Indian Institute of Mass Communication

What is IIMC?

The Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) is a government institution for journalism and mass communication education. It was established in 1965 under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of India, with support from UNESCO. In 2020, IIMC was granted Deemed University status, allowing it to award its own degrees.

IIMC has six campuses across India. The headquarters is in New Delhi, with other campuses in Dhenkanal (Odisha), Jammu (J&K), Amravati (Maharashtra), Aizawl (Mizoram), and Kottayam (Kerala). The institute offers one-year PG Diploma programmes and two-year MA programmes.

Since 2022, admissions to most IIMC programmes are through CUET PG, conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). Regional language programmes in Odia, Urdu, Marathi, and Malayalam Journalism use a separate entrance test conducted by IIMC. Every year, thousands of graduates compete for 660+ seats across all six campuses.

IIMC 2026 Key Highlights

• Established: 1965
• Status: Deemed University (since 2020)
• Campuses: 6 (New Delhi, Dhenkanal, Jammu, Amravati, Aizawl, Kottayam)
• Programmes: One-year PG Diploma and two-year MA
• Admission Mode: CUET PG (most programmes) and IIMC separate test (regional language programmes)
• Total Seats: 660+

IIMC 2026 Important Dates

The Round 3 seat allotment for IIMC 2026 was declared on June 23, 2026. This is the concluding round of the counselling process for the 2026-27 academic session.

Candidates allotted seats in Round 3 must complete all admission formalities between June 23 and June 26, 2026. No extension is given after June 26. The academic session is expected to begin in August 2026; in 2025, classes started in the third week of August.

IIMC 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility for IIMC 2026 depends on the programme and the admission mode. For most programmes, candidates need a bachelor's degree and must appear for CUET PG in Mass Communication and Journalism.

• For CUET PG-based programmes: Candidates must have a graduation degree from a recognised university.
• For regional language journalism programmes (Odia, Marathi, Malayalam, Urdu): Candidates must appear for IIMC's separate entrance exam.
• Final-year students can apply, but must submit their original mark sheet or provisional certificate by September 30, 2026.

IIMC 2026 Courses and Seat Intake

IIMC offers one-year PG Diploma and two-year MA programmes across its six campuses. The New Delhi campus English Journalism and MA programmes are the most sought-after.

PG Diploma Programmes

• English Journalism
• Hindi Journalism
• Radio and TV Journalism
• Digital Media
• Advertising and Public Relations
• Odia Journalism (regional campus)
• Marathi Journalism (regional campus)
• Malayalam Journalism (regional campus)
• Urdu Journalism (regional campus)

MA Programmes

• New Media Communications
• Media Business Studies
• Strategic Communication
• Health Communication
• Media and Communication Governance
• Corporate Communication and Brand Management

Total seat intake across all six campuses is 660+.

IIMC 2026 Application and Admission Process

Admission to most IIMC programmes is based on CUET PG 2026 scores in Mass Communication and Journalism, conducted by NTA. Regional language journalism programmes follow a separate admission cycle.

1. Register and appear for CUET PG 2026 in Mass Communication and Journalism.
2. Apply to IIMC through the official counselling process.
3. Participate in seat allotment rounds conducted by IIMC.
4. If allotted a seat, complete admission formalities within the given dates.
5. Pay the first-semester fee and carry original documents to the respective campus.

For regional language journalism programmes, check the official IIMC website for separate allotment and admission timelines. These run separately from the CUET PG counselling cycle.

IIMC 2026 Exam Pattern (CUET PG)

Most IIMC admissions are based on CUET PG 2026 scores in Mass Communication and Journalism. The exam is conducted by NTA.

• The exam tests knowledge in Mass Communication and Journalism subjects.
• CUET PG is a national-level entrance test.
• IIMC uses CUET PG scores for seat allotment in most programmes.

IIMC 2026 Syllabus

The syllabus for IIMC admission is the CUET PG syllabus for Mass Communication and Journalism. Candidates should prepare according to the NTA-prescribed syllabus for this subject.

IIMC 2026 Result and Scorecard

IIMC does not conduct its own entrance exam for most programmes. Results are based on CUET PG 2026 scores. For regional language journalism programmes, IIMC conducts a separate entrance exam, and results are announced on the official IIMC website.

IIMC 2026 Cutoff

Cutoff scores for IIMC are determined by CUET PG 2026 performance and seat availability. The New Delhi campus English Journalism and MA programmes typically have the highest cutoffs. Cutoffs vary by campus and programme.

IIMC 2026 Counselling and Seat Allotment

IIMC counselling for 2026 was conducted in multiple rounds. Round 3 was the concluding round, with seat allotment declared on June 23, 2026.

Candidates allotted seats in Round 3 must complete admission formalities by June 26, 2026. This includes paying the first-semester fee and submitting original documents at the respective campus. No extension is given after this date.

IIMC Campuses and Regional Centres

IIMC has six campuses across India.

Regional language journalism programmes in Odia, Marathi, Malayalam, and Urdu are offered at the regional campuses.

How to Prepare for IIMC Entrance Exam

For most programmes, preparation should focus on the CUET PG syllabus for Mass Communication and Journalism. For regional language programmes, prepare for IIMC's separate entrance exam.

• Study the CUET PG syllabus for Mass Communication and Journalism thoroughly.
• Practice previous years' question papers.
• For regional language programmes, check the official IIMC

  IIMC 2026 Admission Overview

  The Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) is a deemed university since 2020. It was established in 1965 and is run by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of India.

  IIMC offers 5 PG Diploma, 6 MA, and 4 Regional Language PG Diploma programmes. The total number of seats is approximately 660+ across 6 campuses in New Delhi, Dhenkanal, Jammu, Amravati, Aizawl, and Kottayam.

  Particulars	Details
  Full Name	Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC)
  Conducting Body	Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of India
  Established	1965 (Deemed University since 2020)
  Admission Route — Main Programmes	CUET PG 2026 (conducted by NTA) — Mass Communication and Journalism (COQP17)
  Admission Route — Regional Language Programmes	IIMC own separate entrance test
  Total Programmes	5 PG Diploma + 6 MA + 4 Regional Language PG Diploma
  Total Seats (approx.)	660+
  Total Campuses	6 (New Delhi, Dhenkanal, Jammu, Amravati, Aizawl, Kottayam)
  Official Admissions Portal	iimc.admissions.nic.in
  Official IIMC Website	iimc.gov.in

  IIMC 2026 Important Dates

  The IIMC 2026 admission cycle is in its final phase. Round 3 seat allotment was declared on June 23, 2026, which is the last regular counselling round.

  Candidates allotted in Round 3 must complete admission formalities between June 23 and June 26, 2026. This includes paying the first-semester fee and reporting to the campus.

  Event	Date	Status
  Round 3 (Final) Seat Allotment	June 23, 2026	Out Today
  Round 3 — Seat Acceptance and Fee Payment	June 23–26, 2026	Ongoing
  Academic Session 2026-27 Begins	August 2026 (Expected)	Upcoming
  Document Submission — Final-Year Students	September 30, 2026 (Last Date)	Upcoming
  CUET PG 2026 Application Opens	December 14, 2025	Over
  CUET PG 2026 Application Last Date	January 23, 2026	Over
  CUET PG 2026 Admit Card Released	March 3, 2026	Over
  CUET PG 2026 Exam Conducted	March 6–27, 2026	Over
  CUET PG 2026 Result Declared	April 24, 2026	Over
  IIMC Counselling Registration Opens	May 26, 2026	Over
  IIMC Counselling Registration Closes	June 7, 2026	Over
  Round 1 Seat Allotment	June 9, 2026	Over
  Round 1 — Fee Payment and Acceptance Deadline	June 9–13, 2026	Over
  Round 2 Seat Allotment	June 16, 2026	Over
  Round 2 — Fee Payment and Acceptance Deadline	June 16–20, 2026	Over

  IIMC 2026 Eligibility Criteria

  Eligibility conditions for IIMC depend on the admission route. Candidates applying through CUET PG follow one set of rules, while those applying through IIMC's own entrance test for regional language programmes follow another.

  For CUET PG-Based Programmes (All PG Diploma and MA Programmes)

  Eligibility details for CUET PG-based programmes are not specified in the source. Candidates should check the official IIMC website for the complete eligibility criteria.

  IIMC 2026 Eligibility Criteria

  For CUET PG-Based Programmes (PG Diploma and MA)

  Admission to most IIMC programmes is based on CUET PG scores. The eligibility rules for these programmes are listed below.

  • Educational Qualification: A Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a UGC-recognised university is required. The minimum marks needed in graduation are 50%. SC, ST, OBC-NCL, and PwD candidates get a 5% relaxation, so the minimum for them is 45%.
  • Final-Year Students: Candidates in the final year of graduation can apply. The final degree or provisional certificate must be submitted at the time of IIMC counselling. Admission is provisional and confirmed only after the certificate is submitted by September 30, 2026.
  • Age Limit: There is no upper age limit for CUET PG-based IIMC programmes. Candidates of any age can apply for PG Diploma and MA programmes that use CUET PG scores.
  • Nationality: Indian nationals can apply. NRI and foreign nationals can also apply. IIMC reserves 5 supernumerary seats per course for NRI or NRI-sponsored candidates.

  For IIMC's Own Entrance Test (Regional Language PG Diploma Programmes)

  IIMC conducts its own entrance test for PG Diploma in Odia Journalism (Dhenkanal), Urdu Journalism (New Delhi and Jammu), Marathi Journalism (Amravati), and Malayalam Journalism (Kottayam). These programmes have stricter age eligibility.

  • Educational Qualification: A Bachelor's degree from any recognised university in any subject is required.
  • Age Limit (as of August 1, 2026):
    • General category: Maximum 25 years
    • OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): Maximum 28 years
    • SC, ST, and PwD: Maximum 30 years
  • Language Proficiency: Proficiency in the language of the programme is mandatory — Odia, Urdu, Marathi, or Malayalam. The medium of instruction is the respective regional language.
  • Nationality: Indian citizenship is mandatory for regional language programmes.

  For regional language programmes, the age limit is strictly enforced as of August 1, 2026. The cut-off must be met before applying. No relaxation beyond the categories listed is given.

  IIMC 2026 Courses and Seat Intake

  IIMC offers one-year PG Diploma programmes and two-year MA programmes. PG Diploma programmes are available across multiple campuses. MA programmes are offered at the New Delhi main campus. Total IIMC seats across all campuses and programmes stand at 660+. Admission to most programmes is through CUET PG 2026; regional language journalism uses a separate IIMC exam.

  PG Diploma Programmes — Admission via CUET PG 2026

  Programme	Approximate Seats	Campuses Offering
  PG Diploma in English Journalism	256	New Delhi, Dhenkanal, Aizawl, Amravati, Jammu, Kottayam
  PG Diploma in Hindi Journalism	128	New Delhi, Jammu, Amravati
  PG Diploma in Digital Media	120	New Delhi, Aizawl, Kottayam, Jammu
  PG Diploma in Radio and TV Journalism	51	New Delhi only
  PG Diploma in Advertising and Public Relations	~77	New Delhi (primarily)

  MA Programmes — Admission via CUET PG 2026 (New Delhi Campus)

  MA Programme	Approximate Seats
  MA in New Media Communications	~40
  MA in Media Business Studies	~40
  MA in Strategic Communication	~40
  MA in Health Communication	~40
  MA in Media and Communication Governance	~40
  MA in Corporate Communication and Brand Management	~40

  PG Diploma in Regional Language Journalism — IIMC Own Entrance Exam

  Programme	Campus	Approx. Seats
  PG Diploma in Odia Journalism	Dhenkanal, Odisha	~30
  PG Diploma in Marathi Journalism	Amravati, Maharashtra	~30
  PG Diploma in Malayalam Journalism	Kottayam, Kerala	~30
  PG Diploma in Urdu Journalism	New Delhi and Jammu	~30

  Reservation Policy for IIMC 2026

  Category	Reservation Percentage
  OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)	27%
  Scheduled Caste (SC)	15%
  Scheduled Tribe (ST)	7.5%
  Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	10%
  Persons with Disability (PwD)	5% (horizontal, across all categories)
  NRI / NRI-Sponsored	5 supernumerary seats per programme

  IIMC 2026 Application and Admission Process

  IIMC 2026 admissions follow two separate routes depending on the programme. Most programmes use CUET PG as the qualifying exam, and four regional language programmes use IIMC's own entrance test. Both routes are now closed for 2026; candidates who want IIMC admission in 2027 must watch for CUET PG 2027 notifications expected in December 2026.

  IIMC 2026 Admission Routes

  IIMC 2026 admissions follow two separate routes. Most programmes admit students through CUET PG. Regional language diploma programmes use a separate IIMC entrance test.

  Route 1 — Through CUET PG (For PG Diploma and MA Programmes)

  Step 1 — Register for CUET PG: Apply on the NTA portal and select the Mass Communication and Journalism paper. For IIMC 2026, the application window was December 14, 2025 to January 23, 2026.

  Step 2 — Appear for Exam: Download your admit card and appear for the CBT at your allotted centre. CUET PG 2026 was held March 6–27, 2026 across the country.

  Step 3 — Check Result: NTA declared the CUET PG 2026 result on April 24, 2026. Download your scorecard from the NTA portal — it shows your raw score, normalised score, and national rank.

  Step 4 — Register for IIMC Counselling: Register at iimc.admissions.nic.in using your CUET PG credentials. Pay the counselling registration fee and fill in your course and campus preferences in order of priority. Lock choices before the deadline. IIMC counselling registration for 2026 was open from May 26 to June 7.

  Step 5 — Seat Allotment and Acceptance: Seats are allotted across three rounds based on your CUET PG rank and your preference list. If you receive an allotment, pay the ₹20,000 seat acceptance fee online and complete document verification within the window for that round.

  Step 6 — Report to Campus: After formalities are confirmed, pay the balance semester fees and report to your allotted IIMC campus when the 2026-27 session begins in August 2026.

  Route 2 — IIMC Own Entrance Test (Regional Language PG Diplomas)

  For PG Diploma in Odia, Urdu, Marathi, and Malayalam Journalism, IIMC conducts a separate written entrance test and a personal interview. You apply through the IIMC official website, appear for the offline exam, and participate in a separate counselling process. This runs independently of the CUET PG cycle.

  IIMC 2026 Application and Counselling Fee

  Category	CUET PG Application Fee	IIMC Counselling Registration Fee
  General	₹1,400	₹1,500
  EWS / OBC-NCL	₹1,200	₹1,000
  SC / ST / Third Gender	₹1,100	₹1,000
  PwD	₹1,100	₹1,000

  Both the CUET PG application fee and the IIMC counselling registration fee are non-refundable. You also pay a ₹20,000 seat acceptance fee after receiving any round’s allotment. This is forfeited if you do not report to the allotted campus within the deadline.

  IIMC 2026 Exam Pattern (CUET PG)

  IIMC 2026 admissions for most programmes are based on CUET PG 2026, conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode by NTA. The qualifying paper for IIMC is Mass Communication and Journalism (COQP17). Candidates are ranked nationally on the basis of their normalised CUET PG score, and seat allotment follows through IIMC counselling.

  CUET PG 2026 Exam Pattern — Mass Communication and Journalism (IIMC)

  Parameter	Details
  Mode of Exam	Computer-Based Test (CBT)
  Duration	90 minutes
  Total Questions	75 MCQs
  Total Marks	300 marks (75 × 4)
  Correct Answer	+4 marks
  Wrong Answer	−1 mark (negative marking applies)
  Unattempted Question	0 marks
  Question Type	MCQs only
  Medium	English and Hindi
  Paper Code	COQP17 — Mass Communication and Journalism
  Scoring Method	NTA normalises scores across shifts; final rank is percentile-based

  NTA uses a normalisation process to equalise difficulty levels across different exam sessions. Your CUET PG rank — not raw score — is what IIMC uses for seat allotment. A lower rank number means a better score. Candidates who score in the top 200 ranks nationally in the General category typically qualify for the most competitive programmes at IIMC New Delhi.

  IIMC Own Entrance Test Pattern (Regional Language PG Diplomas)

  Parameter	Details
  Mode of Exam	Offline (Pen and Paper)
  Duration	3 hours
  Total Marks	100 marks
  Question Types	Objective MCQs + Descriptive / Short Answer / Essay
  Medium	Relevant regional language plus English or Hindi
  Additional Round	Personal Interview (for final selection)

  IIMC 2026 Syllabus

  The CUET PG 2026 Mass Communication and Journalism paper (COQP17) covers media theory, current affairs, journalism practice, and language skills. NTA released the official CUET PG 2026 syllabus on its portal before the exam. Here are the main topic areas you need to cover for IIMC admission.

  General Awareness and Current Affairs

  • Indian Political and Economic Environment: Government schemes, policies, Union Budget highlights, economic developments, and major Supreme Court judgments
  • International Developments: Global politics, bilateral relations, major summits, and key organisations such as the UN, WTO, WHO, IMF, and World Bank
  • Indian History and Social Science: Key historical events, the Indian freedom struggle, social reform movements, and post-independence developments
  • Science, Technology, and Environment: Space missions, new technologies, environmental issues, climate change, and major scientific achievements
  • Sports and Cultural Affairs: Major national and international sporting events, Indian art, culture, and heritage policies

  Mass Media and Communication Theory

  • History of Journalism in India: Development of the Indian press from colonial times to the digital era; landmark newspapers and their founders
  • Role of Media in Democracy: Press freedom, media ownership, accountability journalism, and public interest reporting
  • Communication Theories and Models: Shannon-Weaver model, Lasswell’s formula, two-step flow theory, agenda-setting theory, uses and gratifications theory
  • Media Laws and Ethics: Press Council of India Act, Cable Television Networks Regulation Act, IT Act sections on media, Right to Information Act, and journalistic codes of ethics
  • Advertising and Public Relations: Fundamentals of advertising copy, campaign planning, PR concepts, and their implications for society

  Digital and New Media

  • Online Journalism Trends: Digital news platforms, mobile journalism, data journalism, and multimedia storytelling
  • ICT in Media: Content management systems, social media tools, digital newsroom operations, and media archives
  • Social Media and Algorithms: How Twitter/X, Instagram, and YouTube shape news consumption and public opinion
  • Misinformation and Media Literacy: Fake news identification, fact-checking methods, and the role of media literacy in democracy

  Language and Writing Skills

  • English grammar, vocabulary, and reading comprehension
  • News writing basics — the inverted pyramid structure, news values, what makes a news story
  • Report writing and feature writing basics

  For CUET PG preparation, read at least one quality national daily newspaper throughout your preparation period. IGNOU’s Mass Communication study materials, Denis McQuail’s Mass Communication Theory, and UGC NET Mass Communication guides are all useful starting points. Solving previous year CUET PG papers is the most direct way to understand question format and difficulty.

  IIMC 2026 Result and Scorecard

  For IIMC 2026 admissions through the CUET PG route, there is no separate IIMC result. NTA declared the CUET PG 2026 result on April 24, 2026 at the NTA CUET PG official portal. This result is the direct basis for IIMC counselling and seat allotment across all PG Diploma and MA programmes. Your CUET PG rank in the Mass Communication and Journalism paper determines which programme and campus you can access during counselling.

  How to Download Your CUET PG 2026 Scorecard

  • Visit exams.nta.nic.in/cuet-pg and click on the result or scorecard download link.
  • Enter your CUET PG 2026 application number and date of birth to log in.
  • Download the scorecard in PDF format — it shows your raw score, normalised score, and national rank for each subject paper.
  • Keep multiple digital and printed copies. You need the scorecard for IIMC document verification and campus enrollment.

  For regional language PG Diploma programmes (Odia, Urdu, Marathi, and Malayalam Journalism), IIMC declares a separate merit list on iimc.gov.in after the IIMC own entrance test. This list is independent of CUET PG and is based purely on performance in that test and personal interview.

  CUET PG 2026 scorecards are available for download on the NTA portal for a limited period. If you have not already saved your scorecard, do so immediately — you will need it for any future correspondence or verification with IIMC.

  IIMC 2026 Cutoff

  IIMC does not publish a score-based cutoff. The cutoff is the CUET PG rank of the last candidate allotted a seat in each round, programme, and category. A lower rank number means higher competition. The final IIMC 2026 opening and closing ranks — after Round 3 — will be officially published on the counselling portal after June 26, 2026, when all Round 3 formalities are complete.

  For planning and reference, the table below shows IIMC Delhi’s 2025 opening and closing CUET PG ranks across key programmes and categories, sourced from the official admissions portal.

  IIMC Delhi Cutoff 2025 — CUET PG Closing Ranks (Reference for 2026 Planning)

  IIMC 2025 Cutoff Ranks

  The Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) released its opening and closing ranks for 2025 admissions. These ranks are based on the CUET PG Mass Communication and Journalism paper.

  Programme	Campus	Gen Closing Rank (2025)	OBC-NCL Closing Rank	SC Closing Rank
  PG Diploma in English Journalism	New Delhi	117–152	276–500	~1,085
  PG Diploma in Radio & TV Journalism	New Delhi	~164	—	—
  PG Diploma in Advertising & PR	New Delhi	~111	~318	—
  MA in New Media Communications	New Delhi	53–100	~318	—
  PG Diploma in English Journalism	Dhenkanal (Odisha)	523–532	—	—
  PG Diploma in Hindi Journalism	Amravati (Maharashtra)	885–1,284	—	—
  All Programmes — Overall Closing Rank	All Campuses	5,201	—	—

  Source: iimc.admissions.nic.in — Opening and Closing Ranks 2025.

  Key Trends from IIMC Cutoff Data

  The PG Diploma in English Journalism at IIMC New Delhi is extremely competitive. In 2025, the General category closing rank was 152, meaning only the top 152 candidates nationally in CUET PG Mass Communication got this programme at Delhi.

  MA programmes at IIMC New Delhi — especially New Media Communications and Advertising & PR — consistently have the lowest closing ranks, making them the most competitive overall at IIMC.

  The overall closing rank across all IIMC programmes and categories was 5,201 in 2025, tighter than the 2024 closing rank of 6,320. Competition is increasing year over year.

  Regional campus seats are much less competitive. Dhenkanal’s English Journalism closed at rank 532 in 2025 versus 152 at New Delhi for the same programme. Listing regional campus options improves your chances significantly if you get a moderate CUET PG rank.

  IIMC 2026 final cutoff ranks will be posted on the official portal after June 26, 2026.

  IIMC does not publish a minimum qualifying score. Your rank — not your raw score — decides admission. Rank 1 = the highest scorer nationally in the CUET PG Mass Communication and Journalism paper.

  IIMC 2026 Counselling and Seat Allotment

  IIMC 2026 counselling is fully online at iimc.admissions.nic.in, powered by the eCounselling Pravesh Mitra system. Counselling started on May 26, 2026, and concludes with Round 3 seat allotment declared today — June 23, 2026. This is the final allotment round.

  Candidates allotted in Round 3 must complete all admission formalities by June 26, 2026.

  IIMC 2026 Counselling Round Schedule

  Counselling Event	Date	Status
  Round 3 (Final) Seat Allotment	June 23, 2026	Out Today
  Round 3 — Seat Acceptance and Fee Payment	June 23–26, 2026	Ongoing
  Counselling Registration Opens	May 26, 2026	Over
  Counselling Registration Closes	June 7, 2026	Over
  Round 1 Seat Allotment	June 9, 2026	Over
  Round 1 — Fee Payment and Acceptance Deadline	June 9–13, 2026	Over
  Round 2 Seat Allotment	June 16, 2026	Over
  Round 2 — Fee Payment and Acceptance Deadline	June 16–20, 2026	Over

  How to Complete Round 3 Admission Formalities (Act Before June 26, 2026)

  • Step 1 — Check Allotment: Log in to iimc.admissions.nic.in using your registered credentials and download your Round 3 seat allotment letter.
  • Step 2 — Pay Seat Acceptance Fee: Pay ₹20,000 as the seat acceptance fee online through the portal. This confirms that you accept the allotted seat.
  • Step 3 — Pay Balance Semester Fee: Pay the remaining first-semester tuition fee (total first-semester amount minus the ₹20,000 already paid) by June 26, 2026.
  • Step 4 — Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of all required documents on the IIMC portal for verification before the deadline.
  • Step 5 — Report to Campus: Visit your allotted IIMC campus in person with all original documents to complete physical verification and enrollment when the session begins in August 2026.

  Documents Required for IIMC 2026 Admission

  All candidates allotted a seat must upload scanned copies of required documents on the IIMC portal for verification. Original documents must be carried to the campus for physical verification at the time of enrollment.

  Documents Required for IIMC Admission 2026

  Candidates must carry the following documents for admission formalities after Round 3 seat allotment. Keep both original and self-attested photocopies ready.

  • CUET PG 2026 scorecard (downloaded from the NTA portal)
  • IIMC Round 3 seat allotment letter
  • Class 10 mark sheet (proof of date of birth)
  • Class 12 mark sheet — original and self-attested photocopy
  • Graduation degree certificate or provisional certificate (or proof of final-year enrollment)
  • Category certificate — SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwD — if applicable (issued by a competent authority)
  • Recent passport-size photographs (minimum 4 copies)
  • Valid government-issued photo ID — Aadhaar Card, Passport, or Voter ID
  • Fee payment receipts for counselling fee and seat acceptance fee
  • Character certificate from your last institution attended
  • Transfer certificate

  Failure to complete admission formalities by June 26, 2026 will lead to automatic cancellation of your Round 3 allotted seat. No extension is typically granted after this deadline.

  IIMC Campuses and Regional Centres

  IIMC has its main campus in New Delhi and five regional centres across India. The New Delhi campus is the largest, established in 1965, offering the widest range of programmes and the most advanced media infrastructure. Regional campuses were set up from 1994 onwards to extend quality journalism education to different parts of the country and cater to regional language media needs.

  Campus	State	Established	Key Programmes Offered
  New Delhi (Headquarters)	Delhi	1965	All CUET PG-based PG Diploma and MA programmes; Urdu Journalism PG Diploma
  Dhenkanal	Odisha	1994	PG Diploma in English Journalism; PG Diploma in Odia Journalism; Corporate Communication & Brand Management
  Jammu	Jammu & Kashmir	Post-2009	PG Diploma in English Journalism, Hindi Journalism, Digital Media, Urdu Journalism
  Amravati	Maharashtra	Post-2009	PG Diploma in English Journalism, Hindi Journalism, Marathi Journalism
  Aizawl	Mizoram	Post-2009	PG Diploma in English Journalism, Digital Media
  Kottayam	Kerala	Post-2009	PG Diploma in English Journalism, Digital Media, Malayalam Journalism

  All six IIMC campuses are equipped with media labs, audio and video production studios, computer labs, modern libraries, seminar halls, and hostel facilities for outstation students. The Delhi campus has the most advanced setup — two auditoriums with multimedia capabilities, fully equipped television and radio studios, darkrooms for photography, and digital newsroom facilities.

  Candidates allotted seats at regional campuses often face significantly less competition. The 2025 closing rank for English Journalism at Dhenkanal was 523–532, versus 117–152 at New Delhi for the same programme. This gap makes regional campus options a smart strategic choice for candidates with moderate CUET PG scores.

  How to Prepare for IIMC Entrance Exam

  If you are targeting IIMC admission in 2027, the CUET PG 2027 application is expected to open in December 2026. Start preparing now. A structured 6-to-8-month plan covering current affairs, media theory, and language skills will help you secure a competitive rank.

  Build a Strong Current Affairs Foundation

  • Read at least one quality national English daily — The Hindu, The Indian Express, or Hindustan Times — every morning. Editorials and opinion pages are especially important for understanding media issues and public policy.
  • Follow monthly government publications like Yojana and Kurukshetra for updates on welfare schemes and development programmes — these topics appear frequently in CUET PG.
  • Maintain a weekly note of major events in politics, economy, science, environment, sports, and international affairs. CUET PG tests news awareness from the 12 months before the exam date.
  • Follow media-related developments closely — press freedom rankings, new OTT regulations, social media policy announcements, and major journalism awards in India.

  Study Mass Communication Theory Thoroughly

  • Read standard books on communication and media studies. Denis McQuail’s Mass Communication Theory and Keval J. Kumar’s books on journalism in India are widely recommended by IIMC aspirants.
  • Cover all major communication models — Shannon-Weaver, Lasswell’s 5W model, Gerbner’s model, two-step flow theory, agenda-setting theory, and uses and gratifications theory.
  • Study Indian media laws in detail. Know the key provisions of the Press Council Act, Cable TV Networks Regulation Act, IT Act sections related to media, RTI Act, and the Programme Code for broadcast media.
  • Learn the history of Indian journalism from the first newspapers in the colonial era through to present-day digital journalism.

  Improve Language and Writing Skills

  • Practise writing short news reports on current events every day — even 100 words a day builds the habit of concise, fact-first writing that journalism demands.
  • Build your English vocabulary by reading opinion columns and feature articles. Note unfamiliar words and how they are used in context.
  • Practise MCQ-based English grammar questions from standard books to sharpen speed and accuracy for the CUET PG exam.

  Practise with Mock Tests and Previous Year Papers

  IIMC 2026 Admission Overview

  IIMC uses the CUET PG exam for admission to its PG Diploma and MA programmes in 2026. The exam is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). There is no separate IIMC entrance exam for these programmes.

  CUET PG 2026 was held from March 6 to 27, 2026. The result was declared on April 24, 2026.

  Courses Offered

  IIMC offers one-year PG Diploma programmes and two-year MA programmes.

  • PG Diploma in English Journalism
  • PG Diploma in Hindi Journalism
  • PG Diploma in Radio and TV Journalism
  • PG Diploma in Digital Media
  • PG Diploma in Advertising and Public Relations
  • MA in New Media Communications
  • MA in Media Business Studies
  • MA in Strategic Communication
  • MA in Health Communication
  • MA in Media and Communication Governance
  • MA in Corporate Communication and Brand Management

  Regional language PG Diplomas in Odia, Urdu, Marathi, and Malayalam Journalism are also available. These use a separate IIMC-conducted written test at regional campuses.

  Eligibility Criteria

  For CUET PG-based programmes, a Bachelor's degree in any subject from a UGC-recognised university is required. The minimum marks are 50% for General category and 45% for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD candidates.

  Final-year students can apply provisionally. There is no age limit for CUET PG-based programmes.

  For IIMC's own entrance test programmes (regional language PG Diplomas), the age limit is different.

  Category	Age Limit (as of August 1, 2026)
  General	25 years
  OBC	28 years
  SC/ST/PwD	30 years

  Exam Pattern

  CUET PG gives 90 minutes for 75 questions. This works out to about 72 seconds per question.

  Negative marking is applicable. Blind guessing on unknown questions is not advisable.

  Preparation Tips

  Solve previous year CUET PG Mass Communication and Journalism papers. They show the question format, topic weightage, and difficulty level.

  Take at least 3 to 5 full-length timed mock tests before the actual exam. This builds comfort with the computer-based test (CBT) format and reduces exam-day pressure.

  After each mock test, review every wrong answer. Identify weak areas and spend more time on them in the following weeks.

  Application Fee

  Candidates pay a counselling registration fee during the admission process.

  Category	Counselling Fee
  General	₹1,500
  Reserved Categories	₹1,000

  A seat acceptance fee of ₹20,000 is paid after receiving an allotment. A library fee of ₹5,000 (₹3,000 refundable) is collected at the time of admission.

  Programme Fee

  The total programme fee for IIMC PG Diploma courses ranges from around Rs. 1.28 lakhs to Rs. 2 lakhs for the full one-year programme. The amount depends on the specialisation and campus.

  For the latest fee structure, check the IIMC prospectus at iimc.gov.in.

  Cutoff Ranks

  The IIMC 2026 final cutoff ranks will be published on the official admissions portal. This will happen after all Round 3 formalities close on June 26, 2026.

  For reference, the 2025 General category closing ranks were as follows.

  Programme	Campus	Closing Rank
  PG Diploma in English Journalism	New Delhi	117–152
  MA New Media Communications	-	53–100

  The overall closing rank across all IIMC programmes and categories in 2025 was 5,201. MA New Media Communications was the most competitive programme.

  Seat Allotment and Counselling

  IIMC 2026 counselling is fully online at iimc.admissions.nic.in. Candidates register, pay the counselling fee, fill in course and campus preferences, and lock their choices.

  Seats are allotted in three rounds based on CUET PG rank and preference order. After receiving an allotment, the candidate pays ₹20,000 as a seat acceptance fee and completes document verification within that round's deadline.

  IIMC 2026 Round 3 (final) seat allotment was declared on June 23, 2026. This is the concluding allotment round for the 2026-27 admission cycle.

  Candidates allotted in Round 3 must complete all admission formalities — fee payment, document upload, and campus reporting — between June 23 and June 26, 2026. Missing this deadline will result in automatic cancellation of the allotted seat.

  FAQs

  What is the IIMC entrance exam 2026?

  For 2026, IIMC uses CUET PG as its main admission exam for PG Diploma and MA programmes. There is no separate IIMC entrance exam for these programmes.

  Only regional language programmes — Odia, Urdu, Marathi, and Malayalam Journalism — use a separate IIMC-conducted written test. This runs independently of the CUET PG cycle.

  Can I get into IIMC without appearing for CUET PG?

  No. Admission to any CUET PG-based IIMC programme requires a CUET PG score.

  The only exception is the four regional language PG Diploma programmes. These use IIMC's own written entrance test and do not require CUET PG.

  How many campuses does IIMC have?

  The source does not specify the number of IIMC campuses.

  IIMC Campuses and Admission Chances

  IIMC has six campuses across India. The main campus is in New Delhi and was established in 1965.

  The five regional campuses are:

  • Dhenkanal (Odisha, established 1994)
  • Aizawl (Mizoram)
  • Amravati (Maharashtra)
  • Kottayam (Kerala)
  • Jammu (J&K)

  The New Delhi campus offers the widest range of programmes. It also has the lowest closing ranks, which means it is the most competitive.

  Regional campus closing ranks are significantly higher. This makes them a realistic option for candidates with moderate CUET PG scores.

  IIMC 2026-27 Academic Session Start Date

  The IIMC 2026-27 academic session is expected to begin in August 2026. In 2025, classes across all IIMC campuses started in the third week of August.

  IIMC will communicate the exact start date to admitted students after the Round 3 admission formalities are complete. The academic calendar must also be finalised before the date is announced.

  Age Limit for IIMC CUET PG-Based Programmes

  There is no upper age limit for IIMC programmes admitted through CUET PG. This covers all five PG Diploma programmes and all six MA programmes.

  The PG Diploma programmes are:

  • English Journalism
  • Hindi Journalism
  • Radio & TV Journalism
  • Digital Media
  • Advertising & PR

  The age limit of 25 to 30 years (depending on category) applies only to regional language PG Diploma programmes. IIMC conducts its own entrance test for these programmes.

  Disclaimer

  The information on this page is based on official data from the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, NTA, and IIMC’s official admissions portal as of June 23, 2026. All dates and details are subject to change as per official notifications.

  Always verify the latest updates directly from iimc.gov.in and iimc.admissions.nic.in before taking any action related to your application or admission.

  IIMC Admission 2026: Key Facts

  For 2026, the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) uses the CUET PG exam, conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), as its main admission test for PG Diploma and MA programmes. There is no separate IIMC entrance exam for these programmes. CUET PG 2026 was held from March 6 to 27, 2026, and the result was declared on April 24, 2026.

  Only the regional language programmes in Odia, Urdu, Marathi, and Malayalam Journalism use a separate IIMC-conducted written test. This test runs independently of the CUET PG cycle.

  IIMC 2026 Cutoff Rank

  The IIMC 2026 final cutoff ranks will be published on the official admissions portal after all Round 3 formalities close on June 26, 2026. For reference, the 2025 General category closing rank for PG Diploma in English Journalism at IIMC New Delhi was 117-152.

  • MA New Media Communications closed at 53-100, the most competitive.
  • The overall closing rank across all IIMC programmes and categories in 2025 was 5,201.

  Eligibility Criteria

  For CUET PG-based IIMC programmes, a candidate needs a Bachelor's degree in any subject from a UGC-recognised university with at least 50% marks. Candidates with 45% marks from SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD categories are eligible. Final-year students can apply provisionally.

  There is no age limit for CUET PG-based programmes. For IIMC's own entrance test programmes, the age limit is different.

  Category	Age Limit (as of August 1, 2026)
  General	25 years
  OBC	28 years
  SC/ST/PwD	30 years

  IIMC 2026 Round 3 Seat Allotment

  IIMC 2026 Round 3, the final seat allotment round, was declared on June 23, 2026. This is the concluding allotment round for the 2026-27 admission cycle.

  Candidates allotted in Round 3 must complete all admission formalities between June 23 and June 26, 2026. These formalities include fee payment, document upload, and campus reporting. Missing this deadline will result in automatic cancellation of the allotted seat.

  Counselling Process

  IIMC 2026 counselling is fully online at iimc.admissions.nic.in. Candidates first register and pay a counselling fee, then fill in course and campus preferences, and lock their choices.

  Item	Amount
  Counselling fee for General category	Rs. 1,500
  Counselling fee for reserved categories	Rs. 1,000
  Seat acceptance fee	Rs. 20,000

  Seats are allotted in three rounds based on CUET PG rank and preference order. After receiving an allotment in any round, the candidate pays the seat acceptance fee and completes document verification within that round's deadline. Round 3 is the last regular allotment round; admission formalities close on June 26, 2026.

  Courses Offered

  IIMC offers one-year PG Diploma programmes in English Journalism, Hindi Journalism, Radio and TV Journalism, Digital Media, and Advertising and Public Relations. It also offers two-year MA programmes in New Media Communications, Media Business Studies, Strategic Communication, Health Communication, Media and Communication Governance, and Corporate Communication and Brand Management.

  Regional language PG Diplomas in Odia, Urdu, Marathi, and Malayalam Journalism are available through a separate IIMC entrance test at regional campuses.

  Admission Without CUET PG

  Admission to any CUET PG-based IIMC programme is not possible without a CUET PG score. This applies to PG Diploma in English Journalism, Hindi Journalism, Digital Media, Radio & TV Journalism, Advertising & PR, and all MA programmes.

  The only exception is the four regional language PG Diploma programmes in Odia, Urdu, Marathi, and Malayalam Journalism. These use IIMC's own written entrance test and do not require CUET PG.

  Programme Fees

  The total programme fee for IIMC PG Diploma courses ranges from around Rs. 1.28 lakhs to Rs. 2 lakhs for the full one-year programme. The exact amount depends on the specialisation and campus.

  • Counselling registration fee: Rs. 1,500 (General) or Rs. 1,000 (reserved categories), non-refundable.
  • Seat acceptance fee: Rs. 20,000, paid when confirming the allotted seat.
  • Library fee: Rs. 5,000, with Rs. 3,000 refundable, collected at the time of admission.

  For the latest fee structure, check the IIMC prospectus at iimc.gov.in.

  Campuses

  IIMC has six campuses across India. The main campus is in New Delhi, established in 1965.

  Campus	Location	Established
  New Delhi	Delhi	1965
  Dhenkanal	Odisha	1994
  Aizawl	Mizoram	-
  Amravati	Maharashtra	-
  Kottayam	Kerala	-
  Jammu	J&K	-

  The New Delhi campus offers the widest range of programmes and has the lowest, most competitive closing ranks. Regional campus closing ranks are significantly higher, making them a realistic option for candidates with moderate CUET PG scores.

  Academic Session Start

  The IIMC 2026-27 academic session is expected to begin in August 2026. In 2025, classes across all IIMC campuses started in the third week of August.

  IIMC will communicate the exact start date to admitted students after the Round 3 admission formalities are complete and the academic calendar is finalised.

  IIMC PG Programmes Covered by CUET PG

  CUET PG covers all five PG Diploma programmes and all six MA programmes at IIMC. The PG Diploma programmes are English Journalism, Hindi Journalism, Radio & TV Journalism, Digital Media, and Advertising & PR.

  The six MA programmes are also covered under CUET PG. Admission to these programmes is through the CUET PG score.

  Age Limit for Regional Language PG Diploma Programmes

  The age limit applies only to regional language PG Diploma programmes. For these programmes, IIMC conducts its own entrance test.

  The age limit varies from 25 to 30 years depending on the category. This condition does not apply to the PG Diploma and MA programmes covered under CUET PG.

  Programme Type	Admission Process	Age Limit
  PG Diploma (English Journalism, Hindi Journalism, Radio & TV Journalism, Digital Media, Advertising & PR)	CUET PG	Not applicable
  MA (all six programmes)	CUET PG	Not applicable
  Regional Language PG Diploma	IIMC own entrance test	25 to 30 years (depending on category)

• For CUET PG-based programmes (all PG Diploma and MA programmes), you need a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a UGC-recognised university.
• A minimum of 50% marks in graduation is required. SC, ST, OBC-NCL, and PwD candidates get a 5% relaxation, so 45% is the minimum for them.
• Final-year students can apply, but must submit their final degree or provisional certificate at the time of IIMC counselling. Provisional admission is confirmed only after submitting the certificate by September 30, 2026.
• There is no upper age limit for CUET PG-based IIMC programmes. Candidates of any age can apply.
• For IIMC’s own entrance test (regional language PG Diploma programmes in Odia, Urdu, Marathi, and Malayalam Journalism), you need a Bachelor’s degree from any recognised university in any subject.
• For regional language programmes, the age limit as of August 1, 2026 is: General category maximum 25 years, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) maximum 28 years, and SC, ST, and PwD maximum 30 years. You must also be proficient in the programme’s language.

1. Check your Round 3 seat allotment by logging in to iimc.admissions.nic.in with your registered credentials and downloading your allotment letter.
2. Pay the ₹20,000 seat acceptance fee online through the portal to confirm that you accept the allotted seat.
3. Pay the balance first-semester tuition fee (total first-semester amount minus the ₹20,000 already paid) by June 26, 2026.
4. Upload scanned copies of all required documents on the IIMC portal for verification before the deadline.
5. Visit your allotted IIMC campus in person with all original documents to complete physical verification and confirm your seat.

IIMC admissions for most programmes are based on the CUET PG 2026 exam, conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode by NTA. The qualifying paper for IIMC is Mass Communication and Journalism (COQP17).

• Mode of Exam: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
• Duration: 90 minutes
• Total Questions: 75 MCQs
• Total Marks: 300 marks (75 × 4)
• Correct Answer: +4 marks
• Wrong Answer: −1 mark (negative marking applies)
• Unattempted Question: 0 marks
• Question Type: MCQs only
• Medium: English and Hindi
• Paper Code: COQP17 — Mass Communication and Journalism
• Scoring Method: NTA normalises scores across shifts; final rank is percentile-based

NTA uses a normalisation process to equalise difficulty levels across different exam sessions. Your CUET PG rank — not raw score — is what IIMC uses for seat allotment. A lower rank number means a better score.

For the PG Diploma in Odia, Urdu, Marathi, and Malayalam Journalism, IIMC conducts a separate entrance test. This exam runs independently of the CUET PG cycle.

• Mode of Exam: Offline (Pen and Paper)
• Duration: 3 hours
• Total Marks: 100 marks
• Question Types: Objective MCQs + Descriptive / Short Answer / Essay
• Medium: Relevant regional language plus English or Hindi
• Additional Round: Personal Interview (for final selection)

The CUET PG 2026 Mass Communication and Journalism paper (COQP17) covers media theory, current affairs, journalism practice, and language skills. The main topic areas are:

• General Awareness and Current Affairs: Indian political and economic environment, international developments, Indian history and social science, science and technology, and sports and cultural affairs.
• Mass Media and Communication Theory: History of journalism in India, role of media in democracy, communication theories and models, media laws and ethics, and advertising and public relations.
• Digital and New Media: Online journalism trends, ICT in media, social media and algorithms, and misinformation and media literacy.
• Language and Writing Skills: English grammar, vocabulary, reading comprehension, and news writing basics like the inverted pyramid.

IIMC does not publish a score-based cutoff. The cutoff is the CUET PG rank of the last candidate allotted a seat in each round, programme, and category. A lower rank number means higher competition.

The final IIMC 2026 opening and closing ranks, after Round 3, will be published on the counselling portal after June 26, 2026. For planning, the table below shows IIMC Delhi’s 2025 closing ranks as a reference.

• PG Diploma in English Journalism (New Delhi): General closing rank 117–152; OBC-NCL 276–500; SC ~1,085.
• PG Diploma in Radio & TV Journalism (New Delhi): General closing rank ~164.
• PG Diploma in Advertising & PR (New Delhi): General closing rank ~111; OBC-NCL ~318.
• MA in New Media Communications (New Delhi): General closing rank 53–100; OBC-NCL ~318.
• PG Diploma in English Journalism (Dhenkanal): General closing rank 523–532.
• PG Diploma in Hindi Journalism (Amravati): General closing rank 885–1,284.
• Overall closing rank across all programmes and campuses: 5,201.

PG Diploma in English Journalism at New Delhi is extremely competitive. MA programmes at New Delhi, especially New Media Communications and Advertising & PR, have the lowest closing ranks and are the most competitive overall.

For IIMC 2026 admissions through the CUET PG route, there is no separate IIMC result. The National Testing Agency (NTA) declared the CUET PG 2026 result on April 24, 2026 at the official NTA CUET PG portal. This result is the direct basis for IIMC counselling and seat allotment.

To download your CUET PG 2026 scorecard, visit exams.nta.nic.in/cuet-pg and click on the result or scorecard download link. Enter your CUET PG 2026 application number and date of birth to log in. Download the scorecard in PDF format — it shows your raw score, normalised score, and national rank for each subject paper.

Keep multiple digital and printed copies of the scorecard. You need it for IIMC document verification and campus enrollment. CUET PG 2026 scorecards are available for download on the NTA portal for a limited period, so save yours immediately.

For regional language PG Diploma programmes (Odia, Urdu, Marathi, and Malayalam Journalism), IIMC declares a separate merit list on iimc.gov.in after the IIMC own entrance test. This list is independent of CUET PG and is based purely on performance in that test and personal interview.