The University of Kashmir was established instantly after independence.  The university is situated in Srinagar. The University has been recognized by the University Grants Commission. This University is a member of the Association of Indian Universities. It has been accredited with the A++ grade for its valuable contribution in the field of higher education.

The University offers courses in both regular and distance modes. University of Kashmir organizes entrance examination in M.A Mass Communication and Journalism for the aspirants interested in the same.

Structure of University of Kashmir M.A in Mass Communication and Journalism Entrance Exam

The entrance examination in Mass Communication and Journalism consists of two papers. But the examination of both the papers is carried out on a single day. The test of the first paper is conducted in the forenoon where as the second paper is conducted in the afternoon. The first paper comprises of 60 multiple choice questions which carries a total of 60 marks. The second paper contains 5 questions. Candidates have to finish the examination within 150 minutes. The maximum marks allotted for the paper II is 60 marks. For evaluating the final score of a candidate, the marks obtained for both the papers are considered.

Syllabus for University of Kashmir M.A in Mass Communication and Journalism Entrance Exam

Paper I

• Books and Authors-(Prominent books published during the last three years and all time great books.)
• Abbreviations – Media related
• News organizations: Newspapers, News Magazines, News
• Slogans (Media Organizations /Popular ad Campaigns)
• Movies – Award winning during the last three years (national/international – Producers/Directors/Script writers)
• Agencies Radio Kashmir/Doordarshan Srinagar, Kashir
• Cable/Satellite television channels
• Media Terminology– Generally used terms by media Print and electronic
• Channel, DD National Network and Prominent National
• Persons in news (local/ national/international)
• Current Affairs – (local/ national/ international)
• Language Usage: Vocabulary & Grammar
• Who’s who in print and electronic media (local and national)-(Editors/Columnists/Prominent Writers/Anchors / Producers /Directors)

Paper II

• Topical Essays books
• Personality profile (local/national/international)
• Comment/s on local Print and/or Electronic Media
• Comment/s on national Print and/or Electronic Media
• A 300-Word creative piece on a given theme

Eligibility Criteria

The aspirant must have completed Bachelor of Arts in the related subject. They should also possess a minimum of 40% aggregate marks from any of the reputed institutes or from the University of Kashmir. Those candidates who full fill the above criterion are eligible to appear for the M.A Mass Communication and Journalism entrance exam conducted by the University.

How to Apply?

Students can purchase the application form of M.A in Mass Communication and Journalism from the sales counters of the University of Kashmir on the payment of Rs.250/-. The forms will be available on all the week days from the last week of February till the first week of March. The admission brochure comprises of a serial number. The candidates have to use this serial number while filling the online application form.

How to fill the Form?

Candidates are advised to read the instructions given in the admission brochure before filling the application form. Each and every entry to the application form must be made very carefully. The students have to write the name of the course in block letters on the top of the envelope.

Important Dates (Tentative)

[Please note that we only provide tentative dates based on previous years dates. For exact dates related information it is always best to check official websites only.]

Date of start of submission of on-line of Application Forms: Last Week of February 2012

Last Date of Submission of on-line Application Forms: First Week of March 2012

Contact Address for University of Kashmir M.A in Mass Communication and Journalism Entrance Exam

• Address: The University of Kashmir, Hazratbal, Srinagar-190006, J&K, India
• Phone: 2420078, 2420405, 2420570, 2421346, 2424152, 2429870
• Examination Exchange: 2424901, 2420408
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: http://www.kashmiruniversity.net

List of University of Kashmir M.A in Mass Communication and Journalism Entrance Exam Centers

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Reference Books for University of Kashmir M.A in Mass Communication and Journalism Entrance Exam

• The Elements of Journalism: What Newspeople Should Know and The Public Should Expect by Bill Kovach
• Working: People Talk About What They Do All Day and How They Feel About What They Do by Studs Terkel
• Lasso the Wind: Away to the New West by Timothy Egan
• Eyewitness to History by John Carey
• The Media Monopoly 6th Edition by Ben H. Bagdikian
• A Place in the News by Kay Mills
• Media of Mass Communication, The (10th Edition) by John Vivian
• Writing for the Mass Media (8th Edition) by James Glen Stovall
• Dynamics of Mass Communication: Media in Transition by Joseph R. Dominick
• Mass Media Research: An Introduction by Roger D. Wimmer and Joseph R. Dominick
• Public Relations Writing and Media Techniques by Dennis L. Wilcox, Lawrence W. Nolte and Patrick Jackson
• Introduction to Mass Communication: Media Literacy and Culture by Stanley J. Baran
• Communications Law: Liberties, Restraints, and the Modern Media by John D. Zelezny
• Introduction to Mass Communication: Media Literacy and Culture by Stanley J. Baran
• Media Impact: An Introduction to Mass Media (Wadsworth Series in Mass Communication and Journalism: General Mass Communication) by Shirley Biagi
• Ethics in Media Communications: Cases and Controversies by Louis A. Day
• Mass Communication Theory: Foundations, Ferment, and Future by Stanley J. Baran and Dennis K. Davis

Coaching Centers for University of Kashmir M.A in Mass Communication and Journalism Entrance Exam

• Agrawal Classes
• Career Avenue
• Aakash Institute
• Brilliant Tutorials
• Career Forum
• Global Educational Trust
• T.I.M.E. (Triumphant Institute of Management Education Pvt. Ltd)
• Success Guru
• Achiever’s Academy
• Magnus
• Krishna Coaching
• Bulls Eye
• Vidyamandir classes
• Capital Institute of Competition Training
• Ascent Education
• CET Tutorials Pvt. Ltd
• Prime Centre
• AIMS
• Career Launcher India Ltd
• Best Education Centre
• Insight Tutorials
• Advent Solution

Study Plan

• Never try to do all the studying the night before the examination.
• The candidates have to space out their studies in a comfortable manner.
• Focus only on one topic at a time.
• Keep all the study materials with you like course text books, guides, lecture notes etc.
• The students have to choose a comfortable seat for studying with proper lighting.
• Start off from the most important topics.
• Try to understand all the basic concepts first and then move on to the details.
• Note down the summary of the important points.
• Take sufficient breaks in between the studies.

How and Where To Get the Results?

The candidates can download the results of the Exam from the web portal of the University of Kashmir. The website address is as given below.

http://www.kashmiruniversity.net

Score Validity

The Exam score is valid until the admission process gets completed.