MICAT 2027: Mudra Institute of Communications Admissions Test (MICAT) 2027 [MICAT-I & MICAT-II]

Mudra Institute of Communications Admissions Test

Mudra Institute of Communications Admissions Test (MICAT) 2027 [MICAT-I & MICAT-II]

MICAT 2027
[Mudra Institute of Communications Admissions Test 2027]
organised by Mudra Institute of Communications, Ahmedabad
Admission to PGDM-C, PGDM, FPM, CCC & CCE Programs, 2027-2028
MICAT-I & MICAT-II

MICAT I
Registration Opens September 2026
Registration closes after Extension 22nd November, 2026
Exam Date 5th December, 2026

MICAT II
Registration Opens 25th November, 2026
Registration closes after Extension 30th January, 2027
Exam Date 12th February, 2027

MICA has broadened its programme offering. Admissions to all the programmes require candidates to appear for the MICAT exam conducted by MICA, along with other requirements unique for different programmes.

As AI reshapes discovery, reputation, decision-making and public discourse, communication professionals need more than the ability to communicate. They need to understand technology, build trust, shape reputation, influence decisions and navigate complex stakeholder ecosystems.

Register for MICAT (application fee Rs. 2,500/- per programme + Rs. 500/- per additional programme)
(payable if shortlisted for interview).
(exclude plus Rs. 500/- in FPM Programme; the FPM application fee is Rs. 2,500/- only.)

Programmes Offered by MICA

Post Graduate Diploma in Management (Communications) - (PGDM-C)

Admission Snapshot	2 Years \| Full-Time, On-Campus Residential \| 180 Seats \| Fee: Rs. 29.50* Lakhs \| AICTE Approved \| (2027-29 batch) \| Scholarships available
Eligibility Criteria	CAT, XAT or GMAT score required, along with MICAT. Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks.
Selection Process	Admission is based on CAT/XAT/GMAT and MICAT I/II (better MICAT score considered), followed by Group Exercise (GE) and Personal Interview (PI), leading to the Final Merit List.
Who Should Apply	A strong fit for those aspiring to build careers across marketing, media, advertising, brand management and communications.
How to Apply	Register for MICAT (application fee Rs. 2,500/- per programme + Rs. 500/- per additional programme (payable if shortlisted for interview).

Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)

Admission Snapshot	2 Years \| Full-Time, On-Campus Residential \| 60 Seats \| Fee: Rs. 29.50* Lakh \| AICTE Approved \| (2027-29 batch) \| Scholarships available
Eligibility Criteria	CAT, XAT or GMAT score required, along with MICAT. Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks.
Selection Process	Admission is based on CAT/XAT/GMAT and MICAT I/II (better MICAT score considered), followed by Group Exercise (GE) and Personal Interview (PI), leading to the Final Merit List.
Who Should Apply	Graduates aiming for strategic marketing, brand management or general management leadership roles through a two-year residential programme.
How to Apply	Register for MICAT (application fee Rs. 2,500/- per programme + Rs. 500/- per additional programme (payable if shortlisted for interview).

Post Graduate Certificate in Management (Sports Management) - PGCM (SM)

Admission Snapshot	1 Year \| Full-Time, Off-Campus Residential \| 40 Seats \| Fee: Rs. 14.50* Lakhs \| AICTE Approved \| (2027-28 batch) \| Scholarships available
Eligibility Criteria	CAT, XAT or GMAT score required, along with MICAT. Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks.
Selection Process	Admission is based on CAT/XAT/GMAT and MICAT I/II (better MICAT score considered), followed by Personal Interview (PI), leading to the Final Merit List.
Who Should Apply	Candidates with relevant work experience in the Sports industry, exposure to professional sports, or recent graduates with a passion for working in the sports industry and making a difference may apply by writing about their credentials in the application form.
How to Apply	Register for MICAT (application fee Rs. 2,500/- per programme + Rs. 500/- per additional programme (payable if shortlisted for interview).

Fellow Programme in Management (FPM)

Admission Snapshot	4 Years – PhD Equivalent \| Full-Time, Non-Residential \| 08 Seats \| Fee: Full waiver \| Stipend: Yes \| AICTE Approved \| (2027-31 batch) \| Scholarship Available: No
Eligibility Criteria	Master’s degree with a minimum of 60% marks in Management, Communications, Humanities, or Social Sciences. Relevant exposure to Marketing, Media, Public Relations, Advertising, Journalism, or related professional/research experience.
Selection Process	The FPM selection process comprises of three steps: MICAT, an Online Screening Interview, followed by on-campus FPM Written Test (FWT), Individual Presentation (IP), and Personal Interview (PI).
Who Should Apply	Individuals with a strong interest in research, academic inquiry, and solving complex problems in management and communication. Ideal for those aspiring to build careers in academia, research, or thought leadership.
How to Apply	Register for MICAT (application fee Rs. 2,500/-)

Post Graduate Certificate in Management (Advertising and Marketing Communication) PGCM (AMC) [Earlier (CCC)]

Admission Snapshot	1 Year \| Full-Time, On-Campus Residential \| 60 Seats \| Fee: Rs. 14.50* Lakhs \| AICTE Approved \| (2027-28 batch) \| Scholarships available
Eligibility Criteria	Appear for MICAT. Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks.
Selection Process	MICAT (the better of the two scores is considered), followed by a personal interview, then the final merit list.
Who Should Apply	Ideal for graduates, working professionals, writers, designers, and storytellers seeking to strengthen their creative and communication skills. Also suited for fine arts graduates and entrepreneurs looking to add strategic and business acumen to their creative capabilities.
How to Apply	Register for MICAT (application fee Rs. 2,500/- per programme + Rs. 500/- per additional programme (payable if shortlisted for interview).

Post Graduate Certificate in Management (Digital Media and Marketing Communications) PGCM (DMMC) [Earlier CCE]

Admission Snapshot	1 Year \| Full-Time, Off-Campus Residential \| 40 Seats \| Fee: Rs. 14.50* Lakhs \| AICTE Approved \| (2027-28 batch) \| Scholarships available
Eligibility Criteria	Appear for MICAT. Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks.
Selection Process	MICAT (the better of the two scores is considered), followed by a personal interview, then the final merit list.
Who Should Apply	Digital natives with creative ambition and a business orientation – aspiring creators wanting formal training, marketing professionals moving into creator-economy roles, entrepreneurs planning content ventures.
How to Apply	Register for MICAT (application fee Rs. 2,500/- per programme + Rs. 500/- per additional programme (payable if shortlisted for interview).

11 Month Certificate Programme in Strategic Communication (CSC)

Admission Snapshot	11 Months \| Full-Time, Off-Campus Residential \| 40 Seats \| Fee: Rs. 14.50* Lakhs \| AICTE Approval: Pending \| (2027-28 batch)
Eligibility Criteria	Appear for MICAT. Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks.
Selection Process	MICAT (the better of the two scores is considered), followed by a personal interview, then the final merit list.
Who Should Apply	The programme is designed for recent graduates, early-career professionals in PR, content, digital or brand roles looking to accelerate; career-switchers from journalism, policy, HR, legal and social-sector backgrounds, interested in strategic communication.
How to Apply	Register for MICAT (application fee Rs. 2,500/- per programme + Rs. 500/- per additional programme (payable if shortlisted for interview).

Note: Programme fees are subject to change. Fees marked with (*) are indicative and subject to revision.

MICA Admissions Calendar Batch 2027-2028

Event	Dates
MICAT-I Registration Opens	September 2026
MICAT-I Registration closes after Extension	November 22, 2026, at 11:50 P.M.
MICAT-I Admit Card Release	December 03, 2026
MICAT-I Exam	December 5, 2026
MICAT-I Score Declaration	December 18, 2026

Event	Dates
MICAT-II Registration Opens	November 25, 2026
MICAT-II Registration closes	January 30, 2027
MICAT-II Admit Card Release	February 10, 2027
MICAT-II Exam	February 12, 2027
MICAT-II Score Declaration	February 28, 2027

Application Procedure

MICAT plus CAT, XAT or GMAT (PGDM, PGDM-C, Sports Management)

Register for MICAT.
Submit your CAT, XAT or GMAT score.
Appear for MICAT I or II.
Attend the personal interview or programme-specific assessment if shortlisted.
Await final merit list.

MICAT only (FPM, PGCM-AMC, PGCM-DMMC, Strategic Communication)

Register for MICAT.
Appear for MICAT I or II.
Attend the personal interview or programme-specific assessment if shortlisted.
Await final merit list.

Contact:
02717 - 688 198 / 688 250 / +91 90991 27399

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Published By: Sahadeb

Published On: 17 Sep 2026

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