Patliputra University Patna MA Journalism & Mass Communication: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. Patliputra University does not conduct any separate entrance exam for M.A. Journalism and Mass Communication admission. The selection is entirely merit-based, where the merit list is prepared on the basis of marks obtained in the Honours/Major subject at the graduation level. If seats remain vacant after considering Honours marks, subsidiary/pass course marks are taken into account. This makes the admission process straightforward for students who have performed well in their undergraduate studies.

Ans. M.A. JMC is offered at select affiliated colleges of Patliputra University in Patna. During the online admission process on the portal (admission.ppuponline.in), candidates can view the list of participating colleges along with available seats. You can select your preferred college(s) from the portal. Seat allotment is based on merit and your college preferences. It is advisable to check the seat availability list (PPUP_PGT.pdf on the portal) before finalising your college choices.

Ans. The official tuition fee is Rs. 2,560 per semester, which amounts to Rs. 10,240 for the entire 2-year (4-semester) programme. This is the tuition fee as per the university's PG fee structure. Additionally, there is a one-time application/registration fee of Rs. 800 (General/BC-I/BC-II/EWS) or Rs. 600 (SC/ST) paid at the time of applying. Some colleges may charge minor additional fees such as library fees or development charges at the college level, which can vary. Students should confirm the complete fee structure with their allotted college at the time of admission.

Ans. After completing M.A. JMC, graduates can pursue careers as journalists, news anchors, content writers, public relations officers, media planners, digital content creators, social media managers, and communication consultants. They can work with print media houses, TV channels, digital news portals, PR agencies, advertising firms, and government information departments. Many graduates from Bihar also appear for state government jobs such as BPSC (Bihar Public Service Commission) or central government media-related positions. The degree also qualifies candidates for PhD programmes in Journalism and Mass Communication.

Ans. No, the M.A. Journalism and Mass Communication programme at Patliputra University is offered exclusively as a full-time, on-campus regular course. Students are required to attend classes physically at the allotted affiliated college. There is no distance or online mode available for this course at Patliputra University. Students seeking distance mode should explore options like IGNOU, which offers M.A. in Journalism and Mass Communication through distance learning.

Ans. Yes, students from outside Bihar can apply for M.A. JMC at Patliputra University; there is no domicile restriction for admission. However, Bihar domicile students get the benefit of state government scholarships (Post Matric Scholarship, Mukhyamantri Kanya Utthan Yojana, etc.), which are not available to out-of-state students. Required documents include graduation mark sheets, transfer certificate, migration certificate (if from another university), caste certificate (if applicable), Aadhaar card, passport-size photographs, and income certificate (if applying for scholarships).