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Eligibility and qualities required
The career of a journalist demands a wide range of qualities and skills. There is
no doubt that this career is highly rewarding, but a journalist has to work very
hard. He has to know something of everything. The person who wishes to reach
the top has to master the techniques of journalism and go through the mill. He
should also possess a flair for writing, sound judgment, personal integrity,
earning for facts and expert knowledge of all branches of journalism. Some of
those who join this career can also specialize in a particular branch of journalism
like news reporting, editorial work, photography, feature writing, sports
reporting, writing for TV and Radio, criticism, magazine writing etc.

After completion of 12 from any stream, you can pursue either B.A. in
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Journalism or do a diploma in journalism. Then one can go ahead for pursuing
an M.A. in journalism. Below are some courses for graduations:

Courses:
Some of the popular courses are: B.A. with journalism, B.J.M.C, Bachelor in
journalism, B.A. in scriptwriting, B.A. in convergent writing, B.Sc. in journalism
and Communication Study, Bachelor in Media Science, Diploma in Journalism
and Mass Communication, Diploma in journalism, which can be availed from
various reputed colleges such as, Delhi school of journalism, Makhanlal
Chaturvedi national University of journalism and Communication, Bhopal, Jamia
Millia Islamia, Indian Institution of mass communication etc.

Expected Income
It is a highly paid profession where a fresher can get up to 3 lakh per annum at
the entry-level while the seniors get paid 8 lakh to 15 lakh per annum, and this
goes up even higher for more experienced and smart journalists. It is often said
that if your passion becomes your profession, then you will enjoy it to your
fullest.

Sakshi Agarwal and Ayush Vasta
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