Alliance University Bangalore Bachelor of Arts [BA] {Hons.} Film and Media Studies: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Q: I got admission to the MBA course at Alliance University, Bangalore. Is this a good choice?

Master of Business AdministrationorMBAis one of the most popular post-graduate programs in India and abroad. Admissionto the course is granted on the basis of the AllianceManagement Aptitude Test (AMAT)exam. However, theuniversitygives preference to candidates with a score in CAT/XAT/MAT/CMAT/GMAT/KMAT/NMAT. One has to pay 13.5 Lacs in 2 year on an installment basis. In 2020 Alliance University has been ranked 39 among the Management institutes by National Institutional Ranking Framework(NIRF). The faculty consists of highly experienced and qualified professors who belong from IIT, IIM, NIT and other International Institutions. They have been mentoring students passionately and providing them the correct balance for theoretical and practical learning. It has also been featured in "Great Indian Institutes” Forbes Indian Marquee Edition in association with skill tree knowledge Consortium and a great place to study in 2018. The institute provides 3-6 months of internship programs for students before the final placements. Roles offered by Alliance School of Business are key account manager, relationship manager, HR business partner, assistant, strategic growth analyst e.t.c. MBA placements at Alliance University offered the highest salary package compared to other courses of INR 22.6 LPA, while the average salary was 7.6 LPA in the year 2019. More than 90% of students got placed in reputed firms. Their regular recruiting partners include names such as Amazon India, TATA Consultancy Services, Tech Mahindra, Wipro, Axis Bank, Decathlon and many more. Overall it is a good university and one would not regret after taking admission in this university.

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02 Sep, 2026 Alliance University Bangalore BA {Hons.} Media Studies Admission 2027 begins. Apply Now! For more details, click here.

11 May, 2026 Alliance University Bangalore BA {Hons.} Media Studies Fee Structure 2026 has been released. The total academic fee is ₹ 14.13 Lakhs.

Total fees

INR 14 Lakhs

4 years, no hostel

Average pay

INR 5.3 LPA

UG campus average, latest batch

Selection score

AAT safe target, General

Placement support

100%

career support, official site

In This Page▾

01About this courseThe full write-up, from fees to placements 02Should you pick it?Who it suits, who should skip it, and advice 03EligibilityThe marks and test route before you apply 04Admission ProcessEvery step from the form to reporting 05Admission DatesThe admission calendar, step by step 06FeesThe full course cost with and without hostel 07Will your rank get you in?Score ranges by category and test route 08ScholarshipsWhat you can claim and what you missed 09How does it compare?The same course at colleges in its league, side by side 10FAQsShort answers to what students ask before they apply

About Alliance BA Media Studies

Alliance University offers a four-year, full-time BA Media Studies course in Bangalore with 60 seats. The course takes eight semesters and sits in the School of Liberal Arts and Humanities. The university is UGC recognised and lists media labs, a shooting floor, a news desk, editing suites and audio rooms for this school. The full fee without hostel is INR 14 Lakhs, paid through registration and four fee parts. Admission uses AAT, SAT or ACT and a personal interview. The official placement page prints INR 5.3 LPA as the latest UG campus average. The course also requires social sector and industry internships.

Alliance BA Media Studies Fees

The full course costs INR 14 Lakhs without hostel and INR 22 Lakhs with hostel. The tuition and academic fee is INR 13.75 Lakhs. You pay the registration fee once, then pay four fee parts during the course. Hostel and living cost add INR 8 Lakhs over four years.

Fee head	Amount	How it is charged
Registration fee	INR 25,000	One time, in year 1
Tuition and academic fee	INR 13.75 Lakhs	Full course, as published
Hostel and mess	INR 6 Lakhs	INR 1.50 Lakhs a year, 4 years
Living cost	INR 2 Lakhs	INR 50,000 a year, 4 years
Total, no hostel	INR 14 Lakhs	Full course
Total with hostel	INR 22 Lakhs	Full course

Alliance BA Media Studies Admission Dates

Applications are expected to open in Nov 2026 and classes start in Aug 2027. The last date to apply is expected in May 2027. The test, interview, offer letter and reporting steps come between these two dates.

Event	Date	Status
Application form opens	Nov 2026	Tentative
Application form, last date to apply	May 2027	Tentative
AAT, SAT or ACT score upload	Jun 2027	Tentative
AAT result and interview shortlist	Jun 2027	Tentative
Personal interview	Jun 2027	Tentative
Selection letter and seat allotment	Jul 2027	Tentative
First fee payment, last date	Jul 2027	Tentative
Reporting and document check	Jul 2027	Tentative
Classes start	Aug 2027	Tentative

Alliance BA Media Studies Eligibility

You need Class 12 in any stream with 50% marks. SC and ST students get a 5% relaxation. You also need AAT, SAT or ACT and must attend the interview. If your marks are short, wait for the next intake.

Requirement	What you need
Class 12 stream	Any stream from a recognised board
Class 12 marks	50% for General, 45% for SC and ST
Test route	AAT, SAT or ACT
Interview	Personal interview after the test step

Alliance BA Media Studies Admission Process

The application fee is INR 1,000 and the process has five steps in the table. Alliance admissions checks your form, test score and interview together. You apply online, pay the fee, write AAT or submit SAT or ACT, then attend the interview. You lose the offer if the first fee is not paid by the last date.

Step	What you do
1. Submit form	Fill the online application for BA Media Studies
2. Pay fee	Pay the application fee of INR 1,000
3. Take test	Use AAT, SAT or ACT for the test step
4. Attend interview	Speak with the admission panel about your course fit
5. Pay first fee	Accept the offer and pay by the last date

Alliance BA Media Studies Cutoff

General is 70 and OBC-NCL is 65 on the planning score table. SC and ST are 55, while EWS is 60. Alliance does not publish a fixed BA Media cutoff, so check your own test route with the Admission Cell.

Category	Closing score or range	Round and year
General	70 and above	Planning score, 2027
OBC-NCL	65 and above	Planning score, 2027
SC	55 and above	Planning score, 2027
ST	55 and above	Planning score, 2027
EWS	60 and above	Planning score, 2027

Alliance BA Media Studies Placements

The latest UG campus average is INR 5.3 LPA and the university states 100% placement support. BA Media course pay is not printed alone. Students use CAN support for internships, live projects and media roles in advertising, film, public relations and digital content.

Metric	Value
Average pay	INR 5.3 LPA, latest UG campus average
Placement support	100% career support, official site
Course pay	Not published course-wise
Internships	Social sector and industry internships
Career areas	Journalism, film, advertising, public relations and content

Alliance BA Media Studies Scholarships

The largest listed waiver is 100% and the main merit range is 30% to 50%. SC or ST shows 20%, and differently abled students show 50%. You need marks, category papers or sports papers before the admission office confirms the amount.

Scholarship	Who can get it	Amount or waiver
Special merit scholarship	Class 10 and Class 12 merit	30% to 50% tuition fee waiver
SC or ST scholarship	SC or ST with marks and test score	20% tuition fee waiver
Differently abled scholarship	Differently abled students with Class 10 and Class 12 marks	50% tuition fee waiver
Sports scholarship	National or international level player	50% to 100% tuition fee waiver

Alliance BA Media Studies Ranking

Alliance University has NAAC A+ and UGC recognition. A course-wise BA Media rank is not printed. Use the grade to check the university and use the course page to check the labs, internships and fee.

Ranking body	Year	Rank or grade
NAAC	2024	A+
UGC	2026	Recognised private university
Course rank	2027	Not published course-wise

Alliance BA Media Studies Course Structure

Year 1 has foundation courses and academic writing. Year 2 starts camera, lighting, writing for media, cinema and advertising. Year 3 adds digital marketing and track courses. Year 4 has AI in media, research and the capstone.

Year	What you study
Year 1	Critical thinking, academic writing and foundation courses
Year 2	Camera, lighting, cinema, advertising and public relations
Year 3	Digital marketing, storytelling and track courses
Year 4	AI in media, research, dissertation and capstone work

Alliance BA Media Studies Hostel and Campus

The campus is in Bangalore and hostel cost is separate from the INR 14 Lakhs course fee. The media school lists a shooting floor, chroma studio, news desk, editing suite and audio recording suite. Ask hostel staff for room type before you pay.

Item	Detail
Campus	Bangalore, Karnataka
Media lab	Shooting floor, chroma studio and news desk
Editing space	Editing suite and audio recording suite
Hostel	Separate from the course fee

Should you pick BA Media Studies at Alliance University?

This course suits students who want media, film, advertising or digital content work after college.

Pick it if:

You want media jobs in Bengaluru: the city has production houses, brand teams and digital agencies near the campus.

You want studio practice early: camera, lighting, editing, sound and AI media courses sit inside the course plan.

You want the fee against pay: INR 14 Lakhs is high, so compare it with INR 5.3 LPA before you decide.

Your admission route is flexible: AAT, SAT or ACT scores work, and the interview checks your fit.

Skip it if:

You want a low fee course: INR 14 Lakhs before hostel is high for an arts degree.

You dislike project work: the course has studio work, internships, field visits and a capstone in the final year.

You need a published media pay report: the university prints broad UG pay, not BA Media pay.

You cannot attend the interview: selection needs the test score and personal interview, so the form alone is not enough.

Counsellor's advice

Pick it if you want media work and can pay the fee without pressure. If you need a clear BA Media pay number, ask CAN before you pay.

BA Media Studies Eligibility▾

Class 12 marks: You need 50% in any stream from a recognised board.

Relaxation: SC and ST students get 5% relaxation in marks.

Test route: Use AAT, SAT or ACT for the test step.

Interview: Attend the personal interview after your test step.

Documents: Bring Class 10, Class 12, ID and category papers if they apply.

BA Media Studies Admission Process▾

Apply online: Fill the Alliance form and choose BA Media Studies.

Pay form fee: Pay INR 1,000 before the form is checked.

Take test: Write AAT or submit SAT or ACT scores.

Interview: Speak with the panel about media, film and course fit.

Accept offer: Pay the first fee by the last date or you lose the offer.

BA Media Studies Admission Dates 2027

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The 2027 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2026. A date marked Confirmed is official.

Tentative

Nov 2026

Application form opens

The form is expected in this month for the 2027 intake.

Tentative

May 2027

Application form, last date to apply

Submit the form and fee before this month ends.

Tentative

Jun 2027

AAT, SAT or ACT score upload

Use one test route for the selection step.

Tentative

Jun 2027

AAT result and interview shortlist

Shortlisted students move to the interview step.

Tentative

Jun 2027

Personal interview

Keep your portfolio or media work ready if you have it.

Tentative

Jul 2027

Selection letter and seat allotment

The offer letter states the fee date and next step.

Tentative

Jul 2027

First fee payment, last date

You lose the offer if the first fee is not paid by the date.

Tentative

Jul 2027

Reporting and document check

Bring original marksheets and ID papers for checking.

Tentative

Aug 2027

Classes start

The BA Media first semester is expected to start in this month.

Source: Alliance University admissions page. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Alliance University BA Media Studies Fees 2027

▾

This is the full 4-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add hostel and living cost.

Registration fee

One time, in year 1

INR 25,000

Tuition and academic fee

Full course, as published

INR 13.75 Lakhs

Add hostel + mess + living

Hostel and mess

Per year × 4, INR 1.50 Lakhs a year

INR 6 Lakhs

Living cost

Per year × 4, INR 50,000 a year

INR 2 Lakhs

Total course fee

INR 14 Lakhs

4 years · registration + tuition, hostel not added

Total course fee

INR 22 Lakhs

4 years · registration + tuition + hostel and living

Education loan EMI

INR 23,605

7 yr · 10.5% per year

ROI

38%

average first-year pay INR 5.3 LPA vs the full fee

Education loan EMI

INR 37,093

7 yr · 10.5% per year

ROI

24%

average first-year pay INR 5.3 LPA vs the full fee

Source: Alliance University BA Media Studies fee table. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Will your score get you BA Media Studies at Alliance University?

Pick your category and test route. The score ranges are planning ranges because Alliance does not publish a fixed course cutoff.

Alliance University BA Media Studies Scholarship Calculator

Answer two questions to see what you can claim. Confirm the final amount with Alliance.

Alliance University BA Media Studies vs similar colleges

Tap a college to see it next to Alliance University. The cream box marks the better number in each row: lower fees, higher pay, an easier cutoff.

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Alliance University

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Bangalore

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St Joseph University

Bangalore

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Ramaiah University

Bangalore

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CMR University

Bangalore

Total fees4 years, no hostel

INR 14 Lakhs

registration + tuition

INR 8.60 Lakhs

INR 5.40 Lakhs less

INR 10.80 Lakhs

INR 3.20 Lakhs less

INR 3.80 Lakhs

INR 10.20 Lakhs less

INR 4.40 Lakhs

INR 9.60 Lakhs less

INR 5 Lakhs

INR 9 Lakhs less

Average paylatest UG batch

INR 5.3 LPA

UG campus average

INR 4.5 LPA

INR 0.8 LPA less

INR 4.8 LPA

INR 0.5 LPA less

INR 3.6 LPA

INR 1.7 LPA less

INR 4.2 LPA

INR 1.1 LPA less

INR 3.8 LPA

INR 1.5 LPA less

Placement ratecareer support or placed batch

100%

career support

85%

15 points lower

80%

20 points lower

70%

30 points lower

75%

25 points lower

70%

30 points lower

Closing rankAAT score, General

safe target

15 places easier

5 places easier

5 places tougher

Same cutoff

10 places tougher

Seatsthis course

BA Media

Same seats

20 more

Same seats

10 fewer

Same seats

ROIaverage pay vs the full fee

38%

on INR 5.3 LPA

52%

14 points higher

44%

6 points higher

95%

57 points higher

95%

57 points higher

76%

38 points higher

In short

Christ costs less and has a tougher score target. If your test score clears both, compare the media labs before you pay.

In short

Jain costs less and has more seats. If you want a larger media batch, check its studio access before you decide.

In short

St Joseph costs much less, but Alliance prints stronger campus support. If fee is the main worry, compare both offers carefully.

In short

Ramaiah costs less and has fewer seats. If you want a smaller batch, ask both colleges about internships before you pay.

In short

CMR costs less and has the same seat count. If Alliance labs matter more to you, keep Alliance higher.

Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.

FAQs on Alliance University BA Media Studies

Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.

Is BA Media Studies at Alliance University worth the fee?▾

Yes, if you want a private university media course with studios and can handle the fee. The full fee without hostel is INR 14 Lakhs, and the campus UG average pay printed by the university is INR 5.3 LPA. Check the EMI line above and ask for course-wise placement data before you pay.

What job can I get after this course?▾

You can aim for journalism, film, advertising, public relations, content and digital media work. The course page names these areas and lists studio, editing and audio spaces. The university does not print BA Media pay alone, so use internships and portfolio work from year 1 to build proof.

Should I take this course if I only want film work?▾

Take it if you also want media writing, advertising and digital content. The course has filmmaking, editing, sound, cinema and track courses, but it is not only a film school course. Check the semester plan and ask how many student films you can make before you join.

Is Alliance BA Media better for advertising or journalism?▾

It suits both, but your track choice matters. The course lists advertising, branding, public relations, journalism, digital storytelling and cinema subjects. If you already know your path, ask the school which track courses are offered in your batch and how the internship is matched.

Who should skip BA Media Studies at Alliance?▾

Skip it if you need a low fee arts degree or a published BA Media placement report. The course fee is INR 14 Lakhs before hostel, and course-wise pay is not printed. Choose it only if the studio access, internships and Bangalore media market are worth that cost for you.

Is this course right for higher studies?▾

Yes, if you use the research and capstone parts well. The semester plan has research method, dissertation and capstone work in the final year. Keep strong writing samples and a project file, because those matter for MA Media, communication and journalism applications.

Should I join if my AAT score is near 70?▾

It depends on your interview and profile. Alliance does not publish a fixed BA Media cutoff, so 70 is only a planning target on this page. Apply, attend the interview and ask admissions how SAT or ACT scores are compared before you pay the first fee.

Is the fee worth it against the average pay?▾

Be careful if a loan will pay most of the fee. The course fee is INR 14 Lakhs without hostel, while the university prints INR 5.3 LPA as the latest UG campus average. If you join, use every internship and studio project to improve your portfolio.

Can I pay the Alliance BA Media fee in parts?▾

Yes, the official course fee table splits the fee into registration and four fee parts. The total programme fee is INR 14 Lakhs for Indian nationals. Before paying, ask the admission office for the due dates and refund rules in writing.

Are scholarships available for this course?▾

Yes, Alliance lists merit, category, sports, domicile, alumni and other tuition waivers. Some waivers go up to 50% and sports can go higher on the official table. Keep marksheets and certificates ready, because the final scholarship is confirmed by the university.

Is hostel included in the BA Media fee?▾

No, hostel is separate from the INR 14 Lakhs course fee. This page adds hostel and living cost only as a planning toggle. Ask the hostel office for the room type, mess fee and payment date before you count it in your budget.

Does Bangalore help media students here?▾

Yes, Bangalore helps if you use the city well. Media, advertising, brand, digital content and production work is easier to explore in a large city. Still, the college will not do your portfolio for you, so start internships and student projects early.

This page is AI assisted and human verified.

Collegedunia Team

Content Curator | Updated on - Sep 29, 2026

Alliance University Bangalore: 2 Answered Questions

Is the executive PGDM course from Alliance University recognized by WES Canada? Is it considered equivalent to a master’s degree?

Rupohi BhumikAlliance University (2019)

Someone I know recently got his PGDM degree evaluated by WES. To answer your question, the one-year PGDM diploma is not considered a master’s. My friend completed his Executive PGDM with Business Analytics as a specialization. Canada’s equivalent report for his degree is as follows. You can find the specification here and proceed accordingly.

Credential Authentication: Documents will be sent directly by the institute.
Country: India
Credential: Postgraduate Diploma (Executive)
Major: Management
Awarded by: Alliance University
Status: Recognized University
Canadian Equivanalancy: Postgraduate Diploma (one year)

You can get your postgraduate degree evaluated by WES or IAQS. Hope this was helpful.

I got admission to the MBA course at Alliance University, Bangalore. Is this a good choice?

Sagarika GuptaStudied at Alliance University (2019)

Master of Business AdministrationorMBAis one of the most popular post-graduate programs in India and abroad. Admissionto the course is granted on the basis of the AllianceManagement Aptitude Test (AMAT)exam. However, theuniversitygives preference to candidates with a score in CAT/XAT/MAT/CMAT/GMAT/KMAT/NMAT. One has to pay 13.5 Lacs in 2 year on an installment basis.

In 2020 Alliance University has been ranked 39 among the Management institutes by National Institutional Ranking Framework(NIRF).
The faculty consists of highly experienced and qualified professors who belong from IIT, IIM, NIT and other International Institutions. They have been mentoring students passionately and providing them the correct balance for theoretical and practical learning.
It has also been featured in "Great Indian Institutes” Forbes Indian Marquee Edition in association with skill tree knowledge Consortium and a great place to study in 2018.

The institute provides 3-6 months of internship programs for students before the final placements. Roles offered by Alliance School of Business are key account manager, relationship manager, HR business partner, assistant, strategic growth analyst e.t.c. MBA placements at Alliance University offered the highest salary package compared to other courses of INR 22.6 LPA, while the average salary was 7.6 LPA in the year 2019. More than 90% of students got placed in reputed firms. Their regular recruiting partners include names such as Amazon India, TATA Consultancy Services, Tech Mahindra, Wipro, Axis Bank, Decathlon and many more. Overall it is a good university and one would not regret after taking admission in this university.

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Should you pick BA Media Studies at Alliance University?

BA Media Studies Admission Dates 2027

Alliance University BA Media Studies Fees 2027

Will your score get you BA Media Studies at Alliance University?

Alliance University BA Media Studies Scholarship Calculator

Alliance University BA Media Studies vs similar colleges

FAQs on Alliance University BA Media Studies

Alliance University Bangalore: 2 Answered Questions

Is the executive PGDM course from Alliance University recognized by WES Canada? Is it considered equivalent to a master’s degree?

I got admission to the MBA course at Alliance University, Bangalore. Is this a good choice?

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