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B.A. in Journalism and Mass Communication 

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  • Estd. 1998

B.A. in Journalism and Mass Communication
 at 
GGSIPU 
Overview

Duration

3 years

Course Level

UG Degree

Mode of Course

Full Time

Total Tuition Fees

2.80 Lakh

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B.A. in Journalism and Mass Communication
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Fees

Fee componentsAmount (3 years)
2.80 Lakh
1.75 Lakh
12,000
4.67 Lakh
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B.A. in Journalism and Mass Communication
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Curriculum

Latest curriculum for B.A. in Journalism and Mass Communication at GGSIPU can be downloaded from the below link. The curriculum PDF has semester wise course structure, electives and detailed course content. You can also check course curriculum of other specializations offered in B.A. at GGSIPU

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q:   How much is the IPU BA tuition fees?

A: 

The total tuition fee for BA/BA (Hons) course offered through IP University ranges between INR 2 Lacs and INR 3.2 lakh. This fee range is inclusive of BA courses offered at various IP-affiliated colleges. Moreover, the total course fee includes other components as well, such as caution deposit, hostel fee, meal plan, etc. The tuition fee component has to be paid annually/semesterly. It must be noted that the given fee amount is as per the official website/sanctioning body. It is still subject to change and hence, is indicative. 

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Q:   When will the registration begin for BA (Hons) English and from where can I get the previous years' papers?

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The admission dates for BA English (Hons) programme at Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU) for the academic year 2023-2024 have not been officially announced yet. Generally, the application process for UG courses in GGSIPU starts in the month of March or April every year. It is recommended to keep checking the official website of GGSIPU or the admission brochure for the most up-to-date information regarding the admission dates. Regarding the previous year's question papers for the BA English (Hons) programme, you can check the official website of GGSIPU or visit the university's library to access them. The university may also release the previous year's question papers on their website as a part of the exam preparation material. Additionally, you can also find the previous year's question papers and other study materials on various online educational platforms and websites.

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Q:   Can I get direct admission in GGSIPU?

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No, the university does not offer direct admissions. IP University does not allow any of the affiliated colleges/institutes/agency to grant direct admission to any of the course of the university. Hence, the university is not responsible for any amount deposited or paid by the candidate directly to the affiliated colleges/institutes of GGSIPU. Candidates are also advised to not share their User ID or Username and the login password with anyone for safety purposes.

Q:   Is GGSIPU a government university?

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Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University is a state university. It is the first university established in 1998 by the Government of NCT of Delhi. GGSIPU is recognised by UGC. The teaching-cum-affiliating university has been accredited with an A+ grade by NAAC. GGSIPU is ranked 1001-1200 by the QS World University Rankings 2025. GGSIPU has been ranked 74 among the top 100 Universities in India by NIRF 2023. IPU offers various UG, PG, and PhD programmes in the fields of Arts, Science, Commerce, Engineering, Management, Law, and Medicine among others. Indraprastha University is quite popular for its BCA, BBA, BTech, MBA, and BA LLB programmes. Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University course admission is conducted through the IPU CET (Common Entrance Test), followed by a counselling process. The university also accepts scores from national-level tests such as CUET, JEE Main, GATE, NIMCET, CAT, and NEET for admission to various courses.

Q:   Is IPU admission open?

A: 

Some of the important events related to IPU admissions are mentioned below:

  • The CLAT 2025 admit card has been released for admission to 5-year Integrated LLB (UG) and one-year LLM (PG) courses. Registered candidates can log in and download their admit cards through the official website. The CLAT 2025 exam will be scheduled on Dec 1, 2024.
  • NEET UG counselling 2024 Special Stray Vacancy Round final seat allotment result for admission to the MBBS/BDS/BSc (Nursing) courses has been released. Candidates can log in and view their results by visiting the official website. The selected candidates have to report to the allocated colleges till Nov 30, 2024.
  • The GATE 2025 registration process with late fee is closed now for admission to the MTech course. The GATE 2025 exam will be conducted on Feb 1, 2, 15, and 16, 2025.

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Students Ratings & Reviews

4.1/5
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Placement Review IconPlacements4.4
Infrastructure Review IconInfrastructure4.2
Faculty Review IconFaculty & Course4.2
Crowd Review IconCampus Life4.2
Money Review IconValue for Money3.6
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B.A. in Journalism and Mass Communication - Batch of 2024
Offered by Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University
4.2
4Placements5Infrastructure4Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life3Value for Money
Great infrastructure + average placement + good college life.
Placements: Approximately 70% of students secure placements based on their overall performance in the entire course. Performance criteria include attendance, CGPA, and the student's skill set. The college has a dedicated placement cell that guides students in securing placements with top companies.
Infrastructure: The infrastructure is excellent, with well-equipped classrooms featuring smart boards and comfortable seating. The entire campus is centrally air-conditioned. However, the food quality in the canteen is not exceptional; it is average. Depending on the canteen for daily meals may not be advisable.
Faculty: The teachers are well-educated and knowledgeable, possessing a significant amount of industry experience. The course curriculum is up to the mark, including relevant assignments for students. Semester exams are not overly challenging if you study regularly.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2024Read More
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B.A. in Journalism and Mass Communication - Batch of 2023
Offered by Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University
4.6
5Placements4Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money
Highly satisfied with the college. The infrastructure and crowd is good.
Placements: Many hardworking students got placements because of their good percentage and support by the faculty. Students got placed in many desirable companies. The highest pack was around 80,000 per month and the lowest was 10,000 per month. The placement process is pleasant and easy. The college is supportive .
Infrastructure: Infrastructure of college is well built, contains studio, moot court, canteen, digital classes, fully Wi-Fi campus and most important have a place for disables or physically challenged. There is transportation facility from college to hostel and vice versa but the food there is not so good.
Faculty: Teachers are very supportive and energetic, very practical and full of knowledge and qualified, always promote deserving students. The semester exams are not so tough but are very objective towards the topics. Examinations are done twice in a semester along with the practicals.
Other:
Reviewed on 11 May 2023Read More
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B.A. in Journalism and Mass Communication - Batch of 2027
Offered by Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University
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3Placements3Infrastructure3Faculty3Crowd & Campus Life3Value for Money
I am satisfied with my faculty. The infrastructure is decent and facilities are good.
Placements: More than 50% of students were placed in my course. The highest package offered in my course is 7-8 Lacs, the lowest package is 3-4 Lacs, and the average package offered is 4.5-5.5 Lacs. Top recruiting companies for my course are Zee News and News 18. More than 60% of students got internships in various media companies. The top job offered was that of a news anchor.
Infrastructure: The facilities are decent it has air-conditioned classrooms with smart board, and the infrastructure is quite good it has various canteens, including Nescafe and Amul; it also has a stationary. Our college only has boys hostel; it is decent and hygienic and food quality is great.
Faculty: The teachers are qualified and knowledgeable; they are very helpful. This course curriculum is quite relevant as it provides a lot of career opportunities. It does make students industry-ready. The semester exams are moderately difficult, and the pass percentage is 40%.
Reviewed on 4 Sep 2024Read More
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B.A. in Journalism and Mass Communication - Batch of 2023
Offered by Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University
4.6
5Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty3Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money
I am totally satisfied because of the faculty members and good placements provided here.
Placements: Placements are good here, and about 90% of students got placements. Students get placements every year in the best news channels and also in the film industry. Famous Radio Jolly, etc., are some of the career options in which students get placements easily from this university.
Infrastructure: All the equipment required for this course are available, and they all are the latest and sanitised. The infrastructure is awesome, and the hostel facility is good. Good quality food is available in the mess and canteen also. Medical facilities are good. Sports activities are also good.
Faculty: Teachers here are very friendly with students, and they all are highly qualified. They have patience, and they know very well how to treat students. Their friendly nature is the reason for students to choose this college. This college is quite the best compared to other colleges.
Reviewed on 20 Sep 2021Read More
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B.A. in Journalism and Mass Communication - Batch of 2021
Offered by Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University
4.2
5Placements4Infrastructure4Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life3Value for Money
I am satisfied with the campus and faculty members.
Placements: Every student got placed depending upon their academic skills and extracurricular activities. University allows every student to attend in the placements. Companies like Aaj Tak, etc., visit our campus for placements. Various roles like a journalist, electronic media, graphic set, reporter, anchor, event head, etc., are offered to the students.
Infrastructure: The infrastructure of our college is good, and the management is above average. The library is well-equipped. Our university provides Wi-Fi facility, which works in some areas. Medical facilities are great. Food served in the canteen is above average. Various sports events are conducted every year. Classrooms are well-equipped and well managed.
Faculty: Faculty members in our college are great in their respective fields and helpful. They are knowledgeable and help students to be industry oriented by providing examples of industries. They always make difficult subjects easy, and they help in internship opportunities. The course curriculum is relevant as per IP University.
Other: I have chosen this course because I always want to become an editor. The best things about our course are that it makes us aware of the ongoing world problems and politics. Various extracurricular activities are conducted at our college, which makes the environment relaxing.
Reviewed on 23 May 2020Read More
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Students also asked

Q:   Can we get admission to IPU through CUET?

A: 

Yes, GGSIPU accepts CUET scores. For UG courses, CUET-UG and similarly for the PG courses, CUET-PG is applicable. However, it must be noted that preference is given to CUET scores after the respective national-level exams and the Common Entrance Test (CET) conducted by the university. Some of the UG and PG programmes for which this entrance score is accepted are MCA, MA, BSc, BBA and allied programmes, BPharm, BCom (Hons), etc.

Q:   Is M.E./M.Tech at GGSIPU a good choice?

A: 
{Source: M.E./M.Tech students & alumni}

Based on the reviews and comments from students and alumni, here's a summary of what they think:

Pros:

* Good placements: Many students reported getting placed in top companies, with average salaries ranging from 10-12 LPA and the highest packages going up to 45 LPA.
* Decent infrastructure: Students appreciated the college's infrastructure, including the library, labs, and hostels, saying they are well-maintained and offer a comfortable environment for studying.
* Helpful faculty: While some teachers may not be enthusiastic about teaching, many students praised their knowledge and willingness to help with queries.
* Festivals and events: Reviewers mentioned that the college has a lively campus life, with regular festivals and events, including Anugoonj, which attracts a large number of visitors.

Cons:

* Teaching quality: Some students felt that the teaching quality could be improved, citing instances of unengaged teachers or difficulty in grasping certain concepts.
* Limited hands-on experience: A few reviewers mentioned that the course lacks practical exposure, with some students feeling that they didn't get enough opportunities to apply what they learned in real-world scenarios.
* High expectations vs reality: Some students expressed disappointment due to mismatched expectations regarding placements, curriculum, or faculty engagement.

Verdict: Based on the mixed feedback, it seems that M.E./M.Tech at GGSIPU has its strengths and weaknesses. While students appreciate the good placements, infrastructure, and helpful faculty, there are concerns about teaching quality and limited hands-on experience. Ultimately, whether M.E./M.Tech at GGSIPU is a good choice depends on individual preferences and priorities.
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Q:   Does GGSIPU have an entrance exam?

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Yes, Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University conducts a Common Entrance Test (CET) for admission to BSc, BCA, BCom (Hons), B.Ed, BA (JMC), BHMCT, BBA, BA (Hons), BVoc, BPT, BPO, BOT, BASLP, BSc MLT, MSc, MA, MEd, MPT, MOT and MPO courses. IPU CET exam 2024 application forms for other courses, open tentatively in March every year. Apart from conducting IPU CET, GGSIPU also accepts several national-level entrance exams to provide admission to a few undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral courses. 

Q:   What are the sports facilities offered by GGSIPU?

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There are a lot of sports amenities and resources available at GGSIPU. The students can choose from a variety of games and sports like cricket, volleyball, football, basketball, powerlifting, body lifting, table tennis, yoga, arm wrestling, bodybuilding, badminton, lawn tennis, etc. for both men and women. The GGSIPU facilities include several playgrounds where students can enjoy and play during their leisure time. There are basketball and football grounds where students can have a match or play for fun. There is a volleyball court too. There are 12 technical clubs and 12 cultural clubs to serve the interest of students.

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Q:   What is the hostel fee at IPU?

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Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University's annual hostel cost is INR 29,500. Mess and welfare fees are not included in the hostel fees. The fee for the mess is INR 36,000, while the cost of the welfare is INR 3,000. Candidates need to submit three demand drafts: one for hostel fees, one for mess charges, and one for welfare charges. Two hostels are maintained on campus for male students, and two are maintained for female students. There are more than 180 single-seat rooms in each hostel. Basic furnishings such as a cot, mattress, pillow, chair, table, cupboard, tube lamp, and fan are provided in each room. Mess facilities are available for residents in each hostel. Residents also have access to a common area, a gym, a reading room, and sports facilities. For the hostels, there is a provision for 24-hour water and electrical services.

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