Does RTMNU use CUET for UG admission?

RTMNU does not use CUET UG for affiliated college UG admissions. BA, B.Com, and B.Sc admissions at affiliated colleges are based on Class XII merit. CUET PG is used for select PG programmes at the RTMNU campus departments, not for UG.

How is MBA admission done at RTMNU?

RTMNU MBA admission is through MAH MBA CET 2026 and DTE Maharashtra CAP rounds. Candidates with valid CAT, MAT, XAT, CMAT, or ATMA scores can also participate in the DTE CAP. Register at dte.mahacet.org for seat allotment. DTE Maharashtra allots seats across participating MBA institutes including RTMNU departments.

What is the eligibility for RTMNU UG programmes?

For BA and B.Com, candidates need Class XII with a minimum of 45% aggregate in any stream. For B.Sc, the minimum is 50% in Class XII with Science (45% for SC and ST). Admission is merit-based at each affiliated college.

What is the application fee for RTMNU admission 2026?

The application fee is INR 300 for General category candidates and INR 200 for SC and ST candidates. This applies to both UG and PG admissions at RTMNU.

What are the MBA fees at RTMNU?

RTMNU MBA fees are INR 2.75 lakhs for the full two-year programme. This makes it one of the most affordable state university MBA programmes in Maharashtra. Fees are subject to revision. Verify the exact amount at nagpuruniversity.ac.in before applying.

How is PG admission done at RTMNU campus departments?

PG admissions at RTMNU campus departments use CUET PG 2026 scores for selected programmes. For other PG programmes, RTMNU conducts its own Post-Graduate Entrance Test (PET). Merit lists are published programme-wise. Candidates report to campus with original documents within the allotment window.

Does RTMNU have a management quota?

No. RTMNU is a state university established under the Maharashtra Universities Act. All UG and PG seats are filled through merit lists. MBA seats are filled through DTE Maharashtra CAP. There is no management quota or direct admission at RTMNU.

What scholarships are available for RTMNU students?

RTMNU students can apply for government freeship schemes for SC, ST, VJNT, OBC, and SBC candidates through the MahaDBT portal at mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in. Students with family income below INR 8 lakhs may apply for the EBC scholarship. Central Post-Matric Scholarships for SC and ST students are available at scholarships.gov.in.

RTMNU B.F.A : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

RTMNU BFA Fees 2026

Component	Amount (INR)
Tuition Fee (4-year total)	INR 32,320
Other Charges (4-year total)	INR 9,987
Hostel (optional, per year)	INR 7,890
Total Fees	INR 42,307

First-year fee payable at admission is INR 10,687.

Hostel is optional and not included in the total academic fees above.

Backward Class students are exempt from tuition fee per RTMNU ordinance.

Fees for 2026-27 are subject to revision per RTMNU notification dated 21 April 2026.

RTMNU BFA Admission 2026

Event	Date
Application Last Date	31 July 2026
Merit List Declaration	August 2026
Document Verification	August 2026
Seat Confirmation and Fee Payment	August 2026
Class Commencement	September 2026

Applications are submitted online at admission.nagpuruniversity.ac.in.

Application fee is INR 800 for General category and INR 300 for Reserved category students.

Candidates choose specialization preference (Painting or Applied Arts) at the time of application.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Passed 12th Standard (HSC) from any faculty or stream of a recognized board

No specific subject requirement at 10+2 level. Students from Science, Commerce, and Arts streams are eligible

No entrance exam required. Selection is merit-based on 10+2 aggregate percentage

Admission Process

Complete the online application form and upload the 12th marksheet, transfer certificate, and ID proof

Pay the application fee online and select specialization preference before July 31, 2026

Merit list is prepared based on aggregate marks in the 12th Standard qualifying examination

Shortlisted candidates report for document verification at the Department of Fine Arts campus

Pay the first-year fee of INR 10,687 and complete enrolment to confirm the allotted seat

✓ Opt for this if

Passion for visual arts, painting, or commercial design as a career
Students from any stream at 10+2 level eligible without PCB or PCM requirement
Planning to pursue MFA Painting or MFA Applied Arts at RTMNU afterward
Affordable 4-year professional art degree from a NAAC Grade A state university

✗ Skip if

Targeting design schools like NID, NIFT, or DSK for UG design programmes
Expecting structured campus placements from advertising agencies or studios
Interested in digital design, animation, or film production programmes
Government G.D. Art diploma already held and bridge course more suited

RTMNU BFA Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
Post-Matric Scholarship (Government of India)	Full tuition plus maintenance allowance	SC/ST/OBC/NT students. Apply via National Scholarship Portal by October 2026
Students’ Aid Fund (RTMNU)	As assessed by department	Economically needy students. Covers tuition and exam-related expenses
Rajiv Gandhi Scholarship (Maharashtra)	INR 5,000 to INR 12,000 per year	First-year merit students. Apply via MahaDBT portal after admission confirmation

Backward Class students at RTMNU are fully exempt from tuition fees by ordinance.

NSP and MahaDBT portals typically open in October each academic year.

RTMNU BFA FAQs

Ques. What are the two specializations available in BFA at RTMNU?

Ans. RTMNU offers BFA in two specializations: BFA Painting and BFA Applied Arts. BFA Painting focuses on creative and traditional painting techniques, while BFA Applied Arts covers illustration, commercial art, typography, and photography-related subjects. Each specialization has 20 seats. Candidates indicate their specialization preference at the time of application, and the seat allotment is done based on merit and availability.

Ques. Is there an entrance exam for BFA admission at RTMNU?

Ans. No entrance exam is required. Admission to BFA at RTMNU is merit-based on the aggregate marks scored in the 12th Standard (HSC) examination from any recognized board. Students from Science, Commerce, and Arts streams are equally eligible. Applications for 2026 are open until 31 July 2026 through the RTMNU online admission portal.

Ques. What is the total fee for the 4-year BFA programme at RTMNU?

Ans. The total academic fee for the 4-year BFA programme is INR 42,307, comprising INR 32,320 in tuition fees and INR 9,987 in other charges. The first-year fee payable at admission is INR 10,687. Hostel accommodation is available separately at INR 7,890 per year. Backward Class students are fully exempt from tuition fees under the RTMNU fee ordinance.

Ques. What subjects are taught in the BFA curriculum at RTMNU?

Ans. BFA Painting covers drawing, colour theory, Indian painting traditions, portrait and figurative painting, printmaking, sculpture, and art history. BFA Applied Arts covers commercial illustration, typography, layout design, advertising design, photography fundamentals, and printmaking. All BFA students complete core subjects in general fine art practice before specializing. Practical studio sessions form the major component of the programme across all eight semesters.

Ques. What career options are available after BFA from RTMNU?

Ans. BFA Painting graduates can work as professional artists, art teachers in schools and colleges, and gallery curators. BFA Applied Arts graduates enter careers in graphic design, advertising, illustration, and publishing. RTMNU alumni from Fine Arts have pursued government art positions, teaching roles, and independent practice. BFA from RTMNU also qualifies graduates to apply for MFA Painting or MFA Applied Arts at the same department.

Ques. Can students with a science or commerce background apply for BFA at RTMNU?

Ans. Yes, students from any stream including Science, Commerce, and Arts are eligible to apply for BFA at RTMNU. The eligibility requires only passing the 12th Standard (HSC) from a recognized board with any faculty. No specific subject requirement such as PCB, PCM, or Arts subjects applies. Admission is merit-based on 10+2 aggregate marks, making the programme accessible to all stream students.

RTMNU B.F.A : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility