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Symbiosis Institute of Media & Communication (SIMC), Pune (SIMC Pune)

Pune (Lavale), Maharashtra, India  |  UGC, NAAC A++

Annual Fees: ₹420,000 - ₹650,000 Highest CTC: ₹26.0 LPA www.simc.edu
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BJMC DEGREE PROGRAM

BJMC (Bachelor of Journalism and Mass Communication)

Offered by Symbiosis Institute of Media & Communication (SIMC), Pune | 3 Years (6 Semesters) | Full Time Classroom
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Data updated for 2026-27 Academic Session. Sourced from statutory approvals (UGC Recognized / IIMC Aligned / NAAC A), institutional disclosures, and counseling guidelines.
1st Year Tuition ₹420,000
Total Course Fee ₹1,218,000
Average Salary ₹10.9 LPA
Approved Seats 90 Seats

Program Overview

BJMC offers practical media training in print reporting, TV broadcast anchoring, multi-camera PCR studio production, radio podcasting, digital content creation, media laws, and 8-week newsroom internships.

Eligibility & Admission Roadmap 2026

Eligibility Criteria: 10+2 in any stream with min 50% marks + CUET-UG / University Entrance Test.
Accepted Entrance Examinations: CUET-UG / University Media Test

Semester-by-Semester Syllabus & Curriculum Structure

Semester 1
  • Introduction to Communication & Media Theory
  • Print Journalism: Reporting & Editing
  • History of Indian Media & Press Laws
  • Current Affairs & Political Systems
  • Print Reporting Lab
Semester 2
  • Broadcast Journalism: TV & Radio
  • Digital Photography & Visual Storytelling
  • Media Ethics & Freedom of Speech
  • Writing for Digital Media & SEO
  • Audio-Visual Studio Lab
Semester 3
  • Television News Production & Anchoring
  • Advertising Principles & Copywriting
  • Public Relations & Corporate Communication
  • Video Editing (Premiere Pro / FCP)
  • PCR Multi-Camera Studio Lab
Semester 4
  • Radio Jockeying & Podcast Production
  • Media Management & Newspaper Operations
  • Development Communication
  • Documentary Film Making
  • News Bulletin Production Lab
Semester 5
  • Digital Marketing & Social Media Strategy
  • Investigative & Data Journalism
  • Media Research Methodologies
  • Specialized Reporting (Sports/Business/Cinema)
  • 8-Week Newsroom Internship
Semester 6
  • Media Convergence & Emerging Tech (AI in Media)
  • Media Law, Copyright & Defamation
  • Final Graduation Media Project / Documentary
  • Comprehensive Portfolio Defense & Viva

Fee Structure Breakdown

Fee Component 1st Year Amount Total Program Estimated
Tuition Fee ₹336,000 ₹974,400
Academic Infrastructure & Labs ₹50,400 ₹146,160
Library, Software & Development Charges ₹33,600 ₹97,440
Total Academic Fee ₹420,000 ₹1,218,000

Career Roles & Placement Scopes

News Anchor / TV Correspondent Investigative Journalist Digital Content Producer Public Relations (PR) Executive Video Editor / Cinematographer Social Media Strategist

Top Hiring Partners & Recruiters:

NDTV India Today Group Times Network The Hindu Hindustan Times CNN-News18 Ogilvy & Mather Edelman PR Amazon Studios

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Frequently Asked Questions: BJMC (Bachelor of Journalism and Mass Communication)

What is the annual fee for BJMC (Bachelor of Journalism and Mass Communication) at SIMC Pune?
The annual tuition fee is approximately ₹420,000 per academic year.
What is the average placement salary for this branch?
Graduates from BJMC (Bachelor of Journalism and Mass Communication) at SIMC Pune achieve an average placement salary of ₹10.9 LPA.

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