CUET UG & PG 2027 for Journalism & Mass Communication: Expected Timeline + Preparation Guide
Rachna Bajaj
Published 18 Oct 20262 min read6 Views
Students planning to pursue a BA or MA in Journalism / Mass Communication in 2027 should start tracking CUET carefully.
Students planning to pursue a BA or MA in Journalism / Mass Communication in 2027 should start tracking CUET carefully. The National Testing Agency (NTA) has not yet released the official notification, but based on previous cycles and the tentative exam calendar, the following timeline is expected:
Expected Timeline (Subject to Official Notification)
| Exam | Expected Registration Window | Expected Exam Period | Relevance for Media Courses |
|---|---|---|---|
| CUET PG 2027 | December 2026 – January 2027 | March 2027 (tentative) | Important for IIMC and many MA / PG Diploma programmes in Journalism & Mass Communication |
| CUET UG 2027 | January – February 2027 | May 2027 (expected) | Main route for BA Journalism / Mass Communication at central universities |
Note: These are expected dates only. Students must wait for the official NTA notification before applying.
Why CUET Matters for Media & Journalism Aspirants
- Most central universities now admit students to BA Journalism / Mass Communication through CUET UG.
- IIMC (Indian Institute of Mass Communication) has been using CUET PG scores (Mass Communication and Journalism paper – COQP17) for several of its postgraduate programmes.
- Many other universities also accept CUET scores for media-related courses.
CUET UG vs CUET PG for Media Courses
- CUET UG: For students currently in Class 12 or equivalent who want undergraduate programmes (BA Journalism, BA Mass Communication, etc.).
- CUET PG: For graduates seeking MA Mass Communication, MA Journalism, or PG Diplomas (including IIMC programmes).
What Students Should Do Right Now
- Decide whether you are targeting UG or PG programmes.
- Start building a strong foundation in:
- Current affairs & media-related news
- English language & comprehension
- Logical reasoning
- Basic media concepts (for PG)
- Keep checking the official NTA websites regularly:
- CUET UG: cuet.nta.nic.in
- CUET PG: exams.nta.nic.in/cuet-pg
- For IIMC, also monitor iimc.gov.in for the 2027 admission notice.
Suggested Preparation Roadmap
- Until December 2026: Focus on reading newspapers, improving English, and understanding media basics.
- After official notification: Complete registration as soon as the form opens.
- After registration: Shift to full-length mock tests and previous-year analysis.
Official Websites to Watch
- NTA CUET UG: https://cuet.nta.nic.in
- NTA CUET PG: https://exams.nta.nic.in/cuet-pg
- IIMC: https://iimc.gov.in
This guidance will be updated as soon as NTA releases the official CUET 2027 notifications.