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IIMC Jammu PG Diploma Courses & Fees 2025: Eligibility, Seats, Admission Process

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IIMC Jammu PG Diploma Eligibility & Highlights 2025

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  • CUET-PG
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    Total Tuition Fees 87K - 2L
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    Q:   Is PD Diploma available at IIMC Jammu?

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    Yes, IIMC Jammu offers a one-year PG Diploma in three specialisations. Admission to these PG Diploma courses is based on the CUET PG scores of the applicants. Eligible aspirants must visit the official IIMC website to apply for admission. The PG Diploma courses available at IIMC Jammu as listed below:

    • PG Diploma in Journalism (Hindi)
    • PG Diploma in Journalism (English)
    • PG Diploma in Digital Media
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    Q:   How do I know if I am eligible for PG Diploma admission at IIMC Jammu?

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    To be eligible for IIMC Jammu PG Diploma admission, aspirants must fulfil the below-given eligibility criteria:

    • Applicants must have completed their Bachelor's degree in any discipline
    • Candidates currently appearing for or awaiting the results of the final examinations of their Bachelor's degree are eligible to apply for provisional admission. Their admission will be confirmed only if they submit the required documents/certificates proving their eligibility on or before September 30, 2025
    • The maximum age of candidates as of Aug 1 of the year of admission must be 25 years for the General category, 28 years for the OBC category and 30 years for the SC/ST/PWD category.
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    Q:   What is the total fee of PG Diploma at Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) Jammu?

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    The total fee for Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) Jammu PG Diploma depends on the specialisations chosen by the candidates. IIMC Jammu offers three PG Diploma specialisations. The specialisation-wise IIMC Jammu PG Diploma fees are given below:

    • PG Diploma in Journalism (Hindi) - INR 95,500
    • PG Diploma in Journalism (English) - INR 95,500
    • PG Diploma in Digital Media - INR 2.09 Lakh

    NOTE: The mentioned fee is sourced from the official website of the institute/sanctioning body. It is still subject to change and hence, is indicative.

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    Q:   What entrance exam scores does IIMC Jammu accept for admission to PG Diploma?

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    IIMC Jammu offers a three PG Diploma courses. CUET PG is the accepted entrance exam for these courses. CUET PG is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). Candidates willing to pursue a PG Diploma at IIMC Jammu must apply and appear for the CUET-PG in “Mass Communication and Journalism (COQP17)” by visiting the official NTA website. After the entrance exam, aspirants must participate in the institute-level counselling, followed by the centralised IIMC registration process.

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    IIMC Jammu PG Diploma Admission Dates 2025

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    Q:   When will the IIMC Jammu PG Diploma application process start?

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    IIMC Jammu PG Diploma admission process starts with the application process of CUET PG as it is the accepted entrance exam for PG Diploma admissions. CUET PG application form 2025 released on January 2, 2025. Aspirants must visit the official NTA website to register for the exam. The exam will be conducted between March 13 and 31, 2025 (tentative). The exact dates for the IIMC Entrance Exam (CUET-PG Mass Communication paper) will be announced later.  

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    Q:   What is the last date to apply for IIMC Jammu PG Diploma entrance exam?

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    CUET PG is the accepted entrance exam for admission to the PG Diploma courses of IIMC Jammu. The last date to apply for CUET PG is February 1, 2025 (tentative). Aspirants can fill out the application form tilll 11:50 pm on the said date.  Additionally, applicants are also required to apply separately through the official IIMC website. The application deadline for the same is expected to be released soon by the institute on its official website.

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    IIMC Jammu PG Diploma Seats 2025

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    Q:   How many PG Diploma seats are available at Indian Institute of Mass Communication, Jammu?

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    The total number of Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) Jammu PG Diploma seats is 90. This number is cumulative of the seats available for the PG Diploma specialisations offered the institute. IIMC Jammu offers three specialisations under the PG Diploma course. The distribution of the total PG Diploma seats over the available specialisations is presented in the table below:

    CoursesSeats
    PG Diploma in English Journalism30
    Post Graduate Diploma in Digital Media30
    Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism (Hindi)30
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    Q:   Does IIMC Jammu reserve PG Diploma seats for SC/ST candidates?

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    Yes, IIMC Jammu reserves seats for candidates belonging to the SC, ST, OBC (NCL) and EWS categories. Across each reservation category, 5% of the seats are reserved for the candidates with a disability of 40% or more. The exact IIMC Jammu seat reservation policy is presented in the table below:

    Reservation Category

    Reservation (% of total seats)

    Scheduled Castes (SC) Category

    15%

    Scheduled Tribes (ST) Category

    7.5%

    Other Backward Classes (OBC) Category -Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) (as per the Central List)

    27%

    Economically Weaker Sections (EWS)

    Category

    10%

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    IIMC Jammu PG Diploma Scholarships 2025

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    Q:   Can I avail of any scholarship while pursuing PG Diploma at IIMC Jammu?

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    Yes, IIMC Jammu offers merit-based scholarships and merit-cum-means freeships to provide financial support to needy and deserving students. The scholarships available for IIMC Jammu PG Diploma students are tabulated below:

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    Rati Aggarwal Scholarship

    Awarded to a meritorious female student from PGD in Journalism (Hindi), based on her performance in the Entrance Exam

    Jaswinder Singh Memorial Scholarship

    Awarded to a meritorious student from PGD in Journalism (Hindi)

     

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    IIMC Jammu PG Diploma FAQs 2025

    Q:   What are the career prospects of pursuing PG Diploma at IIMC Jammu?

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    IIMC Jammu is a well-known institute offering PG Diploma courses in Journalism and Digital Media. These courses prepare students to build a career in the fileds of Digital Media and Mass Communication. Some jobs that PG Diploma holders of IIMC Jammu can take up are Online/ Offline Journalist, Digital Media Manager, Editor, Social Media Coordinator, Researcher and Educator. They can pursue add-on courses to enhance their knowldege and demand in the job market. 

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    Q:   Is IIMC Jammu good for PG Diploma?

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    Hi Nishar,  

    Among all the IIMC campuses, IIMC Delhi is the best for a PG Diploma. However, Indian Institute of Mass Communication, Jammu is of a decent reputation as well. The institute is new compared to other IIMCs but is the best in the North-most India. Life at IIMC Jammu is quite diverse and dynamic. IIMC Jammu attracts students from across the country, leading to a rich cultural exchange and opportunities to learn from different perspectives.

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    Q:   How are PG Diploma placements at IIMC Jammu?

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    The IIMC Jammu Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) programme has a high placement rate. To help in the placement process, the institute maintains an in-house placement cell that interacts closely with recruiters and students. The placement cell arranges a range of events, including industrial tasks, seminars, and workshops, to get students ready for the business world.

    With the top package for the most recent batch being INR 64 lacs per year and the average package being INR 16.5 lacs per year, IIM Jammu boasts a 100% placement record for MBA students. ICICI Bank, Accenture, Aditya Birla Group, Cognizant, Capgemini, and ICICI Bank were among the top employers. The placements took place across a number of industries, including energy, general management, consulting, IT & analytics, logistics & e-commerce, and sales & marketing. 

    Students at the institute are successfully placed in part because of their demanding curriculum and excellent industry relationships. Furthermore, the alumni network and faculty members are helpful in helping students make connections with possible companies.

    Internships are also encouraged for students, as they frequently lead to full-time jobs after graduation. The career services division at the institute assists students in finding internships that fit with the goals they have for their careers.

    All things considered, IIMC Jammu's PGDM placements seem promising, giving students lots of chances to start their professional careers in prestigious companies. The institute is a desirable option for management education because of its dedication to both academic achievement and industry participation, which is shown by its high placement results.

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    Q:   Can a PG Diploma student avail hostel facility at IIMC Jammu?

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    Yes, IIMC Jammu provides hostel facilities to PG Diploma students. However, there are limited rooms available at the hostel campus. Double occupancy rooms and mess facilities are available for boys and girls. A common room and Wi-Fi facilities are provided at the hostels. Candidates seeking accomodation will have to pay additional hostel charges.

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