Best Journalism Colleges in Punjab - Courses, Fees, Admissions 2026

Hi, listed below are the top Journalism collleges in India that offer the best camopus facility and infrastructure according to students preferences and popularity:

College Name	Tuition Fee	Infrastructure Rating
Birla Global University	INR 2.5 Lacs - INR 3.75 lakh	5.0
Babu Banarasi Das University	INR 80,000  - INR 2.42 lakh	5.0
KCC Institute of Legal and Higher Education	INR 1.61 lakh	5.0
Jai Hind College Mumbai	INR 1.29 lakh	5.0

The table below shows the private best institute for Journalism in India along with their total tuition fees:

Private Colleges	Total Tuition Fee
St. Joseph’s University Admission	INR 2 Lakhs – INR 3 lakhs
MIT-WPU Admission	INR 4 Lakhs – INR 7 lakhs
Chandigarh University Admission	INR 3 Lakhs – INR 4 lakhs
Indus University Admission	INR 2 lakhs
Galgotias University Admission	INR 77,000 – INR 2 lakhs

 

Yes, it is possible to study journalism course in evening colleges. Many colleges provide journalism programs through their distance learning or part-time evening classes. Also there are some colleges that provide their full time journalism program at evening shift. The college starts from 12 PM.

You can look for colleges offering BA Journalism, BMC or even Diploma in Journalism courses because these are offered in the evening or through distance learning. 

For pursuing a Journalism Course in India at UG Level you can take exams like CUET, IPU CET or other university-specific entrance exams like CUCET or KIITEE, And for PG level course you can take CUET-PG, JEECUP, URATPG, IIMC Entrance Exam, etc.

D.A.V. College Jalandhar offers placement support to its students. Notable organizations that visit the institute for recruitment include Edvizo, Kenneth Counsultancy Sarvices, Indicosmic Capital Pvtltd, Induvidal, Indusnet Techshu, S Tonddon And Associates, Linpack Technologies Pvt Ltd, Rks Agrotech Limited, Radhaji Pharma Chem, Pmr India Pvt Ltd, Astamed Healthcare, Terminal Contacts, Pvt Ltd Companies, Kbc Systems, Grid Inddia Power Cable Pvt Ltd, P&C Projects Pvt Ltd Chennai, Infolink Technologies, Hemmo Pharmaceuticals Private Limited Turbhe Navi Mumbai.

For today's Job in India, considering a BA in Journalism and Mass Communication  which is popularly known as BAJMC is the best option as this course covers Journalism with Mass communication which includes advertising, Video Editing, SEO, Digital Marketing, PR and Corporate communication which opens doors to many different job options for the graduates.

Hope this helps!

CUET PG Passing Marks are the scores or marks to be obtained to qualify for admission to the universities. If the candidate wants to know whether they have passed the CUET PG exam or not, they are required to check the cutoff marks released by the participating universities and colleges. After the declaration of the CUET PG result, all participating universities will release the course-wise passing marks or CUET PG cutoff, which will be used for shortlisting candidates for the counselling process.

Hans Raj Mahila Maha Vidyalaya has been rated 4.1 on Infrastructure parameter. Hans Raj Mahila Maha Vidyalaya has also been rated 3.7 for Campuslife.

Kanya Maha Vidyalaya has been rated 4.5 for faculty as per reviews by students. This represents that Institute has decent, qualified and experienced faculty members.

BBK DAV College for Women has been rated 3.44 for Faculty as per the Shiksha verified reviews by students. This represents that Institute has decent, qualified and experienced faculty members.

Lovely Professional University has a strong record of placements for courses like BTech, BBA, BCA, BArch, MBA, MCA, etc. Currently, the highest international package offered during LPU placements in 2025 was INR 2.5 crore per annum, whereas the highest domestic package offered stood at INR 1 crore per annum. The LPU average package offered to the top 25% students of the batch 2025 was INR 10.23 LPA. The key highlights of LPU placements for the Class of 2023, 2024 and 2025 are tabulated below:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2023)	Placement Statistics (2024)	Placement Statistics (2025)
Highest package	INR 54.75 LPA	INR 53 LPA	INR 250 LPA (International) INR 100 LPA (Domestic)
Average package	INR 7 LPA (MBA, BTech CSE)	INR 7.80 (MBA) INR 7.92 LPA (BTech CSE)	INR 10.23 LPA (top 25%)
Total recruiters	1,107	1,611	2,225+
Total offers	5,500+	7,443	6,000+

Chandigarh University attracts over 80% of its students from outside Punjab making it an incredibly diverse & culturally vibrant environment.

Below are the Pros and Cons of for a UG student from out of state:

Pros

• Massive Diversity: With students from all 28 states and dozens of countries, you will experience a highly cosmopolitan environment that builds excellent pan-India networking.

• Strong Corporate Placements: CU is well-known for its corporate tie-ups. The university has the resources to bring a large number of mass recruiters and top-tier companies like Amazon and Microsoft to campus every year.

• Modern Campus & Infrastructure: The campus has excellent residential and academic facilities.

• Active Student Life: If you enjoy events, concerts, and extracurricular activities, CU has a culture designed to keep students entertained. 

Cons

• Strict Discipline and Academics: CU has a demanding attendance policy and a heavy focus on structured curriculum. 

• High Crowd Density: The student population is very large which means campus & hostels are crowded.

Amity Online offers various undergraduate, PG Diploma and certificate courses across streams such as Finance, Media & Journalism, Information Technology and Travel & Tourism, Management, Commerce and Art & Humanities. Admission to all the courses is merit-based. Candidates can apply for the desired courses by filling out the Amity University Online application form. Candidates passing the online courses are awarded with a Certificate from Amity University Online and an international university in partnership with edX. The courses are 100% online with self-paced and instructor-led modules.

Mata Gujri College has been rated 4.4 on Infrastructure parameter. Institute has a well supported campus with facilities such as Auditorium, Boys Hostel, Cafeteria, Girls Hostel, Gym, Hospital / Medical Facilities, Hostel, Labs, Library, Shuttle Service, Sports Complex, Wi-Fi Campus. Mata Gujri College has also been rated 4.3 for Campuslife.

Punjabi University Patiala is a public university which is UGC-recognised and gives AICTE and Pharmacy Council of India approved courses. Below given are the reasons to choose Punjabi University:

• Ranking: The university is ranked 59 by NIRF 2025 under the Pharmacy category.
• Placements: The top recruiters of Punjabi University Patiala include Zoxima Solutions, Infosys, SafeAeon, Quark Software, etc.
• Scholarships: Punjabi University gives merit scholarships, fee concessions etc.. to help the students financially.

Panjab University Chandigarh offers a culturally diverse and inclusive campus. PU welcomes students from all walks of life and the environment is very cooperative. The university prefers standard languages such as English and Hindi so that non-punjabi students do not face any difficulty in blending in. 

Placements are good, approximately 90% of students get placed. Top companies come and recruit the students. It is the top recruiting university. The highest package offered here was 7 LPA and Average package is around 2-3 LPA and good packages are offered. Roles such as marketing are offered in the agriculture course.

Yes, CGC University, Mohali offers courses in the medical and healthcare field. The university has introduced 4 new courses in the medical field. 
Below given is the description of these courses:

• The Bachelor of Radiation Therapy Technology (B.RTT) programme  curriculum combines theoretical knowledge with practical training in radiation physics, oncology, treatment planning, radiotherapy techniques, patient care, and advanced radiation equipment handling.
• The Bachelor of Science in Nuclear Medicine Technology (B.Sc. NMT) trains students in the use of radioactive materials for disease diagnosis and treatment.
• The Diploma in Anaesthesia & Operation Theatre Technology (D.AOTT) programme focuses on anaesthesia techniques, operation theatre management, surgical equipment handling etc.
• The Diploma in Radiotherapy Technology (D.RT) curriculum includes radiation therapy procedures, oncology fundamentals, treatment planning, radiation safety, patient care, and equipment operation.

Guru Gobind Singh College of Management and Technology provides programmes including M.Sc, PGDCA, B.Sc, BBA, BCA, B.A, B.Com in streams such as IT & Software, Business & Management Studies, Mass Communication & Media, Design, Accounting & Commerce, and are excellent for students to build their careers. The institute has specializations in Web Design.

The seats availability for offered courses at Sri Guru Angad Dev College goes up to 4665.

Yes, admissions 2026 are open Rayat Bahra University. The university offers UG, PG, diploma, certificate and PhD courses across various streams like Engineering, Scinece, Law, Pharmacy, Commerce, Nursing, and others. Students can apply directly through the official page. 

Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) has a decent placement record. According to the available data, the average placement rate is around 25%, with the highest salary package offered being 8 LPA. The top recruiting companies include Escort Tractor, Amul, Mahindra, and Nestle. The median package offered during UG 4-year and PG 2-year placements in 2019 was INR 3.96 LPA and INR 4.95 LPA, respectively. The university also has a Counseling and Placement Guidance Cell to provide placement assistance to the students. While the placement record is not exceptionally high, the university does provide opportunities for placements in the agricultural and related sectors.

 

GNDU Amritsar is the main campus with a longer history and likely more resources. GNDU RC Jalandhar is a regional campus that may have specific strengths in certain disciplines. The perceived "better" campus depends on the individual's academic programme and preferences. Check specific details, faculty, and facilities for your chosen field before deciding.

The following criteria will determine the CUET rank you must achieve in order to enroll in Central University of Punjab's M.Ed program:

how many M.Ed. seats are available at Central University of Punjab
The candidates' results in the CUET PG
The CUET PG exam's level of difficulty
India's desire for M.Ed. programs
Your class (general, SC, ST, OBC, or PWD)
For general category candidates applying for the M.Ed programme at Central University of Punjab in the academic year 2022–2023, the cutoff score was 181; for SC/ST/OBC/PWD candidates, it was 166.

For the academic year 2023–2024, you can anticipate that the cutoff will be comparable. The above-mentioned parameters will determine the precise threshold, though.

In order to perform well on the CUET PG, you should:
Study the syllabus and practice the question papers from the previous year to be well-prepared for the exam.
To evaluate your performance and pinpoint your weak points, take practice exams.
During the exam, efficiently manage your time.
During the exam, remain composed and concentrated.

Guru Nanak Dev University College, Jalandhar, GNDU has been rated 4.3 for faculty as per reviews by students. This shows that Institute has qualified and experienced faculty members.