BA Journalism and Mass Communication is a degree about news, media and communication. You learn how to report, write, edit and work across print, digital and broadcast media. It leads to jobs in media houses, public relations and content work.
According to the CUET UG 2026 data, 11 central universities list this course, sometimes under names such as Mass Communication. These include the Central University of Jharkhand (CUJ), GGU, IGNTU, EFLU and the University of Delhi (DU). The General Aptitude Test is the paper asked most often. English, Hindi and the Mass Media paper also appear.
The usual pattern is simple. CUJ, GGU, HNBGU and IGNTU list only the General Aptitude Test. EFLU asks for English and the General Aptitude Test. Central University of Tamil Nadu (CUTN) asks for Mass Media and the General Aptitude Test. Nagaland University lists only Mass Communication or Mass Media. MANUU asks for Urdu and the General Aptitude Test.
Tip: the General Aptitude Test plus English keeps you eligible for most of these. Check EFLU, which wants English as a subject in Class 12.
CUET papers asked for BA Journalism and Mass Communication
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11 universities offering BA Journalism and Mass Communication
BA (Hons) Journalism and Mass Communication
CUET: Mapped papers: General Aptitude Test, Hindi, Sanskrit, English and 22 domain subjects (see list). Number of papers not stated.
▸ Eligibility and selection
At least 65% aggregate or equivalent grade (60% for SC/ST/PwD) at 10+2.
Selection: Listed as B.A.(Hons)/B.A.(Hons with research).
BA Mass Communications
CUET: General Aptitude Test (501).
▸ Eligibility
10+2 or equivalent in any stream with minimum 50% aggregate (General/EWS) and 45% (SC/ST/OBC non-creamy layer/PwD), or equivalent grade.
BA (Hons) Mass Communication
CUET: Mass Media or Mass Communication, plus the General Aptitude Test
▸ Eligibility and selection
Pass in 10+2 or equivalent from a recognised Board or University in India with at least 60% marks (General), 55% (OBC-NCL/EWS) or 50% (SC/ST/PwD).
Selection: Offered as Honours or Honours with Research.
BA Journalism and Mass Communication
CUET: Hindi or English (one language paper) plus the General Aptitude Test
▸ Eligibility
10+2 in any discipline with at least 45% aggregate (or equivalent CGPA) for UR, EWS and OBC-NCL candidates; 5% relaxation for SC and ST candidates.
BA (Hons) Journalism and Mass Communication
CUET: General Aptitude Test
▸ Eligibility
Minimum 50% aggregate at 10+2 level from a recognised board or equivalent.
BA (Hons) Journalism and Mass Communication
CUET: General Aptitude Test.
▸ Eligibility and selection
Intermediate (10+2) in any discipline.
Selection: Course may be Honours or Honours with Research. Merit list is based on the CUET UG score.
BA (Hons) Journalism and Mass Communication
CUET: General Aptitude Test (501).
▸ Eligibility
10+2 in any subject with at least 45% aggregate (or equivalent CGPA/grade) for General, EWS and OBC; 40% for SC/ST/PwD.
BA (Hons) Journalism (Mass Communication and Economics)
CUET: Urdu (113) and the General Aptitude Test (501)
▸ Eligibility and selection
Urdu as a subject or as the medium of instruction at 10th or 10+2 level (or equivalent Madrasa courses with Urdu as medium). 10+2 or equivalent from a recognised Board, institution or Madrasa with 40% aggregate.
Selection: Dual major: Mass Communication and Economics.
BA (Hons) Journalism (Mass Communication and English)
CUET: Urdu (113) and the General Aptitude Test (501)
▸ Eligibility and selection
Urdu as a subject or as the medium of instruction at 10th or 10+2 level (or equivalent Madrasa courses with Urdu as medium). 10+2 or equivalent from a recognised Board, institution or Madrasa with 40% aggregate.
Selection: Dual major: Mass Communication and English.
BA (Hons) Journalism (Mass Communication and Hindi)
CUET: Urdu (113) and the General Aptitude Test (501)
▸ Eligibility and selection
Urdu as a subject or as the medium of instruction at 10th or 10+2 level (or equivalent Madrasa courses with Urdu as medium). 10+2 or equivalent from a recognised Board, institution or Madrasa with 40% aggregate.
Selection: Dual major: Mass Communication and Hindi.
BA (Hons) Journalism (Mass Communication and Political Science)
CUET: Urdu (113) and the General Aptitude Test (501)
▸ Eligibility and selection
Urdu as a subject or as the medium of instruction at 10th or 10+2 level (or equivalent Madrasa courses with Urdu as medium). 10+2 or equivalent from a recognised Board, institution or Madrasa with 40% aggregate.
Selection: Dual major: Mass Communication and Political Science.
BA (Hons) Journalism (Mass Communication and Urdu)
CUET: Urdu (113) and the General Aptitude Test (501)
▸ Eligibility and selection
Urdu as a subject or as the medium of instruction at 10th or 10+2 level (or equivalent Madrasa courses with Urdu as medium). 10+2 or equivalent from a recognised Board, institution or Madrasa with 40% aggregate.
Selection: Dual major: Mass Communication and Urdu.
BA Mass Communication
CUET: Mass Communication / Mass Media
▸ Eligibility
Passed 10+2 or an equivalent examination from a recognised university or board, in any stream.
BA (Hons) Journalism and Mass Communication
CUET: English (101) and General Test (501).
▸ Eligibility and selection
Pass in Intermediate/10+2 or equivalent with English as one of the subjects, with 50% marks (General/OBC) or 45% (SC/ST/PwD). Candidates still pursuing the qualifying exam may apply if they pass with the minimum marks by the time of admission.
Selection: Listed as Hons./Research.
BA (Hons) Journalism
CUET: English plus three List B subjects, or English plus the General Aptitude Test.
▸ Eligibility and selection
Not stated in the NTA list. Candidates must appear in CUET (UG) 2026 in the subjects in which they are appearing or have passed Class XII.
Selection: Merit is based on the best CUET score from any of the allowed combinations. CUET sections carry different weightage, so appropriate proration will be done.
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Frequently asked questions
▸Which CUET subjects are needed for BA Journalism and Mass Communication?
The General Aptitude Test is the most common paper. Some universities add English or Hindi, and a few ask for the Mass Media paper. MANUU asks for Urdu. It varies by university.
▸Can I study BA Journalism and Mass Communication after Science or Commerce?
Often yes. Several universities accept 10+2 in any stream or any discipline, such as CUJ, HNBGU, IGNTU and Nagaland University. Always read the eligibility line for the university you want.
▸Which central universities offer BA Journalism and Mass Communication through CUET?
11 central universities list it for CUET UG 2026, including CU Jammu, CUJ, CUTN, Dr. Harisingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya, GGU, HNBGU, IGNTU, MANUU, Nagaland University, EFLU and DU.
▸Is English compulsory for BA Journalism and Mass Communication?
Not everywhere. EFLU and DU ask for English. Dr. Harisingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya accepts Hindi or English. CUJ, GGU, HNBGU and IGNTU list only the General Aptitude Test.
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About this data
Taken from the official NTA list of participating central universities for CUET UG 2026 (the latest list published). Courses, CUET subjects and eligibility can change each year, so confirm with the CUET UG 2027 list and the university's admission notice when NTA publishes them.