M.A. in Journalism and Mass Communication 

offered by IGNOU

Indira Gandhi Open University MA fee structure shall include tuition fee, a one-time fee, and a registration fee. The registration fee amount is non-refundable. Candidates have to pay the fee amount after registration for admission confirmation. IGNOU MA tuition fee ranges between INR 7,000 and INR 25,000. The fee payment can be done online via credit card/debit card/net banking. This fee amount is taken from the official website/sanctioning body. It is still subject to change and hence, is indicative.

Yes, you can do PhD in the relevant subject after completing an MA course from Indira Gandhi Open University. The open university provides PhD programmes in different areas of specialisation. IGNOU PhD course admission is done based on accepted exam scores followed by an interview round. Aspirants can check out more details about PhD at the open university, here. Interested candidates should go through the eligibility and selection requirements before proceeding with application formalities.

Indira Gandhi National Open University has extended its application deadline from Jul 15 to Jul 31. Candidates seeking admission to the MA courses can apply in Jul session till the extended date. Additionally, the candidates who are pursuing the course can re-register as well. The IGNOU re-registration date is extended till Jul 31 as well.

Both DU SOL and IGNOU are popular among students for distance programmes. Candidates can consider factors like course fee, ranking, degree acceptance, and more, while making a choice. The minimum eligibility criteria for MA at both the open learning universities/platforms is a valid bachelor's degree or equivalent from a recognised board. 

Below table showcases the MA course fee at IGNOU and DU SOL:

NOTE: The aforementioned fee is taken from the official website/sanctioning body. It is subject to change and hence, is indicative.