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Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication Admission Overview 2026

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Q:   Will I get a direct admission in Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication with 60% in Class 12?
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No, Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication does not give UG courses, hence marks of Class 12 alone do not hold good. There is no direct admission for any SIMC program. The candidate should have a graduation degree with 50% and undergo the respective entrance process. Admission is merit and performance-oriented only.

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Q:   Can I join Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication after Class 12?
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No, Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication only offers postgraduate programmes. You must complete a graduation degree with 50% marks to be eligible. After graduation, you can apply for either MBA or MA courses. SIMC is not currently offering any undergraduate programme after Class 12.

 

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Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication, Pune Eligibility & Selection 2026

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Q:   Can I get direct admission at Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication?
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No, Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication does not have direct admissions to any of its courses. All are entrance-based with additional rounds of assessment. For MBA, SNAP is mandatory. Candidates need to pass the personal interview and written ability test for MA programme.

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Q:   Does Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication accept admission through SNAP?
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Yes, Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication does accept SNAP scores for its MBA program. SNAP is the official entrance exam held by Symbiosis International University. The candidates also need to clear GE and PI rounds after SNAP. Admission is final only if the candidate passes all the selection rounds.

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Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication Admission Process 2026

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Q:   Can I take admission to Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication with a Class 12 score?
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No, SIMC does not account for Class 12 marks in admitting students to their courses. For MA courses as well as MBA courses, candidates must hold an undergraduate degree with at least 50% marks to qualify for admission. The process of admission is based on academic merits and performance at entrance tests, so the marks scored at Class 12 are not considered in admitting students to these courses.

Q:   Is Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication admission open?
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Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication (SIMC) admission is open. The application process is conducted online. Candidates can apply online on the official portal. Aspirants must meet the eligibility to apply for a course. Admission to SIMC Pune courses is entrance-based.

Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication, Pune MA Admission 2026

2 courses 2 years
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  • Undergraduate Degree with 50% aggregate

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DatesUpcoming Events
5 Mar '26
M.A. Last date to apply
18 Mar '26
M.A. Shortlist declaration
26 Mar '26
M.A. WAT Dates
28 Mar '26 - 29 Mar '26
M.A. PI Dates
13 Apr '26
M.A. Release of merit list
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Q:   Who is eligible for MA at Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication?
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Candidates need to complete graduation from any recognised university with at least 50% aggregate (45% aggregate for SC/ ST) to apply for MA programme at Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication. Aspirants expecting their final years results can also apply. However, the admission is provisional and subject to obtaining their graduate degree with 50% marks or equivalent grade.

Q:   Which are the MA specialisations offered at Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication?
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Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication offers MA for two-years at the PG level. The programme is divided into four semesters. Candidates can apply for MA in:

  • Journalism & Media Industries
  • Film, Television & Digital Production
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Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication, Pune Application Process 2025

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Q:   What is the application fees for MA at Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication?
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Candidates need to pay a fees to apply at Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication. The application fees for MA is INR 1,500. Candidates can pay the fees via any of the online payment modes. Aspirants must keep the fee receipt with them.

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Q:   How can I apply at Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication?
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Candidates can apply online at the institute. Check below the steps for Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication application process:

  • Go to the website of SIMC Pune.
  • Click on Apply option on the Home page.
  • Register with the basic details to get login credentials.
  • Login to fill out the application form.
  • Upload the documents and pay the application fees.
  • Submit the form.
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Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication, Pune Scholarship

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Q:   Does SIMC offers any scholarship?
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SIMC offers scholarships to the students based on the following categories:

  • University Scholarships
  • International Scholarships
  • Central Scholarships Scheme
  • NHFDC Scholarships for students with disabilities
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SIMC Pune
Students Ratings & Reviews

4/5
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Placement Review IconPlacements3.8
Infrastructure Review IconInfrastructure4.3
Faculty Review IconFaculty & Course3.8
Crowd Review IconCampus Life4.3
Money Review IconValue for Money3.6
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Discontinued (NOV 2025) M.A. in Mass Communication (Audio Visual) - Batch of 2024
5
5Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money
My honest review about my college.
Placements: Placements in general are quite great because of how longstanding the university's reputation is. I am especially pleased with the internship opportunities provided, because of which I even landed a job. However, one batch in every few years may face the brunt of a bad job market. But students can keep in touch with their classmates/seniors for opportunities. I worked with The News Minute and The Hindu Businessline. Other big media companies also frequent the university. Students will have to do two mandatory internships, one summer and one winter.
Infrastructure: Every student is allotted a 2-sharing or 3-sharing room, each with an in-built washroom. Each room also has its own Wi-Fi. The rooms are somewhat spacious. There is enough privacy, also. They are not too concerned about what you do in your private space, except for abusing alcohol/other substances. The hostels also have cleaning staff, so students don't have to worry about cleaning.
Faculty: During the course of two years, the college brought in at least 7 different guest faculty who are experts in their respective fields. Our in-house faculty are also very qualified and experienced in their own ways. The curriculum is designed keeping in mind the industry requirements. Every student could select among the plethora of options offered, picking their own interests and pursuing them further. With the option of electives and flexi-credit courses, there is exposure to almost every type of media.
Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025Read More
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M.A. in Journalism and Media Industries - Batch of 2024
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4Placements4Infrastructure4Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money
Teachers are helpful in nature.
Placements: In the year 2023 placement season, 100% students of in journalism get placed. The average package offered by the companies is Rs 7,10,000/- per year. The highest package offered by the companies is Rs 12,00,000/- per year. The top recruiters are Network 18, The Times of India, etc. Coming for the campus placement.
Infrastructure: The studio with a chroma studio, a massive shooting floor, a PCR room, a Teleprompter Pro System, 2 studio cameras, and audio equipment. The central library has a collection of over 2 Lacs books on various topics as well as a wide range of journals and magazines.
Faculty: The teachers are friendly in nature and guide the students for the future as well as for their careers. The teachers are well qualified and have a great knowledge of the subject. This course makes the students industry-ready. The exams are held semester-wise as well as mid-semester-wise.
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MBA in Communication Management - Batch of 2021
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4Placements5Infrastructure4Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life3Value for Money
All round development at SIMC.
Placements: The highest salary in the past year was 13L PA, with the lowest being around 4LPA and the average is around 6-6.5 LPA. The top roles offered vary from specialisation to specialisation and also according to the need on the organisation. However, to name a few, brand manager, media planner, PR professional, journalist etc. 100% of students from my batch secured an internship even amidst a pandemic.
Infrastructure: In the academic block, we have great facilities of classrooms and labs for MBA students and proper studios and work stations for M.A. students. We have a Wi-Fi in the Academic block and a huge library with a set of computers in it (Apart from the ones in the computer lab). There are 2 hostels both for girls as well as the boys to accommodate us. We have a LAN system for the internet in the hostels and attached bathrooms. We have a 2 floor mess which serves 3 meals and high tea in the evening. Apart from that we have 2 canteens and certain departmental stores in the campus. Our campus facilitate each and every sport from football, to basketball, to badminton to swimming to chess and carrom too.
Faculty: The teachers are very much knowledgeable. Not only that but we also have a lot of industry experts who teach us as the visiting faculty to keep us updated about the current industry norms. The course structure and the curriculum is pretty decent and helpful.
Other: The reason why I chose this course was because it is a blend of both management as well as media. SIMC is the only college in the country that provides and MBA degree in Communication management. It not only focuses on academics but on the overall development of the students. I can say so with confidence because I have seen a change in myself. It is a student run college, hence all the events are managed and organised by the students itself.
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MBA in Communication Management - Batch of 2015
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Placements could have been better in 2015.
Placements: Most of the students from our batch got placed. The top advertising and PR agencies usually visit our college for recruitment. Apart from that, a lot of corporate firms also visit here. I specialised in PR, and during my tenure, companies like Edelman, Weber Shandwick, Perfect Relations and GBM had visited our college for placements. But major corporates which visit here mostly prefer students who have the experience, which is a bit disappointing thing. The placement cell also didn't really perform much in terms of salary negotiation with firms.
Infrastructure: Like any other college, the quality of the food served in our college mess was also pretty average. Since Symbiosis Lavale Campus is situated on the hills, you don't get many options to have food. You can have only the mess food. However, there is a gym which is pretty good, and the campus was highly active. There were a lot of options for students in sports and cultural activities. Our college has a pool, massive football ground, squash court and a badminton court.
Faculty: Guest faculty members were really good here. During our tenure, the dean of our college is Mr. Chandan Chatterjee, who used to make students not to depend on others. The course curriculum needs to be improved a little. It doesn't make students industry-ready, but overall, it is decent.
Other: A lot of events are organised on the campus all the time. Since Lavale Campus houses four colleges, there is a lot of scope to interact with students of other colleges. The campus crowd is really good.
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MBA in Communication Management - Batch of 2021
4.8
4Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money
Really good experience and would definitely recommend this college.
Placements: Above 90% students are placed unless you choose to venture on your own. The highest package was 14L and the lowest was 5L. Top recruiting companies will be Kantar, Group, Vedanta, Publicizes, Cognizant etc. 100% students got internship in companies like Jio Saavn, Group, Gozoop, Wedding Sutra, Watconsult etc. Roles offered usually involve social media manager, content manager, research associate etc.
Infrastructure: The facilities are great. No AC in the hostels and you don't need it too because it's pretty chilly most of the time on the hills. The classrooms are great with gallery style seating and projectors and whiteboards. The food is standard and there are other options of food available.
Faculty: Most of the teachers are Ph.D. They are extremely helpful and guide us all the time. The overall atmosphere is very warm and welcoming. The media industry is always evolving and the course also keeps on changing. We have AR, VR courses now since it's becoming so popular.
Other: I chose this course because I wanted to work at an ad agency. The best thing is the knowledge that you gain and the relevance of the course. We have Fest-o-comm which is the annual fest conducted by SIMC. We have different circles and cells for extracurriculars. The campus is beautiful and picturesque.
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Discontinued (NOV 2025) M.A. in Mass Communication (Audio Visual) - Batch of 2022
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Review of SIMC Pune - Symbiosis Institute of Media & Communication.
Placements: I cannot provide the placements information as of now because I am in this college from few days. Due to the pandemic, we are having online classes from home so I cannot interact with the seniors who had their placements this year. As far as I have heard, the roles offered are in the production houses or content creating. Some of them prefer freelancing. Some students work in movies or television. Some make documentaries and others make advertising films.
Infrastructure: The institute has top-class facilities. The infrastructure of our college is one of the best in the country. Many films have been shot here. Our college is beautiful, picturesque and the best experience to live among nature. The hills feel like a home away from home. It is surrounded by people from all over the country and even some from abroad. It has people from all cultures and religions. The animals, especially the dogs, can be seen everywhere and all love them. The rains are constant throughout the year, and the weather is beautiful. Wi-Fi facility is available here. Classrooms are well-equipped, and the library is the best. You get a lot of facilities in the library, both online and physical library. Hostels are great. It is a residential course, so it is compulsory to live in a hostel for the whole 2 years. There is a huge sports ground, and all kinds of sports, indoors and outdoors games are available here. There is a gym, swimming pool and basketball court. Our college also conducts an annual college sports event. There are a mess and a midnight canteen. The canteen serves better food than a mess. Labs are great with a lot of facilities.
Faculty: Professors in our college are the best, and all of them have been in the industry from so many years. They are well-experienced, helpful, understanding and caring. The course curriculum is good. I am from a non-media background, so the first semester is just the basics from the scratch of mass communication. M.A students have to do 2 internships in 2 years. Since I have just started college, I cannot say more about the benefits of the course curriculum.
Other: The institute is student-driven. There are various cells and circles by students and for students. They keep on conducting various events and fests throughout the year, which helps the students to show their skills. Festocomm and SimCuts are the flagship events. Freshers is also one of the great events organised at our college, and it is known as Aarambh.
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Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication Pune Admission 2026 FAQs

Q:   Can I join Symbiosis Institute of Media & Communication without SNAP?
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No, you cannot join Symbiosis Institute of Media & Communication (SIMC) without taking the Symbiosis National Aptitude Test (SNAP). SNAP is mandatory for admission to the MBA programme offered by SIMC Pune. SIMC Pune offers both MBA and MA programs, and admission to the MBA programme is based on SNAP score. However, admission to the MA programme does not require SNAP.

Q:   What are the courses offered at Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication?
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Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication offers three courses at the PG level. Candidates need to complete a minimum of graduation with at least 50% aggregate to apply for PG programmes. The institute offers MBA in Communication Management, MA (Journalism & Media Industries) and MA (Film, Television & Digital Production).

Q:   What is the seat intake at Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication?
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Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication offers seats to candidats based on their scores in entrance exam or performance in selection rounds. There are 120 seats in MBA 30 each in MA specialisations. Aspirants need to confirm their seat after passing the selection rounds by paying the course fees.

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Symbiosis School of Media Communication Bangalore offers admission to its MBA course via the SNAP test. The Symbiosis National Aptitude Test (SNAP) provides for admission of different courses part of Symbiosis University. Students can visit the official website and fill out the complete application

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Aspiring candidates need to secure a minimum of 50% marks in graduation and have to appear for the SNAP exam to get the eligibility to get into Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication. The institute also has specific requirements for every programme it offers.

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The SNAP test scores/rank are used to shortlist candidates for the GE-PIWAT. Its is a two-part assessment that takes place after the online entrance test. The first part is a group exercise and the second part is a personal interview. Additionally, the first part is a group exercise, which tests can

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Vishakha

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The eligibility criteria mentioned on the official website of the SIMC Pune, for admission to MA courses, candidates are required to qualify for the basic eligibility criteria and then the entrance examination. However, the institute does offer few seats through management quota but securing a manag

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Vishakha

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The application forms for Symbiosis institute of media and communication pune has been released on 13 december 2023 for the entrance exam called SET which is Symbiosis Entrance Test. The last date for the online application is 12 april 2024. It is among the top ranked media and communication college

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