IIMC Entrance Exam Pattern 2025: Check Exam Parameter & Weightage

Q: Do I have to give two separate exams for (IIMC) PG Diploma, i.e. CUET PG and IIMC exam?

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 paper of CUET-PG is for IIMC admissions?

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: Do reserved category candidates get some relaxation on IIMC entrance exam application fee?

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.

Q: Is IIMC a good institute for post graduation in Journalism and Mass Communication?

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.

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Updated on Sep 11, 2025 14:11 IST

By Nupur Jain, Senior Executive - Editorial

IIMC Entrance Exam Pattern 2025: The exam body, the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC), prescribes the exam pattern under the supervision of the National Testing Agency (NTA) for every program. This is done since admissions for most PG courses at IIMC are done through CUET. It is essential that the aspirants go through the exam pattern of IIMC 2025. It includes information related to the exam sections, marking scheme, time duration, etc. The duration for the CUET-PG Mass Communication paper for IIMC Entrance is 90 minutes (earlier, 105 minutes). Along with the pattern, candidates must also check the IIMC Syllabus which includes the subjects, topics, and sub-topics on which the questions will be based. For effective preparation for the exam, candidates are also advised to solve the IIMC Question Papers. Candidates can check all the details related to the IIMC Entrance Exam Pattern 2025 here.

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IIMC Entrance Exam Pattern 2025
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IIMC Entrance Exam Pattern FAQs

IIMC Entrance Exam Pattern 2025

According to the IIMC Entrance Exam pattern, there will be two separate Entrance Exams in two separate sittings on the same day. One for 4 courses other than regional language journalism, i.e., for PG Diploma in Hindi Journalism, PG Diploma in English Journalism, PG Diploma in Public Relations & Advertising, and PG Diploma in Radio & Television. The other test will be for Regional Language Journalism courses (Odia, Marathi, Malayalam and Urdu). Each Test will be Two Hours (120 minutes) long. Examinees will have to take 100 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) on General Knowledge & General Aptitude including a few general questions from the field of Media & Communication carrying 100 marks. The pattern is further elaborated in the table below.

Course

No. of Questions

Time

Marks

PG Diplomas in Hindi Journalism, English Journalism, Radio & TV Journalism, Digital Media, Advertising & Public Relations

The no. of questions will be 100 and divided into two parts
Part A: Consisting of Language Comprehension/Verbal Ability, General Awareness, Mathematical/Quantitative Ability and Analytical Skills comprising of 25 MCQs.
Part B: Domain Knowledge comprising of 75 MCQs.

90 mins

300 marks

Regional Language PG Diploma Journalism courses (Odia, Marathi, Malayalam and Urdu)

The question paper will be descriptive and objective. There will be Long, Short and Multiple-Choice question (MCQ) type questions.

Note: There will not be any interview or group discussion. Candidates will be selected purely based on written test.

2 hrs

100 marks

Aspirants who are shortlisted based on their performance in the IIMC Entrance Test 2025 need to appear for a group discussion and/ or interview rounds. The weightage for the group discussion round is 10 marks and the interview round is 15 marks. Candidates are shortlisted for admission based on their performance in the written test as well as the interview/ group discussion round.

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IIMC Entrance Exam 2025 Preparation Tips

IIMC is one of the most prestigious Mass Communication institutes in the country. Its popularity attracts a large number of applicants each year, making the entrance exam super competitive. Some simple but effective IIMC entrance exam preparation tips are listed below.

Understand the IIMC entrance exam syllabus and pattern clearly
Collect all the study material you might need such as recommended books, sample papers, mock tests, etc.
Since a big part of the test is general awareness and media knowledge, stick to one or two topic-specific guidebooks.
Practicce some sample papers and older IIMC Entrance Exam question papers.
Keep up with the current affairs by reading a newspaper regularly. You can also download some news application on your smartphone.
Make a weekly and daily plan according to the exam date.
Dedicate specific days to specific topics while regularly going through current affairs.
Make short notes that you can go through at the end of the day or whenever you have the time. Remember that revision is the key to retaining everything that you have learned.
Take breaks. If you dedicate long hours to preparation, you might get burnt out faster than you'd like. Keep your breaks your short and then get back to studying.

Commonly asked questions

Q: Do I have to give two separate exams for (IIMC) PG Diploma, i.e. CUET PG and IIMC exam?

Q: What paper of CUET-PG is for IIMC admissions?

IIMC Entrance Exam Pattern FAQs

Some additional FAQs are provided in the space below.

Commonly asked questions

Q: Do reserved category candidates get some relaxation on IIMC entrance exam application fee?

Q: Is IIMC a good institute for post graduation in Journalism and Mass Communication?

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The IIMC entrance exam question paper will include 100 Multiple Choice Questions based on General Knowledge & General Aptitude including a few general questions from the field of Media & Communication. Candidates will get 120 minutes to complete their exam.

Nupur Jain

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