On June 30, 2026, the National Institute of Mass Communication and Journalism (NIMCJ) in Ahmedabad announced that it has been placed among India’s Top 10 Best Emerging Colleges in Journalism & Mass Communication in the India Today‑MDRA Best Colleges Survey 2026. The institute is the only college from Gujarat to achieve this distinction and the sole Gujarat University‑affiliated institution offering a four‑year BAJMC (Honours) programme. The ranking, which evaluates academic excellence, infrastructure, governance, placements, industry interface, student outcomes and overall reputation, underscores NIMCJ’s sustained focus on blending theoretical knowledge with practical media training through modern laboratories, professional workshops, senior journalist interactions and exposure to emerging communication technologies. Over the past eight years, NIMCJ has consistently earned national recognition in best‑college rankings, building a reputation for quality education, experienced faculty and strong industry exposure that prepares students for careers in journalism, digital media, advertising, public relations and communication. Its alumni are presently employed across leading newspapers, television channels, digital media firms, PR agencies and corporate communication departments in India and abroad. Admissions for the 2026‑27 academic session are now open for both the BAJMC (Honours) and MAJMC programmes, with prospective students urged to complete the process promptly as seats are expected to fill quickly. Interested candidates can obtain further information by visiting www.nimcj.org or contacting 90234 34379 / 76000 68443. (Disclaimer: The press release is provided under an arrangement with PNN; PTI assumes no editorial responsibility.)