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🚀 Start Your UGC NET Mass Communication & Journalism Test Series 2026
Begin your exam preparation with a highly structured and exam-oriented mock test series for the June 2026 and December 2026 UGC NET cycles.
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Clearing UGC NET Mass Communication & Journalism in the June 2026 and December 2026 cycles requires strong conceptual understanding, wide current affairs knowledge, excellent analytical skills, and a deep grasp of media theories and communication processes.
Every year, UGC conducts the exam for aspirants seeking Assistant Professorship, Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), and PhD eligibility across Indian universities.
To support this journey, ANSS ACADEMY offers a comprehensive and expertly designed Mass Communication & Journalism Mock Test Series for UGC NET 2026.
🧭 About the Subject: Mass Communication & Journalism (UGC NET 2026)
Mass Communication & Journalism is one of the most dynamic and evolving disciplines, covering:
- Media theories & models
- Journalism ethics & laws
- Print, broadcast, and digital media
- Advertising & public relations
- Communication research
- Global media systems
- New media technologies
- Media management and media effects
The subject demands critical thinking, theory-based understanding, and knowledge of both traditional and emerging communication landscapes.
📘 UGC NET Mass Communication & Journalism Syllabus – Key Areas (2026 Cycle)
1. Communication Concepts & Theories
- Types and levels of communication
- Theories by McLuhan, Lasswell, Berlo, Shannon & Weaver
- Agenda setting, gatekeeping, spiral of silence
- Mass media effects
2. Journalism & News Reporting
- News values and news writing
- Editorial processes
- Investigative journalism
- Beat reporting
- Photojournalism
3. Media Laws & Ethics
- Press Council of India
- Copyright Act, RTI Act
- Freedom of speech and expression
- Media regulations & guidelines
4. Print, Broadcast & Digital Media
- Newspaper and magazine journalism
- Radio formats & production
- TV news production, editing & scripting
- Online journalism and web writing
5. Advertising & Public Relations
- Brand communication
- Copywriting
- Campaign planning
- Crisis communication
- Corporate communication strategies
6. Media Management
- Media ownership
- Convergence
- Organizational structures
- Marketing strategies in media industries
7. Global Communication
- International communication theories
- Global media flow
- Cultural imperialism
- Transnational media giants
8. Communication Research
- Qualitative & quantitative research
- Sampling, hypothesis, variables
- Content analysis, surveys, field research
9. Development Communication
- Role of media in socio-economic development
- Health & environmental communication
- Community media
10. New Media & Emerging Technologies
- Social media communication
- Digital storytelling
- AI in media
- Online misinformation and fact-checking
🧾 PYQ Trends – Mass Communication & Journalism (UGC NET)
⭐ Frequently Asked Areas
- Media theories and models
- Laws, ethics, and regulatory frameworks
- News reporting & editing
- Advertising and PR
- Global media studies
- New media & digital communication
- Research methods
⭐ High-Weightage Concepts
- Gatekeeping, agenda setting
- Freedom of the press
- Media convergence
- Audience studies
- Communication effects theories
PYQs show that UGC focuses on conceptual clarity, updated examples, and theory-based MCQs.
📚 ANSS ACADEMY – UGC NET Mass Communication & Journalism Mock Test 2026
What You Get:
- Topic-wise mock tests (complete coverage of the syllabus)
- Full-length Paper 1 + Paper 2 tests
- Weekly live tests
- PYQ-pattern question sets
- Score analysis & performance tracking
- Explanation notes (selected questions)
- All India Rank (AIR) system
- Suitable for both June & December 2026 cycles
Platform Features:
- Smooth test interface
- Timer-enabled mock exam environment
- Instant results with analytics
- Accessible on both the ANSS ACADEMY Website and Mobile App
🎯 Final Message for Aspirants
UGC NET Mass Communication & Journalism requires conceptual clarity, updated media knowledge, and consistent practice.
With ANSS ACADEMY’s structured test series, your preparation becomes organized, exam-focused, and effective.
Your journey toward qualifying Assistant Professorship, JRF, or PhD in Mass Communication & Journalism starts today.
