Maharaja Agrasen Himalayan Garhwal University MJMC : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The MJMC at MAHGU is a two-year full-time postgraduate programme divided into four semesters. The curriculum covers advanced journalism, investigative reporting, digital media production, broadcast journalism, media management, communication ethics, and research methodology. Students undertake project work, media internships, and practical productions in the second year.

Ans. The total programme fee is INR 50,000 for two years, payable as INR 25,000 per year. Students holding Uttarakhand domicile are eligible for a 31% fee concession as per the university’s state-student policy. Hostel and mess charges, if opted, are billed separately. Verify the current fee schedule at hgu.ac.in before applying, as fees may be revised.

Ans. Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% for reserved categories). A BJMC or related undergraduate background is preferred but not mandatory. A valid CUET-PG score is accepted for merit-based shortlisting. Reserved category candidates may be eligible for relaxation as per applicable norms.

Ans. MJMC graduates can work as senior journalists, editors, digital content strategists, media producers, public relations managers, and corporate communication heads. News agencies, television channels, digital news portals, government media units, and advertising firms hire MJMC graduates. The degree also qualifies graduates for PhD programmes and teaching positions in mass communication departments across recognised universities.

Ans. MAHGU accepts CUET-PG scores for MJMC admission. Candidates who register for CUET-PG before January 25, 2026 and appear in the March 2026 exam can apply to MAHGU using their score. The university also conducts merit-based direct admission for eligible candidates. Full admission timelines and notification details are published at the MAHGU official website hgu.ac.in.

Ans. Students can apply for central government scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) based on category and family income. Uttarakhand state scholarships are available for eligible domicile students. MAHGU also announces merit-based awards each academic year. Confirm current scholarship eligibility and the application process with the MAHGU admissions office before the session.