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Post Graduate Diploma in Mass Communication 

  • Private Institute
  • Estd. 2005

Post Graduate Diploma in Mass Communication
 at 
India Today Media Institute 
Overview

Duration

22 months

Course Level

PG Diploma

Mode of Course

Full Time

Total Tuition Fees

5.15 Lakh

Official Website

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Seat breakup

30

Type of University

Private

Post Graduate Diploma in Mass Communication
 at 
India Today Media Institute 
Fees

Fee componentsAmount (22 months)
5.15 Lakh
5,000
5.20 Lakh
Info IconThese are based on information available on various sources. Latest values may differ.

Post Graduate Diploma in Mass Communication
 at 
India Today Media Institute 
Highlights

  • Program is designed to prepare students for M&E Industry and become not just journalists or producers but also marketing and advertising professionals.
  • Program offers Specializations in 3 areas: Journalism, Audio Visual production and Marketing Communication. Students can specialize in only one area, depending on the batch size.
  • Program has 2 mandatory Internships: One in the social sector of 45 days and second with India Today Group for 6 months.
  • Course designed to provide skills needed to navigate and succeed in this rapidly changing media and entertainment industry.
  • Combination of theoretical as well as practical classes, where students also acquire essential skills while developing conceptual foundations for creative inquiry.
  • By going from the classroom to the newsroom, student comes to understand the multifaceted and fast-paced journalism industry.
  • With industry leaders and experts from production, advertising and PR taking sessions/workshops and hands on training.
  • Assured six months internship with the India’s best known TV news network- Aaj Tak, India Today TV, Lallantop, social media wing, and marketing department as well as digital platforms of the India Today Group.
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Post Graduate Diploma in Mass Communication
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India Today Media Institute 
Placements

ParticularsStatistics (2022)
Highest SalaryINR 3.12 Lakh
Lowest SalaryINR 2.40 Lakh
% Batch placed100
Lock IconTop Recruiters for India Today Media Institute
Aaj Tak
ABP Group
ACCENTURE
Accenture
Amar Ujala
ANI
CNN iBN
DD News
Dentsu Aegis
India Today Group
Madison Media
Maverick
Mindshare
NDTV
network 18
News Nation
Prime Focus
Prime Focus
publicis
SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
Times Now
Webchutney
Zee News
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Post Graduate Diploma in Mass Communication
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India Today Media Institute 
 
Frequently Asked Questions

Q:   How much does PG Diploma at India Today Media Institute - ITMI cost?

A: 

Students can check PG Diploma total tuition fees from the table presented below:

CourseTotal Tuition FeeCourse Duration
PG DiplomaINR 3.31 lakh11 months
PG DiplomaINR 5.15 lakh22 months

This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change.

Q:   Is it worth pursuing PG Diploma at India Today Media Institute?

A: 
{Source: PG Diploma students & alumni}

Pros:

* High placement rate: Around 80-100% of students get placed, with a average salary package ranging from INR2.4 LPA to INR4.8 LPA.
* Strong industry connections: India Today Group and other prominent media companies visit the campus for recruitment.
* Experienced faculty: Teachers come from the industry and have years of experience, sharing their expertise to make students industry-ready.
* Practical exposure: Students get hands-on experience through internships, industry visits, and anchoring practice.
* Well-equipped infrastructure: State-of-the-art facilities, including a studio, computer lab, library, and medical facilities.

Cons:

* Limited availability of certain amenities: No hostel facility is provided, although PG accommodations are arranged.
* Some students reported mixed experiences with faculty members.
* Course duration and structure may vary depending on the specialization.

Overall, while there may be some drawbacks, the India Today Media Institute seems to offer a valuable educational experience for those interested in pursuing a career in media and journalism. With a strong focus on practical training and industry connections, the institute appears to be a worthwhile investment for those seeking a rewarding career in the field.
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Q:   How can I get admission at India Today Media Institute PG Diploma course?

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India Today Media Institute admissions 2024 for PG Diploma programme are now open. In order to take admission to the programme, candidates must meet India Today Media Institute admission criteria. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree with at least 45% aggregate in the respective discipline or equivalent qualification from a recognised university. The maximum age limit to take admission in the course is 30 years on the date of admission. Candidates with a strong hold on English/ Hindi language may be preferred during the time of admission. 

India Today Media Institute course admission is made through ITMI Admission Test, Group Discussion and Interview followed by a written essay/ letter (may be written in Hindi or English for the Broadcast programme) on a topic which will be given on the spot.

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Q:   Is India Today Media Institute admission open?

A: 

Yes, India Today Media Institute admissions for 2025 are now open for the PG Diploma programs. The candidates may get registered online or apply offline by collecting the application form from the official website. Admissions are entrance-based and involve the ITMI Admission Test, GD, and Personal Interview. So, complete the process before the defined deadline.

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Q:   What is the eligibility for ITMI?

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To be eligible for ITMI, a candidate should hold a Bachelor's degree with at least 45% aggregate marks from a recognised university. Applicants must not be older than 30 years of age at the time of admission and should have completed 15 years of formal education under the 10+2+3 system. It means eligibility will ensure an academic basis for the programs in the institute. To get further details, refer to the admission page of ITMI.

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Post Graduate Diploma in Mass Communication
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India Today Media Institute 
Entry Requirements

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Post Graduate Diploma in Mass Communication
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Admission Process

  • Register and Apply
  • Entrance Test
  • Written Test
  • Group Discussion & Personal Interview (GDPI)
  • Final Selection

Important Dates

Mar 29, 2025
(Offline & Online Home Based) Entrance exam

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Students Ratings & Reviews

4.3/5
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Placement Review IconPlacements4.2
Infrastructure Review IconInfrastructure4.2
Faculty Review IconFaculty & Course4.8
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Post Graduate Diploma in Mass Communication - Batch of 2022
Offered by India Today Media Institute
4.4
4Placements4Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money
Studying at ITMI is like a dream coming true for me.
Placements: The placement rate of our college is very high. Many students were placed from our senior batch with a good salary package. Students got placed in esteemed organisations like Mobile Tak, Chutney, Aaj Tak, India Today Group and many more. There are internship opportunities throughout the course that helps students gain experience.
Infrastructure: Our campus has maintained neat classrooms with projectors for lecture sessions. Classrooms and labs have centralised air-conditioners with a great learning environment. Good quality food is served in our college mess. The library is equipped with the latest edition books and PDF versions also. Extracurricular activities are also available for every student to pursue their interests. Our college has a tie-up with PGs for both boys and girls that provide all the required necessities.
Faculty: Teachers of every department are very supportive and well educated in their respective fields. They make students comfortable with them, which makes it easy for us to discuss any problem. A great deal of importance and focus is given to studies and the overall growth of students. We frequently have webinars with esteemed personalities also. Assignments are provided based on practical knowledge, so they contain theoretical as well as practical aspects of the subjects.
Other: I have chosen to pursue mass communication because this programme is eligible for many different types of opportunities like radio, PR, journalism, filmmaking, scriptwriting and many more. It offers me to explore my area of interest. I suggest that if any student is interested in making their career in the media industry, ITMI is the right platform to opt for.
Reviewed on 29 Jul 2021Read More
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Shyamendra pratap SinghVerified Icon
Post Graduate Diploma in Mass Communication - Batch of 2021
Offered by India Today Media Institute
4.25
4Placements4Infrastructure5Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life
Our college is the best place to study media courses.
Placements: Mostly every student of the two-years mass communication gets placed. Including our course, the average salary package offered ranges from 3 LPA to 5 LPA. The top recruiting companies of our college are ITG, Group M and Lintas. Almost 100% of the students got internships in ITG company.
Infrastructure: Medical facilities are available with insurance of up to 1 lac being covered. The world-class studio setup is provided with equipment that is market-oriented. Even computer labs of our campus are fully equipped Canteens are decent with good food served and various food items are also available.
Faculty: Teachers in our college are quite qualified and knowledgeable. The teaching quality is good because they have a much practical oriented approach. Faculty members are industry experts and. They know the industry requirements to make the student industry-ready.
Other: I opted for this course because it is dynamic and teaches every aspect of basic marketing, advertising, journalism, and CSR.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2020Read More
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Post Graduate Diploma in Mass Communication - Batch of 2020
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3.75
4Placements4Infrastructure4Faculty3Crowd & Campus Life
Review of India Today Media Institute - ITMI.
Placements: Almost 100% of the students from our course got placed. The highest salary offered ranges between 4.5-5 LPA. Various companies visit our college for placements. The highest salary package offered is 2.5 LPA by mass communication. Almost 100% of the students get an internship from our college in various organisation in different sectors.
Infrastructure: The college provides hi-tech facilities. The infrastructure of the building, course as well all department are superb. Facilities like Wi-Fi, labs and classroom are hi-tech and clean. Benches are superb. Classrooms are equipped with a projector, led TV with the centralised air-conditioned facility. The college does not provide hostel facility. They have a tie-up with different PGs for both boys and girl. Food served in the PGs is very good.
Faculty: Teachers in our college are highly qualified and knowledgeable in their own sector. Their teaching quality is very good. You will get a great experience with them and to know about the industry. The course curriculum is relevant, and it makes the students industry-ready with different expert.
Other: I have chosen this course because I have done my graduation in BJMC, and then I took admission in this college to make my self more expert. I wish the college should provide more study material as a book of a good expert in the industry.
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Offered by India Today Media Institute
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A good media institute to study, gives you ample opportunities to shine.
Placements: 80%, companies like, India Today Group, Group M, and many more come for the placements. There is a 6 months internship process that is mandatory after which we can go for placements through interview and tests. Multiple rounds are conducted to get your dream job.
Infrastructure: It is good, it has all the facilities like, medical, Wi-Fi, labs, classroom, sports and games facilities. It has no hostel facility but has a PG accommodation advisory board that can help you for relocating to the new city. Tha campus has a good cafeteria.
Faculty: Teachers are very helpful, course is divided according to the assignments and attendance. Equal weightage is given to all the aspects be it, education, attendance or extra-curricular activities. Clubs like. Photography and events clubs are active and a chance to stand out from the crowd.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2020Read More
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4.25
4Placements4Infrastructure5Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life
Less theoretical and more practical curriculum.
Placements: The placement opportunities depends on every individual's performance. The 6 months internship is guaranteed. Few of the top recruiters are ITG itself and M Group. Most of the guest lecturers are the recruiters. The highest package last year was of 5 Lacs p. a.
Infrastructure: The whole campus is under CCTV surveillance. The students can access the computer lab whenever they want. Library has a wide range of magazines and different types of books related to the academics. The cafeteria is very hygienic and so is the food served. The institute doesn't have any hostel facilities but they do recommend PG.
Faculty: The teachers are very patient and guide the students throughout. Most of the teachers are from the industry itself and are recruiters. The course curriculum is more practical and less theoretical. Students are pushed out of their comfort zones which makes them industry ready.
Other: 1. I chose this course for brushing up my communication skills and to explore the industry deeper. 2. The timings sometimes becomes very hectic.
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Post Graduate Diploma in Mass Communication
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Students also asked

Q:   Can students get selected at India Today Media Institute - ITMI with graduation range of 60-70 percentage?

A: 

Students with more than 60-70% graduation score can be considered at India Today Media Institute as the institute focuses more on the overall merit of the students than their marks. There is a merit list based upon their ITMIT Admission Test scoring 100, group discussion 20, personal interview 30, academic record scoring 30, and extra curricular. Graduation scores account for only 10 marks, so the high score in other areas will improve the chances of admission. A minimum of 45% graduation is enough for applying.

Q:   What is the admission process for India Today Media Institute?

A: 

India Today Media Institute has started releasing admission for 2025 for PG Diploma courses. Eligible candidates can apply online or offline mode after registration at the institute's website by paying a registration fee of INR 1,200. Furthermore, the applicants need to face the ITMI Admission Test, group discussion, personal interview, and write an essay to complete the selection procedure. An admission confirmation letter is provided to the shortlisted candidates and required to attend the orientation program, bringing all the documents like academic certificates and ID proof.

Q:   Does India Today Media Institute - ITMI accept XAT score?

A: 

India Today Media Institute (ITMI) does not accept XAT scores. Instead, it conducts its own Admission Test, followed by group discussions, personal interviews, and essay writing. Candidates can apply online and pay the application fee of INR 1,200 and then go through the detailed application process. Applicants may reach out to the admissions office via email or phone for further assistance.

Q:   What documents must candidates carry for the India Today Media Institute (ITMI) entrance exam?

A: 

Candidates must bring self-attested copies of Class 10, Class 12, and Graduation mark sheets, recent passport-size photographs, and a valid photo ID (e.g., college ID, PAN card, passport, or driving license). They should also carry photocopies of certificates for achievements in academics, sports, or extracurricular activities. The completed ITMI application form is mandatory for admission.

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Q:   What are the different PG Diploma specialisations offered at ITMI Noida?

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India Today Media Institute offers the PG Diploma programme in five different specialisations. The list of these specialisations is given below:

  • PG Diploma in Digital Media and Communication
  • PG Diploma in Broadcast Journalism
  • PG Diploma in Media and Entertainment Management 
  • PG Diploma in Mass Communication
  • PG Diploma in Visual Communication and Digital Infographics 
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Post Graduate Diploma in Mass Communication
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Answered 4 years ago

As per the information available on ITMI website, the admission are opens for PG diploma mass communication course and the entrance exam is scheduled to be held on 13.06.2020. hence apply immediately by using the following website as under. https://www.indiatoday.in/itmi/

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pradeep kumar

Scholar-Level 18

Answered 5 years ago

Yes, You can apply to ITMI, visit our website for more info.

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TVTODAY.GROUP

Beginner-Level 5

Answered 5 years ago

Dear Anjali, We have our last entrance test on July 13, 2019. We don't offer direct admissions.

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TVTODAY.GROUP

Beginner-Level 5

Answered 5 years ago

You can wait for some time, if the institute is available for conducting more entrance exam for the admission. Then, you can able to apply online in it. Thank you. Best of luck.

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Ishu Aggarwal

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 5 years ago

During the time of interview, English will matter more. But, if you are creative and have good knowledge, then English will not matter much. Hope, you will get the admission.

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Aman Kumar

Guide-Level 12

Answered 5 years ago

India Today Media Institute offers only Post Grad. Programmes as on date.

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TVTODAY.GROUP

Beginner-Level 5

Answered 5 years ago

Some requirements and eligibility criteria is always available in order to get the loan. Every bank is having their different formalities to be fulfilled. Just visit the branch. Check the requirements and then finalize.

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