DCJ Mumbai Entrance Exam Preparation Tips 2026: Know Complete Strategy & Guide

Q: What is the passing marks for DCJ entrance exam?

The passing marks for DCJ entrance exam is 150 marks (aggregate) in three tests. These tests are Written Test, Group Discussion, and Interview. Students with aggregate marks will be eligible for admission at Department of Communication and Journalism.

34 Students Q&A

Updated on Nov 4, 2025 11:52 IST

By Nupur Jain, Senior Executive - Editorial

The DCJ entrance exam is conducted by the Department of Communication and Journalism (DCJ). The department conducts the DCJ Mumbai Entrance Exam, followed by an interview round for admission. Only a handful of students can secure a seat in the programme offered. Students from previous sessions who have appeared for the entrance exam have stated that the exam is quite challenging; the questions may seem easy, but justifying them is the real challenge.

One needs to prepare well to attain a good score in the DCJ Entrance Exam, and the only way is through hard work. One must know the syllabus, the exam pattern, the marking scheme, and the number of questions asked to increase their chances of getting admission.

Table of contents

How to Prepare for DCJ Entrance Exam 2026
Prep Tips for DCJ Entrance Exam
DCJ Entrance Exam Syllabus 2026
DCJ Entrance Exam Pattern 2026
FAQs on DCJ Entrance Exam Preparation 2026

How to Prepare for DCJ Entrance Exam 2026

Candidates need to follow the steps to prepare for DCJ Entrance Exam.

Know the DCJ Entrance Exam pattern and marking scheme.
Get the syllabus for the DCJ Entrance Exam course appearing for.
Get prep books and study books for the DCJ Entrance Exam course appearing for.
Create a time schedule on a daily basis to see how much syllabus can be covered.

Commonly asked questions

Q: Is DCJ Mumbai a good institute for Journalism courses?

Yes, Department of Communication and Journalism is a good choice for mass communication and journalism courses. DCJ is affiliated with University of Mumbai and is a well recognised and reputable department. It is considered one of the top institutes in Mumbai. Some notable alumni of DCJ are Kareena Kapoor Khan, Kiara Advani, Lara Dutta, etc.

Q: Is DCJ entrance exam 2026 application form released?

No, the DCJ 2026 entrance exam application form has not yet released. The University of Mumbai is expected to begin the registration process for the entrance exam in May/June 2026. Candidates planning to gain admission to M.A. courses in Journalism through DCJ entrance exam must submit their registration form, statement of purpose, and two testimonials before the deadline.

Prep Tips for DCJ Entrance Exam

Check out the space below for preparation tips for DCJ Mumbai Entrance Exam 2026:

Create a Time Table. Include how much syllabus can be covered on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis in the timetable. It is imperative to distribute your syllabus as you can’t cover all the topics within one week. Take out time and cover the subjects on a day-to-day basis.

Get Preparation Books. The best way to study the subjects is to purchase exam specific prep books. It will help you understand the topics better and you can get to solve questions related to the subject. However, one should purchase prep books which are recommended by professionals and teachers.

Solve Previous Years’ Question Papers. To know the exam pattern and marking scheme of the entrance exam, solve the previous years’ question papers. Test yourself by finishing the question paper according to the time set. You can also get an idea of the type of questions asked in the paper.

Commonly asked questions

Q: What is the NIRF Ranking 2025 of the University of Mumbai?

The NIRF Ranking 2025 was released on September 4, 2025. The University of Mumbai ranks as follows in different categories:

Overall Ranking 2025: Rank 92
University-Wise Ranking 2025: Rank 54

Q: What are the important topics asked in DCJ Entrance Exam?

As per official exam pattern published by Department of Communication and Journalism, University of Mumbai, the important topics of DCJ entrance exam are:

Media Management, Interactive Communication Skills, Media Productions, Media Research, New Technologies in Media Application, Reporting and Editing etc.

DCJ Entrance Exam Syllabus 2026

Check the table below for the DCJ Entrance Exam Syllabus 2026 for MA in Communication and Journalism, Electronic Media, Public Relations, and Film Studies:

MA in Communication and Journalism
Media Management	Interactive Communication Skills	Electronic Media
Media Productions	Media Research	Advertising and Corporate Communication
Media Writing	New Technologies in Media Application	Communication Research
Principles of Mass Communication	Reporting and Editing	Inter-Cultural Communication
Production Portfolio	Public Relations	Development Communication
Principles of International Communication	Media Law and Ethics	Development of Media
MA in Electronic Media
Communication Theory	Media Economics	Ethics, Constitutions and Media Laws
Reporting and Editing	Media Criticism	Visual Communication
Writing Skills	Introduction to Film Studies	-
MA in Public Relations
Public Relations	Media Relations	Ethics, Constitution and Media Laws
Introduction to Organizational Behaviour and HR Policies	Research in Public Relations-I	Media Management
Public Relations Campaigns	Research in Public Relations-II	Conflict Communication
New Media and Technologies in Public Relations	Public Relations in Private and Public Sector	Media Advocacy
MA in Film Studies
Film Theory	Media Economics	Contemporary World Cinema
Visual Communication	Media Criticism	Indian Cinema
History of World Cinema	Introduction to Media Research	-

Commonly asked questions

Q: What is the passing marks for DCJ entrance exam?

The passing marks for DCJ entrance exam is 150 marks (aggregate) in three tests. These tests are Written Test, Group Discussion, and Interview. Students with aggregate marks will be eligible for admission at Department of Communication and Journalism.

Q: Is DCJ entrance exam date 2026 announced?

No, the University of Mumbai will release the datesheet for written test, group discussion, and interview at mu.ac.in. The DCJ 2026 registration process is expected to begin in May/June 2026.

Candidates planning to appear for the entrance exam for admission to MACJ and MAPR must submit the application form, along with their statement of purpose and two testimonials.

DCJ Entrance Exam Pattern 2026

Below is the DCJ 2026 Entrance Exam Pattern for the written test:

Parameters for Assessment	Marks
Language and Grammar	10 marks
Articulation	10 marks
Word Management	20 marks
Historical Context	20 marks
Originality and Quality of Content	20 marks
Conclusion	20 marks
Total	100 marks

Commonly asked questions

Q: Where can I get current affairs for DCJ Entrance Exam?

To prepare for current affairs section of Department of Communication and Journalism entrance exam, check online for current political, economics, and entertainment news. You can also download Apps of top newspapers or other news Apps like InShorts, Daily Hunt, etc.

Q: I forgot my DCJ login password. How do I retrieve it?

Check out the steps to retrieve DCJ login password.

Open the official DCJ SAMARTH Portal.
Click on 'Login'
Enter your Registered Email ID.
Click on 'Forgot Password? and then on 'Reset your Password'
Enter you email ID once again, along with the given Captcha.
Click on 'Send'.
Enter the OTP sent on your registered email ID.
Change your password.

FAQs on DCJ Entrance Exam Preparation 2026

Check out the frequently asked questions on DCJ entrance exam 2026 here:

Commonly asked questions

Q: Where can I apply for admission to the University of Mumbai through DCJ entrance exam?

Candidates planning to apply for DCJ entrance exam for admission to MA in Communication and Journalism (MACJ) and MA in Public Relations (MAPR) at the University of Mumbai can either visit the university's official website: mu.ac.in or the SAMARTH portal of Mumbai University at muadmission.samarth.edu.in.

Q: When the registration process for DCJ exam start?

The registration process for DCJ exam is expected to start in June 2026. To sumbit DCJ entrance exam application form candidates will have to pay online application fee. Candidates who will successfully submit application form will be issued admit card for entrance test.

Q: What is the eligibility criteria of DCJ entrance exam for admission to M.A. courses?

A candidate is eligible to appear for the DCJ entrance exam if:

He/she has passed the Bachelors Degree in any specialisation form MU or any other recognised university by the University of Mumbai.
He/she has submitted the DCJ exam application form of the Department of Communication and Journalism, along with the statement of purpose and two testimonials as prescribed by the university.