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

Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU), Kottayam, offers the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Journalism and Mass Communication as a 4-year full-time on-campus programme under the Faculty of Social Sciences, following the NEP-based MGU-UGP framework. The course covers print, broadcast, digital journalism, media management, public relations, advertising, and communication theory, equipping students with both theoretical knowledge and practical media skills. Annual tuition fees at aided affiliated colleges range from approximately Rs. 3,150 to Rs. 5,000 per year, while self-financing colleges charge around Rs. 21,000 per year as tuition; total course fees (4 years) at aided colleges are approximately Rs. 34,680, and at self-financing colleges approximately Rs. 84,000 to Rs. 1,02,000. Admission is purely merit-based through the MGU Centralised Allotment Process (CAP), with no entrance exam required for UG programmes. The programme is popular for its strong media industry connections in Kerala, affordable fees at government and aided colleges, and the credibility of an MGU degree across South India.

Admission Status: The MGU UGP (Honours) CAP 2026 admission process is upcoming for the academic year 2026-27. Based on the 2025 schedule, online registration is expected to open in May 2026, with the last date for application submission tentatively in early June 2026, and the first allotment expected in mid-June 2026. Classes are expected to commence from July 2026. Students are advised to regularly check cap.mgu.ac.in for the official 2026 schedule once announced.

KEY POINTS

• The programme follows the 4-year NEP-based Honours framework (MGU-UGP), with exit options at the end of each year with appropriate certificates/diplomas.
• Students can opt for a Double Major combining Political Science with Journalism and Mass Communication, offering a unique interdisciplinary advantage.
• The curriculum includes hands-on components such as media lab work, field reporting, documentary production, and internships with media organisations.
• MGU is NAAC A++ accredited and ranked among the top universities in Kerala, lending strong credibility to the degree.
• Affiliated colleges offering this programme are spread across Kottayam, Ernakulam, Idukki, Pathanamthitta, and Alappuzha districts.

MGU BA(JMC) Fees

Tuition and Other Fees - Aided Affiliated Colleges (Approximate)

Tuition and Other Fees - Self-Financing / Unaided Affiliated Colleges

Hostel Fees (Optional - not mandatory, varies by college)

• Fees at aided colleges are regulated by the Government of Kerala and are significantly lower than self-financing colleges.
• University examination and other fees are subject to a 5% annual increase as per MGU directives.
• Hostel availability and charges vary by affiliated college; hostel is not mandatory.
• No EMI facility is officially offered; fees are typically paid semester-wise or annually as per college norms.
• Refundable deposits (caution deposit, library deposit) of approximately Rs. 500 - Rs. 1,000 are collected at the time of admission and refunded at the time of leaving the college.

MGU BA(JMC) Admission 2026

MGU UGP CAP 2026 - Admission Schedule (Tentative, based on 2025 actual dates)

• The MGU UGP CAP 2026 official schedule has not yet been released as of April 2026.
• Dates above are based on the 2025 schedule.
• Students must check cap.mgu.ac.in for the official 2026 schedule.

Entrance Exam - Not Applicable

MGU UG admissions are purely merit-based through CAP; no entrance exam is required for BA Journalism and Mass Communication. CUET UG score is NOT required or accepted for MGU UG CAP admissions.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must have passed Plus Two (10+2) or an equivalent examination recognised by Mahatma Gandhi University.
• There is no minimum percentage requirement for general eligibility; however, admission is merit-based and competitive, with rank determined by marks in the qualifying examination.
• No upper or lower age limit for admission to UG programmes (except Sports Quota, where the upper age limit is 25 years).

Admission Process

• Register online at cap.mgu.ac.in by paying the application fee of Rs. 800 (Rs. 400 for SC/ST candidates).
• Fill in personal and academic details, and submit options for preferred programmes and colleges in order of preference.
• A provisional rank list is published based on index marks calculated from Plus Two marks (total marks + marks in relevant optional subject + bonus marks if applicable for NCC/NSS/Scouts).
• Allotments are made in multiple rounds (First, Second, Third, and Supplementary Allotments) based on rank and options submitted.
• Candidates who receive allotment must complete admission at the allotted college within the stipulated dates by paying the required fees.
• Candidates opting for temporary admission can retain higher options for subsequent allotment rounds.
• Document verification is conducted by the college at the time of admission.

MGU BA(JMC) Scholarships 2026

Scholarships

• State Merit Scholarship and District Merit Scholarship applications are submitted through the DCE portal: dcescholarship.kerala.gov.in
• Central Sector and NSP-based scholarships are applied through scholarships.gov.in
• Application deadlines for most scholarships are typically between September and November of the academic year.
• Students must renew scholarships annually by meeting the required academic performance criteria.
• SC/ST students are also eligible for special allotment rounds under MGU CAP, in addition to scholarship benefits.