University of Lucknow MA Journalism & Mass Communication: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. MA Journalism and Mass Communication at LU is a fully self-financed programme. There are no government-funded or regular seats available in this course. All 50 seats are filled through the PGET merit list on a self-finance basis, with a total fee of INR 1.12 Lakhs for the two-year programme. Students from reserved categories can apply for UP Post-Matric Scholarship to offset the cost.

Ans. Graduates can build careers in print journalism, television reporting and production, digital and online media, public relations, advertising and brand communications, and content creation. Some graduates also enter government information services or communication departments. The degree also qualifies candidates for UGC-NET in Mass Communication, opening doors to college teaching and research in media studies.

Ans. The LU PGET for Journalism and Mass Communication tests subject knowledge drawn from the undergraduate-level syllabus. It covers topics such as journalism history and ethics, mass communication theories, media laws, news writing, broadcasting fundamentals, advertising, public relations, and current affairs. The test is conducted at designated centres in Uttar Pradesh in a written objective format.

Ans. MA Journalism and Mass Communication at LU offers 50 seats, all on a self-finance basis. Competition is moderate given the limited seats and the self-financed nature of the course. Final merit is determined by PGET score. Candidates with a strong background in humanities or prior exposure to media writing and current affairs are typically well-placed for selection.

Ans. Yes. MA Journalism and Mass Communication at LU is open to graduates from any stream, including science, commerce, and arts. The minimum eligibility is 45% marks in graduation for General and OBC candidates and 40% for SC and ST candidates from a recognized university. No prior study of journalism or mass communication is required for applying.

Ans. SC/ST/OBC students with family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs can apply for the UP Post-Matric Scholarship at scholarship.up.gov.in, which provides full fee reimbursement. The NSP Central Sector Scholarship is available for merit-based candidates with income below INR 4.5 Lakhs. LU also awards an internal merit scholarship to top-performing students in annual university examinations.