Indian Institute of Journalism & New Media Bangalore: Admission 2024, Courses, Fees, Placement, Campus Life

Ans. Indian Institute of Journalism & New Media (IIJNM) is located in Bangalore, India.

• The nearest airport to IIJNM is the Kempegowda International Airport (BLR), located approximately 60 kilometers away from the institute. From the airport, you can hire a taxi or use app-based cab services to reach IIJNM.
• The nearest railway station to IIJNM is the Bangalore City Railway Station (SBC) or the Yesvantpur Junction Railway Station (YPR). Both stations are located around 25-30 kilometers away from the institute. From the railway station, you can hire a taxi, use app-based cab services, or take a local bus to reach IIJNM.
• Bangalore has a well-connected bus network operated by the Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC). You can take a bus to Kengeri Bus Stand or Kumbalgodu Bus Stop, which are close to IIJNM. From there, you can take an auto-rickshaw or a short cab ride to reach the institute.

Ans. IIJNM can preserve broader ties within the sector. Nearly all media companies have provided career opportunities to IIJNM graduates. In the recent past, over 95% of the graduates received well-paying job offers by the end of the academic year. The salary offered to an IIJNM Graduate ranges from INR 30,000 to INR 50,000 Per Month for positions in reporting, writing, editing, video production, social media manager and others. Some of the top recruiters at IIJNM Placement are Reuters, CNBC TV18, Firstpost, CNN News18, Times Now etc. 

Ans. After admission confirmation, students may apply for education loans at their respective local banks. IIJNM assists the students with the bank’s documentation requirements for the approval of loans.

Ans. During the break between the academic semesters, students get internship opportunities in their respective fields at news organizations. Students get hands-on industry experience through these two weeks to one month internships. Most of the interns receive placement offers after the completion of their degree. 

Ans. The following is the procedure to apply to the courses offered by the Indian Institute of Journalism and New Media:

• Candidates can fill the application form online as well as offline.
• Candidates are required to attach a photocopy of academic transcripts and certificates.
• Those candidates who are waiting for final examination results have the option of submitting the latest transcripts or degree certificates.
• Provide one essay describing any recent national or international event that has received worldwide attention. 
• Application fee of INR 1500 is required to be submitted via debit card, credit card, UPI or Net Banking for online applications. Candidates applying offline may pay the application processing fee through bank draft or pay order.
• Candidates will be notified about the details of the mandatory online admission test after successful submission of application.
• If shortlisted after the admission test, candidates have to appear for a personal interview followed by counselling.

Ans. IIJNM arranges Open Days which include a tour of the IIJNM campus to see the facilities, understand the program structure and interact with the academic staff and alumni.

Ans. IIJNM has a reputable placement record, and several prominent media organizations regularly recruit students from the institute. While specific recruiters may vary from year to year, some of the top recruiters at IIJNM for placements in journalism, communication, and media-related fields may include:

• Times Group (Times of India, Economic Times, Times Now)
• NDTV (New Delhi Television Limited)
• Hindustan Times
• The Hindu
• Reuters
• BBC (British Broadcasting Corporation)
• CNN (Cable News Network)
• India Today Group
• Bloomberg
• CNBC (Consumer News and Business Channel)

Ans. The exact location of Indian Institute of Journalism & New Media –  Opp. BGS International School Nityanandanagar, Kumbalgudu Kengeri Hobli Bangalore 560 074; India.