Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 31, 2026

The Master of Arts in Journalism and Mass Communication (MA JMC) at Graphic Era Hill University (GEHU), Dehradun is a 2-year full-time postgraduate programme offered under the Department of Media and Mass Communication. The programme covers a wide range of subjects including journalism, media management, advertising, public relations, digital media, filmmaking, media ethics, social media management, and communication strategies. The total fees for the programme are approximately Rs. 3.00 Lakhs (for All India candidates without scholarship), making it one of the more affordable MA JMC programmes in the country. The course is offered in full-time on-campus mode and is popular among graduates from diverse backgrounds who aspire to build careers in media, journalism, digital content, PR, and broadcasting.

Admissions 2026 are currently open at GEHU Dehradun. Admission is merit-based on the qualifying graduation examination. Any graduate with at least 55% marks from a recognised university is eligible to apply. The batch is expected to commence in August 2026.

Key Points

GEHU operates its own community radio station, 'Radio Zindagee 90.8 FM', which provides students with in-house practical training, internship, and job opportunities in radio broadcasting.
The programme covers both traditional and digital media, including courses on social media management, SEO, content writing, digital marketing, and emerging media trends.
Students gain hands-on experience through internships, field trips, industry visits, and live projects with media organisations.
The department has state-of-the-art media labs, studios, and equipment for practical training in journalism, broadcasting, and filmmaking.
No prior experience in journalism or media is required - the programme is open to graduates from any discipline with 55%+ marks.
The curriculum is designed with a career-driven approach, covering specialisation areas such as journalism, advertising, PR, filmmaking, and digital media through electives and projects.

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GEHU MA JMC Fees

The MA (JMC) programme at GEHU Dehradun has a total fee of approximately Rs. 3.00 Lakhs for All India candidates (without scholarship, without annual payment discount). The tuition fee per semester is Rs. 59,900 in Year 1 and Rs. 60,850 in Year 2. Merit-based scholarships are available based on graduation percentage, with the highest bracket (80%+) offering Rs. 10,500 per semester. Uttarakhand and other hilly state candidates are eligible for an additional state concession on tuition fees.

Fee Breakdown

Fee Component	Amount (Rs.)
Tuition Fee - Year 1 (2 semesters x Rs. 59,900)	1,19,800
Tuition Fee - Year 2 (2 semesters x Rs. 60,850)	1,21,700
Total Tuition Fee (2 Years)	2,41,500
Admission Fee (One-time)	10,000
Enrolment Fee (One-time)	5,000
Other Charges (Exam, Library, Insurance, Sports, PDP etc.) - 2 Years	41,000
Caution Money (Refundable)	3,000
Total Fees (All India, No Scholarship)	3,00,500
Hostel Fees (Optional, per year)	Rs. 1,20,000 - Rs. 2,30,000 (depending on room type)

Caution Money of Rs. 3,000 is fully refundable at the time of course completion.
A 5% discount is applicable on tuition fees if paid in yearly (annual) mode.
Hostel fees are optional and not included in the Total Fees above.
Hostel charges for 2026-27 range from Rs. 1,20,000 (4-seater non-AC) to Rs. 2,30,000 (single AC) per year, plus a one-time registration fee of Rs. 10,000 and a refundable security deposit of Rs. 5,000-Rs. 10,000.
Half-yearly payment option is also available; the 5% discount does not apply to half-yearly payments.
Fees are subject to revision as per university policy.
Uttarakhand and other hilly state candidates (Himachal Pradesh, J&K, Sikkim, North-Eastern states) are eligible for a state concession on tuition fees (50% seats reserved for Uttarakhand candidates).

GEHU MA JMC Admission 2026

Admissions 2026 at GEHU Dehradun are currently open for the MA (JMC) programme. The admission process is entirely online and merit-based on qualifying graduation examination scores. The university follows a rolling admission process with seats allotted on a merit-cum-first-come basis.

GEHU MA (JMC) Admission Dates

Event	Date/Period
Admissions Open	Open (as of March 2026)
Online Application Available	Ongoing
Application Fee	Rs. 1,500
Merit List / Provisional Allotment	Rolling basis
Batch Commencement	August 2026 (tentative)

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor's degree of minimum 3 years duration from a recognised university with at least 55% aggregate marks.
Graduates from any discipline (Arts, Science, Commerce, Engineering, etc.) are eligible - no prior journalism or media background required.
Candidates appearing in the final year of their qualifying examination are also eligible to apply provisionally.

Admission Process

Visit apply.gehu.ac.in and fill the online application form.
Upload required documents (graduation marksheets, ID proof, photographs).
Pay the application fee of Rs. 1,500 online.
Admission is based on merit of qualifying graduation examination.
Receive provisional allotment letter digitally upon merit evaluation.
Pay the course fee to confirm admission (yearly or half-yearly mode).

GEHU MA JMC Scholarships 2026

GEHU Dehradun offers a merit-based scholarship structure for the MA (JMC) programme based on graduation percentage. Scholarships are locked in at the time of admission for the entire course duration, subject to maintaining a minimum 7 SGPA each semester. Multiple scholarships can be stacked (up to Academic Scholarship + 3 additional scholarships).

Scholarship Structure

Scholarship / Concession	Eligibility Criterion	Amount / Benefit
Academic Scholarship (Highest Bracket)	Graduation 80%+	Rs. 10,500 per semester
Academic Scholarship (2nd Bracket)	Graduation 75-80%	Rs. 7,400 per semester
Academic Scholarship (3rd Bracket)	Graduation 70-75%	Rs. 5,250 per semester
Academic Scholarship (4th Bracket)	Graduation 65-70%	Rs. 4,200 per semester
Academic Scholarship (5th Bracket)	Graduation 60-65%	Rs. 2,600 per semester
Academic Scholarship (6th Bracket)	Graduation below 60%	Nil
Diversity Scholarship	70%+ in 12th (10% of All India seats)	Rs. 6,000 per semester
Diversity Scholarship (Lower Bracket)	60-69.99% in 12th	Rs. 4,000 per semester
Female Candidate Concession	All female candidates	10% on Net Tuition Fee (additional)
Ward of Defence Personnel Concession	Wards of current/ex-servicemen (Army, Navy, Air Force, Paramilitary)	5% on Net Tuition Fee
Loyalty Concession	Alumni of any Graphic Era Group institution	10% on Net Tuition Fee
Sibling Concession	Immediate sibling of current GEHU student	7.5% on Net Tuition Fee
Sibling Concession (Alumni)	Immediate sibling of GEHU alumni	5% on Net Tuition Fee
Annual Payment Concession	Paying fees in yearly (annual) mode	5% on Net Tuition Fee
State Concession	Candidates from Uttarakhand, HP, J&K, Sikkim, NE states	Special concession on tuition fee (50% seats reserved)

Scholarship bracket is frozen at the time of admission and does not change during the course.
Scholarship is not applicable for a semester if the student scores below 7 SGPA or has a backlog in any subject; it is reinstated once the student clears the backlog and scores 7 SGPA or above.
A maximum of Academic Scholarship + 3 additional scholarships/concessions can be availed simultaneously.
All scholarships require valid supporting documents; failure to provide documents results in cancellation of the scholarship.

GEHU Dehradun MA Journalism & Mass Communication Ranking

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GEHU MA JMC FAQs

Ques. Does GEHU have its own media studio and radio station for MA JMC students?

Ans. Yes, GEHU has state-of-the-art media labs, studios, and equipment for practical training. Most notably, the university operates its own community radio station, 'Radio Zindagee 90.8 FM', which provides MA JMC students with hands-on training in radio broadcasting, production, and hosting. Students can also intern and even get job opportunities through the radio station, making it a significant practical advantage over many other MA JMC programmes.

Ques. Can a science or engineering graduate apply for MA JMC at GEHU?

Ans. Yes. The eligibility for MA JMC at GEHU requires only a Bachelor's degree of at least 3 years from a recognised university with a minimum of 55% marks. There is no restriction on the stream of graduation. Science, engineering, commerce, or arts graduates can all apply. No prior experience in journalism or media is required.

Ques. What are the career options after MA JMC from GEHU Dehradun?

Ans. Graduates can pursue careers as Journalists (print, TV, digital), News Anchors, Editors, Advertising Professionals, PR Managers, Digital Media Specialists, Social Media Managers, Content Creators, Filmmakers, Screenwriters, Radio Jockeys, and Corporate Communication Managers. The media industry offers diverse opportunities across traditional media (newspapers, TV, radio) and digital platforms (OTT, social media, digital news portals). Companies like Times Group, NDTV, Amar Ujala, Dainik Jagran, Hindustan Times, and various digital media startups recruit media graduates.

Ques. What is the total fee for MA JMC at GEHU after scholarship? Is it affordable?

Ans. The gross total fee is approximately Rs. 3.00 Lakhs (without scholarship). With the highest merit scholarship (Rs. 10,500 per semester x 4 = Rs. 42,000) plus the 5% annual payment discount, the net fee can come down to approximately Rs. 2.35 Lakhs for top-merit All India candidates. Female candidates get an additional 10% concession on net tuition. Compared to MA JMC programmes at other private universities in India, GEHU's programme is very competitively priced.

Ques. Does the MA JMC programme at GEHU cover digital media and social media?

Ans. Yes, the curriculum specifically includes courses on digital media, social media management, SEO, content writing, and emerging media trends. The programme is designed to prepare students for both traditional and digital media careers. Students learn to manage digital content strategies, create multimedia content, and understand the evolving digital media landscape, making them relevant for modern media industry roles.

Ques. Is there a specialisation option within the MA JMC programme at GEHU?

Ans. While the MA JMC is a broad programme covering journalism, advertising, PR, digital media, and filmmaking, students can focus on specific areas through elective courses and project work. The programme spans four semesters, with each semester covering different subjects. Students interested in specific areas like radio broadcasting can also get practical experience through the university's Radio Zindagee 90.8 FM station, while those interested in filmmaking can use the studio facilities for hands-on projects.