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The M.Phil. in Communication (Part Time) at Dr. G.R. Damodaran College of Science (GRDCS), Coimbatore, is a two-year postgraduate research programme offered by the Department of Visual Communication under Bharathiar University. The programme develops advanced research skills in research methodology, mass communication theory, media studies, journalism research, digital media, communication ethics, and contemporary media research, culminating in a dissertation. Designed for working professionals who hold a relevant postgraduate degree, the part-time format accommodates study alongside employment. GRDCS is an autonomous institution with NAAC A+ Grade (2023), affiliated to Bharathiar University, offering M.Phil programmes across all departments covered by its undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

Applications for the 2026-27 academic session are expected to open from June 2026; candidates should follow the Bharathiar University Research Admission CET notification and apply through the GRDCS admissions office at grd.org.

Key Points

GRDCS M.Phil. (Communication) Part Time is a 2 years research programme affiliated to Bharathiar University at a NAAC A+ Grade institution.
The programme covers research methodology, mass communication theory, media studies, journalism research, digital media, communication ethics, and contemporary media research, culminating in an original research dissertation.
Total programme fee is ₹42,000 for the complete course.
Admission is based on Bharathiar University Research Admission CET; UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, SLET, and SET holders are exempt from the CET.
The part-time format is designed for working professionals; classes and research guidance are scheduled to accommodate employment.

GRDCS M.Phil. (Communication) Fees

M.Phil. (Communication) Fee Structure

Component	Amount (INR)
Programme Fee (Year 1)	₹21,000
Programme Fee (Year 2)	₹21,000
Total Fees (2 Years)	₹42,000

Programme fee is payable at ₹21,000 per year across two academic years; total is ₹42,000.
Additional charges such as examination fee, library fee, and laboratory fee may apply as per Bharathiar University and college norms.
Specific fee components for the 2026-27 session may be confirmed from the college fee circular at grd.org.

GRDCS M.Phil. (Communication) Admission 2026

Important Dates

Event	Date
GRDCS M.Phil Application Open	June 2026
Bharathiar University Research Admission CET	June-July 2026 (as per BU notification)
Interview at GRDCS	July 2026
Final Selection and Admission	July-August 2026
Classes Commence	August 2026

Entrance Exam Dates

Exam	Registration End	Exam Date	Result
Bharathiar University Research Admission CET	June 2026	June-July 2026	July 2026
UGC-NET / CSIR-NET / SLET / SET	Exempt from CET	Holders shortlisted directly for interview	As per BU norms

Admission to M.Phil at GRDCS is governed by Bharathiar University regulations; candidates must qualify the university’s Research Admission CET or hold a valid UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, SLET, or SET score.
NET/GATE/SLET/SET holders are exempt from the university CET and are directly shortlisted for the interview round.
Final selection is based on CET score (or exemption) and performance in the interview conducted at GRDCS.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must hold a M.A. (Journalism and Mass Communication), M.Sc. (Visual Communication), M.J.M.C., or a closely related postgraduate degree in communication from a recognised university.
A minimum aggregate of 55 percent marks in the qualifying postgraduate degree is required (50 percent for SC/ST candidates).
Candidates in the final semester of their PG programme may apply provisionally, subject to completion before admission.
Candidates must qualify the Bharathiar University Research Admission CET or hold a valid UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, SLET, or SET score.

Admission Process

Monitor the Bharathiar University website and GRDCS notice board for the Research Admission CET notification for the current academic year.
Register for and appear in the Bharathiar University Research Admission CET; UGC-NET/SLET/SET holders may apply directly for the interview.
Apply to the GRDCS M.Phil programme through the admissions office at grd.org with postgraduate mark sheets and CET/NET scorecard.
Appear for the Personal Interview conducted by the GRDCS research committee as per the published schedule.
Upon selection, complete the enrolment formalities and pay the programme fee to confirm the seat.

GRDCS M.Phil. (Communication) Scholarships 2026

M.Phil. (Communication) Scholarships Available

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
Tamil Nadu Government Scholarship	Full to partial tuition cover	SC, ST, and MBC students in Tamil Nadu colleges
Post-Matric Scholarship for Minorities	As per government rates	Minority students; income below ₹2,00,000 per year
NSP Central Sector Scholarship	₹20,000 per year (PG)	Meritorious PG students; income below ₹8,00,000 per year
UGC-JRF Fellowship	₹37,000-42,000 per month	UGC-NET JRF qualifiers pursuing research programmes

Students should register on the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in and the Tamil Nadu state scholarship portal during the annual window.
UGC-JRF holders admitted to M.Phil may be eligible for fellowship support; candidates are advised to check with the college research coordinator.

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Dr GR Damodaran College of Science Coimbatore M.Phil Communication: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

GRDCS M.Phil. (Communication) Fees

M.Phil. (Communication) Fee Structure

GRDCS M.Phil. (Communication) Admission 2026

Important Dates

Entrance Exam Dates

Eligibility Criteria

Admission Process

GRDCS M.Phil. (Communication) Scholarships 2026

M.Phil. (Communication) Scholarships Available

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