International Awards

In 2023, SJCC initiative MV Cinemas produced and directed the anti-drug movie titled "Balloons", which won accolades at international film festivals, demonstrating its global impact. It bagged the Best Cause-Driven Film Award at the CANNES WORLD FILM FESTIVAL in France (2023), solidifying its global impact. Additionally, the film received the Outstanding Achievement Award at the Microfilm INDIE Short Fest in Los Angeles. These accolades demonstrate the effectiveness of "Balloons" in raising awareness about the devastating consequences of drug abuse.

National Awards

SJCC's national accolades highlight its ability to address critical issues and to preserve cultural heritage. The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting Government of India has recognised the contribution of SJCC's community radio multiple times with National Awards for Community Radio.

• 90.8 Radio Media Village secured first place in both the Community Engagement Category (2013) and the Sustainability Model Category (2014).
• Additionally, the radio was recognized with a second-place in the Thematic Category (2015) and the Most Creative Innovative Category (2018).
• In 2019, the radio secured third place in the "Promoting Local Culture" category.

These awards signify SJCC's commitment to excellence in radio broadcasting and its contributions to the community.

Regional Awards (Pepper Awards)

The college has consistently impressed juries at the prestigious Pepper Awards , a regional recognition (South India) platform for excellence in media and communication.

In 2019, SJCC secured a double win. The documentary film "Oru Chakka Katha" not only received a Bronze Pepper Award but also earned the coveted State Award for Second Best Documentary given by Farm Information Bureau, Govt. of Kerala. Additionally, the film "Oru Naadinte Hridayathaalam” bagged a Gold Pepper Award in the "Cyber-Signature Film" category, showcasing SJCC's expertise in crafting impactful digital content.

The college continued its winning streak in 2021, securing both Silver and Bronze Pepper Awards for "90.8 Radio Media Village" in the "Radio-In house Program Promos" category which recognizes our dedication towards innovative radio programming.

In 2022 again the college won a Silver Pepper Award for a film project and a Bronze Pepper Award for a "Cyber/Digital Social Media Video" which solidifies SJCC's position as a frontrunner in creating engaging and impactful visual media.

Recognitions

• An ISO 9001:2015 Certified institution.
• Listed among the top 10 Emerging Mass Communication Colleges by India Today in 2022.
• Ranked 14 in OUTLOOK-ICARE Rankings 2022 among the top Private Mass Communication
• Colleges by India.
• Week Survey Details-Ranked 20 by THE WEEK MAGAZINE Rankings 2023-among the top Mass
• Communication Colleges in India.
• Week Survey Details-Ranked 18 by THE WEEK MAGAZINE Rankings 2022-among the top Mass
• Communication Colleges in India.

Recognition from the State Government

The Government of Kerala recognized our expertise by giving us two projects- a short film named “Sudarsanam -Sabarimala pilgrimage facilities for senior pilgrims” in 2019 as per the request of the Pathanamthitta Collector Mr.P.B. Nooh, and in 2021 a documentary on extreme poverty identification for Kottayam district administration for promoting community initiatives for poverty alleviation, benefiting the government and enhancing regional actions. SJCC's impressive collection of national and regional awards serves as a testament to its commitment to excellence in media education and social outreach thereby empowering students to become responsible communicators who can make a positive impact on society.

In addition to the above, the faculty, students and alumni of SJCC have bagged numerous awards including state and national film awards for their creative productions for social uplift. For instance, SJCC students secured the first three awards for an awareness short film competition conducted by the National Health Mission on the topic of Mental Health and Depression.