IIMC Entrance Exam 2025 Preparations

Indian Institute of Mass Communication Entrance Exam 2026 ( IIMC Entrance Exam )

Nupur Jain
Updated on Nov 15, 2025 14:40 IST

By Nupur Jain, Senior Executive - Editorial

IIMC Entrance Exam 2025 Preparation - The Indian Institute of Mass Communication offers admission through CUET-PG and the IIMC entrance exam. The number of seats at IIMC is extremely low compared to the number of students taking the test. To increase their chances of getting admission, students must have their preparation strategies ready well before the exam. In this article, we will discuss how to prepare for CUET-PG for mass communication and the IIMC Entrance. Along with IIMC Entrance Exam preparation tips, students must also be aware of the pattern, marking scheme, and syllabus of the test. Let's get started. 

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Table of contents
  • Stepwise Preparation for IIMC Entrance Exam 2025
  • IIMC Entrance Exam Highlights
  • How to prepare for IIMC Entrance Exam 2025?
  • Prep Books for IIMC Entrance Exam
  • FAQs on IIMC Entrance Exam Preparation
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Stepwise Preparation for IIMC Entrance Exam 2025

The steps to go about your IIMC Entrance Exam preparation are here.

  • Know the syllabus thoroughly.
  • Get all the study material required for the entrance exam to help prepare better.
  • Understand the exam pattern and marking scheme so that you can prepare accordingly.
  • Create a day-to-day, weekly and monthly timetable on how much material to cover on a daily basis.
  • Solve question papers, and sample papers and give mock tests to know your strengths and weaknesses.
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Is IIMC a good institute for post graduation in Journalism and Mass Communication?
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Yes, at IIMC they exclusively offer postgraduate courses. It is one of the most popular and sought-after institutes for mass media higher education. It's an autonomous society under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. Students from across the country and abroad apply for their entrance in great numbers. They also have 5 regional centres across the country in addition to the IIMC Delhi campus. Their motive is to provide quality higher education in the field of mass communication and contribute educated individuals that further the Indian society.

Q:   Do reserved category candidates get some relaxation on IIMC entrance exam application fee?
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Yes, reserved category candidates get relaxation on the IIMC Entrance Exam application fee for PG Diploma courses. For most courses the application fee of CUET PG exam is applicable. While for PG Diploma courses in regional languages the application fee is decided by IIMC. OBC and EWS applicants have to pay INR 600. SC, ST and third gender candidates have to pay INR 550 while PwD candidates have to pay INR 500.

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IIMC Entrance Exam Highlights

Some key information about the exam is provided in the table below. 

Particulars 

Details 

Exam Name

IIMC Entrance Exam (Indian Institute of Mass Communication Entrance Exam)

Exam for Course Level

PG level

Mode

Online

Test Duration

2 Hours

No. of Test Cities

25 cities

Exam Helpdesk No.

011-26741352

Exam Website & Email

http://www.iimc.gov.in/

iimc1965@gmail.com  

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What paper of CUET-PG is for IIMC admissions?
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The CUET-PG 'Mass Communication and Journalism' paper (paper code - COQP17) is meant for all mass comm entrance (of the participating institutes) including IIMC entrance. CUET PG 2025 for Mass Communication and Journalism paper was conducted on March 29, 2025. Examinees had to take the test within 90 minutes. They were presented with 75 MCQs from topics like general awareness, awareness of current public issues, Indian History and social sciences, IT and its application, and mass media and society. 

Q:   What is the total marks of the IIMC entrance exam?
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The total marks of IIMC entrance exam is:

CourseMarks
PG Diplomas in Hindi Journalism, English Journalism, Radio & TV Journalism, Digital Media, Advertising & Public Relations300 marks
Regional Language PG Diploma Journalism courses (Odia, Marathi, Malayalam and Urdu)100 marks
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How to prepare for IIMC Entrance Exam 2025?

Candidates can go through following tips on how to prepare for entrance test.

Go Through IIMC Entrance Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme 

A candidate must clearly understand the IIMC Entrance Exam pattern. One should know what sections will cover which subject, duration, mode and medium of entrance exam, how many questions will be asked and weightage of marks. The candidate should know number of sections in question paper and how many marks each section carries.

Get Familiar with IIMC Entrance Exam Syllabus

To perform and score well in entrance exam, candidates have to go through IIMC Entrance Exam syllabus thoroughly. Strategize your plans on a daily, weekly and monthly basis. Consider following points. 

  • Make a subject wise list of topics.
  • Segregate the subjects and topics into easy and difficult categories based on experience.
  • Note down topics which carry maximum weightage (based on previous years’ question papers).

Go through Prep Books

Along with syllabus, aspirants should have enough prep books while preparing for entrance exam. It is advised to purchase at least two to three prep books to help better understand type of questions asked in exam. The prep books will give you an idea of syllabus and much more.

Prepare a Timetable

One of the most important elements while preparing for an entrance exam is time management. Candidates need to work out a timetable as to how much material to cover on a daily, weekly and monthly basis. By making a plan a candidate can cover all topics which are going to appear in entrance exam. Revise syllabus and material, and attempt as many question papers, mock papers and past question papers as possible to help you prepare better.

Refer to Past Years Question Papers

The best possible way to understand entrance exam is by solving the last five years’ question papers. Also, by solving the previous question papers, you can understand which subjects are given high importance.

Solve Sample Papers and Mock Papers

The best way to know one’s strengths and weaknesses is by solving question papers, sample papers, mock tests. Through this, you can also figure out the best approach to be followed when you head out to attempt the IIMC entrance exam.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Do I have to give two separate exams for (IIMC) PG Diploma, i.e. CUET PG and IIMC exam?
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No, IIMC considers CUET-PG scores for admissions. Once you pass the entrance test, the further rounds of the selection process like interviews and counselling are conducted by IIMC. Unless, you wish to apply for PG Diploma in Journalism in Odia, Marathi, Urdu or Malayalam. For these courses IIMC conducts their own entrance exam. You can check out their website for more.

Q:   What is the duration of the IIMC entrance exam?
A: 

There will be two separate Entrance Exams in two separate sittings on the same day. One entrance examination will be for 4 courses i.e., PG Diploma in Hindi Journalism, PG Diploma in English Journalism, PG Diploma in Public Relations & Advertising and PG Diploma in Radio & Television. While the another exam will be for Regional Language Journalism courses (Odia, Marathi, Malayalam and Urdu). Each Test will be of 120 minutes.

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Prep Books for IIMC Entrance Exam

Here are some prep books that candidates can purchase to help them prepare better for the IIMC entrance exam.

Book

Author

Journalism & Mass Communication Entrance Exam Guide (Popular Master Guide) Paperback

RPH Editorial Board

Mass Communication In India

Keval J Kumar

Success Master: Journalism & Mass Communication Entrance Examinations

Arihant Publications

How to Crack the IIMC Entrance Exam

Subhash C. Sonie

Manorama Yearbook

Manorama

Mass Communication: Principles & Concepts

Seema Hasan

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Q:   What is the syllabus of IIMC Entrance Exam?
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Candidates can prepare following topics/subjects for IIMC Entrance Exam.

  • General Awareness, including an understanding of the current trends in social-political-economic sphere.
  • India's socio-political-cultural history, legal and Constitutional provisions, Rights of Citizens,
  • India's developmental issues
  • Global developments and their impact on India
  • Awareness about media scene in India
  • Reasoning, Aptitude and mental make up
  • Language and expression skill
  • Literature, Cinema and Cultural scene
  • Analytical and comprehension skills
  • Ethics and values
  • Social Consciousness
  • Lateral thinking capabilities
  • General awareness about the field of Media & Communication
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FAQs on IIMC Entrance Exam Preparation

Check out frequently asked questions on IIMC entrance exam preparation:

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Q:   How can I apply for IIMC entrance exam?
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To fill the CUET PG application form for courses offered at IIMC candidates will have to visit the official website of the NTA and click on the 'Registration For CUET (PG)' link. Thereafter, candidates need to click on 'New Registration' link. On clicking the link, the form window will open on the screen. Thereafter, candidates can start filling the online application form. Candidates will have to fill the details such as course details, personal details, family details, education details, choice of exam centre, signature and photograph.

Q:   What is the application fee for IIMC Entrance Exam?
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The candidates have to pay the requisite examination fee. Application Fee (for up to three Test papers) for General candidates is INR 1000, for OBC-NCL/GenEWS is INR 800, for SC/ST/Third Gender is INR 750 and PwBD is INR 700. The fee can be submitted only online through Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, UPI Services. Processing charges and GST as applicable are chargeable to the candidate (in addition to the examination fee) by the concerned Bank/Payment Gateway Integrator. 

Q:   What is the selection process for IIMC Entrance Exam?
A: 

The Indian Institute of Mass Communication selects students as per their performance in Common University Entrance Test. CUET is an entrance test conducted by National Testing Agency at national level. The final merit list for admission is prepared based on candidates' overall score out of 100 marks.

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