VIMPAT 2022 Registration is done through online mode. The selection will be done on the basis of marks obtained followed by GD & Personal Interview round. The minimum eligibility criteria for VIMCAT 2022 is Graduation in any discipline for PGD2C3, and 10+2 for certificate course.

VIMC Personality Assessment Test (VIMPAT) is the combined admission test for PGD2C3 (Post Graduate Diploma in Digital Content Creation and Communication) and the four certificate programs. The entrance exam is taken by the Vivekananda Institute of Mass Communication (VIMC). VIMPAT 2022 is a multidimensional Pen based examination, which will assess candidates in areas such as General Awareness and Language Proficiency. Candidates appearing for the test and qualifying all the rounds will have the opportunity of getting into VIMC. 

  • VIMC will conduct its own admission test - VIMPAT for the candidates who apply to VIMC.
  • Admission to the PGD2C3 and Certificate Courses is done on the basis of VIMPAT scores.
  • VIMPAT is a Pen Based Test (PBT*).

VIMPAT 2022 Highlights

VIMPAT 2022 will be conducted for admissions in postgraduate diploma and certificate courses in the discipline of Mass Communication. The institute offers a PG Diploma and 4 Certification programs under various disciplines. Some important highlights of VIMPAT are tabulated below:

Name of Examination VIMC Personality Assessment Test (VIMPAT)
Conducting Body Vivekananda Institute of Mass Communication (VIMC)
Level of Exam Institute
Mode of Application Online
Mode of Exam Online
Application Fee INR 500
Official Website https://vimc.in/

VIMPAT 2022 Eligibility Criteria

Before giving the exam, candidates must know the minimum eligibility criteria that need to be met. Eligibility criteria for candidates appearing in VIMPAT 2022 for PG Diploma and Certificate Courses is as follows:

Eligibility:

Anybody with an aptitude for mass communication has completed:

  • For PG Diploma: (10+2+3) from a recognized university (UGC/AICTE/DEC/AIU/State Government) in any discipline can register for VIMPAT.
  • For Certificate Program: 10+2 from a recognized board (CBSE, ICSE and other similar boards) can register for VIMPAT. 

VIMPAT 2022 Selection Process

VIMC New Delhi conducts the final selection process for admission in 2022. Mentioned below are the key components, steps and weightages awarded in the VIMC selection process:

Step 1: VIMC Admission Test (VIMPAT)

All candidates who have applied for VIMC Admission 2022 need to appear for the Pen based VIMPAT exam. The applicants are assessed on VIMPAT score, which consists of 2 sections: General Awareness and Language Proficiency. 

Step 2: Appear in GD & PI

All the candidates shortlisted on the basis of their performance in VIMPAT shall appear for both GD & PI at designated centre on designated dates. All those candidates who appear in GD & PI, and fulfil the following conditions will be considered for the merit list:

  • Majority recommendation by all the panel members of PI.
  • At least 130 or more on a 200-point scale in GD
  • At least 210 or more on a 300-point scale in PI

VIMPAT 2022 Application Form

VIMPAT 2022 application form and registration form for the new as well as existing applicants is released by VIMC Delhi. Candidates can fill up the form to apply online. The registration fee of INR 2200 can be paid through online mode. The registration and application form is the same for New applicants and for existing users. You need to click on your category: 

  • New registration, Or
  • Already Registered users

VIMPAT 2022 Exam Pattern

VIMC Admission is done through VIMPAT comprising 500 marks in total divided into two sections. The detail about the same is mentioned below:

Section 1 (General Awareness Paper): It is an objective based exam. (MCQ based) comprises 25 questions for 100 Marks. The time duration of the exam will be an hour (60 Minutes). The paper is based on:

  • Current Affairs
  • Class 10 level General Studies and General Science

Section 2 (Language Proficiency): A descriptive paper to check writing skills comprises questions (choice based). The time duration of the exam will be an hour (60 Minutes). The paper is based on essays written from current affairs/culture/cinema/politics and society.

Weightages in Final Merit List

The applicants who meet the eligibility criteria, a final composite score (FCS) shall be created based on the following weightage:

Component Weightage Remarks
VIMPAT Score 50% Scaled Scores will be used for VIMPAT
Group Discussion 20% May have multiple tasks
Personal Interview 30% Candidate expected to have good communication skill

FAQs

Ques. How many marks does VIMPAT comprise?

Ans. VIMPAT comprises 500 marks in total, which includes Section 1 (General Awareness Paper) and Section 2 (Language Proficiency).

Ques.  Can international students appear for VIMPAT?

Ans. Yes, international students can appear for VIMPAT. In order to be eligible for VIMCAT, the international participants must have passed graduation or equivalent degree from any recognized University or Institution in their respective country.

Ques. Is VIMPAT a subjective or objective test?

Ans. VIMPAT is both an objective as well a descriptive test. Section 1 of the VIMPAT deals with General Awareness consists of MCQ based questions whereas Section 2 consists of Language Proficiency which is a descriptive paper to check the writing skills.