IIMC Cut Offs 2026

The IIMC (Indian Institute of Mass Communication) cut-offs are a crucial benchmark for aspirants aiming to secure admission into its prestigious postgraduate programs in mass communication and journalism. These cut-offs represent the minimum rank or marks candidates must achieve in the entrance examination—primarily the CUET PG or IIMC’s own entrance exam—to qualify for counselling and subsequent admission.

Understanding IIMC Cut-Offs

IIMC cut-offs vary every year depending on several factors such as the number of applicants, difficulty level of the entrance test, number of available seats, and category-wise reservation policies. The cut-offs are published after each counselling round and differ for various campuses and specializations like English Journalism, Hindi Journalism, Radio & TV Journalism, and New Media Communications.

Campus-Wise and Course-Wise Cut-Off Trends

The cut-offs for IIMC New Delhi, one of the most sought-after campuses, are usually the highest, especially for flagship courses like the Postgraduate Diploma in English Journalism and the M.A. in New Media Communications. For example, in 2025, the closing rank for M.A. in New Media Communications at IIMC Delhi was as low as 53 in the General category, indicating intense competition.

Campuses like IIMC Jammu have relatively higher cut-off ranks, providing opportunities to a broader range of candidates, with cut-offs for PG Diploma courses typically ranging from ranks 421 to 986 in the General category in recent years.

Category-Wise Cut-Off Variation

IIMC implements reservation policies that influence cut-offs for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwD categories, resulting in comparatively relaxed rank requirements for these groups. For instance, the General category cut-off for PG Diploma in Journalism (English) might be between rank 100 to 500, whereas it would be higher (rank-wise) for reserved categories, enabling fair access.

Impact of Entrance Exam Scores on Cut-Offs

Since IIMC admissions rely heavily on entrance exam performance (now mostly through CUET PG scores), candidates must aim to score higher than the cut-off marks to secure a seat. The cut-off marks typically reflect the top percentile of scorers, with general category aspirants often needing scores upwards of 720 out of 800 in the CUET PG mass communication section, based on past trends.

Cut-Offs After Counselling Rounds and Spot Rounds

Cut-offs may fluctuate after each counselling round. Early rounds have lower (more competitive) cut-offs, while spot rounds to fill vacant seats see higher cut-offs. Candidates not meeting earlier round cut-offs may still get admission chances in later rounds depending on seat availability and category.

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FAQs

Q1. What determines the IIMC 2026 cut-off ranks?

Ans. Cut-off ranks depend on factors such as total applicants, exam difficulty, seats available, and reservation policies that vary across categories and campuses.

Q2. Are cut-offs the same for all IIMC campuses?

Ans. No, cut-offs vary by campus and specialization, with campuses like Delhi having the strictest cut-offs and others like Jammu having relatively relaxed ones.

Q3. How do category reservations affect IIMC cut-offs?

Ans. Reservation categories like SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwD have relaxed cut-off ranks compared to the General category to promote inclusive admissions.

Q4. Can a candidate below the cut-off rank get admission in any round?

Ans. Typically, candidates below the cut-off are not allotted seats, but spot rounds may provide opportunities if seats remain vacant due to withdrawals or non-confirmations.

Q5. How can aspirants use cut-off trends to improve their preparation strategy?

Ans. Aspirants should analyze past years’ cut-offs to set target ranks and scores accordingly and focus on scoring well above the previous cut-offs for a safe admission chance.