Course Overview

WHAT IS BFA/BPA?

• BFA (Bachelor of Fine Arts) is an undergraduate degree program focused on visual and creative arts. It is designed for students who have a passion for artistic expression and want to build a career in areas like painting, sculpture, graphic design, photography, animation, and more.Career Options: Fine Artist (Painter, Sculptor), Art Director, Illustrator, Animator, Curator, Art Teacher/Professor, Graphic Designer, Visualizer etc.
• BPA (Bachelor of Performing Arts) is an undergraduate degree focused on the performing arts, which include music, dance, and theatre. It is ideal for students who are passionate about performance and wish to build a professional career in classical or contemporary performing arts.Career Options: Classical Musician, Dancer/Performer, Music/Dance Teacher, Choreographer, Theatre Artist/Director, Playback Singer, Music Composer, Sound Designer etc.

WHO CAN APPLY?

Both BFA (Bachelor of Fine Arts) and BPA (Bachelor of Performing Arts) are open to students who have completed 10+2 (Class 12) from any recognized board in India. However, the specific eligibility criteria and admission process differ slightly for each.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

Eligibility for BFA (Bachelor of Fine Arts)

1. Basic Requirements:

• Qualification: 10+2 passed (in any stream – Arts, Commerce, or Science)
• Minimum Marks: Generally 50% aggregate (some institutes may have no minimum marks)
• Age Limit: Usually 17–25 years (may vary by college)

2. Additional Requirements:

• Aptitude for Art: Creative ability, drawing/sketching skills are often evaluated
• Entrance Exam (if applicable):
  • Many top institutes conduct their own exams (e.g., BHU UET, JJ School Entrance)
  • Some also accept CUET scores
• Portfolio: Some colleges ask for a sample art portfolio or conduct drawing tests

 Eligibility for BPA (Bachelor of Performing Arts)

1. Basic Requirements:

• Qualification: 10+2 passed (in any stream)
• Minimum Marks: Usually 45%–50% aggregate (varies by university)
• Age Limit: Typically 17–25 years

2. Additional Requirements:

• Aptitude in Performing Arts:
  • Prior training in music, dance, or theatre is beneficial (but not always mandatory)
• Entrance Test/Audition:
  • Most universities conduct practical tests or auditions to assess performance ability
  • Some may also include a written theory test (e.g., in classical music/dance knowledge)

Top Institutes for BFA and BPA

FOR MORE DETAILS

For the current details regarding any course, eligibility criteria, fee structure or any other doubt; always check with the official websites of the institutes, academy, university you are selecting for your further study (May vary according to the institutions).