Indian Institute of Mass Communication officially announced the launch of Ph.d (Doctorate of Philosophy) programs in Mass Communication at the institute from the next academic year, 2026-27.
The initiative is headed by Dr. Anupama Bhatnagar, Vice Chancellor of IIMC, along with Nimish Rustagi, Registrar of IIMC. Additionally, The program will be overseen by the Centre for Media and Communication Research (CEMCOR), ensuring academic and research excellence.
Recently recognized as Deemed-to-be University, IIMC introduced various postgraduate programs like Media Business Studies and Strategic Communication. Earlier it included postgraduate diploma in Advertising, Public Relations, Journalism and Digital Media. Adhering to the rules and regulations, and guidelines of UGC, the ph.d program will commence from the next academic year.
The Ph.D. program will be offered at IIMC’s main campus in New Delhi, along with its regional centers in Jammu, Amravati, Aizawl, Kottayam, and Dhenkanal. These centers will provide students across India access to high-quality research opportunities.
Notification on the application dates, admission process, course details and eligibility followed by more will be announced on the official website of IIMC, https://iimc.gov.in/.
The programme will be available in both full time and part time models. In general, the minimum tenure for Ph.d ranges from 3 years to a maximum of 6 years divided into multiple semesters. For admission, the minimum eligibility criteria include:
Qualifying UGC-NET entrance exam
Passing 10+2 with at least 50% from a recognized board(CBSE/ICSE/State board)
Holding a 3 Year/4 year bachelor degree with minimum 50% aggregate marks from recognized university.
Holding a master’s degree with minimum 55% aggregate marks from relevant field.
( Note that there is a relaxation of percentile required as suggested by the government from reserved categories such as ST/SC/ OBC).
For accurate and up to date information about the same, visit the official website regularly.
About IIMC
Established in 1965, IIMC is one of the most reputed and popular institutes providing media education situated in New Delhi. In 2024, the institute was recognized as Deemed to be University and holds UGC recognition followed by the distinction of being a "Centre of Excellence" in the field of mass communication education and training.
