CSJMU Ph.D Journalism And Mass Communication: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The Department of Journalism and Mass Communication at CSJMU offers Ph.D. research in Print Media, Broadcast Media, New Media, Film Studies, and Integrated Marketing Communication. The department especially focuses on interdisciplinary research, allowing scholars to explore topics that cut across multiple media domains. Candidates are advised to check the approved supervisors list on the CSJMU Research portal to identify available supervisors and their research specialisations before applying.

Ans. As per UGC Ph.D. Regulations 2022, candidates who have qualified UGC-NET/JRF or equivalent national-level tests are typically exempted from the university-level entrance test. At CSJMU, such candidates are required to appear for the subject-wise interview only. However, the exact exemption criteria are specified in the annual Ph.D. admission notification, and candidates should verify the current year's notification for precise details. Qualifying UGC-NET/JRF is strongly recommended as it also provides financial support through the JRF fellowship.

Ans. For a General/OBC candidate completing the Ph.D. in the minimum 3-year duration, the estimated total fee outgo is approximately Rs. 1,06,000, comprising: Admission Fee (Rs. 45,000) + Annual Fee for 3 years (Rs. 30,000) + Synopsis/RDC Fee (Rs. 6,000) + Thesis Evaluation Fee (Rs. 15,000) + Viva Fee (Rs. 10,000). For SC/ST/PwD candidates, the admission fee is Rs. 30,000, reducing the total to approximately Rs. 91,000. Additional costs include hostel (if opted), stationery, and research-related expenses.

Ans. Yes, CSJMU offers a Part-time Ph.D. option for working professionals at a fee of Rs. 50,000 per year. Working professionals such as journalists, media educators, and communication professionals can pursue the Ph.D. while continuing their employment. The part-time Ph.D. follows the same UGC regulations and CSJMU ordinance as the full-time programme, including mandatory Pre-Ph.D. Course Work and the minimum 3-year residency period.

Ans. The number of Ph.D. seats varies each year based on the availability of approved supervisors and their remaining supervision capacity. For the 2026-27 session, CSJMU offered a total of 201 Ph.D. seats across all disciplines. The selection process involves a written entrance test followed by a subject-wise interview before a departmental selection committee. The final merit list is prepared based on interview performance and is published on the university website. Candidates are admitted in order of merit up to the available number of vacant seats.

Ans. Pre-Ph.D. Course Work is mandatory for all Ph.D. scholars at CSJMU as per UGC regulations. It typically covers research methodology, review of published research, and subject-specific advanced topics. The course work is conducted within the university and must be completed with a minimum qualifying grade before the scholar can proceed to the research phase. The syllabus for Pre-Ph.D. Course Work is available on the CSJMU Research portal (csjmu.ac.in/research/syllabus/). Candidates who have already completed M.Phil. course work may be eligible for exemption from Pre-Ph.D. Course Work as per CSJMU Ph.D. Ordinance.