MICA Admission 2026 (Ongoing): Eligibility, Selection Criteria, Admission Process

Latest Update: The last Date for Submission of Application for PGDM Admission 2025 is 20 Nov 2025.

MICA Ahmedabad offers a 2-year PGDM and PGDM in Communication, along with a Fellow Programme in Management (FPM). It also provides a Crafting Creative Communication Programme (CCC).

MICA Admission to the PGDM programmes is based on CAT, XAT, or GMAT scores, followed by the MICAT exam has three sections-Psychometric, Descriptive, and aptitude tests followed by Group Exercise and Personal Interview.

For FPM admission, candidates must hold a postgraduate or master's degree (or an equivalent qualification) with a minimum of 55% marks or an equivalent grade.

MICA Admission 2026: Highlights

Here are the key highlights of MICA Admission 2026:

MICA PGDM Admission 2026

MICA's two-year AICTE-approved PGDM-C and PGDM are residential programs focused on core areas like Product Management, Sales, Branding, and Business Analysis. The intake is 180 for PGDM-C and 60 for PGDM. The total programme fee is INR 28 lakh.

MICA Admission Eligibility

• A bachelor's degree (10+2+3) or an equivalent qualification in any discipline recognized by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) is required for admission to PGDM-C and PGDM programmes.
• Candidates in their final year of the bachelor's degree or waiting for their results can also apply.

MICA PGDM Selection Process

Below are the MICA PGDM-C / PGDM Selection Process:

• MICAT Registration: Register for the MICAT exam.
• Entrance Exam Score: You must have a valid CAT, XAT, or GMAT score.
• MICAT Exam: This test has three parts:
  1. Section A: Psychometric Test
  2. Section B: Descriptive Test
  3. Section C: Four subsections including Thinking skills, Verbal Ability, Quantitative Ability, and General Awareness.
• Final Selection: Shortlisted candidates are evaluated based on their CAT/XAT/GMAT score, MICAT exam results, and performance in Group Exercise (GE) and Personal Interview (PI).

The final composite score will be calculated by combining various components, each contributing a specific percentage to the overall evaluation:

MICA CCC Admission 2026

The CCC Programme is 11-month residential course training students for creative roles in advertising. Since 2000, it has produced nearly 1,000 graduates, many now leaders in the industry.

MICA CCC Eligibility

Admission to the CCC programme requires meeting the following eligibility criteria:

• Candidates must have a bachelor's degree (10+2+3 system) or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU).
• Final-year students or those awaiting their degree results can also apply.
• Such candidates must provide a certificate from their institution's principal, head of department, registrar, or director confirming their status.

MICA CCC Selection Process

The selection process for the CCC programme involves three key steps:

• Online Test: Candidates take an online test sent via email, which must be completed within 48 hours. This test measures creative thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Evaluation: The test focuses on two areas: imagination (creative thinking) and articulation (clear expression and language skills).
• Personal Interview (PI): Shortlisted candidates attend personal interviews in various cities. Final admission is based on performance in both the test and interview.

MICA FPM Admission 2026

The four-year Fellow Programme in Management (FPM) at MICA is a doctoral course focused on Strategic Marketing and Communication. It aims to develop thoughtful leaders who can solve global challenges through research that benefits industry, policy, academia, and society.

MICA FPM Eligibility

Admission to the FPM programme requires meeting the following criteria:

• Applicants must have a UGC/AIU/AICTE-approved Master's or equivalent degree with at least 55% marks in management, communications, humanities, or social sciences.
• A three-year bachelor's degree (10+2+3) from any discipline is required.
• Knowledge of Marketing, Media, Public Relations, Advertising, or Journalism is a plus.
• Foreign nationals and NRIs with equivalent degrees and GRE scores are also eligible.

MICA FPM Selection Process

The FPM selection process follows these steps:

• Candidates submit their applications.
• Submit a research proposal and Statement of Purpose.
• Provide two letters of recommendation from experts in Marketing & Communication.
• First round of screening through online interviews.
• Shortlisted candidates attend a three-day test at MICA campus, including:
• Written Test (WT): Open-book exam on communication theory and analysis.
• Individual Presentation (IP): 15-minute presentation on research proposal.
• Personal Interview (PI): Panel interview assessing fit and research interest.
• Lodging and boarding are provided during the test.
• Final Selection Based on test scores, presentation, interview, academic records, experience, and publications.

MICA Application Process 2026

To apply for admission at MICA, candidates need to follow these simple steps:

1. Visit MICA's official website.
2. Choose your preferred course and click on 'Apply Online.'
3. Register as a new user and log in.
4. Fill in your personal and academic details carefully.
5. Upload a recent photo and signature as per the guidelines.
6. Pay the application fee online or offline.
7. Review all the information and submit the form.
8. Take a printout of the submitted application for your records.