IIM Calcutta - Indian Institute of Management Joka Kolkata Answered Questions

Hi Paurvi,
To get admission in IIM A, B, C, it is mandatory to take CAT and achieve a good score. Simply, looking at the percentages, it is very difficult to guess, if you can get a call. In case, you secure a good CAT score, your application rating should be good considering these scores.

There are multiple campuses of Iims now. I am sure you are aware of that. Which campus do you wish to know about? Besides, the structure is same. Over the years, IIMC has expanded and started Postgraduate
Diploma courses in Journalism (English and
Hindi, Advertising and Public Relation and Radio &
TV) (As the Prospectus says)
You shall be highly benefitted if you go through this details document:
http://www.iimc.nic.in/WriteReadData/userfiles/file/18/admisition/Prospectus.pdf.

Hi Harleen,
You can find all the information regarding the IIMC exam by clicking the below links:
https://www.shiksha.com/college/indian-institute-of-mass-communication/exams/iimc-entrance-exam/pattern
https://www.shiksha.com/college/indian-institute-of-mass-communication/exams/iimc-entrance-exam/sample-papers.

Hi Koushal!
IIMC does not offer any Bachelors course. It only offers post graduate courses in various media avenues. You can refer to this link to find the best colleges in India for Mass communication https://www.shiksha.com/mass-communication-media/ranking/top-mass-communication-colleges-in-india/99-2-0-0-0.

Hi Harleen!
I would say that a comprehensive plan in studies will help you reach your target. The time table for the study plan should be in tune with your daily needs and schedule. As far as the preparation is concerned, I would suggest you to spend quality time everyday at reading journals, magazines, newspapers, etc. And for GK, you can refer Competition Success Review for updates on current affairs. You may also refer the following books:
Arihant Mass Communication Journalism Entrance Examination
Mass Communication and Journalism Entrance Examination by Dheeraj Pandey
Guide to Journalism and Mass Communication Entrance Examination by Students Aid Publication
Manorama Yearbook.

Hi Anushree!
IIMC is one of the most premium colleges in India for mass communication. Having a degree or Diploma from IIMC will add value to your resume and gives you a credibility as a preferred employee. IIMC's placement cell is also very active and students have been placed in all reputed media organisations. As far as a college is concerned, I would say, go by the reputation and placement records of the institute. You can refer to this link to find the top colleges in Mass Communication by visiting this page https://www.shiksha.com/mass-communication-media/articles/top-10-mass-communication-colleges-in-india-blogId-13552.