One who wishes to become a journalist has to opt for Bachelor's degree or Post Graduate degree in journalism/mass communication. Admission to these courses are done through the entrance exam conducted by the concerned institutes. The Entrance exam of various journalism institutes usually held in the month from May - July every year consists of a written test followed by Group discussions and Interview.

The eligibility criteria required to become a journalist are as under :-

- The candidate must have passed 12th in any discipline with at least 60% marks in aggregate from a recognized board to get admission for Bachelor degree in journalism .

- The candidate must have passed Bachelor degree in journalism to get admission for Post graduate degree courses 

-The candidate must have good communication skills and linguistic skills and writing skills and listening skills. 

-The candidate should have good command over current affairs.