Bachelor of Journalism Admission 2025: Registration, Qualification, Selection Process

Updated on Jun 11, 2025 02:30 IST
Akansha Bisht

Akansha BishtSenior Executive

Bachelor of Journalism is a UG degree program intended to teach students about the field of digital, print and broadcast media. Students mostly get admission on the basis of Class 12 marks but some colleges ask for CUET scores. The admission eligibility is to pass Class 12 from any stream with at least 50% marks

Continue reading the article for more details on BJ course admission.

Bachelor of Journalism Eligibility

The course eligibility for admission can differ from college to college. You can read this section to know more.

Top Colleges Course Eligibility

Here's the eligibility requirement list for top Bachelor of Journalism colleges in India -

Top Bachelor of Journalism Colleges Eligibility Criteria
RTMNU Nagpur
  • Class 12 from a recognized board.
Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University
  • Class 12 from a recognized board.
Madhya Pradesh Bhoj University
  • Class 12 from a recognized board.
Shri Rawatpura Sarkar University
  • Class 12 from a recognized board.
Anurag University Hyderabad
  • Class 12 from CBSE or any other recognized board.

Note - The info is taken from various sources and may vary.

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General Course Eligibility

Students should take a look at the course eligibility before applying as given here -

Particulars

Details

Bachelor of Journalism Academic Qualifications

Class 12 with any stream (Arts, Science, or Commerce).

Bachelor of Journalism Marks

With a minimum of 50% aggregate score from a recognized board.

Bachelor of Journalism Age Limit

Usually, there is no age limit for a Bachelor of Journalism. However, entrance exams and colleges may have age criteria.

Note - The info is taken from various sources and can vary.

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Bachelor of Journalism Admission Process

Students can follow this basic procedure for admission -

  • First you have to find colleges or universities BJ program

  • Check the eligibility criteria

  • Fill the application form online or offline as the college guide you

  • Submit required documents like mark sheets ID proof photographs and entrance exam score if asked

  • Many colleges accept scores of exams some may also have their own test

  • If selected you need to pay the fees to confirm your admission

  • Complete the enrollment process and get ready to begin the program

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Bachelor of Journalism Admission - Top Colleges

Among thousands of Mass Communication colleges in India, around 45 colleges provide Bachelor of Journalism degrees including government and private institutes. Here are some of the top college options for students' reference -

Bachelor of Journalism Course Admission in Government Colleges

Given below is a list of the top Bachelor of Journalism government colleges -

Best Government Colleges Admission Details Tuition Fee
Dr Harisingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya Bachelor of Journalism Admission INR 1,800
RTMNU Bachelor of Journalism Admission INR 7,000
DDUGU Bachelor of Journalism Admission INR 10,000
Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya Bachelor of Journalism Admission INR 16,000
Delhi School of Journalism, DU Bachelor of Journalism Admission INR 2.5 Lakh

Bachelor of Journalism Course Admission in Private Colleges

Given below is a list of the top Bachelor of Journalism private colleges -

Best Private Colleges Admission Details Tuition Fee
Anjaneya University Bachelor of Journalism Admission INR 27,000
Dr CV Raman University Bachelor of Journalism Admission INR 13,300
Shri Rawatpura Sarkar University Bachelor of Journalism Admission INR 23,200
Shri Shankaracharya Professional University Bachelor of Journalism Admission INR 30,000
Tilak Maharashtra Vidyapeeth Bachelor of Journalism Admission INR 45,000

Note - The info is taken from the official/counselling body and can vary.

Top Bachelor of Journalism Colleges for Placements

Given below is a list of Bachelor of Journalism colleges along with the Bachelor of Journalism placement packages -

Best Bachelor of Journalism Colleges Average Package Offered
Dr Harisingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya Placements INR 3.53 LPA
Gandhi Memorial College of Education Placements INR 3.5 LPA
Shikshan Maharshi Bapuji Salunkhe Mahavidyalaya Placements INR 1.65 LPA

 

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