream with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks (45 percent for SC/ST Karnataka).
- A valid CUET-UG 2026 score (NTA) or Y-ENTRANCE (Yenepoya University entrance test) score is required. Merit-based direct admission on Class 12 marks may also be available; confirm at yenepoya.edu.in.
Admission Process
- Appear in CUET-UG 2026 (exam: May 11 to May 31, 2026) conducted by NTA, or sit for the Y-ENTRANCE (Yenepoya University AI-proctored entrance test) for UG admissions.
- Register at admissions.yenepoya.edu.in with Class 12 marksheet, CUET-UG or Y-ENTRANCE scorecard, and supporting documents.
- Merit list is declared based on 60% Y-ENTRANCE score and 40% Class 12 marks; shortlisted candidates receive an admission offer.
- Pay the Year 1 fee of INR 30,000 and complete document verification at YIASCM, Deralakatte, Mangaluru.
- Complete registration; classes commence August 2026.
✓ Opt for this if
- Career target is journalist, digital content creator, or media professional
- Strong interest in writing, broadcast journalism, or digital storytelling
- Fee of INR 90,000 total makes this one of the most affordable journalism degrees
- Yenepoya NAAC A+ university environment in Mangaluru suits your career geography
- Planning MA Journalism or a media industry internship after the BA programme
✗ Skip if
- Top national media institute (IIMC, AJK MCRC, SIMC) brand is needed for major metro journalism careers
- Goal is a STEM or management degree; journalism is a specific media communications pathway
- Fee of INR 90,000 does not reflect the comprehensive industry exposure you expect
- International media career requires a degree from a globally recognised journalism school
Yenepoya University BA Journalism and Digital Media Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Yenepoya Merit Scholarship | As per university norms | Based on Class 12 marks or entrance exam rank; awarded at admission |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | Up to INR 12,000/year | Merit-based; family income below INR 8,00,000; scholarships.gov.in |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (Government of Karnataka) | As per government norms | SC/ST Karnataka domicile students; state scholarship portal |
| Prime Minister’s Special Scholarship Scheme (J&K) | As per scheme norms | Students from J&K and UT of Ladakh; aicte-pragati-saksham-neu.in |
- Yenepoya Merit Scholarship: based on Class 12 marks or entrance rank.
- Central Sector Scholarship: family income below INR 8 lakh; scholarships.gov.in.
- Karnataka state scholarships: SC/ST/OBC domicile students; state portal.
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