IIMC Admission 2026: MA & PG Diploma Dates, Pattern, and Selection

Complete Guide to IIMC Delhi & Regional Campuses via CUET PG 2026

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IIMC Admission 2026 (Deemed University)

Correction Window: Jan 28 – Jan 30, 2026

1. The New Academic Structure

IIMC now offers both 2-year MA Degrees and 1-year PG Diplomas. Selection is based on CUET PG 2026 scores.

MA Programs: Media Business Studies, Strategic Comm, New Media, Health Comm.
PG Diplomas: Hindi/English Journalism, Radio & TV, Advt & PR, Digital Media.

Regional Journalism: Admissions for Odia, Marathi, Malayalam, and Urdu journalism are handled via a separate IIMC-specific descriptive test (not CUET).

2. Selection Weightage (85:15 Rule)

For the 2026-27 session, the final merit list is calculated as follows:

Written Test (CUET PG): 85% Weightage
Personal Interview: 15% Weightage
  • Written Pattern: 75 MCQs | 90 Minutes | CBT Mode.
  • Marking: +4 for correct, -1 for incorrect.
  • Interview: Focuses on current affairs, media ethics, and creative thinking.
Official Website: iimc.gov.in

3. Important Dates (2026 Cycle)

Correction Window ClosesJanuary 30, 2026
CUET PG Exam DatesMarch 2026
Interview ShortlistApril 2026
Final Merit ListMay 2026
Session CommencementAugust 5, 2026 (Tentative)
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