
A Hub of Creativity

Shaping voices, crafting stories, and empowering media minds since 1997.
Established in 1997, the institution has consistently maintained high academic standards in its curriculum, visibly contributing to the burgeoning media industry by providing trained, industry-savvy professionals for over two decades. The Manipal Institute of Communication achieved remarkable milestones in 2026, ranking #3 by India Today and #6 by The Hansa Communication Colleges Survey among the top Mass Communication Institutes in India.
You learn through specialised media labs, production facilities, industry projects and practical assignments, while undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral pathways support diverse academic and professional ambitions. With an emphasis on digital and emerging media, responsible communication and creative storytelling, MIC prepares you to become adaptable, industry-ready professionals capable of shaping the evolving media and communication landscape.
International Collaborations
Manipal Institute of Communication is an internationally affiliated institution with active partnerships with more than 250+ leading universities around the globe. Our relations with institutions, government agencies, and organisations in study, research, and service cater to faculty and students' access to world-class institutions, experiences, and resources.
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Student Life
Clubs for theatre, dance, and fashion, forums, and student-led events fuel expression across media, design, and performance. You actively participate in flagship events like Article-19, one of India’s biggest media fests, and Artifex, the Animation Department’s three-day fest with a mix of workshops, competitions, and Cosplay Night. Initiatives such as AM Plus, Namma Angadi, and Namma Sante further encourage student engagement, creativity, and community connection. MIC Check, a student-led Spotify podcast, and Radio Manipal, managed by PG students, offer hands-on media experience.
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Student Life
Clubs for theatre, dance, and fashion, forums, and student-led events fuel expression across media, design, and performance. You actively participate in flagship events like Article-19, one of India’s biggest media fests, and Artifex, the Animation Department’s three-day fest with a mix of workshops, competitions, and Cosplay Night. Initiatives such as AM Plus, Namma Angadi, and Namma Sante further encourage student engagement, creativity, and community connection. MIC Check, a student-led Spotify podcast, and Radio Manipal, managed by PG students, offer hands-on media experience.

Work with the community, work for the community

Reach out to the world with podcasts and radio

Experience media-fests like never before
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We are living in a time where rapid technological advancements, intelligent AI systems, and evolving tools are reshaping the way we produce, share, and consume content. At the Manipal Institute of Communication (MIC), we recognize this shifting landscape and prepare our students not just to keep up—but to lead.
We provide a solid foundation across core areas while allowing for in-depth specialization. This balance of breadth and depth ensures that our graduates are adaptable, insightful, and ready for the demands of a dynamic industry.
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