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NMIMS (Deemed-to-be University) offers a four-year BA (Music - Indian Music) program through its School of Performing Arts (SoPA) at the Mumbai Campus. The program offers specialization in Vocal or Sitar and is designed to produce well-rounded Indian classical musicians through a curriculum that blends the ancient Gurukul system of music with modern technological needs. With a seat intake of 20 students, the program covers Raga, Sur, Taal, musicology, and special techniques, preparing students for careers as performing artists, music educators, and studio musicians. The annual fee for Batch 2025 was Rs. 2,00,000 with an institutional scholarship of Rs. 75,000 (net fee: Rs. 1,25,000/year); fees for Batch 2026 will be declared at the time of admission. Admission is exclusively through an audition process (no NPAT required), and the program is popular among students passionate about Indian classical music who seek a formal degree with the NMIMS brand.

Admissions for the 2026-27 batch are conducted in multiple phases. Phase 1 registrations (February 9 - February 28, 2026) have closed; Phase 2 and Phase 3 dates are available on the official website. The program commences on August 18, 2026, with the last date of admission being September 3, 2026.

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Specialization choices: Vocal or Sitar.
Curriculum blends the ancient Gurukul system of music with modern technological needs - Taleem and Riyaz inputs from the Gurukul tradition.
Admission is entirely through an audition process - no NPAT or any written entrance exam required.
Faculty comprises highly qualified and internationally acclaimed musicians and music educators.
Regular music Baithaks and workshops for honing student skills and expanding musical outlook.
Institutional scholarship of Rs. 75,000 per year available (Batch 2025 reference), making the net fee Rs. 1,25,000/year.
Minimum batch size of 10 students required for the program to commence.
Age limit for applicants is 35 years (higher than most NMIMS programs which cap at 25 years).

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05 May, 2026 NMIMS Mumbai BA Indian Music Fee Structure 2026 has been released. The total academic fee is ₹ 8 Lakhs.

NMIMS BA Indian Music Fees

The BA (Music - Indian Music) program at NMIMS SoPA Mumbai has an annual fee of Rs. 2,00,000 (Batch 2025 reference; Batch 2026 fees to be declared at the time of admission). An institutional scholarship of Rs. 75,000 per year is available, making the net annual fee Rs. 1,25,000. For the full 4-year program, the gross total tuition fee is Rs. 8,00,000, and the net fee after scholarship is Rs. 5,00,000. Hostel accommodation is available at the Mumbai Campus on a first-come, first-served basis.

Tuition Fee Structure

Fee Component	Amount (INR)
Tuition Fee (per year, gross)	Rs. 2,00,000 (Batch 2025 reference; 2026 to be declared)
Institutional Scholarship (per year)	Rs. 75,000
Net Tuition Fee (per year, after scholarship)	Rs. 1,25,000
Registration Fee (Non-refundable)	Rs. 2,000
Total Gross Tuition Fee (4 Years)	Rs. 8,00,000
Total Fees (Net, after scholarship, 4 Years)	Rs. 5,00,000

Hostel Fees

Hostel Type	Annual Fee (INR)	Refundable Security Deposit	Total
Mumbai Campus (Non-AC)	Rs. 3,35,000	Rs. 10,000	Rs. 3,45,000
Mumbai Campus (AC)	Rs. 3,50,000	Rs. 10,000	Rs. 3,60,000

Fees for Batch 2026 will be officially declared at the time of admission. The above tuition fee is based on Batch 2025 data for reference only.
The institutional scholarship of Rs. 75,000/year is subject to conditions; details will be shared at the time of admission.
Registration fee of Rs. 2,000 is non-refundable and non-transferable.
Hostel accommodation at Mumbai Campus is optional and allotted on a first-come, first-served basis.
Refund of tuition fees follows UGC refund norms.
Education loan assistance is available through NMIMS (visit nmims.edu/education-loan).

NMIMS BA Indian Music Admission 2026

Admissions to BA (Music - Indian Music) at NMIMS SoPA are conducted exclusively through an audition process in multiple phases. Candidates must register online, upload a YouTube performance video (Raga of their choice), and appear for a virtual audition. The 2026-27 admission process is ongoing. The program commences on August 18, 2026.

Admission Dates - Phase 1

Sr. No.	Activity	Phase 1 Dates
1	Online Registration Opens	February 9, 2026
2	Last Date of Online Registration	February 28, 2026
3	Call Letter / Admit Card Available	March 4, 2026
4	Auditions (Virtual Mode)	March 11, 2026
5	Merit List Declaration	March 18, 2026
6	Document Upload and Fee Payment	March 19-25, 2026
7	Commencement of Program	August 18, 2026
8	Closure of Admission	September 3, 2026

Note: Phase 2 and Phase 3 dates are available on the official website (www.nmims.edu). Candidates must check the website regularly for updates.

Audition Structure

Test Area	Details	Marks	Weightage
Performance	Candidate performs a Raga of their choice; assessed on accuracy, technique, and knowledge of Raga, Sur, and Taal	50	75%
Aural	General musicology and technical knowledge of specialized practical subject (Vocal / Sitar)	25	75% (combined)
Personal Interview	Non-technical round to assess candidate's aptitude	25	25%

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidate must have passed 10+2 or equivalent examination from any stream from a recognized board with a minimum 50% aggregate marks.
Candidates with less than 50% but with good musical potential and skills may be considered as a special case and allowed for the audition round.
Candidates above 35 years of age are not eligible to apply.
Mathematics/Statistics is not mandatory for this program.

Admission Process

Register online at www.nmims.edu and pay the non-refundable registration fee of Rs. 2,000.
Choose either Vocal or Sitar as the specialization in the online registration form.
Upload a YouTube performance video (2-5 minutes, unlisted, recorded live without edits) - perform a Raga of your choice.
Shortlisted candidates receive a call letter for the virtual audition.
Audition is conducted in virtual mode; merit list is based entirely on audition performance.
Selected candidates must upload documents and pay admission fees within the stipulated timeline.
Internal/stream transfers are not entertained under any circumstances.

NMIMS BA Indian Music Scholarships 2026

NMIMS SoPA offers an institutional scholarship of Rs. 75,000 per year for the BA (Music - Indian Music) program (Batch 2025 reference). Additionally, students can avail of government scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal. NMIMS also provides education loan facilitation for students who need financial assistance.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship / Financial Aid	Offered By	Eligibility	Amount / Benefit
NMIMS Institutional Scholarship	NMIMS SoPA	All admitted students (Batch 2025 reference)	Rs. 75,000/year
Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships (CSSS)	Ministry of Education, Govt. of India	Top 20 percentile in 10+2 board exams; family income below Rs. 8 lakh per annum	Rs. 10,000/year (UG)
Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST Students	State Government / Govt. of India	SC/ST category students	Varies by state
National Scholarship Portal Schemes	Govt. of India	Various categories (merit, need, minority, etc.)	Varies by scheme
NMIMS Education Loan Facilitation	NMIMS (via partner banks)	All admitted students	Loan assistance for tuition and hostel fees

The NMIMS institutional scholarship of Rs. 75,000/year is based on Batch 2025 data; scholarship details for Batch 2026 will be declared at the time of admission.
Application deadlines for government scholarships vary; students should check the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) for current deadlines.

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NMIMS BA Indian Music FAQs

Ques. Is NPAT required for admission to BA (Indian Music) at NMIMS SoPA?

Ans. No. Admission to BA (Music - Indian Music) at SoPA is entirely through an audition process. Candidates must register online, upload a YouTube performance video of a Raga of their choice, and appear for a virtual audition. NPAT scores are not considered.

Ques. What is the difference between the Vocal and Sitar specializations at NMIMS SoPA?

Ans. Both Vocal and Sitar are specializations in Indian classical music. Vocal students focus on Hindustani classical vocal performance, while Sitar students focus on Sitar performance. The choice must be made at the time of registration and cannot be changed later (internal/stream transfers are not entertained).

Ques. Is there a scholarship available for BA (Indian Music) at NMIMS SoPA?

Ans. Yes. For Batch 2025, an institutional scholarship of Rs. 75,000 per year was available, reducing the net annual fee from Rs. 2,00,000 to Rs. 1,25,000. Scholarship details for Batch 2026 will be declared at the time of admission.

Ques. What are the career prospects after BA (Indian Music) from NMIMS SoPA?

Ans. Graduates can pursue careers as professional performing artists (concerts, stage performances), music educators, studio musicians, music directors for films and TV, and music researchers. Higher studies options include MA in Music, M.Phil., or PhD in Music. The NMIMS brand and formal degree add credibility to a career in Indian classical music.

Ques. What is the format of the audition for BA Indian Music at NMIMS SoPA?

Ans. The audition is conducted in virtual mode and consists of: Performance (50 marks - 75% weightage, performing a Raga of choice assessed on accuracy, technique, and knowledge of Raga, Sur, and Taal), Aural test (25 marks - general musicology and technical knowledge), and Personal Interview (25 marks - 25% weightage, non-technical aptitude assessment). The merit list is based entirely on audition performance.

Ques. How does the BA Indian Music program at NMIMS SoPA differ from traditional music colleges?

Ans. NMIMS SoPA uniquely blends the ancient Gurukul system of music (Taleem and Riyaz) with modern technological needs. Unlike traditional music colleges, SoPA provides a formal university degree (BA) with the NMIMS brand, modern infrastructure, regular music Baithaks and workshops, and exposure to internationally acclaimed faculty. The program also includes music production and technology-aided teaching, preparing students for both traditional and modern music careers.

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The college definitely changed my life in a lot of ways. At I'm paying 200000 for my course Indian Music and (it's the same for my batch mates ) I feel like it gives it a lot of justice and more, genuinely. Our beautiful college provides us with full scholarships. Besides that the faculty is amazing. It taught me so much in this little time that I believe I'll turn out to be the best of all times in 3 years because of this institute. I can say that with confidence. This institution really helped me change my mindset for the best.

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Yearly fees is ?200000 and ?100000 scholarship Development fees ?15000 and other fees ?79000 Fees for western music students is around ?400000 Per year. Fees for the course don't increase. Yearly fees is fixed.

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Rs Two lakhs per annum. Rs One lakhs is tuition fees. Registration fees was around Rs one thousand. Other the other charges are included in the other Rs one lakhs. All the students in my course/ batch are paying the same fees. Every student get Rs one lakhs worth of scholarship from our college only.

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Fees for batchelor of Indian music 250000 affordable fees and also we have scholarship rs 100000 there is no lab fees no other compulsory charges they applied and no development fees but have some ragistration fees

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