IES University Bhopal MA Journalism & Mass Communication: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The MA Journalism and Mass Communication programme at IES University Bhopal is a two-year full-time postgraduate course divided into four semesters. The curriculum covers advanced reporting, digital media, broadcast journalism, media management, media law and ethics, advertising, and public relations. Students also complete a research dissertation or media project in the final semester.

Ans. The total programme fee for MA Journalism and Mass Communication at IES University Bhopal is INR 1,20,000 for the two-year course, payable at INR 60,000 per year. Hostel and mess charges are not included in this figure and are billed separately. Candidates should verify the current fee schedule with IES University before applying for the 2026-27 academic session.

Ans. Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks. Candidates with a background in Journalism, Mass Communication, English, or Social Sciences are preferred. A valid CUET-PG score is accepted, and the IES Common Admission Test (ICAT) is also available as an alternative admission route.

Ans. IES University accepts CUET-PG scores for MA Journalism and Mass Communication admission. CUET-PG 2026 registration was open from December 14, 2025 to January 25, 2026 with the exam conducted from March 6 to March 27, 2026. The IES Common Admission Test (ICAT) is also accepted for direct entry into the MA programme.

Ans. MA Journalism and Mass Communication graduates from IES University can work as senior journalists, editors, digital content strategists, media planners, public relations managers, and corporate communication heads. Many graduates also pursue Ph.D in Journalism and Mass Communication, or clear UGC-NET in the subject to enter academics as assistant professors in media and communication departments.