Mr. Neeraj Jha | Coordinator- Jubilee Batch Celebrations, Connections 2026 | 1975-76 & 2000-01 Batch

Dear IIMCians,

Mr. Neeraj Jha, 2000-01 Batch Alumnus (RTV, Delhi), will be the Coordinator for Jubilee Batch Celebrations at Annual Alumni Meet- Connections 2026.

Mr. Jha is Director and Head of Sports, Eurosport (Warner Bros. Discovery).

IIMCAA will be celebrating the golden and silver jubilee of 1975-76 and 2000-01 batches respectively at Connections 2026.

We request alumni to help us with the name/email/mobile number of alumni belonging to these two batches to enable us to contact and connect with them.

You may email details of alumni of jubilee batches at alumni.iimc@gmail.com or drop a WhatsApp message only at +919560016061

Thanks & Regards,

Atul Gupta

General Secretary

Earlier Announcements

Mr. Rajesh Kalra | Auditor- IIMCAA Awards 2026

Ms. Sneha Bhattacharjee | Coordinator – IIMCAA Awards 2026

Mr. Rohit Dubey | Convenor – IIMCAA Awards 2026

IIMCAA Awards 2026 | 13 Categories | Open For All | Rules and Guidelines to Apply | Last Date- 4th January 2026

The IIMC Alumni Association (IIMCAA) is pleased to announce that the entries for the 10th IIMCAA Awards are now OPEN FOR SUBMISSION. It is open for all working professionals including non-IIMCians.

Our commitment to recognize the outstanding achievements in various fields of mass communication and fostering connections among them remains steadfast. Hosting another round of these prestigious awards marks a significant milestone, and we are elated to have reached the IIMCAA Awards 2026.

The IIMCAA Awards 2026 will honour the best professional works done by an applicant/ applicants from January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025. Out of the 13 categories, 10 offer a cash prize along with a trophy and certificate, while the remaining 3 offer a trophy and certificate.

The shortlisting of entries and selection of winners will be conducted by an esteemed panel of jury members. The winners will be announced on 28 February at Connections Meet in Delhi. IIMCAA will contact the winners and share the invite to attend the award ceremony.

IMPORTANT CHANGES WITH RESPECT TO IIMCAA AWARDS 2025

- An applicant is required to submit THREE (3) News/Shows/Campaigns done in 2025 now, instead of ONE (1).

- An applicant is required to submit essay in video format, instead of written essay to justify his/her/their claim for the award 

Read Awards Notification Carefully to Avoid Disqualification

Entry can be submitted online only at IIMCAA Website. 

Here is the link- https://iimcaa.org/iimcaa-awards-submission-2026/

We look forward to your enthusiastic participation in celebrating excellence in the field of media and communications.

Thanks & Regards, 

Rohit Dubey 

Convenor, IIMCAA Awards 2026

IIMCAA Care Fund – Alumni Survey on AI Masterclass

Dear IIMCians,

The IIMCAA Care Fund is planning to organise a masterclass on Artificial Intelligence (AI) exclusively for IIMC alumni. This masterclass aims to provide in-depth knowledge of AI and practical tools to help alumni apply these skills in their everyday professional lives.

To make sure this program matches our alumni's needs and goals, we're running a quick survey. Your inputs will help us design the most suitable course for your growth.

Survey Link- https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfmakd-XKlmK5NqbKiXFnd9xj0tDDbt__5quMs27if1RMGT9g/viewform

Please take a moment to review the survey and share your feedback. Your participation will help us create a more impactful learning experience for everyone.


Thank you,
Nitin Pradhan
Chairman – IIMCAA Care Fund

Mr. Rajesh Kalra | Auditor- IIMCAA Awards 2026

Dear IIMCians,

Mr. Rajesh Kalra will be the Auditor for the IIMCAA Awards 2026.

Mr. Kalra is a Board member and Former Executive Chairman of Asianet News Network.

Thanks & Regards, 

Atul Gupta 

General Secretary 

Earlier Announcements

Ms. Sneha Bhattacharjee | Coordinator – IIMCAA Awards 2026

Mr. Rohit Dubey | Convenor – IIMCAA Awards 2026

Ms. Sneha Bhattacharjee | Coordinator – IIMCAA Awards 2026

Dear IIMCians,

Ms. Sneha Bhattacharjee (EJ, Dhenkanal | 2009-10 Batch) will be Coordinator for the IIMCAA Awards 2026. 

Ms. Bhattacharjee is Assistant Director, Brand, Marketing & Communication, EY Global Delivery Services.

Thanks & Regards,

Atul Gupta

General Secretary 

Earlier Announcements 

Mr. Rohit Dubey | Convenor – IIMCAA Awards 2026

Mr. Rohit Dubey | Convenor – IIMCAA Awards 2026

Dear IIMCians,

Mr. Rohit Dubey will be the Convenor for the IIMCAA Awards 2026.

Mr. Dubey is VP & Head - Corporate Communications at Reliance Jio. 

Thanks & Regards,

Atul Gupta

General Secretary

CC MoM - Connections 2026 Event Fees Decided | Special Offer for Lifetime Membership

Dear IIMCians, 

The Central Committee meeting took place at IIMC HQ, New Delhi on 2nd November. IIMCAA President Mr. Sushil Singh presided over the meeting that was attended by Executive President Ms. Gayatri Srivastava, Vice Presidents Ms. Sneha Bhattacharjee, General Secretary Mr. Atul Gupta, CC Members Ms. Vrinda Mathur, Mr. Anand Saurabh and Mr. Komal Badodekar. Former President Mr. Prasad Sanyal and past CC Members Mr. Ritesh Verma, Mr. Mridul Chandra, Mr. Pratham Dwivedi and Ms. Puja Mishra also participated in the meeting. It discussed the agenda listed for the meeting and following decisions were taken.

1. Connections 2026 Event Fees- The CC approved an event fee plan that will be attached to the membership status of alumni. Global Meet will be an invite only event while Chapter Meets will be open for Renewed/Paid Members only.

- All members, who have registered/renewed until 31st October 2025, will be required to pay the membership and event fees together to attend Connections 2026

- Other alumni are required to become members

- Fee structure is given below, which will reflect on the membership page soon when we open registrations at www.iimcaa.org

- Registrations for the Global Connections Meet will close on 15th February 2026

Global Meet Fees

- Lifetime Members- Nil

- Annual Members (Registered/Renewed after 1 November 2025)- 1000 + GST

- Renewal Pending Members/ Other Alumni- 2000 + GST

- Family Members- 2500 + GST (per person, except for children below 10 years)

Chapter Meets Fees

- Lifetime Members- Nil

- Annual Members (Registered/Renewed after 1 November 2025)- Nil

- Renewal Pending Members/ Other Alumni- 1000 + GST

- Family Members- 1500 + GST (per person, except for children below 10 years)

2. Lifetime Membership Connections Special Offer- The CC has approved to launch a special drive for lifetime membership with 25% lower fees during registrations for Global Connections Meet. Normal fee for lifetime membership is 20,000 Rupees + GST that will be available for 15,000 + GST during registrations. Special offer will close on 15th February 2026.

Thanks & Regards,

Atul Gupta

General Secretary