Indian Institute of Mass Communication Aizawl Answered Questions

PG Diplomas from IIMC, be it PG Diploma in Radio and TV Journalism or be it PG Diploma in Hindi/English/Urdu Journalism are one of the best anywhere in India. They are entirely job-oriented and the placement is very good and satisfied (except Urdu journalism). There are a numerous alumni working in prestigious media houses including BBC.If you are interested in Mass Communication or Radio/TV Journalism, go for it.

Yes, IIMC Aizawl accepts CUET PG scores. An entrance exam at the all-Indian level called the Central University Entrance Test (Postgraduate), or CUET PG, is established for admission to postgraduate studies in Central and participating Universities. Candidates from all over the nation, particularly those from the Northeast and other remote and rural areas, will have equitable access to a shared platform and chances through the shared University Entrance Test (CUET), which will also provide improved connections with universities. The candidates will be able to have a wide outreach and participate in the admissions process to many Central Universities with just one examination.

The Institute is housed in temporary premises provided by the Aizawl University and runs the PG DIPLOMA IN JOURNALISM (ENGLISH) at present. Eight acres of land has also been made available to the IIMC by Mizoram University (MZU) within its Aizwal Campus, where a permanent campus for IIMC will come up. 

A general information on both colleges will be helpful to reach a conclusion. On August 8, 2011, the Indian Institute of Mass Communication Aizawl, or IIMC Aizawl, was officially opened as the East Regional Centre of IIMC. Numerous international, national, and regional news agencies, including Reuters, WION, PTI, The Times of India, The Indian Express, Mathrubhumi, and Malayala Manorama, employ IIMC Aizawl students. IIMC Aizawl currently provides two courses. One of the most well-known journalism schools in the nation is the Asian College of Journalism (ACJ). The Indian Express Group founded it in 1994 under the name Asian College of Journalism, Bangalore. Sashi Kumar assumed control of it in 2000, and the campus was moved to Taramani, Chennai. In addition to providing a post-graduate diploma, the college specialises in print, radio, television, and new media. 

Admittance to IIMC Aizwal may be considered upon a CUET PG score of 75 percentile. The qualifying cutoff will be announced by NTA, however the participating institutes will publish separate cutoffs for each curriculum they provide. An entrance exam at the all-Indian level called the Central University Entrance Test (Postgraduate), or CUET PG, will be conducted for admission to postgraduate studies in Central and participating Universities. Candidates from all over the nation, particularly those from the Northeast and other remote and rural areas, will have equitable access to a shared platform and chances through the shared University Entrance Test (CUET), which will also provide improved connections with universities.

Surely it is a ton of good.But, when it comes to working in industry. IIMC PG Diploma gets an edge. Normally you don't get placements from your college/university after completing your Masters degree in journalism. But, IIMC provides with 100% placement.

The fee structure of both IIMC Aizawl and Asian College of Journalism are mentioned belowIIMC offers two PG Diploma courses including PG Diploma in Journalism and PG Diploma in Digital Media. The fee structure of the courses are as followsPost Graduate Diploma in Journalism (English) - INR 87 KPost Graduate Diploma in Digital Media - INR 2 LAsian College of Journalism also offers two PG Diploma courses and the fee structure are of both the courses are given below Postgraduate Diploma in Integrated Multimedia Journalism - INR 4.6 LPostgraduate Diploma in Business and Financial Journalism - INR 7.08 L

Merit-based admissions to postgraduate Diploma programmes are made based on a candidate's performance on the entrance exam or qualifying degree examination scores. Students must have graduated from an institution recognised by the UGC with a minimum cumulative grade of 45–50% for the unreserved category and 40–45% for the reserved category in order to be eligible, though there may be additional requirements unique to the institution. A candidate must score at least 300–400 on the CUET to be considered for admission, even though there are no established minimum or maximum values. The expected CUET PG cut-off for the general category in 2024 is between 230 and 240. Similarly, the expected cut-off for OBC candidates is set between 220-230.

IIMC Aizwal has not yet released any formal details on the compensation packages and placement offers. IIMCs often offer packages at around INR 3 LPA. IIMC Aizawl students work for numerous national, international, and local news organisations, such as Reuters, WION, PTI, The Times of India, The Indian Express, Mathrubhumi, and Malayala Manorama. On the other hand, the Asian College of Journalism's official website reports that, as of Asian College of Journalism placements 2023, the college records a 100% placement rate both on and off campus. Reuters, The Economic Times, Network 18, India Today Group, Mint, Mergermarket, and other prominent companies were among the recruiters at ACJ college campus during the 2023 placement campaign.

IIMC Aizawl offers two post graduation courses in two specializations The specializations are PG Diploma in English and Digital Media. The fee bracket for PG courses at IIMC Aizawl ranges from INR 87K to INR 2Lakhs. For a detailed, fee analysis, you can refer to the website mentioned below:PG Diploma at IIMC Aizawl: Courses & Fees 2024 (shiksha.com)