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M.A. in Journalism and Mass Communication 

  • B+ NAAC accredited
  • Public/Government University
  • Estd. 1917
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M.A. in Journalism and Mass Communication
 at 
Patna University 
Overview

Total Tuition Fees

Duration

Course Level

PG Degree

Mode of Course

Full Time

Official Website

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Seat breakup

60

Type of University

Public/Government

M.A. in Journalism and Mass Communication
 at 
Patna University 
Fees

Fee componentsAmount (2 years)
40,000
40,000
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M.A. in Journalism and Mass Communication
 at 
Patna University 
Curriculum

M.A. in Journalism and Mass Communication
 at 
Patna University 
 
Frequently Asked Questions

Q:   How are the placement packages offered at Patna University?
A: 

Patna University provides good placements to its graduating students. Check out the table below to know the key highlights of the Patna University placement packages 2024:

Particulars 

Placement Statistics (2024)

Median Package 

INR 3. 70 LPA (UG 3-year)

INR 3.20 LPA (PG 1-year)

INR 4 LPA (PG 2-year)

NOTE: The above data is obtained from the NIRF report 2025

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Q:   What is Patna University UG cutoff?
A: 

Patna University cutoff for the various UG courses including BA and BSc through affiliated colleges like Patna College and Bihar National College. Patna University admission to UG courses is based on PUCET UG exam. As per last year's analysis, the university had released merit lists up to Round 2 for various specialisations of UG courses including Chemistry, English, Mathematics and more. The last round closing rank for the most competitive course was 61 for B.A. (Hons.) in Political Science for the General Category All India Quota candidates. 

CourseCutoff 2022
B.Sc. (Hons) in Chemistry 43
B.A. (Hons.) in English49
B.Sc. (Hons.) in Mathematics51
B.Sc. (Hons) in Statistics 46
Bachelor of Biotechnology52
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Q:   Can I get direct admission at Patna University?
A: 

Patna University offers admission to candidates based on their scores in the entrance exam or the last qualifying examination. The university conducts PUCET for admission to various courses. PU also considers scores in national-level entrance exams such as MAT, CMAT, etc. for admission to MBA programme. Further, Patna University publishes course-wise merit or selection lists.

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Q:   Which entrance exam is accepted by Patna University?
A: 

Patna University Common Entrance Test (PUCET) is conducted for admission to undergraduate and vocational courses. Candidates seeking admission to these courses must appear for the entrance exam. BEET is the entrance exam conducted for admission to B.Ed programme. Check below details for Patna University entrance exam:

Particulars

Details

Name of Exam

Patna University Common Entrance Test (PUCET)

Conducting Body

Patna University

Exam Level

State-Level

Exam Medium

English (Except for BA/MA in Hindi)

Exam Duration

2 Hours

Exam Mode

Offline

Departments

30

Colleges

10

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Q:   What are the courses offered at Patna University?
A: 

Patna University has a total of 10 constituent colleges. Patna University through its 31 departments, constituent colleges and 4 other institutes offers a wide array of UG, PG, diploma, certificate and doctoral level programmes in the fields of Science, Education, Humanities, Law, Commerce, and many other streams. Candidates need to complete Class 12 to apply for UG programmes. A minimum of graduation is required to apply for PG programmes. 

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M.A. in Journalism and Mass Communication
 at 
Patna University 
Placements

ParticularsStatistics (2024)
Median SalaryINR 4.00 Lakh
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M.A. in Journalism and Mass Communication
 at 
Patna University 
Entry Requirements

General
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  • 45%
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M.A. in Journalism and Mass Communication
 at 
Patna University 
Admission Process

  • Register and Apply
  • Merit Screening

Important Dates

Aug 23 - 25, 2025
First merit list- Edit option for correction in admission form
Aug 30, 2025
Release of 2nd Merit List
Sep 2 - 4, 2025
2nd merit list- Counselling and Admission

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Students also asked

Q:   What is the reality of Patna University Placement?
A: 

 

Patna University provides good placements to its graduating students. The students are given excellent placement support every year placing them in top companies. Check out the table below to know the key highlights of thePatna University Placement 2024:

Course 

Total Students (2024) 

Students Placed (2024)

Median Salary (2024) 

UG 3-year

6,156

59

INR 3.70 LPA

PG 1-year

364

23

INR 3.20 LPA

PG 2-year

2,124

112

INR 4 LPA

NOTE: The above data is obtained from the NIRF report 2025

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Q:   Is Patna University good in terms of placements?
A: 

Patna University provides good placements to its graduating students. The students are given excellent placement support every year placing them in top companies. Check out the table below to know the key highlights of the Patna University placements 2024:

Course 

Total Students (2024) 

Students Placed (2024)

Median Salary (2024) 

UG 3-year

6,156

59

INR 3.70 LPA

PG 1-year

364

23

INR 3.20 LPA

PG 2-year

2,124

112

INR 4 LPA

NOTE: The above data is obtained from the NIRF report 2025

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Q:   How are the average packages provided at Patna University?
A: 

The institution has not released the overall average package. The median package offered at Patna University placement in the past years are tabulated below:

Particulars

Placement Statistics (2022)

Placement Statistics (2023)

Placement Statistics (2024)

Median Salary

INR 3.50 LPA (UG 3-year)

INR 3.60 LPA (PG 1-year)

INR 4 LPA (PG 2-year)

INR 3.50 LPA (UG 3-year)

INR 3 LPA (PG 1-year)

INR 3.6 LPA (PG 2-year)

INR 3.70 LPA (UG 3-year)

INR 3.20 LPA (PG 1-year)

INR 4 LPA (PG 2-year)

 

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Q:   What is the placement scenario at Patna University?
A: 

Patna University provides good placements to its graduating students. The students are given excellent placement support every year placing them in top companies. Check out the table below to know the key highlights of the Patna University placements 2024:

Course 

Total Students (2024) 

Students Placed (2024)

Median Salary (2024) 

UG 3-year

6,156

59

INR 3.70 LPA

PG 1-year

364

23

INR 3.20 LPA

PG 2-year

2,124

112

INR 4 LPA

NOTE: The above data is obtained from the NIRF report 2025

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Q:   What is the average package offered at Patna University Placement?
A: 

The average package at Patna University Placement  has not been made available yet. However the median package has been released and is given in the table below:

Course 

Median Salary (2024) 

UG 3-year

INR 3.70 LPA

PG 1-year

INR 3.20 LPA

PG 2-year

INR 4 LPA

NOTE: The above data is obtained from the NIRF report 2025

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Answered 8 years ago

Dear Sameer, To take admission, the eligibility is- The candidate must have cleared 10+2 from a recognized board. If you are interested, then simply register and apply online (Keep the required information with you). Please note that the admissions are on the basis of the marks obtained in qualify

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Answered 8 years ago

There are plenty of books available on Flipkart for the entrance exams preparations. For MA usually the questions that come are simply BJMC’s first and second semester questions.

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Patna University 
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