India Today Media Institute: Fees, Courses, Admissions 2025, Placements, Eligibility

The India Today Media Institute highest package has not been disclosed officially. As per the Shiksha students' review, the highest package offered in the past few years passing out batches was around INR 10 LPA. The table below mentions the ITMI the highest package for reference:

The entrance test in ITMI is competitive. But there is no consideration of the marks at degree or other levels either for a "cut-off" or for merit for admission.

The total fees which the students pay at the time of admission and even the yearly fees or semester fees, overall none of the fee is refundable. 

Hence, students do not get their ROI after completing PG Diploma from India Today Media Institute - ITMI.

India Today Media Institute (ITMI) offers 5 courses. The total fees for 22 months post graduate course is 5.15 Lakhs. The highest salary package offered here is 3.12 Lakh.

Delhi School of Communication (DSC) offers only 2 courses. The total fees for 2 years post graduate course is 5.45 lakhs. The highest salary package offered here is Rs 12.00 Lakh. 

So in my opinion, I think ITMI would be a better choice. 

Certification at India Today Media Institute - ITMI costs Rs 50,000 - 1,00,000 for 6 months.

It provides access to state-of-the-art media technology, learning from some of the best minds in the industry, unparalleled exposure to the world of newsmakers, thinkers, nation-builders and lawmakers; focus on learning coupled with experiential lab sessions.

Students who are pursuing PG Diploma programme at ITMI Noida have to go for mandatory internship for a period of six months, spanning the major departments and channels of India Today Group. Meritorious students pursuing PG Diploma at India Today Media Institute may get a chance for paid internship depending on fulfilling the eligibility criteria set by the organisation.

The highest salary package offered in India Today Media Institute is 3.12 Lacs per annum. Top recruiters are - Prime Focus Technologies, ABP News, CNN News18, Dainik Bhaskar, Amar Ujala, CNBC TV18, news 24, axis My India.

The highest Salary package offered in The Delhi School of Communication is 12.00 Lacs per annum. Top recruiters are - Wunderman Thompson, Adfactor PR, Edelman, Ogilvy, Weber Shandwick, Mullen Lowe Lintas, Havas Media, Value 360.

Hence, on comparison of both the data's, the result is that Delhi School of Communication offers better placements as compared to India Today Media Institute.

The 2024 placement details have not been released. It will be updated on this page as and when released. As per the data fetched from the official website, the leading companies that participated in recent years' India Today Media Institute placements included renowned Media and News channels such as Aaj Tak, Zee News, LiveLaw.in, TV18, and many others. A few recruiters are mentioned below:

ITMI fee details for the PG courses - 

• Post Graduate Diploma (11 months) - Rs 3,15,000.
• Certification (6 months) -  Rs 50,000 - 1,00,000.

PG Diploma in Mass Communication graduates can join media organizations, research institutes, magazines, radio, television. Hence, it's not expensive, it's worth it. Since there are many factors in which one can take advantage of gaining a lot of knowledge for their better future.

India Today Media Institute does not offer direct admission to candidates in any of the PG Diploma courses. India Today Media Institute admission process 2024 is entrance based for PG Diploma programme. For admission to the PG Diploma programme, candidates must appear for ITMI Admission Test followed by the Group Discussion, Personal Interview and Essay writing test. 

Yes, the institute has a dedicated Corporate Relations Cell (CRC). The cell prepares the students for the real corporate world and has also maintained good relations with the corporate giants. The institute also assures 100% internships to its students. The important details related to India Today Media Institute placements are mentioned below:

NOTE: The above placement details are fetched from Shiksha students' reviews.

All the post graduate programmes requires a candidate to be a graduate. Three-year degree will be considered. A minimum of 15 years of schooling (1st standard through college) is required for admission.

A students must have at least of minimum eligibility criteria i.e. 45 % in their graduation in bachelor's degree i.e. in 10+2+3.

India Today Media Institute admission 2025 is both entrance-based and interview-based. A minimum of Class 12 is required for Bachelor's degree in any discipline for PG Diploma admission. Given below is eligibility criteria for both the courses offered at ITMI Noida:

The official website does not include any placement statistics. As per the data gathered from Shiksha students' reviews, the highest package offered in recent placements was INR 10 LPA. Further, the average package stood at INR 2.50 LPA. Check the ITMI placement packages from the table below: 

India Today Media Institute (ITMI) does not accept XAT scores. Instead, it conducts its own Admission Test, followed by group discussions, personal interviews, and essay writing. Candidates can apply online and pay the application fee of INR 1,200 and then go through the detailed application process. Applicants may reach out to the admissions office via email or phone for further assistance.

ITMI was established in 2005. It is a private institute located in Noida. The institute offers paid Internships for all eligible students and provides assured Internships in India Today.

It offers PG Diploma courses in the field of Mass Communication, Journalism, Media & Entertainment Management, Digital Infographics, and Visual Communication. The institute offers two certificate courses. ITMI conducts various training sessions and workshops that help students to become industry-ready & succeed.

Top recruiting companies are - India Today Group, Dentsu, News Nation, Publicis Media, Ndtv, Times Now, ABP News, PTI, GroupM, Maverick India, Wion etc.

They do not consider the marks at degree or other levels either for a cut-off or for merit for admission even the entrance tests are difficult level.

The age limit for the course is 30 years as on date of admission. Our testing process alone will make you eligible or ineligible. They require minimum of 45 % in bachelor's degree. They do not need the percentage of 12th.

A candidate with a minimum percentage 45 in their graduation in bachelor's degree i.e. in 10+2+3 are eligible for the PG Diploma courses at India Today Media Institute. 

All the post graduate programmes requires a candidate to be a graduate. Three-year degree will be considered. 

India Today Media Institute has received good reviews for its PG Diploma programme in terms of placements, infrastructure and faculty members from the alumni and students. According to the verified Shiksha Reviews, the following insights have been received from the students:

• The salary package offered ranges from INR 2.6 LPA to INR 10 LPA 
• The highest salary offered was INR 10 LPA
• Companies like Aaj Tak, CNN News 18, Radio, etc. have participated in the placement process
• Diverse set of roles such as copywriter, video editor, reporter, etc. are offered to students 
• The college provides 100% guaranteed internships

The India Today Media Institute alumni are spread across multiple sectors. They are primarily working in the Media sector. Some of the eminent companies where the alumni are placed include News Nation, Amar Ujala, Amazon, and Publicis Sapient, among others. Take a look at the table below mentioning the companies where ITMI alumni are placed:

India Today Media Institute has a fee refund policy. The institute will refund INR 5,000 for refundable equipment and library deposit after candidates complete the course. Only those students can claim the amount who have duly adhered to the payment obligations during the course tenure. The students will be required to submit “No Dues” certificates for claiming the refund.

A mandatory deposit of INR 40,000 shall not be returned under any circumstances once the payment has been made to book the seat. No refunds shall be made to the students opting for payment options B or C and choose to withdraw after the course begin.

If a student has opted for payment option A and decides to withdraw the admission before the course begin, the fees will be refunded after standard deduction in case the entire amount of the fee has been paid during the time of admission.

No refunds shall be made after the timeline elapsed.

For more details regarding India Today Media Institute fee refund policy 2024, candidates can either refer to the official website of the institute or can visit the institute's campus.

Note: This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change.