Journalism

To join journalism after 12th it is best to start with the basics, that is appear for the mass communication entrance exams after successfully qualifying the 10+2. Major media institutions conduct their entrance exam such as the IIMC, JMI, etc. Appear in these exams and crack them. Once you crack any of these exams, you will be eligible to appear in their counselling process from where you can choose a course as per your interest and rank. Get enrolled in the course to start your journalism studies.

Many colleges offer journalism courses after 12th, it depends upon which one you want to go with - government colleges or private colleges. Here are some of the best colleges for both:

• Government Colleges such as the IIMC, AJK Mass Communication Research Centre (Jamia Milia Islamia), IGNOU Delhi (For Distance Learning), etc.
• Private Colleges such as St. Xavier's College, Mumbai, Madras Christian College, Chennai, St. Paul's College, Bengaluru, Amity School of Communication, Noida, SJC, Bengaluru, St. Xavier's College, Kolkata etc.

Pursuing journalism courses after class 12th is the best time to build career as a journalist. It can give you more career opportunities and help make a good career growth.  Besides, many companies want to hire young and fresh mind.

If you will go for a government colleges, then it would cost around INR 1,00,000 to 3,00,000 and the hostel charges will vary.

Private Institutes might charge you around INR 4 to 6 Lakhs for admission and college fees, whereas the hostel might charge you around INR 1,00,000 to 2,00,000 

Sadhna Academy of Media Studies offers certificate courses in News Reading and TV Anchoring to candidates who have qualified their class 12. It helps students in getting internships and placements in renowned organisations. It can be considered for candidates who are seeking to build a strong foundation in News Reading and TV Anchoring.

Anita Anand, born to Punjabi parents in London (1972) is a notable alumni of The King's College London alumni network.

Anita trained as a journalist at King's before going to make a name for herself in India & the UK, working for some prominent news outlets, including: Zee TV & the BBC.

She also worked as a columnist for the UK based newspaper: The Guardian.

The documents required for the Kerala NEET 2025 institute reporting are shared below-

• Proof of Nativity
• Photo Identity Card
• NEET 2025 admit card
• NEET 2025 scorecard
• Class 10 mark sheet/Birth Certificate
• Class 12 mark sheet
• Transfer Certificate from the Institution last attended
• Migration Certificate (if applicable)
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)
• PwD Certificate (if applicable)
• Category or Quota Certificate (if applicable)