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The Diploma in Film Acting [DFA] at SB Group of Institutions (SB School of Performing Arts), Bangalore, Karnataka, is a one-year full-time programme in film and screen acting. The curriculum covers acting techniques, screen presence, dialogue delivery, character building, improvisation, and foundational film production concepts, preparing students for careers in film, television, theatre, and related entertainment industries. The total fee for the one-year programme is ₹16,500. Admission is based on an audition or performance test conducted at the SBSPA campus in Yelahanka, Bangalore.

Applications for the 2026-27 batch are open at SB School of Performing Arts, Bangalore; DFA admissions are by audition, with classes commencing in August 2026.

Key Points

The 1-year Diploma in Film Acting (DFA) is offered through SB School of Performing Arts (SBSPA), the performing arts sub-campus of SB Group of Institutions in Yelahanka, Bangalore.
The curriculum covers acting techniques, dialogue delivery, character building, improvisation, screen presence, and foundational concepts in film production.
Graduates are prepared for roles as film actors, TV artists, theatre performers, and voice-over professionals, or for advanced study in performing arts.
Total programme fee is ₹16,500 for the one-year diploma; no standard entrance exam is required and admission is by audition.
The SBSPA campus is located in Yelahanka New Town, Bangalore, within the SB Group of Institutions; students gain practical exposure through workshops, screen tests, and live performance sessions.

SB Group of Institutions DFA Fees

DFA Fee Structure

Component	Amount (INR)
Tuition Fee (1 Year)	₹16,500
Total Fees (Hostel charges separate)	₹16,500

The Diploma in Film Acting is a one-year programme with a total tuition fee of ₹16,500.
The DFA is offered through SB School of Performing Arts (SBSPA), the performing arts sub-campus of SB Group of Institutions, Yelahanka, Bangalore.
Candidates are advised to confirm the exact fee schedule for the 2026-27 session with the SBSPA admissions office at sbcollege.edu.in.

SB Group of Institutions DFA Admission 2026

Important Dates

Event	Date
Application Form Release	April 2026
Application Last Date	June 2026
Audition / Selection Test	June-July 2026
Classes Commence	August 2026

Entrance Exam Dates

Exam	Registration End	Exam Date	Result
DFA Audition (SBSPA)	June 2026	June-July 2026	Within one week of audition

Candidates apply through sbcollege.edu.in and are shortlisted for an audition or performance evaluation at the SBSPA campus in Yelahanka, Bangalore.
Selection is based on performance in the audition test, which may include dialogue delivery, improvisation, and screen presence evaluation.
Shortlisted candidates must complete document verification and pay the programme fee before the admission deadline to secure the seat.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have passed 10+2 or an equivalent examination from a recognised board.
No prior acting or performance training is mandatory; candidates with a passion for film acting and screen performance are encouraged to apply.
Selection is based on an audition and performance test conducted at the SB School of Performing Arts campus.

Admission Process

Visit sbcollege.edu.in and fill the online application form for the Diploma in Film Acting programme.
Upload Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets along with a passport-size photograph.
Submit the form and pay the application fee before the deadline.
Appear for the audition or performance test at the SBSPA campus in Yelahanka, Bangalore.
Selected candidates complete document verification and pay the programme fee to confirm enrolment.

SB Group of Institutions DFA Scholarships 2026

DFA Scholarships Available

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
Merit Scholarship	As per college norms	Top academic performers in qualifying examination
Karnataka Rajyotsava Scholarship	As per state norms	Domicile students of Karnataka
SC/ST/OBC Scholarship	As per state norms	SC/ST/OBC category students (Karnataka DSW)
Minority Scholarship	As per state/central norms	Notified minority-community students

Scholarship applications must be submitted at the time of admission; students must provide supporting documents including caste certificate, income certificate, and domicile proof.
Karnataka government scholarships are disbursed directly by the state Directorate of Social Welfare; students must maintain minimum attendance and pass each semester.
Merit scholarships are renewable annually subject to satisfactory academic performance.

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