Mass Communication & Media

The salary of a journalist depends upon which position they have been selected for. At first, fresh mass communication graduates/post graduates are hired as interns and allocated to various departments as per their interests and the organization's requirements in the Input and Output division, anchors, producers, reporters, guest coordinators, research departments, etc.

For an entry-level journalist job in India, post successful completion of their internship period, the salary can range between INR 3 Lacs to 4 lakh. As the journalist gains experience the salary sees a rise along with various other perks.

The Department of Mass Communication and Journalism (DMCJ) at Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University, Lucknow, is a prominent department offering various programs to train students in the field of media and journalism. These include courses like the MA (Journalism & Mass Communication) and the BA (Film, Theatre, and Media Studies) (Hons.). The department also facilitates doctoral (Ph.D.) research. Admission to these programs is primarily based on scores obtained in the CUET (Common University Entrance Test), followed by a counseling process conducted by the university.

The BA Mass Communication course at Bennett University has good placement opportunities.

Around 60% to 70% of students are located. The maximum salary presented is ready inr 21 Lacs according to 12 months, and the average income is around four Lacs in line with year.

Many businesses visit the campus, and college students additionally get internships.

Placement depends on competencies, performance, and interview education.

The JMI B.Des entrance exam has two stages: a written test and a portfolio review with an interview. The written test includes topics like general knowledge, drawing skills, design aptitude, logical reasoning, and English comprehension. To prepare, focus on sketching, creative thinking, current affairs, and building a strong design portfolio. Practice with NID/NIFT materials and reasoning books.

To apply for the second year of a Bachelor's in Journalism and Mass Communication (BJMC), you typically need to apply for lateral entry into the programme at a college that offers it. This usually involves checking the college's specific admission criteria, which may include a minimum percentage in your previous year's coursework (often 10+2 or the first year of a relevant degree) and potentially an entrance exam or interview. 

To find Mass Communication and Journalism question papers, you can check the official websites of relevant testing agencies like the National Testing Agency (NTA) for UGC NET or CUET PG exams, or explore educational websites.

Official Websites:

UGC NET:

Visit the National Testing Agency (NTA) website (specifically the UGC NET section) and look for the "Previous Year Question Papers" or "Download Question Papers" link. 

CUET PG:

Check the NTA website or the specific CUET PG website for Mass Communication and Journalism question papers.