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IIMC Delhi PG Diploma Courses & Fees 2025: Dates, Eligibility & Selection, Application

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IIMC Delhi PG Diploma Eligibility & Highlights 2025

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Q:   Who is eligible for IIMC Delhi PG Diploma course?

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For admission to a IIMC New Delhi PG Diploma course, candidate should have passed bachelor's degree programme from a recognised university. In addition, the aspirants appearing for the final year examinations can also apply. However, the admission is then offered on provisional basis and is confirmed only after the submission of the pass certificates. The certificate must be submitted by Sep 30 of the admission year. Moreover, the candidates age should not be more than 25 years as of Aug 1 (30 years for SC/ST/PWD category candidates).

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Q:   What is the IIMC Delhi selection criteria for PG Diploma courses?

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IIMC Delhi PG Diploma admission is based on CUET-PG score. Shortlisted candidates further have to go through a centralised counselling process. After the provisional admission during counselling, a centralised registration process is carried out by IIMC Delhi for document verification. In this round, the selected students have to present a printout of the NIC form filled during counselling with the ink signature of their parents for final admission.

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Q:   What is the fee for IIMC Delhi PG Diploma?

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The total course fee includes multiple components such as tuition fee, library fee, and students welfare fund. IIMC PG Diploma fee is mentioned in the table given below:

PG Diploma Specialisation

Tuition Fee

Journalism (English)

INR 87,000

Journalism (Hindi)

INR 55,500

Advertising & PR

INR 1.23 lakh

Radio & TV Journalism

INR 1.6 lakh

Digital Media

INR 2 lakh

NOTE: This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change. Hence, is indicative.

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Q:   Where can I get question paper of IIMC, Delhi for PG Diploma?

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Admission to IIMC Delhi PG Diploma and MA courses is now through CUET-PG conducted by NTA. Hence, students need to prepare as per the syllabus of this national-level examination. The question paper consists of 100 questions and the question paper is divided into two parts. Part A consist of 25 questions on Language Comprehension/Verbal Ability and Part B consists of 75 domain-specific questions. For CUET-PG Question Paper, Click Here.

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IIMC Delhi PG Diploma Admission Dates 2025

DatesPast Events
4 Sep '23
PG Diploma Classes commencement (Tentative)
29 Aug '23 - 31 Aug '23
PG Diploma R3 Online Willingness (Freeze/Float) option submission/Document upload/Seat Acceptance/Fee payment/Seat withdrawal
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Q:   What is the last date to apply for IIMC Delhi PG Diploma course?

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The institute may release its application form in Mar/Apr following the result announcement of CUET-PG. Its in-house application window generally closes by May as per the past years' dates. Candidates must know the important dates to submit their application timely and secure admission. CUET PG 2025 application form is further expected to be released in Dec 2024.

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Q:   When is the CUET PG 2025 exam notification releasing?

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CUET PG exam is being conducted by NTA, national testing agency every year. For the academic session 2025-2026, CUET PG exam schedule is yet to be released by the examination body. 

Following the previous year's trend, it is anticipated that CUET PG 2025 exam schedule will be released in the fourth week of October 2024 on the NTA and CUET PG 2025 official website. If the exam officials decide to conduct the CUET PG 2025 exam in the month of March 2025, then there is high probability of releasing the exam schedule in this month.

But if the CUET PG 2025 exam will be conducted in June 2025, then NTA might release the CUET PG 2025 exam schedule in the month of December 2024. 

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IIMC Delhi PG Diploma Cutoff

Cut Off 2023 for IIMC Entrance Exam: Year-Wise rankAccordion Icon V3
IIMC Entrance Exam Last Round Closing Rank (General-All India)
Course202220232024
Post Graduate Diploma in Hindi Journalism256370364
Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism (English)150127144
Post Graduate Diploma in Advertising and Public Relations44232105
Post Graduate Diploma in Radio and TV Journalism136257203
PG Diploma in Digital Media7731385224
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Q:   What is the IIMC Delhi cutoff for PG Diploma in Advertising and Public Relations?

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IIMC Delhi cutoff list is prepared as per the applicant's scores in CUET-PG. In 2024, the last round closing rank (General All-India) was most competitive for the PG Diploma in Advertising and Public Relations. The closing rank for this specialisation was 105. It was more competitive in comparison to the 2023 closing rank of 232. Students who meet the cutoff can participate in counselling and are allotted seats by the authority.

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Q:   How to check the IIMC Delhi merit list?

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Candidates, who have applied for various courses at IIMC Delhi, can check their admission results in the form of a merit list online. The merit list is published on the IIMC official website. Candidates who make it to the rank list can participate in the counselling for selection.

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Q:   What are the details mentioned in IIMC Delhi merit list?

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IIMC merit list is released after the CUET-PG entrance exam result declaration. Candidates who meet the cutoff marks and eligible for admission make it to the rank list. The merit lists released by IIMC Delhi have the following details:

  • Name of the candidate
  • Registration No.
  • Category
  • Name of the programme
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IIMC Delhi PG Diploma Curriculum

SpecializationCurriculum
Online PG Diploma in Odia Journalism,IIMC Dhenkanal
PG Diploma in English Journalism,IIMC Amravati
Post Graduate Diploma in Digital Media,IIMC Aizawl
Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism (Hindi),IIMC Amravati
PG Diploma in English Journalism,IIMC Dhenkanal
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Q:   How many subjects are there in IIMC Delhi PG Diploma course in Advertising and Public Relations?

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IIMC Delhi PG Diploma in Advertising and Public Relations course include theory and practical examinations. The weightage differs for both type of examinations. Moreover, there are 10 subjects incuded in the course curriculum as mentioned below:

  1. Marketing
  2. Communication Theories Concepts and Process
  3. Media Planning
  4. Advertising: Principles, Concepts and Management
  5. Creativity and Campaign Planning
  6. Public Relations and Corporate Communication
  7. Government and Public Service Communication
  8. New Media: Concepts and Applications
  9. Production Techniques and Methods
  10. Advertising, Marketing, and PR Research
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IIMC Delhi PG Diploma Seats 2025

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Q:   What is the seat intake for PG Diploma at IIMC Delhi?

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The total number of seats for PG Diploma is 324 in IIMC Delhi. This IIMC campus has the maximum number of seats for PG diploma courses. Find below the course-wise seat intake breakup:

PG Diploma Specialisation

Seat Intake

Journalism (English)

68

Journalism (Hindi)

68

Advertising & PR

77

Radio & TV Journalism

51

Digital Media

30

Urdu

17

NOTE: This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is still subject to change. Hence, is indicative.

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Q:   Is the allotted seat cancelled by IIMC Delhi if PG Diploma admission fee is not paid?

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Yes, it is mandatory to pay the admission fee amount after the seat allotment. If the admission fee amount is not paid by the prescribed deadline, then the authorities can cancel the provisionally allotted seat. The total seat intake for the PG Diploma course at IIMC New Delhi is 324. This seat intake is as per the official website/sanctioning body. It is still subject to changes and hence, is indicative.

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IIMC Delhi PG Diploma Placements

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Q:   What are the career options available after doing PG Diploma in Advertising and PR from IIMC?

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The PG Diploma in Advertising and Public Relations is an advanced course that provides professional journalists with public relation training. Students get to build up their communication skills and insights into consumer behaviour. The Diploma graduates get exciting career options in non-profit organisations, government agencies, and Advertising agencies. Some of the popular career options available are mentioned below:

  • PR Specialist
  • Copywriters
  • Advertising Manager
  • Art Director
  • Marketing Manager
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Q:   What is the placement rate at IIMC Delhi?

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As per the Shiksha students' reviews, the IIMC Delhi placement rate recorded in recent recruitment drives was around 85%. Refer to the table below to know the IIMC placements detail:

ParticularsPlacement Statistics
Placement rate85%
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Q:   What is the highest package offered during IIMC placements?

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The official data for the highest package is yet to be released. Meanwhile, the table below depicts the IIMC Delhi highest package fetched from Shiksha students' reviews:

Particulars

Placement Statistics

Highest package

INR 20 LPA

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Post Graduate Diploma in Advertising and Public Relations - Batch of 2020
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Overall best college for the Post Graduate Diploma in Advertising and Public Relations course.
Placements: Indian Institute of Mass Communication is an excellent institution. As per our batch, 70% of students get placed in high-paying jobs at reputed companies. Top recruiting firms are Chaloner, 24 Seven Talent, Market Pro, etc. The maximum salary package is 25 LPA and the minimum is 5 LPA. The average salary package is 10 LPA. The organization will help you build a good career. Recommended top roles are editor, writer, etc.
Infrastructure: The infrastructure is very well maintained with regular repair and maintenance. Our department block has a garden, library, classrooms, dean's cabins, admissions department, and administrative department. Medical assistance, Wi-Fi connectivity, and laundry services are also available.
Faculty: The teachers were very helpful and eager to solve problems with academic excellence, while the professionals were highly qualified and of high standards. Students are qualified as per industry norms and are guided properly. The semester exam was one of the toughest levels, but if one studies hard, they can clear the exam easily. The pass rate is above 70%.
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Post Graduate Diploma in Advertising and Public Relations - Batch of 2020
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Best college for Post Graduate Diploma in Advertising and Public Relations Course.
Placements: In the field of advertising, the college has a strong placement record of 85% in various companies such as advertising and public relations sectors, and various corporate communication agencies, both public and private. Roles like editor, reporter, etc., are given. The highest recommended salary package is 7 LPA, and the minimum is 2 LPA.
Infrastructure: The infrastructure was not that big, but the facilities were good. We had a good sanitary room. Some people can't accept the food served at first, but later they will feel it. However, I really liked the food served at our hostel. It was a very good experience.
Faculty: The teachers are very helpful and frank. The quality of education is good, but attendance is a problem. The curriculum includes activities that can be placed on a resume and eventually found to be helpful. Self-examination of your efforts in college is important. The semester exam is very easy, and the pass rate is 90%.
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PG Diploma in Digital Media - Batch of 2017
Offered by Indian Institute of Mass Communication, Kottayam
3.4
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Great place to study Journalism.
Placements: In my batch at IIMC, 75% of students were placed. 100% of students secured internships, including opportunities with companies like the Times of India for roles such as reporters.
Infrastructure: At IIMC, our course was held in modern classrooms, though there was no Wi-Fi. The library was small, and there were only a few computers. The hostels were clean and provided essential amenities. The mess and canteen served decent food, but there were no medical facilities, and no sports like basketball, cricket, or a gym were available.
Faculty: The IIMC faculty were experienced, knowledgeable, and supportive. The curriculum was relevant and industry-focused, preparing students well for media and communication roles. Semester exams were moderately challenging, with a high pass percentage of around 95%.
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Post Graduate Diploma in Digital Media - Batch of 2023
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A paradise for studies and new chapters of life.
Placements: Companies like Accenture, NDTV, Prasar Bharati, Inshorts, and more come to hire candidates for editing and other fields. Sub-editors, Copy Writers, and more are offered to candidates. The highest package was around 7 LPA, and the lowest was around 2.5 to 3 LPA. It is good.
Infrastructure: Wi-Fi connection is available on the campus. A small canteen is there where we could buy snacks and eat lunch and dinner. The library has a good collection of books, and classrooms are well-equipped with digital whiteboards. The digital media lab has computers for learning various programs.
Faculty: The exams were pretty decent. The faculty was kind and helpful; additional guest lectures were also conducted through online and offline mediums or various digital tools and software. It makes the students equipped with skills required to prevail in the industry.
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I like the campus environment.
Placements: In the field of advertising the college holds strong placement records of 85% with different companies like advertising, PR sectors, and various corporate communication both public and private organizations. Roles of editor, reporter, etc. Are offered.
Infrastructure: Very nicely maintained infrastructure with regular repair and maintenance happening, we have a garden, library, classroom, dean cabins, admission department, and administrative department all in our department block. There is medical help, Wi-Fi connection, and laundry service as well.
Faculty: The exams happen in the semester system along with mid-sem happening for internal components, the mid-seams are a bit tough to score. The curriculum is strong and build a good foundation base and various project works are given in 2nd year. The teaching quality adopted is good.
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Post Graduate Diploma in Hindi Journalism - Batch of 2023
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Good quality facilities and highly qualified faculty are available for the students.
Placements: Our college provides very good placement opportunities for its students. Around 50–60% of the students get placed in our course. The average package offered was between 4 and 5 LPA. Various media houses and news magazines visit the college for placements.
Infrastructure: The college had a well-maintained and developed infrastructure for our course. The college was offering all the necessary facilities to the students. The entire college campus had Wi-Fi connectivity and was secured with cameras. Labs, a library, canteen and sports facilities were also available for the students of the college.
Faculty: The faculty of our college was helpful, qualified and knowledgeable about this college. Teachers were making us understand all the concepts in detail. The quality of teaching was also good. The course curriculum was relevant and made the students industry-ready. Semester exams at this college were not very hard to pass.
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IIMC Delhi PG Diploma Scholarship 2025

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Q:   Does IIMC Delhi offer scholarship to PG Diploma students?

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Yes, the institute offer scholarships to extend support to the students. It offers four different scholarship schemes to meritorious students. Students must check out the eligibility requirements for the offered scholarships. Find below information on the offered scholarships:

Scholarship

Details

Rati Aggarwal Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a meritorious female student of the Hindi Journalism Course, based on her performance in the entrance exam

Star TV Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a meritorious student of Radio & TV Journalism, based on his/ her performance in the entrance exam

Achin Ganguly Scholarship

This scholarship is given to two meritorious students of Advertising & Public Relations, based on their performance in the Entrance Exam & final result after completion of the course

Jaswinder Singh Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship will be awarded to two meritorious students, one each from Hindi Journalism and Radio & TV Journalism, based on their performance in the entrance exams and first-semester exams

 

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Q:   Are freeships offered at IIMC Delhi?

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Indian Institute of Mass Communication Delhi provides financial support to needy students. Half/ quarter freeships are available for each PG Diploma course on merit-cum-means basis at Delhi and all regional campuses. A committee selects the deserving candidates for the freeship. For applying for fresships, the annual household income mentioned in the application form should be supported and income certificate issued by revenue office should not be below the rank of Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM).

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IIMC Delhi PG Diploma 2025 FAQs

Q:   What is the duration of IIMC Delhi PG Diploma?

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The duration of a PG Diploma course at IIMC Delhi is one-year (12 months). These courses are divided into two semesters. Candidates have to pass each semester to become eligible to get Diploma at the end of the course. Moreover, the executive diploma course of the institute is 6-months long.

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Q:   In how many specialisations the PG Diploma course is offered at IIMC Delhi?

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Indian Institute of Mass Communication, Delhi offer PG Diploma in six specialisations. Admission to the course is based on merit in CUET-PG exam. The specialisations in which the programme is available are mentioned in the following table:

PG Diploma Specialisation

Journalism (Urdu)

Journalism (English)

Advertising (Hindi)

Advertising & PR

Radio & TV Journalism

Digital Media

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Q:   When will the CUET PG 2025 application process starting?

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NTA, the exam authority, is expected to start the CUTE PG 2025 application process from the fourth week of December, 2024. CUET PG Aspirants will be able to fill out the CUET PG 2025 registration form by visiting the CUET PG official website and then registering themselves first by creating an account.

The CUET PG online application window remained open for a month or so and the last date for filling out the CUET PG 2025 will be notified in the due course time.

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Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC ) offers short-term Diploma courses in communication and media. These courses are meant for media professionals already working in the journalism field. Students can check the list of Diploma courses offered by IIMC Delhi

IIMC Departments of Short-term Courses

PG Diploma in Journalism (English)

PG Diploma in Journalism (Hindi)

PG Diploma in Radio & TV Journalism  (Bilingual – English & Hindi) 

PG Diploma in Advertising & Public
Relations (Bilingual – English & Hindi) 

PG Diploma in Digital Media

PG Diploma in Journalism (Odia)

PG Diploma in Journalism (Marathi)

PG Diploma in Journalism (Malayalam)

PG Diploma in Journalism (Urdu)

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Yes, candidates need to qualify CUET-PG for admission to IIMC Delhi courses. However, aspirants must also have a bachelor's degree to be admitted to IIMC Delhi PG courses. Only passing Class 12 won't ensure admission to IIMC Delhi courses. The institute verifies the eligibility of the candidates for

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Nishtha Shukla

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IIMC Delhi has a total of 80 seats in MA course, 40 for each specialisation. The institute offers seats to candidates based on their CUET-PG score. Aspirants can confirm their seat by paying the course fee in MA programme. The final selection is based on CUET-PG score and performance of the candida

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Nishtha Shukla

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Answered 2 months ago

Candidates applying at IIMC Delhi must hold the documents proving their eligibility. Below are the documents required for filling out the IIMC application form:

  • Class 10 and Class 12 marksheets
  • Bachelor's degree and marksheet
  • Aadhaar card or any other identity proof
  • Passport-size photograph, etc.

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Nishtha Shukla

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Answered 2 months ago

The total tuition fee for Indian Institute of Mass Communication, New Delhi MA is INR 4.8 lakh. This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change. Selected candidates have to pay course fee at the time of admission to confirm their seat in the institute. Be

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