Poornima University B.V.A Applied Arts: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. BVA (Applied Arts) focuses on commercial and functional art - graphic design, typography, branding, advertising, visual communication, packaging design, and digital media. It is industry-oriented and prepares students for careers in advertising agencies, design studios, publishing houses, and digital media companies. BVA (Painting), on the other hand, focuses on fine arts - classical and contemporary painting techniques, art history, and studio practice. If you want a career in the design and advertising industry, BVA (Applied Arts) is the better choice. If you are passionate about fine arts and want to pursue a career as a professional painter or art educator, BVA (Painting) is more suitable.

Ans. No, there is no entrance exam or portfolio submission required for admission to BVA (Applied Arts) at Poornima University. Admission is based on 12th board marks, and the process is straightforward - apply online, pay the application fee of INR 1,500, and attend the scholarship counselling round. Students with a background in art, design, or drawing from school will find the programme more accessible, but it is not a prerequisite. The university does not conduct any aptitude test or drawing test as part of the admission process.

Ans. The BVA (Applied Arts) curriculum covers graphic design, typography, branding and identity design, advertising art direction, layout and publication design, packaging design, illustration, visual communication, digital media design, UI/UX fundamentals, and multimedia production. Students also engage in studio projects, industry internships, and design exhibitions. The programme is designed to develop both creative and technical skills, ensuring graduates are ready for professional roles in the design and advertising industry upon completion.

Ans. Graduates of BVA (Applied Arts) can pursue careers as Graphic Designers, Art Directors, Advertising Managers, Packaging Designers, Illustrators, Publication Designers, UI/UX Designers, Multimedia and Animation Experts, Exhibition Designers, Film and TV Production Designers, and Digital Marketing Managers. They can work in advertising agencies, design studios, publishing houses, e-commerce companies, film production houses, and digital media firms. Many graduates also pursue postgraduate programmes such as M.Des (Master of Design) or MBA in Marketing to advance their careers.

Ans. The Shanti Education Society (SES) Scholarship is the primary merit-based scholarship for BVA (Applied Arts) students. The maximum scholarship is 40% of Tuition Fee (INR 33,750 per year) for students with 85% or above in 12th, applied in Round 1 of counselling. This translates to a saving of INR 13,500 per year on tuition. Girl candidates enrolling in 2026-27 get an extra 5% scholarship in the first year. Students from adopted Gram Panchayats (Beelwa, Ashawala, Vidhani, Bari ka Bas, Shree Ram Ki Nangal, Chandlai) with minimum 60% in 12th can avail 100% waiver on both Tuition and Development Fee.

Ans. Yes, BVA (Applied Arts) graduates are eligible to apply for postgraduate design programmes such as M.Des (Master of Design) in various specialisations including Product Design, Communication Design, and Interaction Design. Poornima University itself offers M.Des (Product Design) as a postgraduate programme. For admission to M.Des programmes at other institutions, candidates typically need to appear for CEED (Common Entrance Exam for Design) conducted by IITs, or NID DAT (National Institute of Design Design Aptitude Test). A BVA degree with a strong portfolio is a solid foundation for pursuing advanced design education.