Programmes

Both journalism and audio-visual production domains have undergone fundamental changes in how content is produced, disseminated and consumed. This shift in the media industry has prompted SIMC to revise how we envision the academic programmes, with a new curriculum.

MA (Journalism and Media Industries)

Journalism is increasingly mobile-first and digital-first, leading to newer specialisations like data journalism. The new programme's foundation remains in journalism, but it acknowledges and offers the new skills the media industry needs. The programme enables its graduates to seek careers in closely aligned verticals like strategic communication and core journalistic profiles.

MA (Film, Television and Digital Production)

The introduction and mainstreaming of OTT platforms have opened the realm of digital production, which requires specific skills different from conventional audio-visual practices. The digital production philosophy extends into verticals like branded content, which define the contemporary media production landscape. The new academic programme, while retaining the basic philosophy and grammar of the audio-visual medium, incorporates the skills needed for the changing industry.

Programme Highlights

Upgraded curriculum including the learnings on modern media landscape

Strong alumni base in the industry (India as well as abroad)

One of the most beautiful campuses in India

Peer learning and networking opportunities

Admission

Admissions are open for batch of 2026-2028

Application to SIMC's MA - Journalism and Media Industries programme is a two-step process.

Step 1: Apply for MA - Journalism and Media Industries programmes 2026
- Visit siu.ishinfo.com for application form. Register for MA programmes which you are interested in and pay the registration fee of INR 1500 per programme (government taxes would be additional as and when applicable) Non-Transferable and Non-Refundable.
- Upon payment, a SIMC ID and password is generated which will be essential to fill up online form for SIMC Pune's MA Programme. Candidates can apply for both the progarmme if they wish.
Step 2: Post registration of MA - Journalism and Media Industries programme, the 2nd Phase involves appearing for PI-WAT.
Here is what all you need to know about this process:
- Two components are involved in the process. Personal Interaction (PI) and Written Ability Test (WAT). It is mandatory to appear for the PI-WAT process for both MA programmes candidates.
- WAT will be conducted for 50 marks and PI will be conducted for 50 marks. The total weightage for the final merit list is 100 marks.
- The Personal Interaction (PI) round will assess candidates on parameters such as Communication Skills, Knowledge of Media and Current Affairs, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Adaptability and Openness to Learning, Motivation for Journalism and Media.
- The Written Ability Test (WAT) round will assess candidates on parameters such as Language Proficiency, Critical Thinking and Analytical Skills, Understanding Media and Current Affairs, Ethical Awareness and Media Sensitivity, Research Aptitude and Data Interpretation.

Application to SIMC's MA - Film, Television and Digital Production programme is a two-step process.

Step 1: Apply for MA - Film, Television and Digital Production 2026
- Visit siu.ishinfo.com for application form. Register for MA programmes which you are interested in and pay the registration fee of INR 1500 per programme (government taxes would be additional as and when applicable) Non-Transferable and Non-Refundable.
- Upon payment, a SIMC ID and password is generated which will be essential to fill up online form for SIMC Pune's MA Programme. Candidates can apply for both the progarmme if they wish.
Step 2: Post registration of MA - Film, Television and Digital Production programme, the 2nd Phase involves appearing for PI-WAT.
Here is what all you need to know about this process:
- Two components are involved in the process. Personal Interaction (PI) and Written Ability Test (WAT). It is mandatory to appear for the PI-WAT process for both MA programmes candidates.
- WAT will be conducted for 50 marks and PI will be conducted for 50 marks. The total weightage for the final merit list is 100 marks.
- The Personal Interaction (PI) round will assess candidates on parameters such as Creative Vision, Industry Knowledge, Clarity of Career Goals, Teamwork and Leadership Potential, Adaptability and Problem Solving Skills.
- The Written Ability Test (WAT) round will assess candidates on parameters such as Visual Storytelling and Narrative Skills, Critical Analysis and Aesthetic Appreciation, Technical Understanding, Writing Skills.

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Installments for MBA(CM)	1st Year (Amount in ₹)		2nd Year (Amount in ₹)
MA - Journalism and Media Industries: Batch 2026-2028
The complete fee detail for MA - Journalism and Media Industries for the two year programme is as under
Installments for MBA(CM)	1^st Installment	2^nd Installment	3^rd Installment	4^th Installment
Academic Fees (Per Annum)	2,31,500	2,31,500	2,31,500	2,31,500
Institute Deposit (Refundable)	35,000	-	-	-
Hostel Deposit (Refundable)	20,000	-	-	-
*Hostel Fees (Per Annum)(Three Sharing)^#**	1,43,000	-	**	-
Mess Fees (Per Annum)^*	52,000	52,000	**	-
Installments	4,81,500	2,83,500
Installments pay by date	At the time of admission	25 - Nov - 25	25 - Jun - 26	25 - Nov - 26
1^st Year ( Amount in ₹ ) = 7,65,000/- (4,81,500 + 2,83,500)

Installments for MA - Film, Television and Digital Production	1st Year (Amount in ₹)		2nd Year (Amount in ₹)
MA - Film, Television and Digital Production: Batch 2026-28
The complete fee detail for MA - Film, Television and Digital Production for the two year programme is as under
	1^st Installment	2^nd Installment	3^rd Installment	4^th Installment
Academic Fees (Per Annum)	2,79,500	2,79,500	2,79,500	2,79,500
Institute Deposit (Refundable)	35,000	-	-	-
Hostel Deposit (Refundable)	20,000	-	-	-
*Hostel Fees (Per Annum)(Three Sharing)^#**	1,43,000	-	**	-
Mess Fees (Per Annum)^*	52,000	52,000	**	-
Installments	5,29,500	3,31,500
Installments pay by date	At the time of admission	25 - Nov - 25	25 - Jun - 26	25 - Nov - 26
1^st Year ( Amount in ₹ ) = 8,61,000/- (5,29,500 + 3,31,500)

*Hostel fees can be increased up to 15% each year and Mess fees can be increased up to 10% each year. Government taxes would be additional as and when applicable.

**Hostel and Mess fees for the subsequent year would be communicated before commencement of the next academic year.

#Hostel fees are subject to change in campus and accommodation type wise, e.g. Twin Sharing, Triple Sharing, Four Sharing and Dormitory.

Note: Students will be provided hostel accommodation on the Lavale campus (hilltop or hillbase) depending on availability. The Hostel / Mess fees will be charged accordingly. (Subject to the type of accommodation).

Commencement of Registration	Wednesday, November 12, 2025
Closure of Registration	Thursday, March 5, 2026
Admit Card Generation	NA
Entrance Date	NA
Shortlist Declaration	Wednesday, March 18, 2026
GE/P/WAT/PR/PI Dates	WAT- Thursday, March 26, 2026 PI- Saturday, Sunday, March 28,29, 2026
First Merit List Date	Monday, April 13, 2026
Programme Commencement	Jun-2026