Top Ranked Private Media College in South India
NIRF Ranking
200+ Undergraduate & Postgraduate Seats
Annual Seats
₹6.00 - ₹9.00 LPA
Average Placement CTC
₹16.00 LPA
Highest Package Offered
Campus Landmarks & Infrastructure
Broadcast StudioRadio Manipal 90.4 FM & Media Studio
Fully functional community radio station and multi-camera broadcast studios.
Academic Programs & Admission Pathways
| Degree / Course | Duration | Entrance Exam | Admission Authority | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B.A. in Media and Communication (BAMC) | 3 / 4 Years | MET (Manipal Entrance Test) / Merit | MAHE Manipal | Class 12 in any stream with min 45% |
| B.Sc. in Animation | 3 / 4 Years | Department Test | MAHE | Class 12 in any stream |
| M.A. in Media and Communication | 2 Years | MET | MAHE | Graduation in any discipline |
Branch-Wise Placement Highlights
| Academic Branch | Average CTC | Median CTC | Placement Rate | Top Participating Recruiters |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Media & Animation | ₹6.50 LPA | ₹5.80 LPA | 90% | The Hindu, Times of India, Viacom18, Publicis, Dentsu, Zee, Technicolor |
Closing Rank Trends by Year
Interactive Selector · B.Tech by defaultCategory:
Category Type: CRL (Common Rank List)
Counselling Authority / Exam: Manipal Entrance Test (MET)
Selected Category:UR-OPEN (General)
| Academic Branch / Specialization | Quota | 2026 | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B.A. Media and Communication | AI | Merit Selection | Merit Selection | Merit Selection | Merit Selection | Consistent |
Indicative figures. Closing ranks here are compiled from public sources and may not correspond to a specific counselling round. Verify against official JoSAA / CSAB / MCC data before making admission decisions. UR-OPEN reflects the Common Rank List; category-wise ranks are shown only where verified data has been added.
Campus Facilities, Culture & Important Highlights
Campus Facilities & Infrastructure
- Campus Amenities:Audio-visual labs, animation workstations, print layout labs, and student hostels.
Annual Fests & Student Life
- Article 19 (Cultural Fest):India’s oldest undergraduate media festival organized by MIC.
Scholarships & Tuition Fee Waivers
- MAHE merit and freeship scholarships.
Notable Alumni & Leaders
- Broadcast journalists, documentary filmmakers, and animation directors.
Campus Connectivity & How to Reach
Nearest Airport
Mangalore International Airport (IXE) ~65 km
Nearest Railway Station
Udupi Railway Station ~4 km
Road & Highway Access
NH-169A
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Article 19 at MIC Manipal?
Article 19 is India’s oldest core college media festival, hosted annually by students of MIC Manipal celebrating freedom of expression.
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