Master of Arts [MA] (Journalism & Mass Communication)
About Master of Arts [MA] (Journalism & Mass Communication)
IMS Noida offers a 2-year Master of Arts in Journalism and Mass Communication for graduates from any discipline with minimum 50% marks. Admission is through AIJET or CUET-PG scores, with an annual fee of INR 1,50,000 and total program fees of INR 3,00,000. The MAJMC curriculum covers advanced journalism, digital media, broadcasting, and public relations through industry-connected labs and hands-on production training.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Class Commencement begins August 2026.
Key Points
- Advanced media labs for broadcast journalism and digital content production
- Internship opportunities with CNBC, NDTV, ABP News, and top media houses
- Industry workshops by veteran journalists and broadcast media professionals
IMS Noida MA JMC Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| First Year Fee | INR 1,50,000 |
| Second Year Fee | INR 1,50,000 |
| Total Fees | INR 3,00,000 |
- Fee payment is accepted via demand draft, bank deposit, or online payment portal.
- Merit scholarships of up to 60% of program fee are available via AIJET performance.
IMS Noida MA JMC Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| CUET-PG Registration Closed | January 25, 2026 |
| CUET-PG Exam | March 6 to March 27, 2026 |
| CUET-PG Result | April 24, 2026 |
| AIJET Application Last Date | June 30, 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | August 2026 (Tentative) |
- Both AIJET and CUET-PG 2026 scores are accepted for MAJMC shortlisting.
- Shortlisted candidates attend a Personal Interview or Group Discussion at campus.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Bachelor’s degree of minimum 3 years in any discipline from a recognized university
- Minimum 50% marks in the qualifying degree for General/OBC candidates (45% for SC/ST)
- A valid AIJET score or CUET-PG 2026 score is required for shortlisting
Admission Process
- Appear in CUET-PG 2026 or register for AIJET via the official IMS Noida admission portal
- Apply through admissions.imsnoida.edu.in with entrance score and academic documents
- Shortlisted candidates attend a Group Discussion and Personal Interview at the Noida campus
- Merit list prepared using combined entrance score and qualifying degree marks
- Complete document verification at the IMS Noida admission office, Sector 62, Noida
- Pay fees and complete enrollment formalities through the institute portal
✓ Opt for this if
- BAJMC or any graduate looking to specialise further in journalism or media
- Want media house internships with NDTV, CNBC, and ABP during the program
- Plan to use CUET-PG score for admission without sitting a separate test
- Seeking advanced digital media or broadcast journalism skills in NCR
✗ Skip if
- Need a nationally ranked mass communication school with research output
- Prefer government university MJMC at significantly lower fees
- Need verified MAJMC-specific average salary data before deciding
- Looking for an IIMC or AJKMCRC equivalent institution for journalism
IMS Noida MA JMC Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| AIJET Merit Scholarship (Tier 1) | INR 10,000 | 60 to 69% score in AIJET 2026 |
| AIJET Merit Scholarship (Tier 2) | INR 20,000 | 70 to 79% score in AIJET 2026 |
| AIJET Merit Scholarship (Tier 3) | INR 25,000 | 80 to 89% score in AIJET 2026 |
| AIJET Merit Scholarship (Tier 4) | INR 30,000 | 90% and above score in AIJET 2026 |
| Merit-cum-Means Scholarship | Up to 60% of program fee | Combined AIJET score and qualifying degree marks |
- Scholarship amounts are applied against the annual program fee at the time of admission.
- CUET-PG qualified candidates may be considered for merit scholarship based on score percentile.
According to an external review site Ranking 2025, IMS Noida ranks 34 out of 85 colleges in India and 2nd in state Uttar Pradesh for its MA Journalism & Mass Communication program.
- 20 out of 58 under India Today Mass Communications Ranking 2025.
- 12 out of 36 under The Week Mass Communications Ranking 2025.
- 15 out of 35 under Outlook Mass Communications Ranking 2024.
- 75 out of 100 under IIRF Mass Communications Ranking 2023.
Read more on IMS Noida Rankings here
IMS Noida MA JMC FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for MAJMC at IMS Noida?
Ans. The total fee for the 2-year MAJMC program at IMS Noida is INR 3,00,000, charged as INR 1,50,000 per year across two academic years. Fees are paid via demand draft, bank deposit, or the official online payment portal. Merit-based AIJET scholarships can reduce the annual outflow, with top-scoring candidates eligible for up to 60% of the total program fee as a scholarship waiver applied at the time of admission.
Ques. Which entrance exam is required for MAJMC admission at IMS Noida?
Ans. IMS Noida accepts both AIJET and CUET-PG 2026 scores for MAJMC admission shortlisting. CUET-PG 2026 registration closed on January 25, 2026, the exam was held from March 6 to March 27, 2026, and results were declared on April 24, 2026. AIJET is the institute’s own All India Joint Entrance Test. Shortlisted candidates from both routes attend a Group Discussion and Personal Interview at the campus in Noida.
Ques. What is the eligibility for MAJMC at IMS Noida?
Ans. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree of at least 3 years in any discipline from a recognized university with a minimum of 50% marks. SC/ST candidates require at least 45% in the qualifying degree. The program is open to graduates from any stream, not restricted to journalism or mass communication graduates. A valid AIJET or CUET-PG score is required for shortlisting, followed by a Personal Interview for final selection.
Ques. What practical training does the MAJMC program offer at IMS Noida?
Ans. The MAJMC program at IMS Noida provides access to advanced media laboratories equipped for broadcast journalism, digital content production, and multimedia storytelling. Students are placed in internship programs with leading media organizations including CNBC, NDTV, ABP News, and Zee News. Regular workshops and seminars conducted by veteran journalists, broadcast producers, and public relations experts from the industry supplement classroom sessions throughout the 2-year program.
Ques. What are the career options after MAJMC from IMS Noida?
Ans. MAJMC graduates from IMS Noida pursue careers as journalists, broadcast producers, digital media managers, public relations executives, content strategists, advertising managers, and corporate communication heads. Top media recruiters include CNBC, NDTV, ABP News, Zee News, and major corporates like Google, Microsoft, and Amazon for communication and digital media roles. Graduates with strong portfolios from the media lab and internship program are well positioned for senior editorial and media production roles.
Ques. What scholarships are available for MAJMC students at IMS Noida?
Ans. IMS Noida offers AIJET-based merit scholarships for MAJMC students: INR 10,000 for 60 to 69% score, INR 20,000 for 70 to 79%, INR 25,000 for 80 to 89%, and INR 30,000 for 90% and above. A merit-cum-means scholarship of up to 60% of the program fee is available for candidates with strong combined AIJET and qualifying degree marks. CUET-PG qualified candidates may also be considered for merit-based scholarship based on their score percentile.