The Bachelor of Arts [BA] in Dance at Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit [SSUS], Kalady, Ernakulam, Kerala, is a three-year full-time undergraduate programme offered by the Department of Dance. The programme covers classical Indian dance forms (Bharatanatyam and Mohiniyattam), dance technique and repertoire, Abhinaya and navarasas, Natya Shastra and classical dance aesthetics, Sanskrit and Malayalam lyric literature, history of Indian classical dance, and performance practice. SSUS holds a NAAC Grade A+ accreditation with a score of 3.3. The total programme fee is ₹6,175 for three years. Admission is based on Class 10+2 marks and the SSUS aptitude and practical test in classical dance.
Admissions to BA Dance at SSUS Kalady for 2026-27 are through Class 10+2 merit and a practical aptitude test. Applications are submitted online at ugadmission.ssus.ac.in. The application window is expected to open in April to May 2026.
Key Points
- NAAC Grade A+ accredited university; Department of Dance established since 1995.
- Duration: 3 years (6 semesters); full-time classical dance programme.
- Total fee: ₹6,175 for the three-year programme.
- Admission through Class 10+2 merit and SSUS aptitude and practical test in Bharatanatyam or Mohiniyattam.
- Graduates can pursue MA Dance or MA Bharatanatyam at SSUS or other institutions, or professional dance careers.
SSUS Kalady BA Dance Fees
BA Dance Fee Structure
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Total Fees (3-Year Programme) | ₹6,175 |
- Total fee for the three-year BA Dance programme at SSUS Kalady is ₹6,175 as per the 2025-26 fee schedule. Students are advised to verify the current fee structure with SSUS Kalady before confirming admission, as fees may be revised.
- SC/ST students are eligible for tuition fee waiver under Kerala government norms; E-Grantz scholarship covers fees for eligible OBC and minority students.
- Hostel accommodation is available on campus; charges are payable separately to the hostel administration.
SSUS Kalady BA Dance Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Opens (SSUS UG Dance Admission 2026) | April to May 2026 (Tentative) |
| Application Deadline | May to June 2026 (Tentative) |
| Aptitude and Practical Test | June 2026 (Tentative) |
| Rank List Publication | June 2026 (Tentative) |
| Document Verification and Fee Payment | June to July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Programme Commencement | July to August 2026 (Tentative) |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| SSUS Aptitude and Practical Test (Dance) | May to June 2026 (Tentative) | June 2026 (Tentative) | June 2026 (Tentative) |
- Admission to BA Dance at SSUS is based on Class 10+2 marks and the SSUS aptitude and practical test; CUET UG is not used for Dance admissions.
- Candidates with training in Bharatanatyam or Mohiniyattam are preferred; the practical test assesses basic technique, rhythm, and stage presence.
- Applicants must ensure they meet the minimum eligibility and submit all required documents within the stipulated deadline to avoid rejection of application.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed Class 10+2 or equivalent from a recognised board with a minimum of 50 percent marks in aggregate (45 percent for SC/ST/OBC/differently-abled candidates).
- A foundational background in Bharatanatyam or Mohiniyattam is expected; candidates must demonstrate basic proficiency in classical dance forms.
- Admission is based on Class 10+2 marks combined with performance in the SSUS aptitude and practical test in classical Indian dance.
- Applications are submitted through the SSUS UG admission portal at ugadmission.ssus.ac.in.
Admission Process
- Visit the SSUS UG admission portal at ugadmission.ssus.ac.in and complete Part One online registration.
- Pay the application fee; successful payment generates login credentials for Part Two of the application.
- Complete Part Two by uploading Class 10+2 marksheets, category certificates (if applicable), recent photograph, and identity proof.
- Appear for the SSUS aptitude and practical test in classical dance at the Kalady campus on the notified date.
- Check the merit rank list published by SSUS; shortlisted candidates must report for document verification and pay the admission fee to confirm enrolment.
SSUS Kalady BA Dance Scholarships 2026
BA Dance Scholarships Available
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| SSUS Merit Scholarship (BA) | ₹300 per year | Top 25 percent of admitted BA students by merit |
| Sanskrit Encouragement Scholarship (UG) | As per SSUS norms | Students of Sanskrit-medium BA programmes; merit-based |
| E-Grantz Scholarship (Kerala Govt.) | Full fee reimbursement | OBC, OEC, SC, ST and minority students with valid E-Grantz eligibility |
| NSP Central Sector Scholarship | ₹12,000 per year | Top 20 percent in Class 12; family income below ₹8,00,000 |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (Kerala Govt.) | As per government norms | SC, ST, OBC and minority students domiciled in Kerala |
- SSUS awards a merit scholarship of ₹300 per year to the top 25 percent of admitted BA students; students are assessed automatically on the basis of qualifying examination merit.
- E-Grantz scholarship from the Kerala government covers tuition and other fees for eligible OBC, OEC, SC, ST, and minority students; applications are made through the Kerala E-Grantz portal.
- NSP Central Sector Scholarship and Kerala Post-Matric Scholarship are available through scholarships.gov.in and the Kerala government scholarship portal respectively.
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