The Media and Mass Communication domain in Uttar Pradesh is characterized by a high concentration of specialized Private institutions in the NCR region (Noida/Greater Noida), focusing on practical skills in digital media, film, and journalism. Simultaneously, Central Universities like BHU and AMU offer highly reputed and remarkably affordable Master's and Bachelor's programs, providing an excellent Return on Investment (ROI). Admission to the top colleges is primarily based on Class 12th merit, institute-level entrance tests, or common exams like CUET (Common University Entrance Test).
This data provides a comparative look at the Total Course Fees for a typical 3-year BA JMC/MA Mass Communication program against the Median/Average Package offered, highlighting the ROI.

This consolidated list includes premier Government institutions known for academic rigour and legacy, and top Private colleges known for industry exposure and infrastructure.
| Rank | College Name | City | Type | Key Program (UG/PG) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Faculty of Arts, BHU | Varanasi | Government (Central) | MA Mass Comm. |
| 2 | Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) | Aligarh | Government (Central) | MA Mass Comm. |
| 3 | Amity School of Communication (ASCO) | Noida | Private | BA(JMC), MA(JMC) |
| 4 | Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU) | Lucknow | Government (Central) | MA Mass Comm. |
| 5 | IMS Ghaziabad (University Courses Campus) | Ghaziabad | Private | BA JMC |
| 6 | IMS Noida | Noida | Private | BA JMC |
| 7 | Bennett University | Greater Noida | Private | BA JMC |
| 8 | University of Lucknow (LU) | Lucknow | Government (State) | MA Mass Comm. |
| 9 | Delhi Metropolitan Education (DME) | Noida | Private | BA JMC (Affiliated to GGSIPU) |
| 10 | Galgotias University | Greater Noida | Private | BA JMC |
Government and Central University departments offer the most economical path to a Mass Communication degree with strong historical backing. Fees are for the entire course (approximate).
| Rank | College Name | City | Approx. Total Fees (in Lakhs) | Typical Program |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Faculty of Arts, BHU | Varanasi | 0.06 - 0.10 | MA Mass Comm. |
| 2 | Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) | Aligarh | 0.08 - 0.15 | MA Mass Comm. |
| 3 | BBAU, School for Mass Communication | Lucknow | 0.06 - 0.12 | MA Mass Comm. |
| 4 | University of Lucknow (LU) | Lucknow | 1.70 - 2.00 | MA/BA JMC |
| 5 | DDU Gorakhpur University | Gorakhpur | 0.08 - 0.15 | BA JMC |
| 6 | CSJMU (Kanpur University) | Kanpur | 0.50 - 1.00 | MJMC |
| 7 | MGKVP | Varanasi | 0.08 - 0.15 | MJMC |
| 8 | Bundelkhand University | Jhansi | 0.80 - 1.50 | BJMC/MJMC |
| 9 | Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti Language University | Lucknow | 0.50 - 0.90 | Diploma/BA JMC |
| 10 | Dayalbagh Educational Institute (DEI) | Agra | 0.02 - 0.05 | PGD Journalism |
These private colleges, concentrated near Delhi, focus on modern infrastructure, specialized studios, and industry placement. Fees are for the entire course (approximate).
| Rank | College Name | City | Approx. Total Fees (in Lakhs) | Typical Program |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Amity School of Communication (ASCO) | Noida | 9.33 - 12.00 | BA JMC |
| 2 | IMS Ghaziabad (University Courses Campus) | Ghaziabad | 4.05 - 4.50 | BA JMC |
| 3 | Bennett University | Greater Noida | 10.50 - 12.00 | BA JMC |
| 4 | IMS Noida | Noida | 4.35 - 5.00 | BA JMC |
| 5 | Galgotias University | Greater Noida | 3.00 - 4.00 | BA JMC |
| 6 | Delhi Metropolitan Education (DME) | Noida | 4.38 - 4.50 | BA JMC |
| 7 | Sharda University | Greater Noida | 5.55 - 6.50 | BA JMC |
| 8 | IILM University | Greater Noida | 6.00 - 7.50 | BA JMC |
| 9 | Rama University | Kanpur | 2.00 - 3.00 | BA JMC |
| 10 | Jagran Institute of Management and Mass Communication (JIMMC) | Noida | 2.40 - 3.00 | BA JMC |