The Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) is inviting applications for its PhD programme. The aspiring candidates can take a look at the official website of IIMC to apply. There will be a total of 22 seats, including 18 full-time and four part-time, open for the programme. The programme covers journalism, mass communication, digital media, advertising, public relations, strategic communication, political communication, film studies, and development communication.
The criteria for a full-time PhD
The candidate must have a master's degree in journalism, mass communication, or allied fields with a minimum of 55 per cent marks, or a four-year bachelor's degree with research with a minimum of 75 per cent marks. The candidate must be UGC NET qualified in mass communication and journalism. The selection process will not feature any entrance examination. There will be shortlisting based on UGC NET qualification, and then an interview will be conducted for the shortlisted candidates.
The criteria for part-time PhD
The candidate must possess the same academic qualifications as a full-time PhD. The candidate must be currently employed and must have a minimum of 3 years of professional experience in relevant fields. The No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the employer is required. The part-time PhD candidates must sit for an offline entrance examination at IIMC Delhi. The UGC NET-qualified candidates are exempt from the entrance test. An interview for shortlisted candidates will follow it.
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The application window will close on January 30, and the course will start on April 1, 2026. The application cost is Rs 2,500 for General category candidates, Rs 1,500 for OBC/SC/ST/EWS/PWD candidates, and $100 for overseas applicants. The charge is not refundable and must be paid online.
