GNDU MA Journalism & Mass Communication: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree (graduation in any stream from a recognised university with minimum 50% marks) from a recognised university with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST). register at gnduadmissions.org before 11 July 2026 for merit-based selection.

Ans. The total fee for the 2-year MA JMC at GNDU Amritsar is INR 1,39,450, payable at INR 69,725 per year (Semester 1: INR 54,045, Semester 2: INR 15,680). Examination fees are charged separately each semester. SC/ST Punjab domicile students may avail post-matric scholarship at scholarships.gov.in to offset a significant portion of the fees.

Ans. Graduates of MA JMC from GNDU Amritsar can pursue careers as Journalist, reporter, content producer, PR executive, media researcher. Sectors include Print media, broadcast media, digital content, PR agencies, advertising firms, and government information departments are primary career destinations. Further studies: PhD in Mass Communication at GNDU, or PG Diploma in Broadcast Journalism.

Ans. GNDU Amritsar is a NAAC A++ state university with UGC Category I status and one of Punjab’s leading public universities. The Department of Mass Communication has experienced faculty and a track record in producing alumni in government services and research. The UGC-recognised MA JMC degree and relatively low fee make it a strong choice for students targeting government roles and PhD research in North India.

Ans. Admission to MA JMC at GNDU Amritsar is merit-based on qualifying degree marks. Candidates register online at gnduadmissions.org before 11 July 2026 and attend counselling on 23 to 24 July 2026 at the GNDU Amritsar campus. Minimum 50% marks in graduation (45% for SC/ST candidates) is required.

Ans. Yes, MA JMC graduates from GNDU can apply for PhD admission in the relevant department. GNDU Amritsar runs doctoral research programmes across all major arts and social science departments. Graduates with NET or JRF qualification are given preference for campus PhD admission. Passing UGC-NET also qualifies graduates to teach at colleges in the relevant subject.