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University of Delhi
Delhi

30.00

Placement Rate

35.0

Highest Package

58

Streams Offered

1

Recruiters (2026)

NAAC A++ Doctorate

Communication & Media Studies

<p>Doctoral research program offered via the Department of Journalism and Mass Communication focusing on mass media, digital cultures, journalism practices, media theory, new media technologies, public relations, and communication research methods.</p>

Overview

Duration
3 to 5 Years
Eligibility
Master's Degree in Journalism, Mass Communication, Media Studies, or a related discipline from a recognized university with 55%%
Highest Package
₹35.0 L
Intake
July 2026
Entrance Exams
UGC NET / JRF / Departmental Entrance Test
Mode of Course
Full-time
Placement Rate
30.00
UG / PG Courses
58
Naac Cgpa Score
A++
Tuition Fee
900
Hostel Fee
30000
Admission Fee
750

Curriculum Highlights

No curriculum data available

Admission Process

Online Registration Register and submit the online application form via the official DU admission portal along with the research proposal, qualifying master's degree transcripts in Journalism, Mass Communication, Media Studies, or allied social sciences disciplines, and national scorecards.
Entrance Examination / NET Exemption Appear for the national entrance exam or claim exemption from the written test on the basis of a valid UGC-NET (including JRF) qualification in Journalism and Mass Communication or allied disciplines under DU Ordinance VI.
Departmental Interview & Research Proposal Defense Shortlisted candidates appear before the Departmental Research Committee (DRC) / Board of Research Studies (BRS) for presentation and defense of the research proposal, assessing theoretical grounding, methodological design, and research aptitude.

Important Dates

Admission Through UGC NET / Entrance Test & Interview

Mar 10, 2026 Phase II Registration Start
Mar 24, 2026 Phase II Registration Deadline
Apr 2026 Department Interview Schedule

Cutoffs

Ph.D in Communication & Media Studies at University of Delhi

UGC NET / JRF / Departmental Entrance Test round-wise cutoff Rank (General All India)

ROUND 2024 2025 2026
1 - 95.5 -

Seats

Communication & Media Studies at University of Delhi

BREAK_UP BY CATEGORY SEATS
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Frequently Asked Questions

No FAQs available.

Annual Tuition Fee Planned
₹900
3 to 5 Years   Ph.D  Communication & Media Studies
Top Recruiters
N NDTV, The Indian Express, Times Network, Edelman, Ogilvy, Hindustan Times, Weber Shandwick
24.00 LPA
Quick Facts
Founded 1922
Type Central University
Location University of Delhi, Benito Juarez Marg, South Campus / University Road, North Campus, Delhi, 110007, India
Campus Area 319 Acres
Faculty 1402
Students 132,435
NAAC Score A++