Established in 2003, National Institute of Mass Communication (NIMC) started its academic session in collaboration with the Canadian Institute of Mass Communication, Ontario, Canada by Educational Media Research Society, New Delhi (a society registered under Societies Registration Act XXI of 1860).

The California University, USA has also recognized National Institute of Mass Communication & its courses. The objective is to impart quality training to students in mass media so that they efficiently utilize media technology in the best possible manner to keep pace with the fast-evolving communication industry.

At present, the institute offers various mass communication courses that include Diploma in Journalism and Mass Communication, Bachelor of Journalism and Mass Communication; Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism and Mass Communication and Master of Journalism and Mass Communication from UGC Recognized Universities, Govt. of India.

Along with the above degree, students also get an additional Diploma in Electronic Media from CIMC, Ontario, Canada. The Advantage of a Dual Degree/ Diploma programme is that students get rigorous practical training besides a strong theoretical foundation.

The institute strives to produce efficient and incisive communication professionals for which it has introduced a wide range of Short Term Diploma Courses in News Reading, Reporting, Anchoring & Radio Jockeying; Diploma in Video Production, Camera & Lights; Diploma in Visual Editing; Diploma in Acting and Performing Media, Diploma in Print Journalism besides one year Diploma in Mass Communication & TV Journalism.