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Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication: Courses, Admission 2026, Fees, Placements, Ranking

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  • A++ NAAC accredited
  • Private Institute
  • Estd. 1990
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Discontinued (NOV 2025) M.A. in Mass Communication (Audio Visual) - Batch of 2024
5.0
My honest review about my college.
Placements: Placements in general are quite great because of how longstanding the university's reputation is. I am especially pleased with the internship opportunities provided, because of which I even landed a job. However, one batch in every few years may face the brunt of a bad job market. But students can keep in touch with their classmates/seniors for opportunities. I worked with The News Minute and The Hindu Businessline. Other big media companies also frequent the university. Students will have to do two mandatory internships, one summer and one winter.
Infrastructure: Every student is allotted a 2-sharing or 3-sharing room, each with an in-built washroom. Each room also has its own Wi-Fi. The rooms are somewhat spacious. There is enough privacy, also. They are not too concerned about what you do in your private space, except for abusing alcohol/other substances. The hostels also have cleaning staff, so students don't have to worry about cleaning.
Faculty: During the course of two years, the college brought in at least 7 different guest faculty who are experts in their respective fields. Our in-house faculty are also very qualified and experienced in their own ways. The curriculum is designed keeping in mind the industry requirements. Every student could select among the plethora of options offered, picking their own interests and pursuing them further. With the option of electives and flexi-credit courses, there is exposure to almost every type of media.
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M.A. in Journalism and Media Industries - Batch of 2024
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Teachers are helpful in nature.
Placements: In the year 2023 placement season, 100% students of in journalism get placed. The average package offered by the companies is Rs 7,10,000/- per year. The highest package offered by the companies is Rs 12,00,000/- per year. The top recruiters are Network 18, The Times of India, etc. Coming for the campus placement.
Infrastructure: The studio with a chroma studio, a massive shooting floor, a PCR room, a Teleprompter Pro System, 2 studio cameras, and audio equipment. The central library has a collection of over 2 Lacs books on various topics as well as a wide range of journals and magazines.
Faculty: The teachers are friendly in nature and guide the students for the future as well as for their careers. The teachers are well qualified and have a great knowledge of the subject. This course makes the students industry-ready. The exams are held semester-wise as well as mid-semester-wise.
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MBA in Communication Management - Batch of 2021
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All round development at SIMC.
Placements: The highest salary in the past year was 13L PA, with the lowest being around 4LPA and the average is around 6-6.5 LPA. The top roles offered vary from specialisation to specialisation and also according to the need on the organisation. However, to name a few, brand manager, media planner, PR professional, journalist etc. 100% of students from my batch secured an internship even amidst a pandemic.
Infrastructure: In the academic block, we have great facilities of classrooms and labs for MBA students and proper studios and work stations for M.A. students. We have a Wi-Fi in the Academic block and a huge library with a set of computers in it (Apart from the ones in the computer lab). There are 2 hostels both for girls as well as the boys to accommodate us. We have a LAN system for the internet in the hostels and attached bathrooms. We have a 2 floor mess which serves 3 meals and high tea in the evening. Apart from that we have 2 canteens and certain departmental stores in the campus. Our campus facilitate each and every sport from football, to basketball, to badminton to swimming to chess and carrom too.
Faculty: The teachers are very much knowledgeable. Not only that but we also have a lot of industry experts who teach us as the visiting faculty to keep us updated about the current industry norms. The course structure and the curriculum is pretty decent and helpful.
Other: The reason why I chose this course was because it is a blend of both management as well as media. SIMC is the only college in the country that provides and MBA degree in Communication management. It not only focuses on academics but on the overall development of the students. I can say so with confidence because I have seen a change in myself. It is a student run college, hence all the events are managed and organised by the students itself.
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Q:   What is the MA placement record at SIMC Pune?
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Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication candidate can refer the past year data. The institute recorded a 100% placement rate for MA with the highest package of INR 6.87 LPA and average of 4.22 LPA If you are planning to apply for SIMC MA, the below information can give you an idea of the kind of placement opportunities that you can expect. Its important to note that the placement records can vary from year to year.

Past year Batch

MA in Mass Communication

MA in Mass Communication (Audio Visual)

the highest Salary

INR 5.00 LPA

INR 6.87 LPA

Average Salary

INR 4.22 LPA

INR 4.80 LPA

Q:   How many attempts are allowed in SNAP exam?
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Every candidate can make three attempts in SNAP exam. The SNAP exam is conducted in three sessions in a gap of one or two weeks. Candidates can mention their number of attempts in the SNAP application form. However, they will have to pay application fee per session. Thus, candidates who are sure of making multiple attempts only then they should apply for multiple sessions as the fee amount is non-refundable.  The scores of best attempt will be taken into consideration for shortlisting of candidates for Group Exercise, Personal Interview and Writing Ability Test.

Ideally candidates must take all three attempts as the difficulty level of the sessions could be different and it may so happen that one session is easy and candidates can score high in that.

Q:   Who are the top recruiters of SIMC Pune for MBA?
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Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication has released its placements 2023 report. As per the report, the the highest package and average package offered to MBA (Communication Management) stood at INR 20.50 LPA and INR 8.24 LPA.  The top recruiters of SIMC Pune in placements 2023 were:

  • Cognizant
  • Vedanta
  •  Network 18
  • Thomson Reuters
Q:   How can I get admission at SIMC?
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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
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 & 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

SIMC Pune Placements 2025

Top Recruiters

Amazon
Infosys
ICICI
Linkedin
TVS Motors
Vedanta
Edelman
Viacom 18
Times Now
Hindustan Times
Madison World
Cognizant
Zomato
Dell
Ferrero
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Q:   What is the MBA placement record at SIMC Pune?
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MBA placement records remain strong for Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication, Pune. The highest package offered during SIMC Pune MBA Communication Management placements 2025 was INR 21 LPA. The average package was 8.44 LPA. The placement percentage in 2025 was 100%.

SIMC Pune
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4/5
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Placement Review IconPlacements3.8
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MBA in Communication Management - Batch of 2015
3.2
3.0Placements3.0Infrastructure3.0Faculty4.0Crowd & Campus Life3.0Value for Money
Placements could have been better in 2015.
Placements: Most of the students from our batch got placed. The top advertising and PR agencies usually visit our college for recruitment. Apart from that, a lot of corporate firms also visit here. I specialised in PR, and during my tenure, companies like Edelman, Weber Shandwick, Perfect Relations and GBM had visited our college for placements. But major corporates which visit here mostly prefer students who have the experience, which is a bit disappointing thing. The placement cell also didn't really perform much in terms of salary negotiation with firms.
Infrastructure: Like any other college, the quality of the food served in our college mess was also pretty average. Since Symbiosis Lavale Campus is situated on the hills, you don't get many options to have food. You can have only the mess food. However, there is a gym which is pretty good, and the campus was highly active. There were a lot of options for students in sports and cultural activities. Our college has a pool, massive football ground, squash court and a badminton court.
Faculty: Guest faculty members were really good here. During our tenure, the dean of our college is Mr. Chandan Chatterjee, who used to make students not to depend on others. The course curriculum needs to be improved a little. It doesn't make students industry-ready, but overall, it is decent.
Other: A lot of events are organised on the campus all the time. Since Lavale Campus houses four colleges, there is a lot of scope to interact with students of other colleges. The campus crowd is really good.
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MBA in Communication Management - Batch of 2021
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4.0Placements5.0Infrastructure5.0Faculty5.0Crowd & Campus Life5.0Value for Money
Really good experience and would definitely recommend this college.
Placements: Above 90% students are placed unless you choose to venture on your own. The highest package was 14L and the lowest was 5L. Top recruiting companies will be Kantar, Group, Vedanta, Publicizes, Cognizant etc. 100% students got internship in companies like Jio Saavn, Group, Gozoop, Wedding Sutra, Watconsult etc. Roles offered usually involve social media manager, content manager, research associate etc.
Infrastructure: The facilities are great. No AC in the hostels and you don't need it too because it's pretty chilly most of the time on the hills. The classrooms are great with gallery style seating and projectors and whiteboards. The food is standard and there are other options of food available.
Faculty: Most of the teachers are Ph.D. They are extremely helpful and guide us all the time. The overall atmosphere is very warm and welcoming. The media industry is always evolving and the course also keeps on changing. We have AR, VR courses now since it's becoming so popular.
Other: I chose this course because I wanted to work at an ad agency. The best thing is the knowledge that you gain and the relevance of the course. We have Fest-o-comm which is the annual fest conducted by SIMC. We have different circles and cells for extracurriculars. The campus is beautiful and picturesque.
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4.0Placements5.0Infrastructure5.0Faculty5.0Crowd & Campus Life3.0Value for Money
Review of SIMC Pune - Symbiosis Institute of Media & Communication.
Placements: I cannot provide the placements information as of now because I am in this college from few days. Due to the pandemic, we are having online classes from home so I cannot interact with the seniors who had their placements this year. As far as I have heard, the roles offered are in the production houses or content creating. Some of them prefer freelancing. Some students work in movies or television. Some make documentaries and others make advertising films.
Infrastructure: The institute has top-class facilities. The infrastructure of our college is one of the best in the country. Many films have been shot here. Our college is beautiful, picturesque and the best experience to live among nature. The hills feel like a home away from home. It is surrounded by people from all over the country and even some from abroad. It has people from all cultures and religions. The animals, especially the dogs, can be seen everywhere and all love them. The rains are constant throughout the year, and the weather is beautiful. Wi-Fi facility is available here. Classrooms are well-equipped, and the library is the best. You get a lot of facilities in the library, both online and physical library. Hostels are great. It is a residential course, so it is compulsory to live in a hostel for the whole 2 years. There is a huge sports ground, and all kinds of sports, indoors and outdoors games are available here. There is a gym, swimming pool and basketball court. Our college also conducts an annual college sports event. There are a mess and a midnight canteen. The canteen serves better food than a mess. Labs are great with a lot of facilities.
Faculty: Professors in our college are the best, and all of them have been in the industry from so many years. They are well-experienced, helpful, understanding and caring. The course curriculum is good. I am from a non-media background, so the first semester is just the basics from the scratch of mass communication. M.A students have to do 2 internships in 2 years. Since I have just started college, I cannot say more about the benefits of the course curriculum.
Other: The institute is student-driven. There are various cells and circles by students and for students. They keep on conducting various events and fests throughout the year, which helps the students to show their skills. Festocomm and SimCuts are the flagship events. Freshers is also one of the great events organised at our college, and it is known as Aarambh.
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MBA in Communication Management - Batch of 2021
4.4
4.0Placements4.0Infrastructure5.0Faculty5.0Crowd & Campus Life4.0Value for Money
Our college provides you with good opportunities.
Placements: Our college is good for students. The highest salary package offered is 20 LPA, and the lowest salary package offered is 3 LPA. Placements depend upon the performance of students not only in academics but also on personal development skills and technical skills like data analytics. All students got an internship for different job roles.
Infrastructure: The infrastructure of our college is very attractive and good. Our college provides all facilities like indoor games and sports grounds. The canteen serves tasty food for students. Our college provides a Wi-Fi facility. The library is a perfect place to study, and it has all kinds of books, magazines and journals. The hostels are well-maintained, and the food served in the mess is very hygienic.
Faculty: Faculty members in our college are well-qualified and educated. They know the current situation of the markets, and they update us timely and suggest the skills we require to become industry-ready. It is very important to listen to the faculty because their experience makes your way easy. The course curriculum is perfect.
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MBA in Communication Management - Batch of 2018
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5.0Placements5.0Infrastructure1.0Faculty5.0Crowd & Campus Life2.0Value for Money
The college is worth the money paid if students intend to learn.
Placements: Almost 99% of the students got placed. The highest salary package offered is 12 LPA, the lowest salary package offered is 3.75 LPA and the average salary package offered is 6 LPA. Top recruiting companies of our college are Vedanta, ICICI and BARC. Almost 99% of the students got an internship. Top roles offered to the students are strategy, creative and communications. Placements team helps students in getting groomed to face the industry panellists by organising various interfaces with industry experts.
Infrastructure: Our college provides Wi-Fi, labs, classrooms and a library. Hostel rooms are good with efficient spacing and ventilation, and the quality of food was also amazing as compared to other colleges. Our college has a world-class library, amazing swimming pool, good ground for sports and infrastructure facilities.
Faculty: Faculty members here were highly unimpressive except for a few. The kind of education imparted had good quality with multiple facets being covered and shared. There were efforts to include industry exposure and other activities to give a holistic perspective to the students.
Other: I have chosen this course because it course gave me a holistic perspective of media and how business in media function.
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SIMC Pune Admission Updates 2026

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India Today– / –33
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Q:   What is the ranking of SIMC Pune?
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Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication has been ranked by various renowned ranking bodies. Some of the SIMC rankings 2024 are as follows:

  • Ranked #2 under the category 'Private Media School' by Outlook-iCare 2024 rankings.
  • Ranked #3 by India Today Media School in the 2024.
  • Ranked #4 under the category 'Best Media School' by The Week 2024 rankings.
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SIMC offers scholarships to the students based on the following categories:

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Q:   Is SIMC Pune affiliated with any university?
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Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication (SIMC) is affiliated with Symbiosis International University. The college has won 4 Golds 1 Silver awards at the Media and Creative Education Edutainment Awards in 2024. SIMC Pune offers courses in MBA in Communication Management and two specialised courses in MA - Journalism and Media Industries and MA - Film, Television and Digital Production.

Q:   What is the selection process for M.A and what is the minimum IPU CET score required at SIMC Pune?
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Greetings,

SIMC Pune selects M.A. candidates without using the IPU CET! Their procedure entails: SNAP or SIMC MA (MC) Admission Exam: Slay the institute-specific test (high 90s!) or the national SNAP (75+ percentile). Conversation in Groups & Individual Interviews: Demonstrate communication, teamwork, and course fit. Written Proficiency Test: Write clearly and effectively. Cutoffs change, so set your sights high and pay attention to more than just your score!

Thank you.

Q:   Which are the PGs and hostels available close to SIMC Pune?
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Yes, there are many hostels available near the college with good accommodation and food here are some:

  • Perth Hostel by Zero Jhanjhat
  •  Pg near Gokhalenagar bimdeep hos soc flot no 18, near kill bill school
  • Boys PG in viman nagar 
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Yes, you can get admission to the SIMC Pune MA course if you have 60% marks in graduation. The eligibility for MA at SIMC Pune is having a bachelor's degree with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks (45% marks for SC/ST). Students just have to register and apply for the course and clear the selection ro

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There are several good colleges and universities in Pune to pursue MA in mass communication. There are both government and private colleges/universities in Pune. See below some colleges for MA in Pune:

  • UNIPUNE - Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU)
  • DES Pune University
  • MIT School of Film and Theatre,

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While filling out the application form for the SIMC Pune MA programme. Some documents need to be kept handy. The needed documents are:

  • Certificates & marksheets of Class 10 & 12
  • Graduation marksheet and certificate
  • Migration certificate
  • Transfer certificate
  • Character certificate
  • Caste certificate
  • Passport-

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The MA at SIMC Pune is generally thought as a good choice because of its curriculum and syllabus. The MA programme at SIMC Pune focuses on promoting critical and innovative thinking. The course fosters communication experts with strong leadership skills, teamwork abilities, etc. the first two semest

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Yes, the SIMC Pune offers MA programme in two different specialisations. The specialisations provided by the institute are Journalism & Media Industries and Film, Television, & Digital Production. The MA programme at SIMC Pune is a two-year programme divided into four semesters. It is a residential

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