Kerala University BAJMC Journalism and Mass Communication: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

The Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Mass Communication (BA JMC) at Kerala University is a 3-year full-time, on-campus undergraduate programme offered through affiliated Government, Aided, and Self-Financing colleges across the university's jurisdiction. The course covers print journalism, broadcast media, digital media, public relations, advertising, and media ethics, equipping students with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. The total fees for the programme range from approximately Rs. 35,560 (for General category students at aided/government colleges) to higher amounts at self-financing institutions, spread across 6 semesters. Admission is merit-based through the Kerala University Centralised Allotment Process (CAP), with seat intake typically being 30 seats per college. The programme is popular among students in Kerala for its affordable fee structure, strong regional media industry connections, and the university's NAAC A++ accreditation.

Admission for the 2026-27 academic session is currently ongoing. The last date to submit the online application is April 30, 2026. The entrance examination is scheduled from May 18 to May 24, 2026, and classes are expected to commence from July 1, 2026.

Key Points

• The BA JMC programme at Kerala University is offered under the Four Year Undergraduate Programme (FYUGP) framework as per NEP 2020, allowing students to exit with a Bachelor's degree after 3 years (133 credits) or continue for an Honours/Honours with Research degree after 4 years (177 credits).
• Students who secure 75% or above marks in the first six semesters are eligible for the Honours with Research stream in the fourth year.
• The programme includes Discipline Specific Core (DSC) courses, Skill Enhancement Courses (SEC), Multi-Disciplinary Courses (MDC), and Value Added Courses (VAC), ensuring a well-rounded curriculum.
• A weightage of 10% of marks obtained for Journalism (for candidates who studied Journalism as a subject at the +2 level) is added to the index marks for ranking purposes.
• The course is offered in full-time, on-campus mode at multiple affiliated colleges across the Kerala University jurisdiction, including government, aided, and self-financing institutions.
• SC/ST students are exempted from tuition fees; SEBC students get a 2% relaxation in qualifying marks.

KU BA JMC Fees

Component-wise Fee Structure (General Category - Government/Aided Colleges)

Hostel Fees (Optional, where available)

Hostel is not mandatory. Hostel fees vary by college and are paid separately.

• The Caution Deposit of Rs. 1,000 is refundable at the time of course completion or withdrawal, subject to no dues.
• SC/ST students are fully exempted from tuition fees and admission fees. OEC students with Non-Creamy Layer certificate are also eligible for fee concessions.
• SEBC students (Ezhava, Muslim, Latin Catholic, Other Backward Christian, Other Backward Hindu) with Non-Creamy Layer certificate are eligible for fee concessions as per government norms.
• Students eligible for e-grants (government scholarship portal) are exempt from examination and course fees.
• At self-financing colleges, fees are significantly higher as per the fee structure approved by the Government of Kerala (Annexure VIII of the FYUGP Prospectus).
• Registration fee for the online application is Rs. 1,000 for General/SEBC candidates and Rs. 500 for SC/ST candidates (one-time, non-refundable).
• No EMI facility is officially offered; fees are paid semester-wise.

KU BA JMC Admission 2026

Kerala University FYUGP Admission 2026-27 - Important Dates

*Source: Kerala University Official Admission Portal - admissions.keralauniversity.ac.in*

• The BA JMC programme at Kerala University does not require a separate national-level entrance exam.
• Admission is based on merit (index marks from 10+2) through the Kerala University Centralised Allotment Process (CAP).
• The university conducts its own entrance examination for FYUGP programmes in its teaching departments (not for affiliated college admissions).
• No national exam such as CUET is mandatory for this course at Kerala University affiliated colleges.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must have passed the Higher Secondary Examination (Class 12) of the Government of Kerala or an equivalent examination recognised by the University.
• There is no minimum percentage requirement for general eligibility; however, ranking is based on index marks calculated from 10+2 marks plus subject-specific weightage.
• A weightage of 10% of marks obtained for Journalism is added for candidates who have studied Journalism as a subject at the +2 level.
• SC/ST candidates require only a pass in the qualifying examination; SEBC candidates get a 2% relaxation in the prescribed minimum marks.
• There is no upper age limit for admission to FYUGP programmes.

Admission Process

• Register online at admissions.keralauniversity.ac.in before the application deadline.
• Fill in personal and academic details, upload required documents (photo, signature, mark sheets, community/caste certificates if applicable).
• Pay the registration fee online (Rs. 1,000 for General/SEBC; Rs. 500 for SC/ST).
• Submit college and course preferences in order of priority through the online portal.
• Allotment is done based on index marks (merit) and reservation norms through the Centralised Allotment Process (CAP).
• Candidates must report to the allotted college with original documents within the stipulated time after allotment.
• Spot admissions may be conducted by the university for vacant seats after the regular allotment rounds.

KU BA JMC Scholarships 2026

Scholarships

• SC/ST students receiving e-grants are also eligible for hostel reimbursement and an annual pocket money of Rs. 40,000.
• Scholarship application deadlines vary; students are advised to check the National Scholarship Portal and Kerala E-Grants Portal at the start of each academic year.
• Students on merit seats at government/aided colleges may not need to pay tuition fees if they qualify for e-grants or other government scholarships.
• PTA (Parent-Teacher Association) fund contributions vary by college and are separate from the official fee structure.