NIOS Class 12 Mass Communication (335) Syllabus 2025-26 - Your Guide to a Future in Media
Create Your Future using the power of Media — Complete Syllabus, Exam Structure, and Assistance.
NIOS Mass Communication Syllabus Class 12 - Your Guide to a Future in Media
Create Your Future using the power of Media — Complete Syllabus, Exam Structure, and Assistance.
Are you dreaming of a career in journalism, TV, digital media, or advertising? Mass Communication (335) in NIOS Class 12 is your perfect launchpad.
This subject teaches you how news is made, ads are crafted, and media shapes society — all in a practical, engaging, and scoring way.
At Unnati Education, we guide you with notes, solved TMAs, answer writing, and live coaching to score 75+ easily.
NIOS Class 12 Mass Communication (335) Syllabus - Unit-Wise Bifurcation
Course Structure: The NIOS Class 12 Mass Communication (335) syllabus for 2025-26 is divided into 5 units, covering fundamentals, media types, and applications. Total marks: 80 (Theory) + 20 (TMA) = 100.
- Unit 1: Introduction to Mass Communication
- Concept of Mass Communication
- Functions and Role of Mass Communication
- Elements of Mass Communication
- Unit 2: Print Media
- Newspapers and Magazines
- Editing and Design
- News Writing
- Unit 3: Electronic Media
- Radio
- Television
- Script Writing
- Unit 4: Advertising and Public Relations
- Advertising
- Public Relations
- Copy Writing
- Unit 5: New Media
- Internet and Social Media
- Digital Journalism
- Media Ethics
Marks Distribution:
| Unit | Marks |
|---|---|
| Unit 1: Introduction to Mass Communication | 16 |
| Unit 2: Print Media | 16 |
| Unit 3: Electronic Media | 16 |
| Unit 4: Advertising and Public Relations | 16 |
| Unit 5: New Media | 16 |
| Total Theory | 80 |
| TMA (Internal) | 20 |
| Grand Total | 100 |
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Question Paper Design & Syllabus Bifurcation - Mass Communication (335)
Complete Exam Pattern for NIOS Class 12 Mass Communication (Code: 335) – Know how marks are distributed across TMA, Public Exam, Objectives, Question Types, and Difficulty.
Bifurcation of Syllabus (TMA vs Public Exam)
Total No. of Lessons: 28
| MODULE | I. TMA (40%) (No. of Lessons- 10) |
II. Public Examination (60%) (No. of Lessons- 18) |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Introduction to Mass Communication |
L1 Introduction to communication |
L2 Mass Communication L3 Role and impact of Mass Media L4 Development communication |
| 2. Print Media |
L5 Introduction to Print Media |
L6 What is News? L7 Reporting and editing L8 Language Press in India |
| 3. Radio | L12 Radio Programme production |
L9 Characteristics of Radio L10 The Radio Station L11 Formats of radio Programmes |
| 4. Television | L14 Role of television as a mass Medium |
L13 Television in India L15 Television channels L16 Television programme production |
| 5. Advertising and Public Relations |
L17 Advertising- an introduction L20 Public relations -tools |
L18 Advertising – an Industry L19 Public relations – an introduction |
| 6. New Media |
L21 Characteristics of new media L24 New Media: employment opportunities |
L22 New media: the industry L23 New media: Target audience |
| OPTIONAL MODULE | (Choose any one) | |
| 7A. Traditional Media |
L25A Introduction to traditional media L26A Types of traditional media |
L27A Comparison of traditional media with electronic media. L28A Communication through Traditional Medium |
| 7B. Photojournalism |
L25B Introduction to photography L26B The Camera |
L27B Photojournalism L28B Role of Photojournalism |
QUESTION PAPER DESIGN
| 1. Weightage by Objectives | ||
|---|---|---|
| OBJECTIVES | MARKS | % OF TOTAL MARKS |
| KNOWLEDGE | 20 | 25 |
| UNDERSTANDING | 36 | 45 |
| APPLICATION | 24 | 30 |
| Total | 80 | 100 |
| 2. Weightage to Forms of Questions | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Forms of Question | No. of Questions | Marks per Question | Total Marks |
| Objective Type Questions 1 Marks (MCQs) |
16 | 1 | 16 |
| Objective Type Questions 1×2 = 2 marks (with 2 sub-parts of 1 mark each) [Fill in the blanks, match the column, paragraph or case-based questions, one-word questions, True False etc.] |
12 | 2 | 24 |
| VSA | 7 | 2 | 14 |
| SA | 6 | 3 | 18 |
| LA | 2 | 4 | 08 |
| Total | 43 | - | 80 |
| 3. Weightage to Content Areas | |
|---|---|
| Modules | Marks |
| 1. Introduction to Mass Communication | 07 |
| 2. Print Media | 12 |
| 3. Radio | 12 |
| 4. Television | 12 |
| 5. Advertising and Public Relations | 12 |
| 6. New Media | 10 |
| OPTIONAL MODULE 7A. Traditional Media OR 7B. Photojournalism |
15 |
| Total | 80 |
| 4. Difficulty Level of Question Paper | ||
|---|---|---|
| LEVEL | PERCENTAGE | MARKS |
| DIFFICULT | 20 | 16 |
| AVERAGE | 50 | 40 |
| EASY | 30 | 24 |
| Total | 100 | 80 |
Why Choose Mass Communication (335) in NIOS Class 12?
If you want a modern, skill-based, and high-scoring subject — Mass Comm 335 is ideal.
- Skill Development: Writing, speaking, critical thinking
- Media Insight: How news, ads, and digital content work
- Career Foundation: Journalism, PR, digital marketing, film
- Fun & Scoring: Interactive, practical, and engaging
- No Practical Exam: 100% theory + TMA
Perfect for Arts, Commerce, or Science students!
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This subject is your bridge to the media world. With clear concepts, regular writing practice, and our support — scoring 75+ is easy.
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Frequently Asked Questions - NIOS Class 12 Mass Communication (335)
Q1. Is Mass Communication (335) a scoring subject?
A: Yes! Most students score 75+ with structured prep and answer writing practice.
Q2. Do I need prior media experience?
A: No. Starts from basics. Perfect for beginners.
Q3. How to submit TMA?
A: Online or at study center. We provide ready-to-submit TMAs in English & Hindi.
Q4. Is Mass Comm available in Hindi?
A: Yes. We provide notes, TMAs, papers in both languages.
Q5. Need help with long answers?
A: Yes! We give model answers, templates, and feedback for 8–10 mark questions.
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