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MCNUJC, Bhopal Ranking 2024: India Today, The Week

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Estd. 1990

MCNUJC, Bhopal Rankings
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MCNUJC, Bhopal is a prestigious institution that has earned recognition across a variety of categories by several ranking bodies. In 2024, it maintained its strong standing with a #41 rank in the India Today 'University (Government)' category, acquiring its place among top institutes.

MCNUJC, Bhopal Ranking

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MCNUJC, Bhopal Ranking Highlights
India Today Ranking 2025
The Week Ranking 2025
MCNUJC, Bhopal Course Ranking
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MCNUJC, Bhopal
Ranking Highlights

MCNUJC, Bhopal is a renowned institution, recognized across various categories by prominent national ranking bodies, including India Today, The Week, etc. Ranks awarded to the MCNUJC, Bhopal reflect the university's commitment to academic excellence and institutional growth. For a comprehensive overview of Makhanlal Chaturvedi National University of Journalism and Communication rankings, please refer to the table below.

Rank publisher & CategoryRank

BBA

India Today, 2024

#158

11th Best among India Today ranked colleges in Madhya Pradesh in 2024->

BCA

India Today, 2025

#169

8th Best among India Today ranked colleges in Madhya Pradesh in 2025->

B.E. / B.Tech

India Today, 2023

#266

10th Best among India Today ranked colleges in Madhya Pradesh in 2023->

Mass Communication & Media

The Week, 2025

#10

Best among The Week ranked colleges in Madhya Pradesh in 2025->

MCNUJC, Bhopal
India Today Ranking 2025

According to the rankings from India Today, MCNUJC, Bhopal outperformed various other institutes, securing a higher position for its achievements in Teaching, Graduation Success Rates, Research, and creating an inclusive, quality learning environment.

One can observe that within the category of 'BBA', the institute's ranking has scaled up when compared with the previous year's ranking. In 2024, MCNUJC, Bhopal climbed 2 ranks to #158 rank in the 'BBA' category by the India Today ranking. This is

In the 'BCA' category, the institute's ranks have descended when compared with the previous year's ranking. In 2024, MCNUJC, Bhopal fell 5 ranks to #160 rank in the 'BCA' category by the India Today ranking. This is the second consecutive year that the institute has slipped in the rankings.

Check out the latest rankings for other ranking bodies and their categories below.

Category	2023	2024	2025
BBA	160	158	– / –
BCA	155	160	169
B.E. / B.Tech	266	– / –	– / –
Mass Communication & Media	– / –	10	– / –

MCNUJC, Bhopal Ranking
India Today Ranking Comparison

According to the India Today ranking 2024, MCNUJC, Bhopal received #41 rank in the 'University (Government)' category. It holds a comparable status to the most prestigious universities such as Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah University, and Sri Konda Laxman Telangana State Horticultural University for India Today rankings under the 'University (Government)' category. Check out the year-by-year comparison of MCNUJC, Bhopal with other top institutes:

MCNUJC, Bhopal vs Other Institutes: India Today Ranking 2024
College Name	University (Government) 2024
MCNUJC, Bhopal	41
Kavi Kulguru Kalidas Sanskrit Vishwavidyalaya	39
UAS Bangalore	40
Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah University	42
Sri Konda Laxman Telangana State Horticultural University	43

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MCNUJC, Bhopal
The Week Ranking 2025

According to The Week's ranking, MCNUJC, Bhopal has performed better than several other institutions and has been ranked at a decent position under the 'University' category. Talking about the other parameters, namely Academic and Research Achievements, Faculty Quality Weightage, and Employment Opportunities, the institute has got good scores among other universities. Examine the table for the MCNUJC, Bhopal rankings 2023:

Category	2024	2025
Mass Communication & Media	9	10

MCNUJC, Bhopal Ranking
The Week Ranking Comparison

In the latest The Week 2023 ranking, MCNUJC, Bhopal has achieved rank #78, while the JLU Bhopal has been ranked at #76. Refer to the table below for The Week's ranking of India's Top Government Universities.

MCNUJC, Bhopal vs Other Institutes: The Week Ranking 2023
College Name	University 2023
Makhanlal Chaturvedi National University of Journalism and Communication - MCNUJC	78
JLU Bhopal	76
Amity Raipur	77
ICRI - DIT University, Dehradun	79
SAGE University Indore	80

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College	Ranking
Manipal Institute of Communication Compare	6
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Apeejay Institute of Mass Communication Compare	8
MCNUJC, Bhopal	10
Chandigarh University (CU) Compare	11
IMS Noida Compare	12
Department of Journalism Compare	13

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MCNUJC, Bhopal
Course Ranking

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BBA

Ranked by	2022	2023	2024
India Today	170	160	158

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BCA

Ranked by	2023	2024	2025
India Today	155	160	169

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B.E. / B.Tech

Ranked by	2023
India Today	266

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Campus Life4.1

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What students say about Makhanlal Chaturvedi National University of Journalism and Communication

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Students get placed in news companies like Zee News and Dainik Bhaskar.

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We have to go for further studies or join any low private industry to work.

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Anonymous

Master of Computer Applications (MCA) - Batch of 2024

Offered by Kristu Jyoti College of Management and Technology

5Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

Overall, best college for MCA course.

Placements: Almost 85% of students were placed in a large company with good resources. INR 35 LPA was the highest package. The average package was INR 16 LPA, with INR 9 LPA being the lowest. TCS, Adani Group, Microsoft, etc., were the top recruiting companies. Almost 80% of the students got their internships. The biggest job offer was software developer.

Infrastructure: Infrastructure of our college was awesome. Our college provided a pleasant environment along with top-notch amenities such as a spacious theater, quality medical services, and transport options were also accessible here. The amenities at the hotel were outstanding. We were provided with tasty meals, and the standard of the accommodation was high.

Faculty: Teachers were helpful, well-qualified, and highly skilled in teaching. The instructors were very helpful and knowledgeable here. This study was about how the college takes students on technical visits according to their semester. Testing was neither too hard nor too easy. It all depended on how well the students could answer the questions. The pass rate was around 35%.

Reviewed on 16 Sep 2025Read More

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Bachelor of Computer Application (BCA) - Batch of 2026

3.4

3Placements4Infrastructure4Faculty3Crowd & Campus Life3Value for Money

A good college offering impressive facilities and infrastructure.

Placements: My college has very average package placements in this course. According to the placement report of the previous year, the highest package offered was INR 6-8 LPA, and the lowest package stood at INR 1.8 LPA, whereas the average package offered was INR 4-5 LPA. Internships are provided in the final year, with no industry exposure.

Infrastructure: Facilities and infrastructure available in my college are very good and top-notch. The classes are available with Wi-Fi access, the campus is surrounded by greenery, and it is spread over a huge area. Library is a decent size with spacious seating, offering a lot of books. Canteen offers acceptable food.

Faculty: Teachers at my college are very supportive, helpful, well-qualified, and experienced in their relevant fields with good achievements. The curriculum is not so relevant, nor does it make students industry-ready. The semester exams are moderately easy. Students can pass by studying before the exams.

Other: I chose this course because of my background in this field and my interest in computer applications. The college organises a few events and fests every year. Scholarships are provided to students who perform well in academics and sports, and financial aid is provided to socially backward students.

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025Read More

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Bachelor of Computer Application (BCA) - Batch of 2026

3.2

3Placements3Infrastructure4Faculty3Crowd & Campus Life3Value for Money

Good college, but average placements.

Placements: My college has good placement offers, according to me. According to the placement report of previous year, the highest package offered was INR 7-8 LPA, whereas the lowest package stood at INR 1.9 LPA, and the average package ranged between 3-4 LPA. Internships are provided to students in their final year only.

Infrastructure: My college has good facilities and infrastructure available. Buildings are well-maintained, looks good, classes are available with smart interactive board and Wi-Fi access. Library is of a decent size with books and spacious seating for students. College canteen is of a decent size with good food.

Faculty: Faculty teachers at my college are very helpful, well-qualified, and experienced in their respective fields. They are very helpful with various aspects. Course curriculum is partially relevant, but it doesn't make students industry-ready. Semester exams are moderately difficult. Students have to study consistently over the semester to pass the exam.

Other: I chose this course because of my interest in computer knowledge and job opportunities in the technology field. My college organises a few events and fests once a year. Scholarships are provided to students who perform well in academics and sports.

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Anonymous

B.Sc. (Hons) Psychology - Batch of 2024

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5Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

Overall, best college for B.Sc. (hons) in psychology course.

Placements: My college was good and I am a B.Sc. psychology hons student. My batch students got good placements. I am also getting good placement. My package was Rs 5 LPA. My batchmates got a package of Rs 6 LPA to 11 LPA. Top recruiters were Care Counseling Centre, Veda Rehab, Wellness Private Limited, The Mind Clinic, and many more. Top roles were clinical psychologist, counselor, etc. Mostly all students got their internships.

Infrastructure: One aspect I appreciated about our college was its facilities. The structure was quite well-equipped with air-conditioning in many places such as classrooms, library, and many more. Our college also offered Wi-Fi access. Hostel offered competitive rates and features excellent amenities. The cafeteria was nice, tidy, and affordable.

Faculty: Teachers were well-qualified, helpful, and knowledgeable. Their teaching quality was fantastic. The curriculum of the course was adequate. It made the students more productive, and gave them discipline and knowledge for the future. Semester exams were not that hard, and the pass rate was over 49%.

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Bachelor of Computer Application (BCA) - Batch of 2028

Offered by Kristu Jyoti College of Management and Technology

4.8

5Placements4Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

It has a good campus, decent placements, and excellent faculty support.

Placements: At Kristu Jyoti College of Management and Technology, around 75-80% of students from the BCA course got placed, especially those with a strong project background. The highest package is 6.5 LPA, and the lowest package is around 2.8 LPA. Some of the top recruiting companies are Wipro, TCS, USD Global, and Tech Mahindra. Nearly 60% of students secured internships at Zoho, IBS Software, and a few Kerala-based tech startups. Roles offered are typically front-end developer, support analyst, QA intern, and junior software developer.

Infrastructure: The BCA department has dedicated computer labs with good configuration and regular access to Wi-Fi. The hostel facilities are moderate to good, with clean rooms and on-time maintenance. Wi-Fi is available in common areas. The mess food is decent, serving both vegetarian and non-vegetarian food with variations throughout the week. There is also a well-maintained canteen and medical assistance on call. Sports facilities like a football ground, basketball court, etc., are available for students.

Faculty: Teachers of the BCA department are well-qualified and approachable. Most professors are postgraduates or PhD holders with solid teaching and industrial experience. The course curriculum is up to date with the latest technology and teaches essential skills like coding, data structures, databases, development, and cloud computing. Semester exams are moderately difficult but manageable with regular study. The pass percentage is high, with most students clearing all subjects on time.

Other: The course offers good value for money for the fee they charge, so I chose it. The teaching quality, infrastructure, and placement support make it worthwhile. Students are friendly, disciplined, and diverse, with people from different parts of Kerala and nearby states. The campus life is enjoyable with events like tech fest, Daksh, cultural days, etc.

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025Read More

Anonymous

Master of Computer Applications (MCA) - Batch of 2024

Offered by Kristu Jyoti College of Management and Technology

5Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

It is the best college for the MCA course. The college is a value for money.

Placements: Almost 80% of students got placements from this course. The highest package is 8 LPA, and the lowest package is 3 LPA. Top recruiting companies are TCS, Wipro, Cognizant, Microsoft, etc. About 85% of students get internships on campus. Managing is the top role offered to students.

Infrastructure: Very good facilities are available here at a low price. The infrastructure here is very good. Classrooms here are very beautiful. There is a free internet facility in every department. There is a canteen facility where good-quality food is available at a low cost. There are all kinds of outdoor games here.

Faculty: Faculty members here are really good. They are all knowledgeable, and everyone is very kind. Now this time, the course curriculum is relevant, and it makes students industry-ready. Semester exams are easy. The pass percentage is 35% per subject.

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Does MCNUJC provide good packages?

Answered a month ago

MCNUJC the highest package during the 2023 placement season was INR 78 LPA. The average package ranged between INR 2.5 LPA and INR 3.5 LPA. The table below states the same:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2023)
the highest Package	INR 78 LPA
Average Package	INR 2.5 LPA- INR 3.5 LPA
the lowest Package	INR 1.74 LPA

diksha soni

Contributor-Level 10

Which course is best for placements at MCNUJC?

Answered a month ago

MCNUJC has not released its course wise placement statistics for 2023 placement drive. Refer to the table below to know about the overall placement highlights at MCNUJC:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2023)
Students Placed	13
the highest Package	INR 78 LPA
Average Package	INR 2.5 LPA- INR 3.5 LPA
the lowest Package	INR 1.74 LPA
No. of Companies participated	12+

diksha soni

Contributor-Level 10

Who were the top companies that participated during MCNUJC placements?

Answered a month ago

More than 12 recruiters took part during MCNUJC placements some of them are:

MCNUJC Placements: Top Recruiters
American Express	Dell
Microsoft	Infosys
Capgemini	India Today
Samsung	BBC News

diksha soni

Contributor-Level 10

Does MCNUJC offer 100% placements?

Answered a month ago

MCNUJC has not released its overall placement rate. However it has released the placement highlights for its 2023 placement season. Check out the table below to know more: