Program Overview
The Ph.D. in Journalism and Mass Communication is designed for aspiring scholars, researchers, and media professionals seeking to deepen their expertise in communication studies. This advanced program emphasizes critical analysis, media ethics, research methodologies, and contemporary issues in journalism, digital media, and mass communication. Students engage in rigorous research, contribute original knowledge to the field, and develop skills in investigative reporting, media management, and content strategy. With a focus on innovation, ethical practices, and societal impact, the program prepares candidates for academic careers, policy-making roles, and leadership positions in media, journalism, and communication industries.
Duration-
- Minimum 3 Years Program
Key Highlights
- Experts from institutions such as IITs, NITs, SPAs, Central Universities, and abroad for special lectures and evaluation
- Quality research publications with critical evaluation of outcomes
- Unique learning opportunities
- Regular workshops and trainings focusing on critical analysis of literature reviews
- Exposure to the research process and core research concepts
- Regular and part-time PhD programs
- Rich pool of highly experienced supervisors
- Regular international and national conferences, workshops, seminars, and expert talks
- PhD courses in accordance with UGC Guidelines 2016
- Coursework designed by experts from IITs, NITs, and industry
- Use of software tools such as Turnitin and IEEE subscriptions
- Individual attention, guidance, and support
- Opportunities for team research promoting critical and innovative thinking
Course work
- Each PhD student shall be required to undertake coursework for a minimum period of one semester
- The coursework shall be treated as pre-PhD preparation
- A candidate must secure a minimum GPA of 5.5 in the PhD coursework to become eligible for PhD registration
Registration
- After successful completion of coursework, the candidate shall submit a synopsis to the Research Advisory Committee (RAC)
- After approval of the synopsis by competent authorities, a registration letter shall be issued by the Registrar
Submission of Thesis
- After registration, the PhD scholar shall undertake research work and produce a draft thesis as per prescribed norms
- The scholar shall submit a progress report to the Research Advisory Committee (RAC) after completion of each semester
- The thesis shall include a certificate from the Supervisor confirming that the research is bonafide and has not been submitted for the award of any degree at any other university
Plagiarism Verification
If a candidate is found to have indulged in plagiarism, the matter shall be placed before the Advanced Study Research Committee, and the candidature for the PhD degree may be cancelled.
Eligibility
Master’s degree or a professional degree declared equivalent to the Master’s degree with at least 55% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade ‘B’ in the UGC 7-point scale (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever the grading system is followed). 50%, or an equivalent relaxation of grade, is allowed for those belonging to SC/ST/ OBC(non-creamy layer) / differently-abled and other categories of candidates as per the decision of the Commission from time to time. Candidates having a UGC-NET (including JRF)/UGC-CSIR NET (including JRF)/SLET/GATE/teacher fellowship holder, or M.Phil. degree are exempt from a PhD. Entrance test. Admissions shall be confirmed only upon qualifying for a PhD. Entrance test and subsequent interview.
Annual Program Fee
| Fee Head | Indian (INR) | International (USD) |
| Development Fee | 18,750/- | |
| Tuition Fee | 56,250/- | |
| Annual Program Fee | 75,000/- | 2500/- |
- One time Administrative Fee INR 12500/-, Applicable in the first year
- INR 1500/- Registration Fee (One time pay & not refundable).
- Indian Fee will be applicable for students of Nepal, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.
- INR 2500/- The Alumni & Convocation fees will be paid in the final year.
Schedule Ph.D. Admission
(Session 2026-27; Summer Intake)
| Particulars | Important Dates |
|---|---|
| Online Application Forms are available for the candidates on the payment of Rs.1500/- each form | May 11, 2026 |
| Last date of filling the application form and its online submission | May 30, 2026 |
| Last date for submission of academic documents (X/XII/UG/PG)/ and/ or other relevant documents, if any, to be emailed at: [email protected] | May 30, 2026 |
| Ph.D. Entrance Test & Personal Interview | June 06, 2026 (Saturday) |
| Result Declaration | June 09, 2026 |
| Admission Confirmation, Fee Deposition & Original Documents verification | June 09-12, 2026 |
| Commencement of Ph.D. Course-work classes | July / August 2026 |
| Ph.D. Entrance Examination Mode | Offline |
| Schedule of Entrance** | The time of the Entrance exam will be informed through email at least one week before the examination |
The date of the entrance exam & exam mode are subject to change under certain circumstances and will be notified through email
Scholarships & Eligibility (Only for Indian Students)
| Scholarship Category | Scholarship | Scholarship Norms |
| Self/ Spouse/ Children of Faculty & Staff of Poornima, JIET Group (Jodhpur) & Medipulse Hospital | 50% of Tuition Fee | This is applicable for all undergraduate, postgraduate & doctoral programs. Effective from the employee’s date of joining in Poornima Group, JIET Group, and Medipulse Hospital. If the employee quits the services, this benefit will be discontinued for the upcoming course duration |
| Self/ Spouse/ Sibling of Alumni of Poornima & JIET Group | 25% of Tuition Fee | This is applicable for all undergraduate and postgraduate & doctoral programs.To get this scholarship, valid Alumni documents such as Poornima Registration Number or marksheet must be submitted. |
Key Notes:
- The scheme is applicable only if faculty/ staff members take admission in Doctoral program of Poornima University
- The continuation of scheme for an individual is subject to performance review after every 6 months by office of Dean (Research & Development),PU
- In case any faculty/ staff member leaves the organization (in any circumstances) during the tenure of PhD, the scholarship given under this scheme will be discontinued from the date of reliving
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