M.A. in Visual Effects and Animation 

at AJK Mass Communication Research Centre, Okhla

CUET eligibility requirements for Jamia Millia Islamia: Academic background:

It is expected of you to have taken a class 12 or similar exam. Minimum score required to qualify: A minimum of 50% of the total points in the qualifying exam or the relevantThe JMI Entrance Exam or the CUET (conducted by NTA) is required for admission to Jamia Millia Islamia's BA and BA (Hons) programs, which have an annual intake of over 800 students (including all specializations).

 Until 2021, all specializations' admission was contingent upon passing the JMI entrance exam.Candidates should be aware of the best preparation methods because the Jamia Millia Islamia entrance exam is difficult to pass

Candidates seeking MA admission at AJK Mass Communication Research Centre must apply and appear for the JMI Entrance Exam. The exam is conducted for admission to various courses offered at Jamia Millia Islamia. The application process for the exam is usually conducted between March and April every year. In 2025, the application window opened on March 5 and is expected to remain open till April 10, 2025. Aspirants can apply online through the official JMI website.

The aim of the written test of JMI Entrance Exam for M.A. Mass Communication subject is to test the knowledge and aptitude of the candidate and to ascertain the fact that the applicant is suitable for the course. The question paper of Mass Communication subject is divided into two parts. Part A is based on multiple choice questions and Part B is based on descriptive questions.

In Part A, questions related to national and international political issues/personalities, General Knowledge, Film, Television and other media and Art, Literature and culture are asked. Whereas, the descriptive paper comprises of essay type long answers which reflect the candidates' critical understanding of contemporary issues and the media. This paper also evaluates candidates' skill in visualization, story-telling and their creative aptitude. Candidates qualifying the written examination and shortlistted for interview will be required to send e-portfolios.

Expected Cutoff Range for M.A. at JMI Kidwai MCRC:

General Category: 55-65

OBC: 50-60

SC/ST: 45-50

The official data on PG Diploma placements at AJK Mass Communication Research Centre has not been released by the institute. However, several PG Diploma students have reviewed the institute's placements on Shiksha.com. The following placements information has been collated from the AJK MCRC reviews available so far:

Yes, AJK Mass Communication Research Centre follows the seat reservation policies prescribed by its affiliating university, i.e. Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI). The institute reserves certain seats for various categories. The reservation policy prescribed by JMI is as follows:

• Two seats in each programme offered at AJK MCRC are reserved for Kashmiri Migrants
• Two seats in each programme offered at AJK MCRC are reserved for candidates from J&K
• 5% seats in all Undergraduate/Degree/Diploma/Certificate Programs must be filled by internal students of Jamia who have passed their qualifying examination of the concerned programme (X/XII/Gradaution) from Jamia schools/institutes as regular students
• 5% seats in all programmes in Jamia Millia Islamia shall be reserved for physically challenged persons in accordance with the provisions of the Persons with Disabilities (Ministry of Social Justice Empowerment) Gazette Notification Dated June 15, 2017

The following seat reservation provisions apply to candidates belonging to Muslim Minorities:

• 30% of the total number of seats in each programme shall be earmarked for Muslim applicants
• 10% of the total number of seats in each programme shall be earmarked for Women applicants who are Muslims
• 10% of the total number of seats in each programme shall be earmarked for “Other Backward Classes” (OBCs) and Scheduled Tribes who are Muslims, as per the list notified by the Central Government

Yes, a full-time PG Diploma is available at AJK Mass Communication Research Centre (MCRC). AJK MCRC is a constituent unit of Jamia Millia Islamia. The PG-level course lasts one year. The institute offers three specialisations under the PG Diploma programme. These specialisations are Acting, Still Photography & Visual Communication, and Broadcast Technology. Admission to the programme is entrance-based. For more information, candidates must visit the institute's official website.