About Institute of Mass Communication and Media Technology, Kurukshetra University
IMCMT at Kurukshetra University teaches journalism, multimedia, animation and printing technology, with four-year UG degrees on Class 12 merit and MA and M.Sc courses through an entrance test.
The Institute of Mass Communication and Media Technology is a teaching institute of Kurukshetra University in Haryana. It runs a four-year BA in Journalism and Mass Communication along with three four-year B.Sc degrees in Graphics and Animation, Multimedia, and Printing and Packaging Technology, each with 60 regular seats. At postgraduate level it offers an MA in Journalism and Mass Communication and an M.Sc in Mass Communication. This mix suits students who want either reporting and media careers or technical work in design, animation and print production. First-year fees for 2026-27 range from about Rs 43,000 for the journalism degree to about Rs 55,000 for graphics and animation, according to the university handbook.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Journalism and Mass Communication | Full-time | 4 yrs | 60 | ₹43,396 | — 2026-27 |
| Bachelor of Science | Full-time | 4 yrs | 180 | ₹53,392 | — 2026-27 |
| Master of Arts Accepts: Kurukshetra University Common Entrance Test |
Full-time | 2 yrs | — | — | — |
| Master of Science Accepts: Kurukshetra University Common Entrance Test |
Full-time | 2 yrs | — | — | — |
Tuition fees as published by the college for the fee year shown. Hostel, mess and exam fees are extra unless stated.
Admission
Admission through: Merit, Entrance test
The four-year BA in Journalism and Mass Communication and the four-year B.Sc programmes in Graphics and Animation, Multimedia and Printing and Packaging Technology are filled on Class 12 merit, with 50 percent marks and English generally required. The MA in Journalism and Mass Communication and the M.Sc in Mass Communication are filled through the Kurukshetra University common entrance test. Applications for all of them go through the university online admission portal.
Typical eligibility
- Bachelor of Journalism and Mass Communication: Studying in: Class 12; any stream; universities set their own minimum marks
- Bachelor of Science: Studying in: Class 12; Science stream usually required; universities set subject and minimum mark rules
- Master of Arts: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; three- or four-year bachelor's degree; subject requirements vary (e.g. DU M.A. Economics needs Mathematics in Class 12 or 4 credits of Mathematics in the degree)
- Master of Science: Studying in: UG; bachelor's degree in the relevant subject; two-year M.Sc after a three-year bachelor's or one-year M.Sc after a four-year bachelor's; universities set their own marks
The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.
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Department of Computer Science and Applications, Kurukshetra University
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Frequently asked questions
What is the fee for BA Journalism and Mass Communication at KU?
Rs 43,396 for the first year in 2026-27 as per the handbook.
How do I get admission to the UG courses?
On Class 12 merit through the Kurukshetra University online portal
Is there a master's course?
Yes, MA Journalism and Mass Communication and M.Sc Mass Communication, both through the university entrance test.
Sources
Information verified on 24 Oct 2026
- Handbook of Information 2026, UG programmes in University Teaching Departments, Kurukshetra University · Prospectus PDF, accessed 24 Oct 2026
- Handbook of Information 2025, Kurukshetra University · Prospectus PDF, accessed 24 Oct 2026
- Kurukshetra University home page · Official site, accessed 24 Oct 2026
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