SPPU PG Diploma Mass Communication: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Aundh, PuneState UniversityEstd 1949NAAC Grade A+
Total fees
INR 7,214
1 year, no hostel
Average pay
INR 6.5 LPA
Mass communication listing
Cutoff
45%
OEE open score rule
Placement rate
70%
Course figure not separate

About SPPU PG Diploma Mass Communication

SPPU offers a one year, full time PG Diploma Mass Communication with 40 seats through the Online Entrance Examination. The course is taught at the Department of Communication and Journalism in Pune. The university holds NAAC A+ and stands #2 in India Today Mass Communication ranking 2025. The full fee without hostel is INR 7,214, and INR 13,064 with hostel. You get a seat through the SPPU admission portal after the entrance test. Open category students need 45% in the entrance test; reserved category students need 30%. The broad mass communication listing shows INR 6.5 LPA average pay and 70% placement. The diploma does not publish a separate placement report.

SPPU PG Diploma Mass Communication Fees

The full course costs INR 7,214 without hostel and INR 13,064 with hostel. The tuition fee is INR 7,214 of that. You pay the course fee in two parts across the year. Hostel adds INR 5,850 for the year. The published fee can change, so check the portal before you pay.

Fee headAmountHow it is charged
Tuition feeINR 7,214INR 3,607 a semester, 2 semesters
Admission feeINR 0One time
Caution depositINR 0One time, refundable
Hostel feeINR 5,850INR 5,850 a year, 1 year
Total, no hostelINR 7,214Full course
Total with hostelINR 13,064Full course

SPPU PG Diploma Mass Communication Admission Dates

The 2026 batch is in class. The 2027 dates below are estimates based on 2026; OEE applications are expected in May 2027. Keep the allotment letter and the fee receipt ready for reporting.

EventDateStatus
Application form, last date to applyMay 2027Tentative
OEE entrance testJun 2027Tentative
OEE result and scoreJul 2027Tentative
Merit listJul 2027Tentative
Admission round allotmentJul 2027Tentative
Course fee paymentJul 2027Tentative
Department reporting and document checkJul 2027Tentative
Classes startAug 2027Tentative

SPPU PG Diploma Mass Communication Eligibility

You need a bachelor's degree in any faculty. Open category students need 45% and reserved category students need 30%. Final year degree students may also apply. You must clear the entrance test.

RequirementWhat you need
DegreeBachelor's degree in any faculty
Final yearAllowed, with final mark sheet before admission is final
Entrance testOEE score
Minimum score45% for open, 30% for reserved

SPPU PG Diploma Mass Communication Admission Process

SPPU grants admission on entrance test score and merit list order. You apply on the portal, write the OEE and pay the fee after your name appears. If you miss the fee date, you lose the seat.

StepWhat you do
1. Register onlineUse the SPPU CCEP portal
2. Write OEEAnswer the written entrance test at the listed centre
3. Check merit listFollow the list and admission notice
4. Pay and reportBring original papers to the department

SPPU PG Diploma Mass Communication Cutoff

The open category entrance rule is 45% and the reserved category rule is 30%. These are minimum scores for the entrance test. A higher score is safer because seats are limited to 40.

CategoryClosing scoreYear
Open45%2026
Reserved30%2026
Seats402026
Exam marks1002026

SPPU PG Diploma Mass Communication Placements

The broad mass communication listing shows INR 6.5 LPA average pay and 70% placement, while the diploma does not publish a separate report. The highest package in the listing is INR 14.75 LPA. Most jobs are in reporting, digital media and content roles.

MetricValue
Average payINR 6.5 LPA, broad listing
Median payINR 5.2 LPA
Highest offerINR 14.75 LPA
Batch placed70%
RolesReporting, digital media and content

SPPU PG Diploma Mass Communication Scholarships

Four schemes can cut the fee by INR 4,000 to INR 7,214 over the course. The state post-matric scholarship gives the biggest help for reserved category students. The state and central schemes need an income paper.

ScholarshipWho can get itAmount or waiver
State post-matric scholarshipSC or ST, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearINR 7,214 over the course
Central Sector SchemeAny category, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year, top 20 percentile in Class 12INR 4,000 over the course
EWS fee helpEWS certificate, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a yearINR 4,000 over the course
OBC post-matric scholarshipOBC-NCL, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearINR 5,000 over the course

SPPU PG Diploma Mass Communication Ranking

The university stands #2 in India Today Mass Communication ranking and has NAAC A+. NIRF information is filed by the university each year. These ranks help show the university name, not a separate diploma placement result.

Ranking bodyYearRank or grade
India Today Mass Communication ranking2025#2
Pune city rank2025#1
NAAC2024A+

SPPU PG Diploma Mass Communication Course Structure

The one year course covers reporting, writing, editing, media law, advertising and digital media. Practical work starts early. The final work is based on assignments and the department test pattern.

YearWhat you study
Term 1Reporting, writing, editing and media law
Term 2Advertising, digital media and public communication
Practical workAssignments, reporting work and department test
LanguageEnglish or Marathi writing as allowed by the department

SPPU PG Diploma Mass Communication Hostel and Campus

The department is at Ranade Institute on Fergusson College Road, and hostel fee is INR 5,850. Rooms are not promised for every diploma student, so check before you pay.

ItemDetail
DepartmentRanade Institute, Fergusson College Road
Hostel feeINR 5,850
Room suretyCheck with the hostel office before fee payment
CityPune media offices, colleges and public events

Should you pick PG Diploma Mass Communication at Savitribai Phule Pune University?

This course suits graduates who want a low cost media start in Pune.

Pick it if:
You have a graduate degree already: this diploma lets you enter media without a second full master's course.
You want Pune newsroom access: Ranade Institute is on Fergusson College Road, close to city media offices and events.
You need evening study hours: the department course sheet lists 5.30 pm to 8.30 pm timing for PGDMM.
You want a low fee: the full course fee is INR 7,214, so one small project can pay it back.
Skip it if:
You need a placement report: the diploma does not publish its own average pay, so check jobs before you join.
You need assured hostel: hostel fee is listed, but room allotment is not promised for every diploma student.
You want only TV studio training: the course covers different media, so digital writing and reporting share the year.
You cannot write the entrance test: admission is based on OEE and merit list order, so missing it blocks the seat.
Counsellor's advice
Take this course if you want a low cost media start in Pune. If you need a fixed campus job, ask the department before paying.
PG Diploma Mass Communication Eligibility▾
Degree: Bachelor's degree in any faculty from a statutory university.
Final year: You may apply, but admission is final only after your mark sheet.
Entrance test: OEE score decides the merit list.
Score rule: 45% for open and 30% for reserved category.
PG Diploma Mass Communication Admission Process▾
Register online: Use the SPPU CCEP portal and submit the form before the last date.
Write OEE: Answer the written entrance test at the listed centre.
Check merit list: The department calls students in merit list order.
Pay fee: Pay the course fee after your name appears, or you lose the seat.
Report to department: Bring original papers to Ranade Institute for document check.

PG Diploma Mass Communication Admission Dates 2027

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The 2027 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2026. A date marked Confirmed is official.

Tentative
May 2027
Application form, last date to apply
Expected in the same month as the 2026 portal notice.
Tentative
Jun 2027
OEE entrance test
Expected after the form closes.
Tentative
Jul 2027
OEE result and score
Expected after the written test.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Merit list
Expected after the score list.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Admission round allotment
Seats are expected in merit list order.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Course fee payment
You lose the seat if the fee is not paid by the listed date.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Department reporting and document check
Bring original papers to Ranade Institute.
Tentative
Aug 2027
Classes start
Expected after reporting ends.

Source: SPPU CCEP admission portal and OEE 2026 schedule. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Savitribai Phule Pune University PG Diploma Mass Communication Fees 2027

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This is the full 1-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add hostel fee.

Tuition fee
Per semester × 2, INR 3,607 a semester
INR 7,214
Admission fee
One time, in year 1
INR 0
Caution deposit Refundable
One time, returned when you leave
INR 0
Add hostel fee
Hostel fee
Per year × 1, INR 5,850 a year
INR 5,850
Total course fee
INR 7,214
1 years · tuition + admission fee, hostel not added
Total course fee
INR 13,064
1 years · tuition + admission fee + hostel fee
Education loan EMI
INR 122
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
9010%
average first-year pay INR 6.5 LPA vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 220
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
4976%
average first-year pay INR 6.5 LPA vs the full fee

Source: SPPU course fee notice. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Will your score get you a seat at Savitribai Phule Pune University?

Pick your category and domicile. The score ranges use the entrance score rules.

Category
Quota
General · Maharashtra
55% and above: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
45% to 54%: almost there. Wait for the merit list and keep papers ready.
Below 45%: not this year. Try again in the next OEE cycle.
General · Outside Maharashtra
60% and above: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
50% to 59%: almost there. Wait for the merit list and keep papers ready.
Below 50%: not this year. Try again in the next OEE cycle.
OBC-NCL · Maharashtra
40% and above: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
30% to 39%: almost there. Wait for the merit list and keep papers ready.
Below 30%: not this year. Try again in the next OEE cycle.
OBC-NCL · Outside Maharashtra
45% and above: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
35% to 44%: almost there. Wait for the merit list and keep papers ready.
Below 35%: not this year. Try again in the next OEE cycle.
SC · Maharashtra
35% and above: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
30% to 34%: almost there. Wait for the merit list and keep papers ready.
Below 30%: not this year. Try again in the next OEE cycle.
SC · Outside Maharashtra
40% and above: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
35% to 39%: almost there. Wait for the merit list and keep papers ready.
Below 35%: not this year. Try again in the next OEE cycle.
ST · Maharashtra
35% and above: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
30% to 34%: almost there. Wait for the merit list and keep papers ready.
Below 30%: not this year. Try again in the next OEE cycle.
ST · Outside Maharashtra
40% and above: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
35% to 39%: almost there. Wait for the merit list and keep papers ready.
Below 35%: not this year. Try again in the next OEE cycle.
EWS · Maharashtra
45% and above: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
35% to 44%: almost there. Wait for the merit list and keep papers ready.
Below 35%: not this year. Try again in the next OEE cycle.
EWS · Outside Maharashtra
50% and above: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
40% to 49%: almost there. Wait for the merit list and keep papers ready.
Below 40%: not this year. Try again in the next OEE cycle.
EDITOR'S NOTE

The minimum score only keeps you in the race. A higher OEE score is safer because the course has 40 seats.

Savitribai Phule Pune University PG Diploma Mass Communication Scholarship Calculator

Answer two questions to see what you can claim. Confirm the final amount with the college.

Category
Annual family income
Scholarships you missedYou do not qualify on your answers. Tap to see why.▾

Each chip below says which answer blocked the scheme.

State post-matric scholarship
INR 7,214
State social welfare department
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: SC or ST, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answers
Central Sector Scheme
INR 4,000
Ministry of Education, through NSP
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: General category, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year, top 20 percentile in Class 12Apply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answers
EWS fee help
INR 4,000
Savitribai Phule Pune University
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: EWS certificate, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a yearApply by Sep 2026
Not eligible on your answers
OBC post-matric scholarship
INR 5,000
State backward classes welfare department
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: OBC-NCL, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Nov 2026
Not eligible on your answers
No scheme matches these answers. Ask the college about paying in parts and about education loans.
Estimated total waiver
INR 4,000
Your net course fee: INR 3,214
Estimated total waiver
INR 0
Your net course fee: INR 7,214
Estimated total waiver
INR 5,000
Your net course fee: INR 2,214
Estimated total waiver
INR 7,214
Your net course fee: INR 0

Savitribai Phule Pune University PG Diploma Mass Communication vs similar colleges

Tap a college to see it next to Savitribai Phule Pune University. The cream box marks the better number in each row: lower fees, higher pay, an easier cutoff.

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Total fees1 year, no hostel
INR 7,214
tuition + admission
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Average paybroad listing
INR 6.5 LPA
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Placement ratecourse figure not separate
70%
course figure not separate
60%
10 points lower, latest batch
65%
5 points lower, latest batch
50%
20 points lower, latest batch
70%
Same, latest batch
Entrance scoreOEE open category
45%
open category
50%
5 points higher
55%
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40%
5 points lower
65%
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Seatscourse intake
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department intake
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20 more
60
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ROIaverage pay vs the full fee
9010%
on INR 6.5 LPA
753%
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50%
8960 points lower
In short
Modern College has more seats, but it costs much more and the average pay is lower. If cost matters most, keep SPPU above it.
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MIT-WPU has a private university setting and more campus events, but the fee is much higher. If you need low fees, pick SPPU.
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TMV is easier on score, but SPPU costs less and shows stronger average pay. If both call you, take SPPU first.
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SSLA has more seats and a broader course style, but the fee is much higher. If you want a media diploma, choose SPPU.

Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.

FAQs on Savitribai Phule Pune University PG Diploma Mass Communication

Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.

Is this diploma worth the fee?▾
Yes, if you want a low cost media start. The full fee without hostel is INR 7,214 and the broad mass communication listing shows INR 6.5 LPA average pay. The diploma does not publish a separate placement report, so ask the department about recent jobs before you pay.
Should I take this course if I just clear the entrance score?▾
It depends on your category and the merit list. Open category students need 45% in OEE, while reserved category students need 30%. A score just above that keeps you in the race, but 40 seats make it tight. Use the checker above and keep papers ready.
What job can I get after this diploma?▾
The likely jobs are in reporting, digital media, content writing and public communication. The broad listing shows 70% placement and INR 6.5 LPA average pay, but not a separate diploma report. Ask the department for recent student work and internship leads before you join.
Who should skip this course?▾
Skip it if you need a promised campus job or a promised hostel room. The course page lists hostel fee, but not a room surety for every diploma student. The diploma also lacks a separate placement report. Check both points in writing before paying the fee.
Is this course good for digital media jobs?▾
Yes, if you build a portfolio while studying. The course covers digital media along with reporting, editing, advertising and public communication. Pune also gives access to media offices and public events. Use the one year to publish work, because jobs will ask for samples.
Should I choose this diploma instead of a two year master's course?▾
Choose this diploma if you want a shorter media entry after graduation. It takes one year and costs INR 7,214 without hostel, so the risk is low. Choose a master's course if you need deeper theory, more time for internships and a stronger campus placement route.
Is SPPU right if I need hostel?▾
Check first, then decide. The course page lists INR 5,850 hostel fee, but it does not promise a room to every diploma student. If hostel is a must, call the hostel office before paying the course fee. Keep a Pune room plan ready as a backup.
Will the low fee help my ROI?▾
Yes, the low fee is the biggest strength here. The fee without hostel is INR 7,214, while the broad listing shows INR 6.5 LPA average pay. That makes the ROI tile very high. Still, treat it as a cost guide, because the diploma has no separate placement report.
Should I wait a year for a stronger media course?▾
Wait only if you need a longer course or a clearer placement report. This diploma gives a one year route, 40 seats and a low fee. If your goal is to start reporting or digital content soon, apply now and use the year to build published work.
How do I get admission to this course?▾
Apply on the SPPU CCEP portal, write the OEE and follow the merit list. The 2026 application last date was extended to 25 May 2026 and the OEE was set for 1 Jun 2026 to 13 Jun 2026. For the next cycle, follow the portal dates and pay the fee after your name appears.
What is the full fee for the course?▾
The full one year fee is INR 7,214 without hostel. With hostel fee, the total becomes INR 13,064. The fee block above shows both totals and the switch adds hostel cost. Check the portal before payment, because the university can change fee heads.
Can I apply while I am in final year of graduation?▾
Yes, final year degree students may apply. Your admission is final only after you give the final mark sheet. If your result is late, ask the department what date they will accept it. Do not pay without knowing that date.
Can scholarships cover this fee?▾
They can cover a big part for some students. The calculator above shows state post-matric help, Central Sector help, EWS help and OBC help against the INR 7,214 base fee. Pick your category and income, then confirm the paper list with the scholarship office.

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Aditi DeshpandeLives in Pune,Maharashtra

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  • A candidate must have passed a Bachelor degree of 3 years duration (or equivalent) under 10+2+3 pattern from any recognized university.

Other highlights of the course include

Duration

3 years (Full Time)

Course Level

UG Degree

Type of University

State

Year of establishment

1949

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Christ Deemed-to-be University offers PG MBA programs and MBA integrated courses in collaboration with overseas universities. The highest offer was INR 21.46 LPA in the 2022 placement report.

Christ University's International Student Exchange program gives students global exposure. It offers this option for students to learn from peers abroad.

Pune University Department of Management Sciences offers a two-year MBA in Marketing, Finance, Systems, HR, and Operations. This department's flagship six-trimester program enrolls 180 students. The highest offer was INR 18 LPA in the 2022 placement report.

The top reasons to choose PUMBA are

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