IGNOU July admissions 2025: Graduates from any discipline can pursue PG in journalism

IGNOU July admissions 2025: The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has opened admissions for its July 2025 session, offering a range of postgraduate courses in Journalism and Mass Communication.

In a notable step toward expanding access to media education, IGNOU has announced that students holding a bachelor's degree in any subject are eligible to apply for its journalism programmes.The university offers these master's level degrees with no age restrictions, making them accessible to a broader segment of learners. According to IGNOU officials, the postgraduate journalism programmes are designed to prepare students for professional roles in media and communication, combining academic knowledge with practical skills.

The courses are available in both Hindi and English mediums.Journalism degrees designed for flexibility and inclusivityAt the postgraduate level, IGNOU is offering four distinct degree programmes in journalism: Journalism and Mass Communication, Journalism and Electronic Media, Journalism and Digital Media, and Development Journalism. Each course spans two years and caters to students aiming to build careers in various sectors of the media industry.Dr. Umesh Chandra Pandey, Senior Regional Director, confirmed that a bachelor's degree in any stream suffices for eligibility across these programmes.

“There is no bar on the academic background. Any interested graduate can apply,” he said. The courses are structured to be flexible, allowing working professionals and learners from non-traditional academic paths to participate.Focus on digital skills and modern media practicesOne of the key offerings — the M.A. in Journalism and Digital Media — is tailored to equip students with contemporary digital media techniques. According to Dr. Anshuman Upadhyay, Additional Director, the objective of this course is to develop core competencies in digital storytelling, multimedia reporting, and online content creation, areas increasingly in demand across the media sector.Applicants can access detailed information about each course, including syllabi and application guidelines, via IGNOU’s official website or by contacting the regional centre in Arera. Support is also available via email.

Admissions are currently open, with the last date to apply set as July 15, 2025.