Top Private Performing Arts Colleges in India 2026

Updated on - Jul 14, 2025 09:38 PM IST

There are total 1012 Performing Arts colleges in India. Out of the total, 603 Performing Arts colleges are private and 159 Performing Arts are owned by the government.CBSE 12th, DUEE, NID, Punjabi University Admission, CSIR NET are accepted for admission in Performing Arts colleges in India. Top 10 Performing Arts colleges are IIT Kanpur, Banaras Hindu University - Faculty of Science, Banaras Hindu University, Jamia Millia Islamia, Manipal University, SRM University Chennai, University of Hyderabad, Chandigarh University, Bharathiar University, LPU.

Performing Arts College Highlights in India

Total Number of colleges	1012
Accepted Entrance Exams	CBSE 12th, DUEE, NID, Punjabi University Admission, CSIR NET
Average Fees	₹ 74.1 K

Performing Arts Colleges in India

State	Number of Colleges	Average Fees
Uttar Pradesh	158	₹ 46478
Maharashtra	128	₹ 124789
Gujarat	77	₹ 61203
Rajasthan	76	₹ 51443
Karnataka	61	₹ 189543
West Bengal	61	₹ 29908
Madhya Pradesh	59	₹ 50498
Tamil Nadu	57	₹ 89976
Punjab	51	₹ 55708
Haryana	38	₹ 101226

Top Govt Performing Arts Colleges in India

College Name	Seat Intake	Average Fees
IIT Kanpur	-	₹ 48550
Banaras Hindu University - Faculty of Science	158	₹ 10031
Banaras Hindu University	184	₹ 7843
Jamia Millia Islamia	10	₹ 42200
University of Hyderabad	64	₹ 11847
Panjab University	-	₹ 37500
Madras University	-	₹ 12000
Punjabi University	155	₹ 18920
IIT Bhilai	-	₹ 125000
Himachal Pradesh University	15	₹ 7820

Top Private Performing Arts Colleges in India

College Name	Seat Intake	Average Fees
Manipal University	-	-
SRM University Chennai	-	₹ 110000
Chandigarh University	-	₹ 114000
LPU	60	₹ 100000
Amity University, Noida	-	₹ 60500
University of Mysore	-	₹ 5280
Shiv Nadar University	-	₹ 205000
Tata Institute of Social Sciences	63	₹ 77000
Christ University-Faculty of Engineering	-	₹ 59000
SAGE University Indore	-	₹ 27500

Showing 544 Private Performing Arts Colleges in India

NIMS University

4.3
(35 Reviews)
Jaipur, Rajasthan
Private
UGC
...+10 DCI , AIU , INC , MCI , DEC , BCI , NAAC , COA , PCI , AICTE

75,000 - 90,000 Performing Arts
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+4 Rajasthan BSTC , NIMCET , NEET SS , NEET PG

NIMS University specialties

Region : Strategic Highway Location - Proximity to Delhi-Jaipur Highway (NH-11C) - Surrounded by scenic Arava

Rankings : Recognized National Standing - NIRF Overall Rank: 151-200 (2025) - NIRF University Rank: 101-150 (20

Fees : Mid-High Fee Structure -Rs 0.9-2.0 L (Per Year) for most UG/PG - Medical courses significantly highe

ROI : Good Return on Investment - Highest domestic packageRs 60 LPA - Highest international packageRs 1.2

Flagship Courses : Diverse Program Offerings - Strong in Medical, Engineering, Management - Popular: B.Tech (CSE, AI &

Specializations : Advanced Specializations - Engineering: AI & ML, Data Science, Biotechnology - Management: Healthcar

Placements : Industry-Ready Placements - Dedicated placement cell, pre-placement training - Focus on Technical, M

Top Industries : Leading Industry Recruiters - IT (TCS, Infosys, Amazon, Google, Microsoft) - Consulting (Deloitte, K

Diversity : Vibrant Global Campus - 20,000+ students, 1000+ international students - Rich cultural diversity and

Internships : Practical Industry Exposure - Mandatory internships in reputed firms - Medical students at NIMS Hosp

Partnerships/Exchange Programs : Extensive Global Collaborations - 150+ international university tie-ups - Academic exchange, joint r

Alumni : Powerful Alumni Network - Strong global alumni presence - Networking opportunities across sectors

Guest Lecturers : Regular Industry Interactions - Hosts guest lectures, national/international conferences - Workshops

Shortlisted by 93213+ students

Aimfill International (AIMFILL), Bangalore

4.2
(4 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
UGC
...+2 NAAC , AICTE

Aimfill International (AIMFILL), Bangalore is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 1947. Aimfill International (AIMFILL), Bangalore offers Regular courses such as MBA, BSc, BBA, Diploma, PGD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 112+ students

Amity Global Business School (AGBS), Kolkata

4.3
(3 Reviews)
Kolkata, West Bengal
Private

CBSE 12th Exams
...+5 CSIR NET , CAT , WBCHSE , MAT , UGC NET

Amity Global Business School (AGBS), Kolkata is a Private Institute located in Kolkata, West Bengal. It was established in the year 2008. Amity Global Business School (AGBS), Kolkata offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, PGDM, B.Des, BSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 53+ students

GBS Kolkata

Kolkata, West Bengal
Private
AICTE
...+3 AACSB , NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

CAT Exams
...+1 XAT

GBS Kolkata is a Private Institute located in Kolkata, West Bengal. It was established in the year 2002. GBS Kolkata offers Regular courses such as MBA, PGDM, Certificate in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 209+ students

Jai Prakash College

4.5
(2 Reviews)
Bhagalpur, Bihar
Private
Other

Jai Prakash College is a Private Institute located in Bhagalpur, Bihar. It was established in the year 1952. Jai Prakash College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BCA, B.Com, Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 73+ students

Tata Institute of Social Sciences

4.5
(6 Reviews)
Mumbai, Maharashtra
Private
UGC
...+3 AICTE , Government of India , NAAC

35,000 - 1,19,000 Performing Arts
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+4 Maharashtra HSC , TISSNET , CUET , NEET PG

Tata Institute of Social Sciences specialties

Region : Strategic Financial Hub Access - Located in Deonar, Mumbai, providing direct proximity to India's largest corporate headquarters and financial institutions - Strategic access to major NGOs and government bodies for field-based social research

Rankings : Top-Tier National Standing - Ranked #58 among Universities in India by NIRF 2024 - Consistently ranked #1 in India for Social Work and Humanities by major national surveys

Fees : Highly Affordable Elite Education - Rs 1.85 - 2.5 L (Total) for flagship MA programs - One of the lowest fee structures among top-tier management-equivalent institutes in India

ROI : Best-in-Class Return on Investment - Exceptional ROI with average packages exceeding 10x the total course fee - Flagship HRM & LR program offers packages comparable to top-tier IIMs at a fraction of the cost

Flagship Courses : MA in HRM & Labour Relations - Widely considered India's best program for Human Resources, equivalent to an MBA from top-tier B-schools - 100% placement record with a focus on industrial relations and organizational behavior

Specializations : Pioneering Social Work & HR - Oldest social work education program in Asia with 8 specialized centers - Unique focus on Labour Studies and Social Entrepreneurship not found in traditional B-schools

Placements : Corporate Leadership & Social Impact - Strong focus on FMCG, Consulting, and BFSI sectors for HRM graduates - Top recruiters include HUL, P&G, TAS, and Accenture Strategy

Diversity : Inclusive & National Cohort - High gender diversity with specific weightage for female candidates in selection - Pan-India student base selected through a rigorous national-level entrance process

Internships : High-Stakes Summer Internships - Average summer stipend of Rs 2.82 Lakhs for two months (Batch 2023-25) - Internships at global giants like Marico, Mondelez, Citi, and Aditya Birla Group

Partnerships/Exchange Programs : Global Academic Collaborations - Active exchange programs with London School of Economics (LSE) and University of Chicago - Member of the BRICS Network University and Himalayan University Consortium

Almuni : Influential Global Network - Medha Patkar (Social Activist) - Anu Aga (Former Chairperson, Thermax)

Hostel : Residential Campus in Mumbai - Six hostels on the Main Campus and two 7-storied modern buildings on the Naoroji Campus - Triple-sharing rooms provided with essential amenities, a rare feature in land-scarce Mumbai

Infrastructure : Lush 21-Acre Dual Campus - Spans 21 acres across the Main Campus and the Malti and Jal A.D. Naoroji Campus Annexe - Scenic beauty with dense greenery and state-of-the-art digital libraries

Shortlisted by 904+ students

Christ University, Bangalore

4.3
(122 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
AICTE

59,000 - 1,10,000 Performing Arts
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#96 NIRF Ranking

Christ University, Bangalore is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 2008. Christ University, Bangalore offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 649+ students

PESCP bangalore

4.0
(2 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
AICTE

3,60,000 Performing Arts
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PESSAT Exams
...+5 NATA , JEE Main , Karnataka PGCET , GATE , KCET

PESCP bangalore is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 1982. PESCP bangalore offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, BSc, BA, BBA, B.Pharm in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 240+ students

Massco Media

Noida, Uttar Pradesh
Private
Other
...+1 UGC

2,00,000 Performing Arts
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CBSE 12th Exams

Massco Media is a Private Institute located in Noida, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 2007. Massco Media offers Regular courses such as Diploma, PGD, Certificate, MMS in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 8+ students

FMG Group of Institutions

Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh
Private
AICTE

3,41,000 Performing Arts
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UP 12th Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

FMG Group of Institutions is a Private Institute located in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 2010. FMG Group of Institutions offers Regular courses such as MBA, BSc, BBA, BCA, BFA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 19+ students

Sobhasaria Group of Institutions

4.8
(8 Reviews)
Sikar, Rajasthan
Private
AICTE

20,000 Performing Arts
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LSAT Exams
...+6 CBSE 12th , CLAT , RBSE 12th , GMAT , REAP , XAT

Sobhasaria Group of Institutions is a Private Institute located in Sikar, Rajasthan. It was established in the year 1999. Sobhasaria Group of Institutions offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 14720+ students

MGC Fatehgarh Sahib

4.7
(3 Reviews)
Fatehgarh Sahib, Punjab
Private
AICTE
...+1 NAAC

PSEB 12th Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

MGC Fatehgarh Sahib is a Private Institute located in Fatehgarh Sahib, Punjab. It was established in the year 2004. MGC Fatehgarh Sahib offers Regular courses such as MBA, BSc, BA, BBA, BCA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 165+ students

KASC Erode

3.8
(6 Reviews)
Erode, Tamil Nadu
Private
UGC
...+3 AICTE , NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

TANCET Exams

KASC Erode is a Private Institute located in Erode, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 1994. KASC Erode offers Regular, Part Time courses such as MBA, BSc, BA, BBA, BCA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 265+ students

Vivekanandha College of Arts and Sciences for Women

4.2
(6 Reviews)
Namakkal, Tamil Nadu
Private
AICTE

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Tamilnadu 12th

Vivekanandha College of Arts and Sciences for Women is a Private Institute located in Namakkal, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 2006. Vivekanandha College of Arts and Sciences for Women offers Regular, Part Time courses such as MBA, BSc, BA, BBA, BCA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 52+ students

Rachana Sansad Reify Institute of Event Management

4.3
(3 Reviews)
Mumbai, Maharashtra
Private
Other

Rachana Sansad Reify Institute of Event Management is a Private Institute located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 2012. Rachana Sansad Reify Institute of Event Management offers Regular, Part Time courses such as BSc, Diploma, PGD, Certificate, B.Arch in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 154+ students

CINEMA Ghaziabad

Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh
Private
Other

1,00,000 Performing Arts
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CBSE 12th Exams

CINEMA Ghaziabad is a Private Institute located in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh. . CINEMA Ghaziabad offers Regular courses such as BA, Diploma, MA, PGD, Certificate in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 12+ students

Alpine Center The Swiss Business School for Hotel and Tourism Education (AC), Goa

Goa, Goa
Private
Other

Alpine Center The Swiss Business School for Hotel and Tourism Education (AC), Goa is a Private Institute located in Goa. It was established in the year 1987. Alpine Center The Swiss Business School for Hotel and Tourism Education (AC), Goa offers Regular courses such as BA, Diploma, Certificate in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 6+ students

New Delhi YMCA Institute For Media Studies & Information Technology

4.5
(2 Reviews)
New Delhi, Delhi
Private

New Delhi YMCA Institute For Media Studies & Information Technology is a Private Institute located in New Delhi, Delhi. It was established in the year 1984. New Delhi YMCA Institute For Media Studies & Information Technology offers Regular courses such as Diploma, PGD, Certificate in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 145+ students

IMS Noida

4.1
(14 Reviews)
Noida, Uttar Pradesh
Private
UGC
...+3 AIU , NAAC , AICTE

UP 12th Exams
...+3 CBSE 12th , CAT , CMAT

Institute of Management Studies Noida specialties

Region : Delhi NCR Advantage - Proximity to major corporate hubs. - Access to diverse industry opportunities.

Rankings : Strong National Rankings - Ranked #20 India Today 2025 for Mass Communications. - Ranked #29 India Today 2025 for BBA/BMS.

Fees : Mid-Range Investment - PGDM: Rs 8.40 L (Total). - MBA: Rs 4.0 L (Total).

ROI : Good Return on Investment - Average package: Rs 10LPA (PGDM 2025). - Highest package: Rs 34LPA (PGDM

Flagship Courses : Flagship Management Programs - PGDM and MBA are highly popular. - Strong programs in BCA, BBA, Mass Communication.

Specializations : Diverse Program Offerings - PGDM: Marketing, Finance, HR, Business Analytics. - MCA: AI, Data Science, Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing.

Placements : Robust Corporate Placements - 100% placement assistance record. - 700+ recruiters across diverse sectors.

Top Industries : Leading Industry Recruitment - IT (Wipro, Infosys, TCS, Google, Amazon). - Consulting (Deloitte, EY, KPMG).

Diversity : Global Exposure Opportunities - International collaborations for global perspective. - Cross-cultural learning through exchange programs.

Internships : Industry-Relevant Internships - Paid summer internships in diverse sectors. - Projects with companies like Ericsson, Britannia.

Partnerships/Exchange Programs : Extensive Global Collaborations - Partnerships with Management Development Institute of Singapore. - MoU with Indo-Icelandic Business Association (IIBA).

Alumni : Vibrant Alumni Network - 17,000+ strong alumni network worldwide. - Alumni in leading global firms.

Guest Lecturers : Industry Expert Interactions - Regular corporate guest lectures and seminars. - Insights from experts like Palo Alto Networks.

Shortlisted by 5092+ students

CG Mantra - Digital Media Academy

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Noida, Uttar Pradesh
Private
Other

UP 12th Exams
...+2 CBSE 12th , JEECUP

CG Mantra - Digital Media Academy is a Private Institute located in Noida, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 2009. CG Mantra - Digital Media Academy offers Regular courses such as Diploma, Certificate, B.Voc, BJMC, MJMC in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 9+ students

Salesian College

5.0
(2 Reviews)
Darjeeling, West Bengal
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

CBSE 12th Exams
...+6 GMAT , NIMCET , XAT , CAT , CMAT , WBCHSE

Salesian College is a Private Institute located in Darjeeling, West Bengal. It was established in the year 2009. Salesian College offers Regular courses such as MBA, BSc, BA, BBA, BCA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 135+ students

IFTI Meerut

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Meerut, Uttar Pradesh
Private
Other

40,000 Performing Arts
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IFTI Meerut is a Private Institute located in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 2009. IFTI Meerut offers Regular courses such as BSc, Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 26+ students

SACAC Delhi

3.8
(6 Reviews)
Delhi, Delhi
Private
AICTE

35,000 Performing Arts
Get Fee Details
CBSE 12th Exams
...+4 XAT , CAT , CMAT , MAT

SACAC Delhi is a Private Institute located in Delhi. It was established in the year 2002. SACAC Delhi offers Regular courses such as Diploma, PGD, Certificate, BJMC in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 64+ students

Xavier Institute of Communications

4.0
(3 Reviews)
Mumbai, Maharashtra
Private
AICTE

XIC OET Exams

Xavier Institute of Communications is a Private Institute located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1969. Xavier Institute of Communications offers Regular courses such as Diploma, PGD, Certificate in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 272+ students

SMART Pune

Pune, Maharashtra
Private
UGC
...+1 AICTE

SMART Pune is a Private Institute located in Pune, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 2013. SMART Pune offers Regular courses such as Diploma, MSc, MA, Certificate in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 20+ students

MVM Lucknow

Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
Private
AICTE

30,000 Performing Arts
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MAT Exams
...+3 CBSE 12th , UP 12th , XAT

MVM Lucknow is a Private Institute located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 2010. MVM Lucknow offers Regular courses such as MBA, BA, BBA, Diploma, PGD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 33+ students

School of Broadcasting & Communication Mumbai

Mumbai, Maharashtra
Private
AIU
...+2 UGC , AICTE

1,00,000 Performing Arts
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School of Broadcasting & Communication Mumbai is a Private Institute located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 2002. School of Broadcasting & Communication Mumbai offers Regular courses such as BA, Diploma, MA, Certificate, MJMC in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 1493+ students

Wings Creations College of Art media & Design

Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
Other

CBSE 10th Exams

Wings Creations College of Art media & Design is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 2008. Wings Creations College of Art media & Design offers Regular courses such as MBA, BSc, BA, BBA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 38+ students

Picasso Animation College (PAC), New Delhi

New Delhi, Delhi
Private
UGC

CBSE 12th Exams

Picasso Animation College (PAC), New Delhi is a Private Institute located in New Delhi, Delhi. It was established in the year 2005. Picasso Animation College (PAC), New Delhi offers Regular courses such as BSc, Diploma, MSc, Certificate in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 101+ students

Picasso Animation College (PAC), Bangalore

2.5
(2 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
Other

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Karnataka 2nd PUC

Picasso Animation College (PAC), Bangalore is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 2009. Picasso Animation College (PAC), Bangalore offers Regular courses such as MBA, Diploma, Certificate, BSc+MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 38+ students

Top Private Performing Arts Colleges in India 2026

Performing Arts College Highlights in India

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Showing 544 Private Performing Arts Colleges in India

75,000 - 90,000 Performing Arts

CBSE 12th Exams

NIMS University specialties

CBSE 12th Exams

CAT Exams

35,000 - 1,19,000 Performing Arts

CBSE 12th Exams

Tata Institute of Social Sciences specialties

59,000 - 1,10,000 Performing Arts

#96 NIRF Ranking

3,60,000 Performing Arts

PESSAT Exams

2,00,000 Performing Arts

CBSE 12th Exams

3,41,000 Performing Arts

UP 12th Exams

20,000 Performing Arts

LSAT Exams

PSEB 12th Exams

TANCET Exams

CBSE 12th Exams

1,00,000 Performing Arts

CBSE 12th Exams

UP 12th Exams

Institute of Management Studies Noida specialties

UP 12th Exams

CBSE 12th Exams

40,000 Performing Arts

35,000 Performing Arts

CBSE 12th Exams

XIC OET Exams

30,000 Performing Arts

MAT Exams

1,00,000 Performing Arts

CBSE 10th Exams

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