Career in Mass Communication: Courses, Eligibility, Jobs, Salary

If writing is your passion, you have a knack for presenting information effectively, and possess excellent communication skills, then a career in mass communication is waiting for you!

Mass Communication is the process of spreading information to a wide pool of audience through various media channels. The information is generally disseminated using the newspapers, television, books, magazines, websites, blogs, radio and social media.

In last 10 years social media platforms has become the leading source of mass communication due to their global reach and engagement.

In Mass communication, the information related to entities or individuals, is communicated to the entire world with the help of news platforms like digital media, websites, Tv and newspapers.

Mass communication is not only about spreading news, but also deals with managing public image, advertising and promotion, TV production, broadcasting and social media management.

Below are the key areas of Mass Communication:

• Journalism
• Digital Media
• Advertising
• Public Relation (PR)
• Broadcasting

Pursuing a course in Mass communication is popular among the arts students after 12th, but candidates with any stream in 10+2 are eligible to opt mass communication in bachelor’s or diploma programs.

In this article, we will explore in detail about Mass communication courses, eligibility criteria, top colleges and career opportunities.

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Mass Communication Courses

A career in mass communication starts with selecting a right course. There are various courses available in mass communication, these include diploma courses, undergraduate and postgraduate programs.

Below is the list of popular courses in this field:

Diploma Courses

• Diploma in Journalism & Mass Communication
• Diploma in Digital Media & Communication
• Diploma in Advertising & Public Relations
• Diploma in Film & Television Production
• Diploma in Broadcast Journalism

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Undergraduate Courses

• Bachelor of Journalism and Mass Communication
• B.Sc in Mass Communication and Journalism
• B.A. in Public Relations & Corporate Communication

• B.A. in Advertising & Marketing Communication

Postgraduate Courses

• Master of Journalism and Mass Communication
• Post graduate diploma in Journalism and Mass Communication

Eligibility Criteria

For admission to mass communication at diploma, UG and PG level, candidates have to meet the eligibility criteria.

Candidates must be 12th passed (any stream) with atleast 45-50% marks (varies by institute).

The admission in UG courses are based on national level entrance test (CUET UG).

For admission to PG courses, candidates must have bachelor’s degree (preferably in Mass Communication or related fields).

Admission Process

The admission in the UG courses in top colleges and universities are done on the basis of national level entrance examination.

Some universities also consider 12th board exam percentage in addition to the qualifying marks in the entrance examination.

Many top private university admit students on the basis of university level entrance exams. For PG courses, CUET PG scores are considered for admission.

Entrance Exams

Here is the list of entrance exams for admission to mass communication courses:

• CUET UG 2025
• Indian institute of mass communication (IIMC 2025)
• SET 2025
• XIC OET
• SIMC MA (MC) Entrance Exam
• Xavier Institute of Communication Entrance Exam

Top Colleges and Universities

Are there any good colleges to pursue mass communication? Yes! Here is the list of top colleges in India.

• Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC), New Delhi
• Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi
• Xavier Institute of Communications (XIC), Mumbai
• The Media School at the International School of Business and Media (ISBM), Pune
• Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication (SIMC), Pune
• Amity School of Communication, Noida
• Institute of Media Studies (IMS), Kolkata
• Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU)
• University of Mumbai
• Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi
• University of Delhi (DU), New Delhi
• IGNOU
• Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI), New Delhi
• Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication (SIMC), Pune
• Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune
• Makhanlal Chaturvedi National University of Journalism and Communication (MCNUJC), Bhopal
• Pondicherry University, Puducherry
• Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), Aligarh

Mass Communication Vs Journalism

Students often get confused about mass communication and Journalism, here is the clarification!

Mass Communication covers all form of media communication, including PR, advertising, filmmaking etc. whereas Journalism focuses only on news reporting and current affairs.

After completing the mass communication course, candidates can look for jobs in TV, Advertising, Fim Production, PR, and Digital Media. Whereas journalism students can explore the career opportunities in news writing/reporting, online portals, news & media etc.

Scope in Mass Communication

After completing your degree in mass communication, you can work in different sectors like reporting, writing, editing, photographing, broadcasting or cable casting news items and many others similar work profiles.

There are two types of journalism in which you can work, i.e. first one is Print Journalism and the second one is Electronic (Audio/Visual) Journalism.

In Print Journalism you can avail jobs in newspapers, magazines and journals and can work as editors, reporters, columnists, correspondents, etc.

In Electronic journalism you can work for Radio, Television, Digital Media and the Web. You can build your career in journalism, which is a highly paid and prestigious profession.

It is the best job for those interested in gathering different news from various sources and then to mould it in different styles. One can also find job opportunities outside of India.

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Career and Jobs

After completing the mass communication course, candidates can work for news channels, TV shows, magazines, PR agencies, film production companies and online news portals.

Professionals can also explore freelancing opportunities in print and digital media space. The job profile in this field may depend upon the company in which you are working and your overall experience.

If you have good writing skills and excellent command over the language, then working as a news anchor, PR executive can be a good career option.

In India, the digital media is very popular these days, and candidates have tremendous growth opportunities in this spce. Below we have mentioned some of the popular media networks in India.

• BBC
• Star Network
• CNN IBN
• Viacom
• NDTV
• UTV
• TV Today
• Zee Network

The major job profiles in this sector include:

• TV Anchor
• PR Office
• Video Editor
• Film Production Incharge
• Radio Jockey
• Social Media Manager
• News Editor
• Junior journalist
• Senior Journalist
• Screen Writer
• Editor in Chief

These are some of the coveted job designation in mass communication field, besides these an individual can work as a Cameraman, assistant director, producer, screen writer, video jockey etc.

Salary

The salary in this profession depends on your skills, experience, job roles and the company. One can start their career as a correspondent or news reporter, the salary for the freshers could range between Rs.4 to Rs. 5 lakhs per annum.

In film and video production, candidates can start their career with ₹4 – ₹7.0 LPA. The salary packages after few years of experience and strong portfolio, the salary can increase to ₹10 – ₹20 LPA.

After some experience, you could be working as an editor or a news anchor, the salary in this profile could be around Rs. 5 to 10 lakhs per annum.

Professionals with 5-10 years of experience, working as a senior editor or editor in chief can make anywhere between 15-30 LPA.

In PR and Advertising roles, a public relations (PR) officer, can earn ₹5.5 – ₹9.0 LPA (depending on company or employer).

Books and Study Material

Study from good books matters a lot in studies. Here we have listed some books which have been compiled by our experts:

• Mass Communication in India (4th Edition) by Keval J. Kumar
• Mass Media And Communication In Global Scenario by Ratnesh Dwivedi
• Cases in Communications Law by John D Zelezny
• Media Planning: A Practical Guide by Jim Surmanek
• Media/Impact: An Introduction to Mass Media by Shirley Biagi
• Mass Communication Theory: Foundations, Ferment, and Future by Stanley J. Baran
• Introduction to Mass Communication: Media Literacy and Culture by Stanley J. Baran
• The Dynamic in Mass Communication by Joseph R. Dominick
• Selling the Dream by Guy Kawasaki

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