Updated on Aug 5, 2022 07:02 IST

Radio Jockeying is one of the most creative, exciting and dynamic career options of the present times. This is no less than a golden opportunity for students who are inclined towards creative writing and are equally eloquent. The popularity of this area can be gauged from the fact that popular radio jockeys enjoy celebrity status in society. In the past two decades, the influence of radio jockeys in the field of radio production has grown to such an extent that it has become a hallmark of the sector. Many film institutes offer undergraduate, postgraduate and diploma courses in Radio Jockeying and radio production. Apart from this, many online platforms are also running short-term courses in Radio Jockeying. Interested candidates can select the suitable course for themselves by knowing about the courses listed in the article below.

Types of Radio Jockeying Courses

Since Radio Jockeying is a versatile field, students should check the latest curriculum before opting for any course. They should also check their eligibility before selecting the course. Radio Jockeying courses are of the following types. 

UG: UG courses in Radio Jockeying can be pursued after 10+2. Check the details of the UG courses below:

Duration 1-2 years
Eligibility 10+2 from a recognised board with a minimum aggregate score in any subject
Admission Process Entrance based/Merit based
Fees INR 25,000 - 50,000

PG: PG diploma courses in Radio Jockeying can be pursued after completion of a UG course in any subject. Check details of the PG Diploma courses below:

Duration 2 years
Eligibility UG from a recognised university in any subject
Admission Process Entrance based/Merit based
Fees INR 1- 2 Lakhs

Certificate courses: Certificate courses can be pursued online or offline. These courses are good for a career boost. These courses are usually offered by mass communication colleges as short-term courses.

Duration 1 month to 6 months
Eligibility 10+2 from a recognised board with a minimum aggregate score in any subject
Admission Process Direct admission
Fees INR 5,000- 50,000

Popular Radio Jockeying Courses

Check the popular diploma, PG diploma and certificate courses in Radio Jockeying below:

UG/Diploma PG Diploma  Certificate
Diploma & Certificate Course in Radio Jockey Post Graduate Diploma in Television and Radio Journalism/Production Certificate Course in Comparing, Dubbing, Announcing, and Broadcasting
Diploma in Radio Management Post Graduate Diploma in Radio Jockeying Certificate Course in Radio Production Program
Diploma in Electronic Media (RJ/VJ) Post Graduate Diploma in Performance Skills (RJ, DJ, VJ, MC, Anchor, Public Speaking) Certification course in Radio Jockeying
Diploma in News Reading, Anchoring, Reporting and Radio Jockeying PG Diploma in Professional RJ and Radio Broadcast Management Online Certificate in Announcing, Broadcasting, Compering, Dubbing

Radio Jockeying Degree Courses – UG

To take admission in Radio Jockeying undergraduate courses candidates must fulfil certain eligibility criteria. Admission to UG courses is merit-based or entrance test based.

  • Eligibility: A candidate must have passed 10+2 in any stream from a recognised board.
  • Admission: Admissions can be granted on merit-based on majority the courses.

The UG Radio Jockeying courses are tabulated below:

Course Duration
Diploma in Electronic Media (RJ/VJ) 1-year
Diploma in Professional RJ and Radio Management 1-year
Diploma in Radio Jockeying 3 months
Diploma in News Reading, Anchoring, Reporting and Radio Jockeying 6 months
Diploma in Radio Jockey and Production 1-year
Diploma in Radio Production and Jockeying 7 months
Diploma in Radio Station Operations and Management 1-year
Professional Radio Jockeying 3 months
Diploma in Radio Jockey 1-year
Diploma in Radio/Video Jockeying 3 months
Diploma in Radio Jockey & TV Production 1 year

Radio Jockeying Certificate Courses

A certificate is also a short-term course. A candidate who wishes to pursue a certificate course with interest and a distinct aim to have a professional career in this field can opt for a certificate course in Radio Jockeying.

Eligibility: 10+2 passed.

Admission: Applying directly to the course provider. There is no such entrance test or merit-based admission. In most cases, admission is on a first come first served basis.

Candidates can opt for below-mentioned courses:

  • Certificate course in Radio Jockeying (CRJ)
  • Certificate course in Radio Production Programme
  • Certificate course in Announcing, Broadcasting, Comparing and Dubbing
  • Certificate course in Radio Jockeying and Anchoring TV Journalism
  • Certificate in Radio Jockey and Video Jockey
  • Advanced Certificate in Spotlight
  • Certificate in Radio Jockey and Production
  • Radio Content Creation
  • Radio Scripting
  • Certificate Course In Professional Voice Culture

Radio Jockeying Online Courses

There are many platforms offering online Radio Jockeying courses. These are better options for those candidates who are short of time. These online courses are of both long and short duration. Some of the popular online courses are tabulated below:

Course Online Platform
Become A Radio Jockey Udemy
Introduction to Amateur Radio Udemy
Radio Programming Director Guide Udemy
How to start a web radio station for free Udemy
SAM Broadcaster - Start Your Own Internet Radio Station Udemy
Media Training- Radio: How to speak effectively on the Radio Udemy
Music Production Masterclass:How to mix radio worthy beats Udemy
Sports Broadcasting: How to be a sports radio talk show host Udemy
How to make Money with internet Radio Podcast Udemy

Radio Jockeying Diploma Courses – PG

PG diploma courses in Radio Jockeying are the most popular choice among the candidates after the UG diploma courses. The eligibility criteria to take admission in PG Diploma courses is graduation in any subject from a recognised university. The admissions to such courses are mostly on a merit basis. Though some institutes may conduct the entrance exam. Some of the PG Diploma courses in Radio Jockeying are:

  • Post Graduate Diploma in Performance Skills (RJ, DJ, VJ, MC, Anchor, Public Speaking
  • Post Graduate Diploma in Radio Jockeying
  • Post Graduate Diploma in Television and Radio Journalism/Production
  • PG Diploma in Professional RJ and Radio Broadcast Management
  • PG Diploma in Radio Jockey & TV Production

FAQs on Radio Jockeying Courses

Q. Which are the popular courses in Radio Jockeying?

A. Candidates can pursue various Diploma, certificate and PG diploma courses in Radio Jockeying. Some of the popular courses are Diploma in Radio Management, Diploma in Electronic Media (RJ/VJ), Diploma & Certificate Course in Radio Jockey, Post Graduate Diploma in Radio Jockeying etc.

Q. What are the eligibility criteria to pursue a Radio Jockeying course?

A. Candidates will be considered eligible to apply for admissions if they have cleared their 10+2 from a recognised institute with minimum aggregate marks. 

Q. Do I need any prior experience to pursue a Radio Jockeying course?

A. No prior knowledge or experience is necessary for pursuing a Radio Jockeying course.

Q. What skills are required to become a good radio jockey?

A. Candidates must possess skills like creative writing, voice modulation, good sense of humour, spontaneity, etc to become a successful radio jockey.

Q. Is there any age limit for enrolling in a Radio Jockeying course?

A. No, generally there is no age limit for Radio Jockeying courses. Candidates can pursue a specialisation in Radio Jockey after completing their bachelor's.

Q. Which are the top recruiters in the field of Radio Jockeying?

A. Some of the popular radio FM channels that hire radio jockeys are – AIR (All India Radio), Radio Mid-day, Big FM, Radio Mirchi, Radio City, Red FM, Fever and the likes.

Q. What are the job responsibilities of a Radio Jockey?

A. Radio jockeys interact with listeners, play music, interview celebrities and write scripts for the shows they are anchoring.

Q. I want to pursue a PG Diploma course in Radio Jockeying, is it mandatory to have Radio Jockeying or related subjects in graduation?

A. No, a candidate willing to pursue a PG diploma course must complete his/her graduation in any subject from a recognised university.

Q. Which are the popular colleges for Radio Jockeying?

Q. What is the average salary one can get after pursuing certificate courses in Radio Jockeying?

A. Usually the average salary one can receive after pursuing a certificate course ranges between INR 1-3 Lakhs. However, the salary increases with experience in this field.

Q. Can I pursue an course in Radio Jockeying?

A. Yes, several online platforms like Udemy and Coursera provide various short-term courses in Radio Jockeying.

Popular Exams

Following are the top exams for Radio Jockeying. Students interested in pursuing a career on Radio Jockeying, generally take these important exams.You can also download the exam guide to get more insights.

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Popular Radio Jockeying UG Courses

Following are the most popular Radio Jockeying UG Courses . You can explore the top Colleges offering these UG Courses by clicking the links below.

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Popular Radio Jockeying PG Courses

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Sorry, it's difficult. Admission to Rajarshi Shahu Junior College (RJ) or similar institutions for an IT-related course may depend on their specific eligibility criteria, which often include minimum aggregate marks in Class 12. With 54% overall in Science and 45% in PCMB, your chances may be limited

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Yes, you can pursue a PG Diploma course in Radio Jockeying.

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The duration of Radio Jockeying courses depends on the type of programme you pursue. While certificate courses are usually of six months, the duration of Diploma programmes typically ranges from one-two years.

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Listed below are some popular books one can refer to for the programme:

  • The Radio Jockey Hand Book by Simran Kohli
  • Romance the Microphone: Be a Radio Jockey by Swaty Gupta
  • Encyclopaedia of Journalism and Mass Communication by OM Gupta
  • Fundamentals of Radio Broadcasting by John Hasling
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No, there is no specific entrance exams for the programme. But, to get admissions to few colleges like Apeejay Institute of Mass Communication, IIMC, XIC and more, they have their own entrance exams like IIMC Entrance Exam,  XIC OET and more.

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