CUET-UG for Journalism is the same NTA exam taken with relevant Section II domain subjects (Mass Media/Communication if offered, or English + Sociology + Psychology + General Test) for admission to BA Journalism, BJMC and Mass Communication programmes at Delhi University, Jamia Millia Islamia, BHU, Aligarh Muslim University, IGNOU, and various central + state universities. JMI's BA Convergent Journalism is particularly prestigious.
Exam Pattern
Mode:Online CBT (multi-shift)
Duration:Per subject 45 minutes (Section IA/II) or 60 minutes (Section III General Test)
Total Marks:Variable (650+ for typical journalism applicant)
Marking Scheme:+5 for correct, -1 for wrong
Sections
Section IA - English
50 (attempt 40) Questions•200 Marks
Section II - Mass Media/Communication or Sociology/Psychology/Pol Sc (as offered)
50 (attempt 40) Questions•200 Marks
Section III - General Test (Current Affairs / GK / Verbal Reasoning)
60 (attempt 50) Questions•250 Marks
Syllabus
English
Reading comprehension, grammar, vocabulary
Mass Media (if offered as domain)
History of mass media in India
Types of media (print, broadcast, digital)
Media laws & ethics
Advertising and public relations basics
General Test
Current affairs (heavy weightage)
Indian polity, history, geography
Logical reasoning
Eligibility Criteria
Passed Class 12 with English and minimum 50% (varies by university)
Important Dates
CUET-UG application
February 2027 (tentative - confirm on official website)
Exam window
May-June 2027
Application Process
Register for CUET-UG and select journalism-related universities (JMI/DU/BHU)
Take CUET-UG
Apply to individual universities after CUET results
💡 Preparation Tips
Current affairs are CRITICAL for journalism - read 2 newspapers daily (The Hindu + Indian Express recommended)
Follow editorial pieces, opinion columns to develop news sense
For domain subject, choose subjects you've studied - Mass Media domain is preferable if offered
Strong English score is non-negotiable for journalism programmes
❓ FAQs
Which is the best central university for journalism via CUET?
Jamia Millia Islamia's BA Convergent Journalism is widely considered the top central university journalism programme. DU's BA Journalism (KMC, Lady Shri Ram College) and BHU also have strong reputations.
Should I take a specialised journalism entrance or CUET?
CUET is mandatory for central university journalism programmes. Specialised tests (Symbiosis, IIMC, Manipal) are needed only for those specific institutions.