Did you know that apart from Delhi, IIMC has other campuses across India? Check out this list of IIMC regional centres.
List of IIMC Regional Centres in India - The Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) is one of the leading institutes that offer education in the field of journalism and mass communication. It is an autonomous institution and is supported by the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting of the Government of India. IIMC has multiple regional centres situated in Dhenkanal, Kottayam, Aizwal, Amravati, and Jammu. The institute's motive behind setting up these regional centres is to expand the reach of education that they provide. In this article, we will list and discuss these IIMC regional centres and their seat intake. The institute offers admission to Postgraduate and Postgraduate Diploma courses. Read on for more on IIMC regional centres.
IIMC Regional Centres and Seat Intake in India
With the main institute in New Delhi, its regional centres in India are in Amravati (Maharashtra), Dhenkanal (Odisha), Aizawl (Mizoram), Jammu (J&K) and Kottayam (Kerala). The same are listed below along with their seat intake figures.
Explore popular M.J. colleges for you
Want better recommendations?
There is a 90% more chance of getting best college recommendations by sharing preferences.| IIMC Campus | Courses Offered | No. of Seats |
|---|---|---|
| IIMC New Delhi | PG Diploma in Hindi Journalism | 68 |
| PG Diploma in Radio and TV Journalism (Bilingual - English & Hindi) | 51 | |
| PG Diploma in Advertising and Public Relations (Bilingual - English & Hindi) | 77 | |
| PG Diploma in English Journalism | 68 | |
| PG Diploma in Urdu Journalism | 17 | |
| PG Diploma in Digital Media | 30 | |
| IIMC Dhenkanal | PG Diploma in English Journalism | 68 |
| PG Diploma in Odia Journalism | 25 | |
| IIMC Amravati | PG Diploma in English Journalism | 20 |
| PG Diploma in Hindi Journalism | 20 | |
| PG Diploma in Digital Media (Bilingual - English & Hindi) | 20 | |
| IIMC Aizawl | PG Diploma in English Journalism | 20 |
| PG Diploma in Digital Media (Bilingual - English & Hindi) | 20 | |
| IIMC Jammu | PG Diploma in English Journalism | 20 |
| PG Diploma in Hindi Journalism | 20 | |
| PG Diploma in Digital Media (Bilingual - English & Hindi) | 20 | |
| IIMC Kottayam | PG Diploma in English Journalism | 30 |
| PG Diploma in Malayalam Journalism | 30 | |
| PG Diploma in Digital Media | 30 |
Note - The figures provided above are as per the IIMC website. Out of the total number of seats 15% are reserved for SC category students, 7.5% for ST, 27% for OBC, 10% for EWS-G, and 5% for Physically Handicapped students.
Also Read:
- Career and Job opportunities after Master’s in Journalism and Mass Communication
- Top Event Management Colleges in India
IMC Entrance Exam 2025 Admission Process
The admission process for enrolling in the Indian Institute of Mass Communication is as follows:
Step 1: Fill out the Registration Form For IIMC (CUET PG)
Candidates will have to register for the Online Application Form. The candidates will have to supply the required details while filling out the Online Application Form and will also be required to create a PASSWORD choose Security Question and enter their answer. After successful submission of the personal details, an Application number will be generated and it will be used to complete the remaining steps of the application form.
Step 2: Fill out the Application Form For IIMC (CUET PG)
The candidates will have to log in with the system-generated Application Number and pre-created Password to complete the Application Form including filling up personal details, applying for the paper, choosing the examination cities, providing the details of educational qualifications, and uploading the images and documents (if any).
Step 3: Pay the Application Fee
After completing the above-mentioned steps, the candidates will have to pay the requisite examination fee. The fee can be submitted only online through Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, and UPI Services. Processing charges and GST as applicable will be chargeable to the candidate (in addition to the examination fee).
Step 4: Download the Admit Card
Aspirants will have to download their admit card from the official website of NTA or CUET (PG). Entry to the examination centre will not be permitted without the admit card.
Step 5: Appear for the CUET PG exam
CUET PG exam is conducted at an all-India level. The exam is of two hours duration. Candidates are advised to check the exam pattern, syllabus, and marking scheme before appearing for the entrance exam.
Step 6: Counselling
Q: Which PG Diploma courses of Indian Institute of Mass Communication are offered through CUET PG?
Candidates need to appear for the CUET PG exam to get admission in some of the PG Diploma courses offered at Indian Institute of Mass Communication. These courses are: PG Diploma in Hindi Journalism, PG Diploma in Radio and TV Journalism (Bilingual- English & Hindi), PG Diploma in Advertising and Public Relations (Bilingual- English & Hindi), PG Diploma in English Journalism and PG Diploma in Digital Media. Those clearing the CUET PG exam are required to attend the counselling conducted by the Indian Institute of Mass Communication.
Q: What is the selection process for IIMC Entrance Exam?
The selection of candidates if the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) is solely based on the performance of the candidate in the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) which is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). There will be no interview or group discussion for admissions. The final merit list will be prepared based on the candidates' overall score out of 100 marks.
Q: Does the Indian Institute of Mass Communication offers admission through CUET PG?
Yes, Indian Institute of Mass Communication offers admission through CUET PG in some of the postgraduate Diploma programmes. Candidates seeking admission in such programmes are required to fill CUET PG application form and appear in CUET PG exam. Shortlisted candidates are called for counseling as per the marks obtained in CUET PG. A cut off for such courses is released and the candidates are given admission accordingly.
Explore more Mass Communication & Media exams with upcoming dates
10 Feb '25 - 10 Mar '25
17 Feb '25 - 10 Mar '25
13 Apr '25 - 11 May '25
Once the result is announced by NTA, IIMC will issue the merit list. The students will have to fill out a counselling form showing their preference for the Programme and the centre. A list of candidates to be provisionally admitted to each course and at each campus will be prepared based on the category-wise merit list.
IIMC Fee Structure 2025
Candidates can check out the IIMC fee structure for the courses offered at the institute and its regional centres.
| Courses | Tuition Fee (In INR) | Refundable Library Fee | Student Welfare Fund | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PGD in English Journalism | 87,000 | 5000 | 3500 | 95500 |
| PGD in Hindi Journalism | 87,000 | 5000 | 3500 | 95500 |
| PGD in Radio & TV Journalism | 1,60,000 | 5000 | 3500 | 168500 |
| PGD in Advertising & Public Relations | 1,23,000 | 5000 | 3500 | 131500 |
| PGD in Digital Media | 2,00,000 | 5000 | 3500 | 208500 |
| PGD in Malayalam Journalism | 47,000 | 5000 | 3500 | 55500 |
| PGD in Marathi Journalism | 47,000 | 5000 | 3500 | 55500 |
| PGD in Odia Journalism | 47,000 | 5000 | 3500 | 55500 |
| PGD in Urdu Journalism | 47,000 | 5000 | 3500 | 55500 |
Q: What paper of CUET-PG is for IIMC admissions?
The CUET-PG 'Mass Communication and Journalism' paper (paper code - COQP17) is meant for all mass comm entrance (of the participating institutes) including IIMC entrance.
Q: Can I take admission in IIMC-Delhi after Class 12 or do I need to clear any entrance exam?
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 admission.
Aayushi is a BAJMC graduate and an ardent consumer of content with a keen passion for film, TV and books. She specialises in Mass Communication and Humanities related exams, entrances and courses.
News & Updates
Explore Other Exams
Mar '24 | ACJ Entrance Exam Application ... |
Apr '24 | XIC Entrance Test (XET) Person... |
Apr '24 | XIC Entrance Test (XET) Zoom I... |
Apr '25 | MASCOM Entrance Exam 2025 Appl... |
May '25 | MASCOM Entrance Exam 2025 |
Feb '25 | JMI Entrance Exam 2025 Applica... |
Apr '25 | JMI Entrance Exam 2025 Applica... |
Feb '25 | IPU CET 2025 Application Form... |
Mar '25 | IPU CET 2025 Release of Admit... |
7 Jun '25 - 17 Jun '25 | URAT PG 2025 Application Proce... |
22 Jun '25 | URAT PG 2025 Admit Card |
Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered a week ago
The CUET-PG 'Mass Communication and Journalism' paper (paper code - COQP17) is meant for all mass comm entrance (of the participating institutes) including IIMC entrance.
A
Contributor-Level 8
Answered a week ago
Yes, at IIMC they exclusively offer postgraduate courses. It is one of the most popular and sought-after institutes for mass media higher education. It's an autonomous society under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. Students from across the country and abroad apply for their entrance in
A
Contributor-Level 8
Answered 4 weeks ago
Yes, reserved category candidates get relaxation on the IIMC Entrance Exam application fee for PG Diploma courses. For most courses the application fee of CUET PG exam is applicable. While for PG Diploma courses in regional languages the application fee is decided by IIMC. OBC and EWS applicants hav
A
Contributor-Level 8
What paper of CUET-PG is for IIMC admissions?