Master of Arts in Mass Communication (MA JMC/MJMC) at GGSIPU
At Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU), the postgraduate program in media is officially titled MA (Mass Communication). It is one of the most sought-after PG media courses in Delhi due to its blend of technical training and academic research.
1. Vital Statistics (2026 Session)
Course Code: 106
Duration: 2 Years (4 Semesters)
Primary Campus: University School of Mass Communication (USMC), Dwarka Sector 16-C.
Total Seats: Approximately 60 at the main campus (USMC).
2. Eligibility & Admission Process
To secure a seat, you must meet the following criteria for the 2026-27 session:
Academic: Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university with at least 50% aggregate marks.
Entrance Exam: 1. IPU CET (Code 106): This is the primary gateway. The exam for 2026 is scheduled between April 25 and May 17, 2026. 2. CUET-PG: GGSIPU also considers CUET-PG scores, but only for seats that remain vacant after the IPU CET counseling rounds.
3. The Entrance Exam Pattern (CET 106)
The exam is an objective-type test designed to evaluate your media aptitude.
Mode: Offline (OMR-based) / Computer-Based (CBT) as notified.
Duration: 2.5 Hours.
Total Questions: 100 MCQs.
Marking Scheme: +4 for correct answers; -1 for incorrect answers.
Syllabus Weightage:
Communication Skills (English): 30%
Current Affairs & General Awareness: 20%
Mass Media (Print, TV, Radio, Film, New Media): 30%
Reasoning & Mental Ability: 20%
4. Fee Structure (USS - Dwarka Campus)
For the 2026-27 academic year, the fees at the University School of Studies (USS) have seen a scheduled increment:
First Year Fee: Approximately ₹1,32,000.
Total Course Fee: Approximately ₹2,72,000 (Academic fee only).
Hostel Fees: Roughly ₹78,000 per annum (if opted).
Note: Fees at affiliated private colleges (like MSI or VIPS) may vary based on the State Fee Regulatory Committee.
5. Specializations Offered
In the second year (final two semesters), students at USMC can choose from four distinct tracks:
Journalism: Hard news reporting, investigative journalism, and newsroom management.
Video Production: Filmmaking, TV news production, and cinematography.
Advertising & Corporate Communication: PR, brand management, and marketing communications.
New Media: Digital storytelling, social media management, and web journalism.
6. Top Affiliated Colleges
While the Dwarka campus (USMC) is the top priority, several affiliated colleges are highly reputed for media studies:
VIPS (Vivekananda Institute of Professional Studies)
MSI (Maharaja Surajmal Institute)
JIMS (Jagannath Institute of Management Sciences)
TIPS (Trinity Institute of Professional Studies)
Important Dates for 2026
Registration Deadline: Extended up to April 11, 2026.
CET Exam Date: April 25 – May 17, 2026.
Results: Expected by June 9, 2026.
Counselling: Tentatively begins from late May to June 20, 2026.
Pro-Tip: Focus heavily on the Mass Media section of the CET. Unlike general PG entrances, GGSIPU expects you to know specific media history (e.g., first newspaper in India) and current media conglomerates.
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