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Radio Jockey

Radio Jockeys (RJs) host radio shows, conduct interviews, play music and create on-air content for FM radio and digital audio platforms in India. Typical routes include a BA in Mass Communication, diplomas or direct entry through campus media; strong voice, improvisation and audience connection are essential.

Salary range
₹2.5–20 LPA
Job growth
high
Work type
Hybrid
Paths to entry
3 routes

Actions for your grade

  • Take part in school audio/video production and anchor small events
  • Learn basic audio editing using free tools (Audacity)
  • Attend local radio station open days or workshops

Your complete path from Grade 10 to Radio Jockey

Every step you need — from now to your first job.

BA Mass Communication / Journalism (UG)
Arts

Many universities use CUET or their own entrance; practical college media experience helps secure internships.

  1. Now
    Arts Stream
  2. Exams
    CUET UG
  3. Degree
    BA Mass Communication / BA Journalism (3 years)
  4. Colleges
    University of Delhi · Jamia Millia Islamia · Christ University Bangalore
  5. Career
    Radio Jockey
Diploma / Certificate in Radio & Broadcast
Any Stream

Short courses focus on voice training, radio production and live show skills; good for direct entry into local stations.

  1. Now
    Any Stream Stream
  2. Exams
    —
  3. Degree
    Diploma / Certificate in Radio Broadcasting or RJ Training (6 months–1 year)
  4. Colleges
    Xavier Institute of Communications Mumbai · Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication
  5. Career
    Radio Jockey
Start via Campus Radio / Internships
Any Stream

Build a demo reel and on-air experience; many RJs are hired from campus radio and local station trainees.

  1. Now
    Any Stream Stream
  2. Exams
    —
  3. Degree
    Non-degree route: internships, campus radio, community stations
  4. Colleges
    University of Delhi · Jamia Millia Islamia
  5. Career
    Radio Jockey

Entrance exams

ExamEligibilityDifficultyWindow
CUET UG
NTA
Class 12 (any stream)MediumMay-Jun

Where to Study

Institutes known to offer this career pathway in India.

Delhi University
University of Delhi
Central GovtNew Delhi, Delhi
CUET UGEntrance test (DUET/departmental)Merit-based
JMI
Jamia Millia Islamia
Central GovtNew Delhi, Delhi
JEE MainCUETJMI Entrance Exam
Christ University
Christ University
Deemed UniversityBengaluru, Karnataka
Christ University Entrance TestCUET
SIMC
Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication
Deemed UniversityPune, Maharashtra
Institute entranceMerit-based
XIC Mumbai
Xavier Institute of Communications
PrivateMumbai, Maharashtra
Institute entranceMerit-based
Recommendations only — verify eligibility, seat availability, and admission rules from official portals before applying.