Makhanlal Chaturvedi National University, Bhopal : Admissions 2026, Courses, Fees & Placements

Makhanlal Chaturvedi National University of Journalism and Communication (MCNUJC), located at B-38, Vikas Bhavan in the Press Complex of MP Nagar, Zone-1, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, is a pioneering institution dedicated to journalism, mass communication, and media studies. Established in 1990 by the Government of Madhya Pradesh, it was named after Makhanlal Chaturvedi, the renowned poet, freedom fighter, and journalist, to honor his contributions to literature and public life. Recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC), the university is widely regarded as India’s first journalism university. MCNUJC offers undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and doctoral programs in Journalism, Mass Communication, Advertising, Public Relations, Electronic Media, New Media, and related fields. Its curriculum emphasizes both theoretical knowledge and practical training, preparing students for careers in print, broadcast, digital media, and corporate communication. The Bhopal campus is equipped with modern infrastructure including media labs, studios, libraries, computer centers, and seminar halls. The university also has regional centers in Gwalior, Rewa, Khandwa, and Amarkantak, extending its reach across Madhya Pradesh. It regularly organizes workshops, seminars, and training programs to keep students updated with emerging trends in media and communication. Guided by its mission to blend academic excellence with professional skill development, Makhanlal Chaturvedi National University of Journalism and Communication has become a leading hub for media education in India, nurturing journalists, communicators, and media professionals who contribute significantly to society and democracy.