Extracted Data Points

  • The e-counselling process for admission to six MA and four PG Diploma programmes at the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) has begun.
  • Admissions to all programmes shall be done through an e-Counselling process only.
  • Registrations can be done at https://iimc.admissions.nic.in/.
  • The last date to register for e-Counselling is June 7, 2026.
  • The first allotment will be declared on June 9, 2026.
  • Three new MA programmes introduced: MA in Health Communication, MA in Media and Communication Governance, and MA in Corporate Communication and Brand Management.
  • IIMC now offers six MA programmes across its six campuses: New Delhi, Dhenkanal, Aizawl, Amravati, Jammu, and Kottayam.
  • Four PG Diploma programmes on offer: PG Diplomas in English, Hindi, Radio and Television Journalism, and Advertising and Public Relations.
  • Eligibility for MA programmes: Indian nationals holding a Bachelor’s degree with at least 55% marks and a valid CUET-PG score in Mass Communication and Journalism (COQP17).
  • Eligibility for PG Diploma programmes: Graduates with a valid CUET-PG score in Mass Communication and Journalism (COQP17).
  • Upper age limit for PG Diploma admissions: 25 years for General category candidates, 28 years for OBC candidates, and 30 years for SC/ST/PwD candidates as on August 1, 2026.
  • Seat acceptance fee: Rs. 20,000 to confirm admission.
  • Required documents for verification: High school certificate for Date of Birth and final graduation mark sheet.
  • Candidates awaiting graduation final results must submit required documents within a stipulated date and time.
  • Reserved category candidates unable to submit caste certificate at admission may provide an undertaking and submit the certificate within a stipulated period.
  • For queries: admissions@iimc.gov.in