Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 30, 2026

Kanoria PG Mahila Mahavidyalaya, Jaipur, offers a 2-year full-time MA Drawing and Painting programme under the semester scheme, affiliated to the University of Rajasthan. The course covers a wide spectrum of art forms including traditional academic painting, Indian and Western art history, folk and tribal art, print making, mural art, relief art in varied media (paper mache, wood, fiber, ceramics, metal, glass), modern and abstract art, and community-based art. The annual fee is Rs. 22,000 (total course fee: Rs. 44,000), and the programme offers 12 seats. Admission is merit-based. The course is popular among women students in Rajasthan for its highly accomplished faculty, strong record of University Gold Medalists, active industry collaborations, and the college's legacy of over 60 years in women's education.

Admissions for the 2026-27 session have not yet commenced. Based on the 2025-26 session, PG Semester I and III classes commenced on 4th August 2025, with online applications typically opening from late June/early July. Admissions are expected to follow a similar timeline for the upcoming session. For the current 2025-26 session, admissions are closed and classes are ongoing.

Key Points

Affiliated to the University of Rajasthan, Jaipur - one of the oldest and most reputed universities in Rajasthan.
The department is led by HOD Dr. Sarika Kaul (Gold Medalist in MA Drawing and Painting, NET-Visual Art, Ph.D., Diploma in Fashion Design, 17 years teaching experience), recipient of the prestigious Rajya Varishtha Mahila Kala Ratna Samman (2022).
The department has produced two University of Rajasthan Gold Medalists in MA Drawing and Painting: Khushi Sharma (2023) and Riya Mishra (2019).
Students have undertaken internships at the Archaeological Survey of India, Jaipur Centre (2024-25), providing rare exposure to heritage conservation and documentation.
The department has active MoUs with Pidilite Industries Ltd. (for regular workshops on art techniques) and Contree Foundation (for community outreach and wall art projects).
The department regularly participates in the Rajasthan Lalit Kala Academy's national-level Kala Mela, with students displaying and selling their artwork.
The college is NAAC accredited and has been recognised for its contribution to women's education in Rajasthan.

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Kanoria PGMM MA (Drawing and Painting) Fees

The MA Drawing and Painting programme at Kanoria PG Mahila Mahavidyalaya is priced affordably at Rs. 22,000 per year. The annual fee comprises a tuition fee of Rs. 17,700 and other charges of Rs. 4,300. Over the 2-year course duration, the total fee amounts to Rs. 44,000. Hostel accommodation is optional and available at an additional cost.

Course Fee Structure

Fee Component	Amount (Per Year)	Total (2 Years)
Tuition Fee	Rs. 17,700	Rs. 35,400
Other Charges	Rs. 4,300	Rs. 8,600
Total Fees (Course)	Rs. 22,000	Rs. 44,000

Hostel Fees (Optional - 2025-26)

Room Type	New Student (Annual)	Old Student (Annual)
Non-AC Room	Rs. 89,000	Rs. 87,000
AC Room	Rs. 1,10,600	Rs. 1,08,600

No refunds will be processed once fees are paid.
Terms and conditions apply.
Hostel fees are paid in two instalments: 1st instalment at the time of admission (July-December), and 2nd instalment due by 1st November, with last date 10th December (with late fee of Rs. 15.50/day up to 20th December).
Hostel admission is purely on merit basis and is not guaranteed with college admission.
Hostel registration form fee: Rs. 200 (separate from college admission form fee).
AC rooms are subject to availability.
Admission form fee: Rs. 500 (non-refundable).
Caution money (hostel) is refundable after adjusting electricity and repair charges.

Kanoria PGMM MA (Drawing and Painting) Admission 2026

Admissions to MA Drawing and Painting at Kanoria PG Mahila Mahavidyalaya are merit-based, with no entrance exam required by the college. Candidates are shortlisted based on their BA aggregate marks, and eligible students are notified for fee payment. The process is entirely online through the college's admission portal. For the 2025-26 session, PG classes commenced on 4th August 2025, and admissions are now closed. The 2026-27 session is expected to follow a similar timeline, with applications likely opening in June-July 2026.

College Admission Dates

Event	Date
Online Admission Portal Opens (PG)	Late June 2026
Commencement of PG Semester I and III Classes	4th August 2026
PG Semester I and III Mid-term Exams	27th October - 10th November 2026
PG Semester I and III End of Semester Exams	First Week of January 2027
Commencement of PG Semester II and IV Classes	First Week of February 2027
PG Semester II and IV Mid-term Exams	1st - 15th April 2027
PG Semester II and IV End of Semester Exams	First Week of May 2027

UGC-NET (Visual Arts) Exam Dates

Exam	Registration	Exam Date	Result	Source
UGC-NET (Visual Arts)	Phase 2: Apr 1 - May 1, 2026	Phase 2: June 1, 2026	Phase 2: July 1, 2026	ugcnet.nta.ac.in

Note: All dates marked Tentative are subject to change as per University of Rajasthan guidelines.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have passed BA (Pass Course or Honours) recognised by the University of Rajasthan under the 10+2+3 scheme with Drawing and Painting as one of the subjects, with at least 50% marks in aggregate.
Candidates who have obtained their graduation degree from universities outside Rajasthan must have a minimum of 55% marks in aggregate.
Admission is subject to availability of seats and verification of documents uploaded online.

Admission Process

Register on the college's online admission portal at admission.kanoriacollege.in and create a new account.
Fill in personal details, course details, and upload required documents (passport photograph, signature, caste certificate if applicable, last qualifying mark-sheet, TC if from another institution).
Pay the admission form fee of Rs. 500 online (net banking/debit card/credit card/UPI).
Eligible candidates (based on merit) will receive an SMS/notification for college fee payment.
Pay the college fee online within the stipulated time (payment link active for two days, subject to seat availability).
Take printouts of the admission form and both fee receipts for records.
Students are admitted provisionally, subject to confirmation as per University of Rajasthan rules.
For hostel admission, fill a separate hostel form after college fee payment and pay Rs. 200 hostel registration fee.

Kanoria PGMM MA (Drawing and Painting) Scholarships 2026

Kanoria PG Mahila Mahavidyalaya offers a range of scholarships and financial aid options for MA Drawing and Painting students, both from the college itself and through government schemes. College-level scholarships are merit-based, sports-based, and need-based, covering up to 100% of the total fee in exceptional cases. Government scholarships are available for SC/ST/OBC/EWS and other eligible categories through the National Scholarship Portal and Rajasthan government schemes.

College Scholarships and Financial Aid

Type of Scholarship/Aid	Eligibility	Amount
Merit Scholarship (Class 12th)	90% to 94.9% in Class 12th	20% of total fee
Merit Scholarship (Class 12th)	95% and above in Class 12th	50% of total fee
Merit Scholarship (Part I/II)	Outstanding grade (91-100%) in Part I or II	50% of total fee
Sports Scholarship	State-level tournament winner or college representative at National/University level	50% of total fee
Sports Scholarship	National-level tournament winner or college representative at International level	75% of total fee
Sports Scholarship (Exceptional Performance/Record)	Exceptional performance/record	50% of total fee
Need-Based Financial Aid	60% and above in last qualifying exam; family income not more than Rs. 2,50,000/year; 75% attendance	As per Financial Aid Committee recommendation
Daughters of College Employees	-	50% of total fee
Daughters of Ex-Servicemen	-	100% of total fee
NSS/NCC	As per activity certificates	As per committee

Government Scholarships

Scholarship	Offered By	Eligibility
National Scholarship (NSP)	Directorate of College Education	Merit cum Need basis
SC/ST Scholarship	Dept. of Social Justice and Empowerment	SC/ST students
OBC/MBC Scholarship	Dept. of Social Justice and Empowerment	OBC/MBC students
CM Higher Education Scholarship Scheme	Government of Rajasthan	As per state norms
Kali Bai Bheel Medhavi Chatra Scooty Yojana	Government of Rajasthan	Passed 12th last year (eligible categories)
Economic Help to Tribal Girls for Higher Education	Government of Rajasthan	Tribal girl students
Merit Scholarship for Women	Directorate of College Education	Merit-based
Scholarship for Wards of Freedom Fighters/Ex-Servicemen/Martyred Personnel	Directorate of College Education	As per category

SC/ST/Minority candidates are not eligible for college-level need-based aid; they should apply for government scholarship schemes.
Application forms for college scholarships are available from the Student Aid Fund Committee/Admission Committee.
Duly filled forms must be submitted along with the admission form, college fee receipt, last year's mark-sheet, and other supporting documents.
Renewal of scholarships requires maintaining minimum 75% attendance.
For government scholarships, apply through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) or the Rajasthan government's online portal.

Kanoria PGMM MA (Drawing and Painting) FAQs

Ques. Is there any entrance exam required for admission to MA Drawing and Painting at Kanoria PG Mahila Mahavidyalaya?

Ans. No, admission to MA Drawing and Painting at Kanoria PG Mahila Mahavidyalaya is purely merit-based. There is no entrance exam or portfolio submission required by the college. Candidates are shortlisted based on their BA aggregate marks (minimum 50% with Drawing and Painting as a subject). Eligible candidates are notified for fee payment through the college's online portal.

Ques. How many seats are available in MA Drawing and Painting, and is it difficult to get admission?

Ans. The MA Drawing and Painting programme has 12 seats, making it a small and specialised cohort. Since admission is merit-based (BA aggregate marks), students with a strong academic record in Drawing and Painting at the UG level have a good chance of securing admission. The small batch size ensures personalised attention from faculty.

Ques. What are the career options after MA Drawing and Painting from Kanoria College?

Ans. MA Drawing and Painting graduates can work as freelance professional artists, art teachers, college lecturers (after qualifying UGC-NET), landscape painters, mural designers, illustrators, gallery directors, and art therapists. Many students pursue Ph.D. from the University of Rajasthan. Others set up hobby classes, art galleries, or work in schools, colleges, and design firms. The department's MoU with Pidilite Industries and community outreach projects also open doors to corporate art and CSR-related roles.

Ques. Does the department provide any industry exposure or internship opportunities?

Ans. Yes, the department is very active in providing industry and real-world exposure. In 2024-25, students undertook a 17-day internship at the Archaeological Survey of India, Jaipur Centre. The department has an MoU with Pidilite Industries Ltd. for regular workshops on art techniques (conducted by master trainers). Students also participate in the Rajasthan Lalit Kala Academy's national-level Kala Mela, community wall art projects (Rang de Jaipur with Contree Foundation and Jaipur Nagar Nigam), and international events (Speed Art performance for World Sound and Healing Day in collaboration with Innowage UK).

Ques. Has the department produced any University toppers or gold medalists?

Ans. Yes, the department has produced two University of Rajasthan Gold Medalists in MA Drawing and Painting: Khushi Sharma (MA Drawing and Painting Exam 2023) and Riya Mishra (MA Drawing and Painting Exam 2019). The HOD Dr. Sarika Kaul is herself a Gold Medalist in MA Drawing and Painting from the University of Rajasthan.

Ques. What is the total fee for MA Drawing and Painting, and is hostel accommodation available?

Ans. The total course fee for MA Drawing and Painting is Rs. 44,000 (Rs. 22,000 per year), comprising tuition fee of Rs. 17,700 and other charges of Rs. 4,300 per year. Hostel accommodation is optional and available at Rs. 89,000/year (non-AC room, new student) or Rs. 1,10,600/year (AC room, new student) for 2025-26. Hostel admission is on merit basis and is not guaranteed with college admission.