The Pathway To Become A Radio Jockey

The most popular and trending among the students today is radio broadcasting and radio jockey. Students can pursue their dream career in radio journalism. Here providing all the information on which you can rely to become a radio personality.

Overview

In today's era, youngsters are able to use their talents as their respective course of their choice. Here radio journalism is the most popular and trending among the students. It includes many programs and radio jockey is one of the most popular among all. A radio jockey is the person who host the shows of radio stations. It is only audible to the listeners. It is an audio generated program. It includes radio shows with songs or without songs, some shows are based on education,some on political issues,some based on latest news and many more. So making your career in this field can make you lot more than this.

Eligibility Criteria

For Undergraduates

The candidate should have completed 10+2 from a recognised board with minimum 50% marks in aggregate.

For Postgraduates

The candidate should have completed his/her graduation in any particular degree with minimum 50% marks in aggregate.

For Diploma/Certificate Program

The candidate should have a degree of that particular course or program.

Admission and Selection Process

Mainly some of the popular colleges conduct entrance exam based on their eligibility criteria. Selection can be done on the basis of the clearance of entrance test. There are three stages of the selection process:

Written test (objectives)

Interview

Portfolio (based on the course opted or degree in the graduation)

The admission is based only when the entrance test is clear.

TOP COLLEGES FOR RADIO PROGRAMMING

Here are some of the most popular colleges and institutions on which you can rely:

RADIO CITY SCHOOL OF BROADCASTING

This institution provides certificate course in radio jockey, radio productions,sales/digital media. It also provides internship for 3 months in radio city 91.1 FM in the chosen field.

Eligibility

GRADUATION OR PURSUING GRADUATION - age upto 30 yrs.

Fees

Programming- Rs.68,700

Sales/Digital media- Rs.51,525

Entrance Exam

It conducts entrance at 3 levels:

Written exam and group discussion

Extempore

Personal interview

Duration

This course is of total 6 months only which includes 3 months of theory and 3 months of internship.

THE REGISTRATION FEES FOR THE APPLICATION FORM IS RS.200 ONLY.

How To Apply

Interested candidated can go through the official website of radio city school of broadcasting and can apply from there.

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF MASS COMMUNICATION

IIMC provides postgraduate diploma course in radio and TV journalism.

Duration

The duration of the course is 1 year.

FOR MORE DETAILED INFORMATION CONTACT IIMC:011 2674 2920

JAMIA MILLIA ISLAMIA

Jamia millia islamia provides AJK mass media i.e. MA(mass comm.)

MA(mass comm.)

Total seats-50

Duration-2 years

(4 semesters)

Programme code-M20

Total fee payable:

1st year-Rs.77,610

2nd year-Rs.65,210

Eligibility

The candidate should have done graduation in any course with not less than 50% marks in average.

Entrance Exam

There are 3 levels of test for this course:

Objective and descriptive questions-200 marks

Interview-45 marks

Portfolio-55 marks

Career Prospects

There are many different types of career opportunities in radio production field. There is a lot of scope in the employment of radio jockeys in the media industry.

Students, after completing the course would be able to find out best in them and can apply in various radio stations such as AIR,Times FM,Radio Mid-day,93.5 Red FM,Fever 104 FM and many more.

Salary Prospectus

For a beginner or a fresher,one can easily get the minimum of 7000-15000 per month and of course 2500-3000 per show.

While you get more experience salary would be based on your work experience, more the experience,more the salary and perks you'll get.

Popular Radio Jockeys in India

Some of the most popular RJ's in India

RJ Raunac

RJ Mallishka

RJ Naved

RJ Aparshakti (now a VJ)

RJ Balaji

RJ Nitin

RJ Archana

I just want to know that when will be the online admission form of KTUJM will start

-PERLA ANIL KUMARUpdated on March 26, 2026 10:25 PM

1 Answer

Simran Saini, CollegeDekho Expert

Dear Student,

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I need to know that for the admission process does it require a portfolio of the candidate work and is there any interview with the candidate. And how much mark would be eligible for the candidate to get admission

-niveth titusUpdated on March 03, 2026 04:56 PM

1 Answer

Lipi, Content Team

Hi student,

For a Bachelor of Film and Television Technology, the admission process typically involves a blend of academic eligibility and creative evaluation. The top BA Film and TV production colleges in India require a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in your 12th-grade (10+2) examinations, though some top-tier programs may prioritize performance in a dedicated entrance exam over school grades.

Beyond academics, a portfolio is generally required to showcase your creative potential; this doesn't need to be professional-grade but should include examples of your work, like short clips, scripts, or photography. If your portfolio or entrance scores meet the criteria, …

What is the admission charges for bjmc course

-bhabesh prasada mishraUpdated on March 17, 2026 02:33 PM

1 Answer

Rupsa, Content Team

Dear Student,

BMJC admission fee in Naxatra Institute of Media Studies for a 3 year duration roughly ranges around INR 1.22 lakhs. The annual tuition fee is approximately INR 40,000-50,000 while hostel charges for outstation students remains INR 72,000 per year. For the latest fee breakdown, we suggest you visit the official college website.

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