Best Applied Arts Colleges in India - Courses, Fees, Admissions 2026

If you don't want to work in traditional applied arts fields then you can explore the following job profiles:

1. Digital Marketing & Social Media Design
2. Art Therapy & Wellness Coaching
3. Educational Content Creation (YouTube, Online Courses)
4. Corporate Branding & Merchandise Design

Yes, Animation can be a great choise after bfa as you can specialize in 2D/3D Animation, VFX, or Game Design and secure job roles such as:

• Motion Graphics Designer
• VFX Artist
• Character Animator
• Storyboard Artist

You can work with companies like Disney, Pixar, and DreamWorks as they hire skilled animation artists.

Some of the popular courses that candidates can pursue at undergraduate and postgraduate levels are:

• Bachelor of Design (B.Des)
• BFA in Visual Communication
• MFA in Visual Communication
• Visual Communication and Brand Identity
• UG Diploma in Visual Communication and Digital Design

As per the MIT-WPU, Pune course admission process, the university conducts MIT-WPU, Pune CET for admission to the UG and PG courses particularly. Apart from this, MIT-WPU, Pune admission is also done based on valid scores of national-level entrance exams such as JEE Main, MHT CET, PERA CET, CAT, MAT, XAT, CMAT, GMAT and NEET-UG, among others for admission to BTech, MBA and BPharm courses. The common selection criteria for MIT-WPU, Pune admission comprise a Personal Interview (PI) round that evaluates the capabilities of the applicants. Candidates must secure a minmum aggregate in Class 12 and graduation for admission to UG and PG level courses. 

Jamia Millia Islamia is one of higher-ranked institutions in North India. It has vast course diversity and international exposure. According to NIRF 2025 Rankings, university has been placed at the 4th position in the "Universities" category. 

Eligibility to pursue BFA: -

• Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree can be pursued by those candidates who have successfully completed their HSC (10+2) examinations in any stream from a recognised board.
• Though there are no entrance test for the Bachelor of Fine Arts course but a few Institutes may conduct these.
• Some BFA Institutes may conduct an Aptitude Test as well and on the basis of the test the final decision for admission is made.

The minimum eligibility for this course is a Bachelor's degree in fine arts or equivalent from a recognised institute. Admission to M.A. Fine Arts is based on a candidate's performance in a relevant entrance exam and subsequent rounds. The average annual fee for the course ranges between INR 4 K to 2 L for 2 years.

Some colleges are which provide this course are:

• College of fine arts
• Alliance University
• Joy University
• Lovely professional University

Savitribai Phule Pune University  (also known as UNIPUNE, Pune University and SPPU), is a collegiate public state university. The University is located at Pune, was established in 1949 through Poona University Act and is one of the premier universities in India. Recognised by UGC, it is popularly known as the 'Oxford of the East'. The University is accredited ‘A’ grade by NAAC. With over 40+ academic departments,  10+ faculties and 50+ research centres, the university also has about 300+ recognised research institutes and over 700 affiliated colleges offering UG, PG, diploma, PG diploma, PhD and certificate courses.

DYPIU provides merit-based scholarship to students pursuing a course from the university. Check below detail of one of the DYPIU Pune scholarships:

MHT-CET (percentile)	% Scholarship as percentage of Tuition Fees*	Category
98 and above (included)	50%	A
Between 95 (included) and 97.99	25%	B
Between 90 (included) and 94.99	15%	C
Between 85 (included) and 89.99	10%	D

*Number of these scholarship awarded is as follows:

1. Number of scholarships in Category A : 3
2. Number of Scholarship in Category B:  5
3. Number of Scholarship in Category C:  4
4. Number of Scholarship in Category D: 4  

Only one college in the Delhi University College of Art is offering a BFA course. You cannot get direct admission as an aptitude Entrance exam is conducted for this course. The criteria to be eligible are the same as those laid down by DU. Like in five subjects, you were supposed to pass a board with 50% or more marks.Without a CUET score, DU SOL (school of open learning) gives admission into UG and PG courses. The process of admission to this academic year is ongoing In order to be admitted to Delhi College of Art students need to pass the 10+2 test. Eligible candidates are required to take an aptitude test after they have passed the examination. The selection of candidates will take place after allocation of the places, document verification and fee payment.

Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapith offers all the necessary campus facilities to its students. Some of the facilities include:

• Well-equipped classrooms
• Library
• Sports and medical facilities
• Labs

Yes, admissions are possible with 50% aggregate in Class 12th. The accepted entrance exams for admission to the available programmes is  HSTES,  JEE Main, and others. 

For admission to the UG courses at RBU, no entrance exams are required since admissions are merit-based. While for admission to the PG courses, the RBU Entrance Test is required. It is a Multiple Choice exam. 

Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University (BAMU Aurangabad) has a very big campus and offers various facilities to postgraduate, undergraduate, and various other course students. There is a health centre construction going on at the Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University. Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University has a library, hostel, cafeteria, sports complex, and also provides various other facilities to students. Students can visit the campus and see what all facilities are being provided by the university.

Yes, Manipal University, Jaipur is a good choice for an average students. The university is accredited by NAAC with an A+ grade.MUJ is recognised by UGC and approved by AICTE. Manipal University average package and median package offered during placements 2024 were INR 9.50 LPA and INR 8 LPA, respectively. 

Swami Vivekanand Subharti University in Meerut is considered decent, accredited private university particularly recognised for its medical, dental & law programs making it worth considering if you are looking for balanced campus life with good infrastructure. However, it may not meet "hype" of top tier national institutes as engineering & other technical branches are considered average. 

NIU University is approved by UGC (University Grants Commission), the Council of Architecture, the Indian Association of Physiotherapists, the Indian Nursing Council, the National Medical Commission, BCI (Bar Council of India), NCTE, IIC, and AIU (Association of Indian Universities). Hence, the Noida International University degree is valid. Noida International University was established in 2010 and is sponsored by the Maruti Educational Trust. The university is considered one of the best universities in India.

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Padmabhushan Vasantdada Patil Pratishthan College of Engineering is a good institution for B.E. / B.Tech, BFA courses, and these programs are delivered by highly experienced faculty. Major specialisation at Padmabhushan Vasantdada Patil Pratishthan College of Engineering are Electronics Engineering, Computer Science Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Information Technology.

Government College of Arts, Chandigarh has been rated 1 on Infrastructure parameter. Institute has a well supported campus with facilities such as Boys Hostel, Girls Hostel, Hostel, Library, Sports Complex.

The overall seats available across all courses offered by Sir J.J.Institute of Applied Art is up to 115. Good thing to know is that Sir J.J.Institute of Applied Art has courses which are approved by prominent Government bodies like AICTE.

The score needed for admission to various courses offered at MIT School of Fine Art & Applied Art are listed below :

For BFA course, the candidate should complete Class 12 with 45% aggregate in any stream (40% for the reservation category). For MFA, the candidate should complete BFA/BVA with a 50% aggregate (46% for the reservation category). MFA in Applied Art at MIT School of Fine Arts & Applied Arts is a 2 years course offered at the PG level.

Royal Global University is one of the India's top ranked institutes. It has got high rankings from a number of ranking bodies. As per India Today 2025, the institute has been ranked 59 under the "University (Private)" category. The institute is well known for its excellent academic offerings and top faculty. 

DY Patil College of Applied Arts and Crafts, Akurdi admission is entrance-based. The college selects candidates for admission based on MAH AAC CET score. Shortlisted aspirants are further called for a personal interview round. Besides, aspirant also need to present their portfolio of Art Works for BFA admission.

Govt. Institute of Fine Art, Indore has been rated 5 on Infrastructure parameter. Institute has a well supported campus with facilities such as Auditorium, Cafeteria, Gym, Hospital / Medical Facilities, Hostel, Labs, Library, Sports Complex, Wi-Fi Campus. Govt. Institute of Fine Art, Indore has also been rated 4 for Campuslife.

Renaissance University Indore has international collaborations and partnerships with more than 20 institutions and organisations. The table below lists the various Renaissance University partners and collaborators:

Renaissance University Collaborations
Australian National Institue of Management and Technology	Pontifical Catholic University of Paraná	South Ural State University,
Afyon Kocatepe University	University of Sannio	-