Journalism

Yes, you can apply for a PG course in Journalism and Mass Communication at Sidho Kanho Birsha University Purulia even if you got under 60% and above 55% in graduation.

The eligibility criteria for pursuing a PG Course in Journalism And Mass Communication at Sidho Kanhi Birsha University Purulia is that the candidate should have at least 50% in graduation.

The popular colleges offering Print Media courses are :-

1. Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC).
2. Asian College of Journalism (ACJ).
3. Xavier Institute of Communications (XIC).
4. Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication (SIMC).
5. Indian Institute of Journalism and New Media (IIJNM).
6. AJ Kidwai Mass Communication Research.
7. Lady Shri Ram College for Women (LSR).
8. Delhi College of Arts and Commerce.
9. Manipal Institute of Communication, Manipal.

Aspiring journalists need a strong foundation in clear communication, both written and verbal. This includes excellent writing skills, active listening, and the ability to ask insightful questions during interviews. In addition, research and fact-checking are crucial for building credibility. Some more skills required to achieve success in print media courses are good writing ability, graphics or photographic skills, curiosity and determination, critical thinker, persistent and creative.

The popular courses for print media are :-

• Graphic Design Courses.
• Typography Courses.
• Publishing Courses.
• Digital Publishing Courses.
• Journalism Courses.
• Advertising Courses.
• Marketing Courses.
• Photography Courses.
• Bachelor of Journalism & Mass Communication (BJMC).
• Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Mass Communication.
• Bachelor of Media Studies (BMS).
• Diploma in Mass Communication.
• PG Diploma in Sports Journalism and Mass Media Technology.

If you want to get a byline in a daily newspaper or magazine,  write articles on contemporary issues, and bring the current scenario to the public through your articles and reports, then print media is the dream career for you. All you need is the right education and proper training.

Newspapers, which make up a sizable portion of print media,  concentrate on covering current affairs, regional and global news, politics, business, sports, and other topics. They offer investigative journalism and in-depth analysis.

No, candidates with a bachelor's degree in any discipline to take the ACJ entrance exam. 

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.

The Asian College of Journalism (ACJ) Entrance Exam 2025 application forms will be released in April tentatively. The application process is available both online and offline. For the ACJ Entrance Exam, the application forms are expected to be released in the first week of February 2025. Interested candidates meeting the eligibility standards set by the exam conducting authorities can visit the official website to access the application form.