M.A. in Mass Communication (Journalism) 

at SIMC Pune, Lavale Village

The application procedure of MA (Mass Communication) at SIMC is the applicant required to register online and pay the application fee, then appear for the SIMC MA (MC) Online Entrance Test and lastly the candidate needs to appear for the GE-PIWAT. For more understanding refer the mentioned below details :

Step 1: Online Registration

• Visit the SIMC official website.
• Fill out the online application form with valid details.
• Pay the non-refundable application fee of INR 1950/-.

Step 2: Appear for the SIMC MA (MC) Online Entrance Test- Online Entrance Test is a mandatory part of the application process. The test is 60 minutes long and consists of MCQ on general English, comprehension, and reasoning.

Step 3: Appear for the GE-PIWAT- The GE-PIWAT it is divided into two-part assessment that takes place after the online entrance test. The first part is a group exercise and the second part is a personal interview.

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The precise number of students who can pursue an M.A. at SIMC Pune varies according on the year and program.

But here's a summary in general: Total amount of M.A. intake: All of SIMC Pune's M.A. programs, including Mass Communication (MC), Audio Visual Production, and other specialties, accept between 250 and 300 students.

Specific Intake for Programs: The majority of students are usually enrolled into the M.A. in Mass Communication (MC) degree; between 150 and 200 are accepted each year. There are only 50–75 students accepted annually into the M.A. in Audio Visual Production program.

Program Popularity: A program's level of popularity can have an impact on how many people apply. Faculty Availability: The magnitude of the intake may also be impacted by the availability of faculty members.

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The syllabus covers a wide range of topics. You can find the syllabus on the SIMC website. You can start solving chapter wise questions. This will help you to test your knowledge of the concepts and theories, and to identify any areas where you need more practice. There are a number of resources available to help you with this, including textbooks, online tutorials, and past papers. Solving SIMC MA (MC) previous year question papers is a great way to prepare for the exam. This will give you an idea of the type of questions that you can expect to see, and how to answer them effectively. You can find past papers on the SIMC website. Stay up-to-date with the latest trends in media and communication. The media and communication industry is constantly evolving, so it is important to stay up-to-date with the latest trends. 

Both of the programme MA in Journalism and MA in Audio Visual courses offered at SIMC Pune are two-year postgraduate degree courses. Check out the main difference between these two specialisations in the mentioned points below: 

• The Journalism course trains students who want to eventually enter news organisations – print, broadcast and online.
• The Audio-Visual course is aimed at students who eventually enter the domain of AV production, direction, writing, camera, editing and other related roles in the television and film sectors.

Candidate must have a bachelor's degree from a recognised university with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade. Applicants belonging to SC/ST are eligible for a relaxation of 5%, i.e., a minimum of 45% marks or equivalent grade. Applicants expecting their final year results can also apply in SIMC. However, their admission will be provisional and subject to their proof of graduation with 50% marks or equivalent grade. The academic eligibility criteria for the SIMC MA in Mass Communication programme is designed to ensure that applicants have the necessary academic background to succeed in the program. The minimum requirement of 50% or equivalent grade is a good indicator of academic aptitude.

SIMC has a multi-step admission process which students need to follow to get into the Institute. Starting with the application, students are required to go through the course-specific entrance exam followed by other selection rounds. After the selection rounds are over, course-wise merit lists are released on the official website of the SIMC post where interested candidates can submit the fee and confirm their admission. Candidates must check the eligibility criteria on the official website of SIMC, before filling out the admission form.
Step 1: SIMC Application Process 2024
Students interested in getting into SIMC must submit the online application form for all UG and PG courses as per their preferred course. The SIMC application process is completely conducted in online mode. 
Step 2: SIMC Selection Criteria 2024 & Release of Merit List
After the applications are submitted, students are required to go through the course-specific entrance exam followed by other selection rounds. The process involves three components. Group Exercise, Personal Interaction and Written Ability Test. After the selection rounds are over, course-wise merit lists are released on the official website of SIMC
Step 3: Admission Confirmation at SIMC
Post the selection rounds, candidates who are shortlisted and have their names on the merit lists can submit the fee and confirm their admission to the relevant course at SIMC

No, you cannot join Symbiosis Institute of Media & Communication (SIMC) without taking the Symbiosis National Aptitude Test (SNAP). SNAP is mandatory for admission to the MBA programme offered by SIMC Pune. SIMC Pune offers both MBA and MA programs, and admission to the MBA programme is based on SNAP score. However, admission to the MA programme does not require SNAP.

To get direct admission in SIMC is a competitive process, and not all applicants will be successful. However, if you have a strong academic record and are able to show your potential to succeed in a SIMC program, you may be eligible for direct admission. Here are some additional details about direct admission in Symbiosis:

• The application process for direct admission in SIMC typically opens in the fall.
• The application deadline for direct admission in SIMC varies depending on the program.
• The admission criteria for direct admission in SIMC vary depending on the program.
• The cost of direct admission in SIMC varies depending on the programme and the seat.

Yes, Offcouse  there is a placement cell at Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication (SIMC) Pune. The placement cell is responsible for helping students find jobs after they graduate. The placement cell organizes campus placements, conducts mock interviews, and provides career counseling to students.

The placement cell at SIMC Pune has a good track record. In the last few years, the placement cell has helped a large number of students find jobs with top companies. The average salary package offered to students through the placement cell is INR 5.74 Lacs per annum.

The application procedure for the MA (Mass Communication) programme at SIMC (PG) is a three-step process. First, candidates must register online and pay the application fee of Rs. 1950/- which is non-refundable. Once the application is submitted, candidates will be eligible to appear for the SIMC MA (MC) Online Entrance Test. The test is a 60-minute, MCQ test that consists of questions on general English, comprehension, and reasoning. The test is held on a computer. The test scores/rank are used to shortlist candidates for the GE-PIWAT. Its is a two-part assessment that takes place after the online entrance test. The first part is a group exercise and the second part is a personal interview