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Admittance to IIMC Aizwal may be considered upon a CUET PG score of 75 percentile. The qualifying cutoff will be announced by NTA, however the participating institutes will publish separate cutoffs for each curriculum they provide. An entrance exam at the all-Indian level called the Central University Entrance Test (Postgraduate), or CUET PG, will be conducted for admission to postgraduate studies in Central and participating Universities. Candidates from all over the nation, particularly those from the Northeast and other remote and rural areas, will have equitable access to a shared platform and chances through the shared University Entrance Test (CUET), which will also provide improved connections with universities.

IIMC Aizawl provides 2 specialisations in postgraduate Diploma programmes. The overall academic standing is  significant in the admissions process. The admissions are based on the IIMC PG entrance exam scores. The basic eligibility criteria for admission to the PG Diploma programme at IIMC Aizawl are that candidates must be enrolled in or have completed their bachelor's degree programme at an accredited institution or university, or they must have passed their graduation exam. CUET PG exam scores are also considered for admission. The candidate's age must not exceed 25 years. Additionally, in case of age, SC, ST, and disabled students will enjoy five years of relaxation.

The Indian Institute of Mass Communication Aizawl, also known as IIMC Aizawl, was formally inaugurated as the East Regional Centre of IIMC on August 8, 2011. IIMC Aizawl students work for a wide range of international, national, and local news organisations, such as Reuters, WION, PTI, The Times of India, The Indian Express, Mathrubhumi, and Malayala Manorama. At the moment, IIMC Aizawl offers just two course choices. Currently, IIMC Aizawl is housed at the temporary campus of Aizawl University. Soon, the institute will have a 8-acre campus complete with media labs, a sizable library with an extensive book collection, and all other necessary amenities. IIMC Aizawl offers separate off-campus hostel for boys and girls.

Admission to postgraduate Diploma programmes is determined by merit, taking into account a candidate's performance in the entrance exam or the marks they received in the qualifying degree examination. The fundamental requirements for qualifying are that students must have graduated from a university approved by the UGC with a minimum aggregate grade of 45–50% for the unreserved category and 40–45% for the reserved category, however specific institution requirements may also apply with variation. Although there are no set CUET passing scores, in order to be considered for admission, a candidate must receive a minimum score of 300–400.

Currently, the PG Diploma programme at the Indian Institute of Mass Communication, Aizawl (IIMC) is provide with two specialisations. The two courses' respective fee structures are listed below

Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism (English) - INR 87,000 

Post Graduate Diploma in Digital Media - INR 2 L 

The above mentioned fee schedule may or may not include additional fees, and it is subject to vary based on the academic year. A candidate's admittance to the course is determined by the results of the entrance exam. The National Testing Agency (NTA) administers the IIMC entrance exam, which is required for admission to PG Diploma programmes.

IIMC Aizawl accepts scores from the IIMC entrance test for admission as it is the accepted entrance exam for IIMCs. In addition to the CUET (PG), the National Testing Agency (NTA) engages the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) to administer the computer-based IIMC Entrance Exam. The exam consists of MCQs and objective-type questions. After passing the IIMC entrance exam, candidates must attend a personal interview (PI). Those candidates who pass both stages are granted admission to a variety of IIMC courses. The IIMC Entrance Exam was only open to Indian citizens. However, NRI/NRI-sponsored candidates could take advantage of an extra five seats in each course.

Merit-based admissions to postgraduate Diploma programmes are made based on a candidate's performance on the entrance exam or qualifying degree examination scores. Students must have graduated from an institution recognised by the UGC with a minimum cumulative grade of 45–50% for the unreserved category and 40–45% for the reserved category in order to be eligible, though there may be additional requirements unique to the institution. A candidate must score at least 300–400 on the CUET to be considered for admission, even though there are no established minimum or maximum values. The expected CUET PG cut-off for the general category in 2024 is between 230 and 240. Similarly, the expected cut-off for OBC candidates is set between 220-230.

On behalf of NTA, the computer-based IIMC Entrance Exam is administered by the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) in Aizawl in addition to the CUET (PG). The IIMC Entrance Exam was the only entrance requirement for PG Diploma programmes. IIMC Aizawl offers PG Diploma programmes in two specialisations. The merit list for these courses is released by IIMC. Candidates can visit Shiksha and the IIMC's official website to view the merit list. The IIMC Entrance Exam Last Round Closing Rank (General-All India) for the Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism (English) in 2022 and 2023 is 4338 and 770, respectively. The cut off may vary each year based on many factors. 

As IIMC Aizawl offer PG Diploma courses the marks of graduation will be taken into consideration than the 12 th marks. However the total academic scores are also important during the admission process. If you have scored 70% in class 12 th, you might have partially qualified the criteria. The basic eligibility criteria for joining the PG Diploma course at IIMC Aizawl is that the candidates must have passsed their graduation or must be appearing for year/ semester examination of their Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised Institute/ University. The age of the candidate must not exceed a maximum of 25 years. Further, SC/ST/Disabled students will have 5 year relaxation in maximum age.

IIMC Aizwal has not yet released any official information regarding the salary packages and placement offers in the college website. However it is notable that the PG Diploma in Journalism (English) is the flagship course at IIMC Aizawl. The average package offered may be roughly around INR 3 LPA. This may vary at each placement drive. Candidates can follow Shiksha to receive updates on any information pertaining to placement and salary package details. IIMC Aizawl students work for numerous national, international, and local news organisations, such as Reuters, WION, PTI, The Times of India, The Indian Express, Mathrubhumi, and Malayala Manorama.

IIMC Aizwal has not yet released any formal details on the compensation packages and placement offers. IIMCs often offer packages at around INR 3 LPA. IIMC Aizawl students work for numerous national, international, and local news organisations, such as Reuters, WION, PTI, The Times of India, The Indian Express, Mathrubhumi, and Malayala Manorama. On the other hand, the Asian College of Journalism's official website reports that, as of Asian College of Journalism placements 2023, the college records a 100% placement rate both on and off campus. Reuters, The Economic Times, Network 18, India Today Group, Mint, Mergermarket, and other prominent companies were among the recruiters at ACJ college campus during the 2023 placement campaign.

ABP News, HCL, IFFCO, India Today Group, Times of India, NDTV, Headlines Today, Star News, News Laundry, Hindustan Times, Network 18, NTPC, Radio Mirchi, Sony, and Tata Steel are among the top IIMC Aizawl recruitment companies. To hire the students, these recruiters visit the campus during the placement drive of Aizawl and the Indian Institute of Mass Communication. Additionally, a several other national, international, and regional news agencies, including Reuters, WION, PTI, The Times of India, The Indian Express, Mathrubhumi, and Malayala Manorama, employ IIMC Aizawl students. Regarding the placement, the college has not yet formally published any information in the official website.

No official information about the salary packages and placement offers has yet to be made public by IIMC Aizwal. On the other hand, the salary packages provided at IIMC placement drives are well recognised in different web sources. The average package offered is approximately INR 3 LPA, while the highest salary package is INR 20 LPA. At each IIMC institute, this could differ. Interested candidates can follow Shiksha for updates on any placement-related information. Numerous national, international, and local news agencies, including Reuters, WION, PTI, The Times of India, The Indian Express, Mathrubhumi, and Malayala Manorama, employ IIMC Aizawl students.

There are 37 available seats for the PG Diploma programme at Indian Institute of Mass Communication IIMC Aizawl. The Post Graduate Diploma in Digital Media and the Online PG Diploma in English Journalism are the only two courses that IIMC Aizawl currently offers to the students. There are 17 available seats in total for the Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism (English) programme. There are 20 seats available in total for the Postgraduate Diploma in Digital Media programme. Numerous national, international, and local news agencies, including Reuters, WION, PTI, The Times of India, The Indian Express, Mathrubhumi, and Malayala Manorama, employ IIMC Aizawl students.

Yes, IIMC Aizawl accepts CUET PG scores. An entrance exam at the all-Indian level called the Central University Entrance Test (Postgraduate), or CUET PG, is established for admission to postgraduate studies in Central and participating Universities. Candidates from all over the nation, particularly those from the Northeast and other remote and rural areas, will have equitable access to a shared platform and chances through the shared University Entrance Test (CUET), which will also provide improved connections with universities. The candidates will be able to have a wide outreach and participate in the admissions process to many Central Universities with just one examination.

I could help you by giving you a synopsis of each college. The Indian Institute of Mass Communication Aizawl, also known as IIMC Aizawl, was formally inaugurated as the East Regional Centre of IIMC on August 8, 2011. IIMC Aizawl students work for a wide range of international, national, and local news organisations, such as Reuters, WION, PTI, The Times of India, The Indian Express, Mathrubhumi, and Malayala Manorama. Presently IIMC Aizawl offers two courses. Offering postgraduate Diploma programmes in journalism, the Asian College of Journalism (ACJ) is a journalism school located in Chennai, India. Within its 10-month study, ACJ offers a postgraduate Diploma with specialisation in four areas: print, new media, television, and dio. It is one of the top journalism schools in India.