Chimanbhai Patel Institute of Journalism and Communication, Ahmedabad Admission 2025: Dates, Registration, Fees, Eligibility

The Chimanbhai Patel Institute of Journalism and Communication, Ahmedabad is one of the constituent colleges of Sardar Vallabhbhai Global University offering special media and communication programs. It is an admission process that selects those candidates who would show a deep interest in studying media and a potential to achieve excellence in the dynamic field of media. The CPIJC admissions cycle runs approximately with the academic year calendar of Sardar Vallabhbhai Global University. Students can expect the dates to run between different years, but it is expected that students should start preparing applications for the admission process several months in advance, mainly from the calendar year beginning of the next academic year. 

Undergraduate and postgraduate programmes are available and have required eligibility criteria and respective admission processes. For the undergraduate programs like BA Media and Communication and BA Media and Communication (Hons) the candidate must have their 10+2 from a recognized board. The percentage that has to be scored in the qualifying examination is mandatory, but the cut-off varies each year. For the postgraduate course MA Media and Communication, the aspirant should have a bachelor's degree in any discipline from any recognized university.

Application Process

The Chimanbhai Patel Institute of Journalism and Communication, Ahmedabad, makes sure that the application process is very simple and within easy reach of every applicant. Below is an information guideline that details the application process step by step.

1. Official website: Candidates should first visit the official website of Sardar Vallabhbhai Global University for current details on admissions.

2. Eligibility criteria: Verify the eligibility criteria for the selected programme BA Media and Communication, BA Media and Communication Hons, or MA Media and Communication to determine if you meet all the requirements.

3. Online application: Complete the online application form on the university's website. Make sure that you fill up the form carefully and completely.

4. Submission of documents: Get all the documents ready which are usually attached to the form.

• 10th and 12th standard mark sheets (for undergraduate programs)
• Bachelor's degree certificate and mark sheets (for postgraduate program)
• Passport-size photograph
• Valid ID proof
• Any other certificates or documents specified in the application guidelines

5. Application fee payment: Pay the required application fee through the online payment gateway provided on the website.

6. Submission of application and acknowledgement: After completing all the above steps, submit your application and keep the acknowledgement receipt or application number for future reference.

7. Waiting for further instructions: The institute will process all the applications received and may shortlist candidates for interview or counseling session as part of the subsequent steps in the admission process.

8. Interview/Counseling (shortlisted): If selected, appear for the scheduled interview or counseling at the institute.

9. Merit list and offer: The institute would draw a merit list based on the overall assessment of your profile. When shortlisted, an offer letter for admission will be made available to you.

10. Acceptance and fee payment: Accept the offer by paying the admission fee within the time period as determined by the institute to confirm your seat.

11. Verification of documents: You would be required to visit the institute on a scheduled date for a physical verification of your original documents.

12. Orientation and start of classes: Orientation program and attend classes at CPIJC.

Degree wise Admission Process

BA in Media and Communication: This is an undergraduate degree, which has the purpose of initiating students in a wide field of media and communications. Scrutiny on the candidate's 10+2 result marks constitutes the basis for admission in the institute, considering no more details are furnished with regard to the criteria of selection.

It is a honours course that entails wide-ranging study into mass media and communications. The application procedure remains the same, though there could be slightly different academic requirements placed on the student from general BA programs as this is an honors. Candidates would include excellent academically well-endowed people as well as those motivated greatly towards furthering their profession in the world of media.

MA Media and Communication: This is a postgraduate course. It is meant for those who would want to specialize in the area of media and communication. For this course, one needs to have a bachelor's degree in any field. Selection may depend on the academic performance of the undergraduate student and perhaps an interview to ensure that they are fit for postgraduate studies in media.