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A.J.K. Mass Communication Research Centre Admissions Details

A.J.K. Mass Communication Research Centre Application/Admission Process

A.J.K. Mass Communication Research Centre, New Delhi – Admission

A.J.K. Mass Communication Research Centre (AJK MCRC), is a part of Jamia Millia Islamia in New Delhi. The institute offers specialized postgraduate programs in Mass Communication, including MA in Mass Communication, PG Diplomas in various streams like Development Communication and Visual Effects, and PhD programs. Admissions for 2026 will be following an entrance-based process managed by Jamia Millia Islamia, emphasizing aptitude in media and communication fields. The admission process will ensure selection of candidates with strong academic backgrounds and relevant skills through exams, interviews, and portfolios.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Candidates need a bachelor's degree in any discipline with at least 50% aggregate marks for MA and most PG Diploma programs; PG Diplomas may require 45-50% in some cases.
  • PhD aspirants must hold a master's degree with qualifying scores, followed by an entrance test and research proposal.
  • Foreign/NRI students can apply separately, with relaxed norms but specific deadlines.

Admission Process

  • Applications start online via the Jamia Millia Islamia website: register with basic details, fill the form, upload documents, and pay the INR 700 fee (approximate for most courses).
  • Shortlisting occurs via the JMI Entrance Test (objective and descriptive, covering General English, Awareness, Reasoning, and Mass Communication topics), followed by interviews (45 marks) and portfolio evaluation (55 marks for some programs).
  • Merit lists are released post-selection, with seat confirmation at the admission center.

Important Dates (2026 Cycle)

Specific 2026 dates are typically announced early in the year on the official JMI site, synchronized with the academic calendar.

The following table below is a projected timeline based on patterns (e.g., applications open early, exams in May-June).

Event

Tentative Date (2026)

Application Start

February 2026

Application Deadline

April 2026

Entrance Exam

May-June 2026

Interview/Portfolio

June-July 2026

Merit List Release

July 2026

Admission Confirmation

July-August 2026

Classes Commence

August 2026

NRI/Foreign Deadline

June 13, 2026

Application Fees and Documents

  • The application fee stands at around INR 700 for most programs, payable online during submission.
  • Required documents include scanned Class 10/12 and graduation marksheets, leaving certificate, Aadhaar Card or ID proof, passport-size photo, and signature; portfolios are mandatory for creative programs.
  • Originals must be presented for verification during seat allotment.

 

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