Bhartnatayam in Dance & Choreography colleges in India

Candidates can see the table showing the latest CUET UG exam pattern 2026 below -

Section	Number of Questions	Duration
Language	50	60 Minutes
Domain Specific	50
General Test	50

Note: The exam pattern is taken from official website of the conducting body and can be changed if instructed by it.

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The structure of the CUET PG question paper is here. Take a look

Part	Sections/Subjects	Number of Questions
A	Language Comprehension/Verbal Ability, General Test (GK, QA, Analytical Skills)	25
B	Domain knowledge	75

Note - The information is taken from the official site of the exam.

Candidates must note that the Language Comprehension/Verbal Ability section is compulsory. The General Test also has to be taken by candidates opting for all test papers except Education (PGQP01).

India has produced some of the most legendary Bharatanatyam gurus, who have preserved, refined and popularized this classical dance form all arround the world. These maestros have not only performed extensively but have also trained generations of dancers. Here are the names of some of the famous Bharatanatyam Gurus in India:

• Rukmini Devi Arundale
• Balasaraswati
• Padma Subrahmanyam
• Yamini Krishnamurthy
• Alarmel Valli
• Chitra Visweswaran
• Vyjayanthimala

Some prestigious Bharatanatyam training Colleges include:

• Annamalai University
• Banaras Hindu University
• Department of Music, CSJM University
• Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)
• Indira Kala Sangit Vishwavidyalaya (IKSVV)
• Dr. D.Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, Pune
• Sathangai Academy

The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda Vadodara (university of baroda) has BTech/B.E.,  MBA, & BSc as popular programmes. The MSU Department of Computer Science & Engineering is affiliated with other national level technical bodies like Institute of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers (IETE), Computer Society of India (CSI), IE, & IGNOU.

The attire and accessories that are needed for Bharatanatyam training are:

• Cotton Salwar Kameez or Dance Saree (comfortable and allows free movement)
• Ghungroos (Ankle Bells) to maintain rhythm and enhance footwork
• Bindi & Flowers (optional for cultural aesthetics)
• Jewelry (for performances) such as headpieces, bangles and temple jewelry

The time that takes to learn Bharatanatyam can vary significantly based on several factors including the dedication of the student, the frequency of practice, the quality of instruction and the depth of mastery desired. However here is an idea of years expected for a person to learn Bharatnatyam dance:

• Beginner Level: 2–3 years
• Intermediate Level: 3–5 years
• Advanced Level & Arangetram: 7–10+ years

IGNOU admission cycle opens twice in a year i.e. January and July. The registrations for January session usually begins in December and close by March. The July session for ODL/ Online programmes begin in May and continue till July. The mode of application is online for all the courses.

The infrastructure of the University of Hyderabad is good. The are a total of 21 hostels. Out of these, 13 are for boys and 8 are for girls. The campus also has 7 canteens to facilitate breakfast, lunch and dinner. Apart from this, the university has different libraries for different departments. Along with this, the university has also built 4 auditoriums with a capacity of 700.

Univerity of Madras is a state public university in Chennai. Madras University has also been recognised by the UGC. It ahs been ranked 38th under "University" category, 68th under "Overall" category & 18th under "State Public Universities" by NIRF 2025. BTech & MBA are the flagship courses of the university. Overall, it is a very good university in terms of rankings, infrastructure, faculty, etc.

REVA University is a private university that is approved by organizations like AICTE and recognised by UGC. Below given are the reasons to choose REVA University:

• Good Ranking: The university has been ranked 151-200 by the NIRF 2025 under the category University,  and has also received good rankings from India Today, The Week etc.. 
• Placement Opportunities: The university has a placement cell and gives placement opportunities in companies like Bosch, Kyndryl, the happiest Minds, DXC Technology, Cognizant,  etc.. 
• Scholarship Options: The university also gives scholarships to the students to help them financially like sports scholarships, NCC Scholarship, etc..

Yes, Bharati Vidyapeeth is a good university. Bhartiya Vidya Peeth is ranked 78th by NIRF 2024 under the University category. Internationally, Bharati Vidyapeeth University is ranked 701-750 by the QS World University Ranking 2023 under the Asian University category. The university is also ranked 189 by the QS World University Ranking 2023 under the Asian University Ranking- Southern Asia category.

The DDE wing of the Annamalai University is located on the main campus of the university. It is a huge 800-acre campus. The campus offers modern yet all-required facilities to the students. The students pursuing programmes in distance mode might not require to visit the campus regularly. They can enjoy the facility of Learning centres and self-study material.

Annamalai University offers more than 500 courses through distance education, Annamalai University admissions are both merit-based and entrance-based. Offering courses at the UG, PG, PhD, and Diploma levels, Annamalai University offers courses at the total tuition fee ranging from INR 2.8 K to INR 29.4 Lakh. Students can check with the admission office if the university allows payment through both online and offline modes. 

SASTRA University provides various programmes and specialisations to students. These courses are available in different streams. For obtaining SASTRA University admission, candidates are selected on the basis of entrance tests. For further details, candidates may visit the official website and learn more regarding the eligibility details for their preferred course choice. Accepted exams include TANCET, GATE, JEE Main, CUET, etc.

The basic eligibility requirement for the programmes like BTech available at Dr. D.Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, Pune is known to be 45-50% in 12th Class. In addition to the decided Class 12th Class scores, Dr. D.Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, Pune students must also have relevant scores in the entrance tests. 

The seats availability for offered courses at Kalai Kaviri College of Fine Arts goes up to 208.

Presidency University Bangalore has been continuously recognised as one of the leading institutes by numerous national ranking agencies. The university is ranked 101-125 in National ranking & 201-300 in Worldwide ranking by THE World University Rankings 2026. The institute is ranked #201-300 in the Engineering category, and #101-125 under Management by the NIRF 2025. Presidency University has also been ranked by various ranking bodies such as India Today, Times Higher Education, The Week, etc. Candidates can check other rankings of Presidency Universityin the following table:

Yes, Karnataka State Dr. Gangubai Hangal Music and Performing Arts University conducts a Common Entrance Test to select candidates for admission to UG and PG programmes. Aspirants who are seeking admission in MPA and D.litt also need to pass the viva test conducted by the university. Besides, Music University also conducts a 120 minutes test of 100 marks to select candidates for PhD course. Aspirants with a valid score in KSET/ JRF/ NET do not require appearing for the entrance test conducted by the university.

The seats availability for offered courses at RLV College of Music and Fine Arts goes up to 154.

Alliance University is considered as a Tier 2 university. It is a 1st private university in South India in Karnataka State by Act No. 34 and is recognised by the UGC. The university offers UG, PG, Diploma and PhD courses through 10+ constitutent colleges across various streams like Engineering, Management, Commerce, Law, Design, and others.

Yes, Alva's College is accepting applications for all the courses. On its official website, Alva's College lists several undergraduate, postgraduate and certificate courses in Science, Arts, Commerce fields. Candidates seeking admission to any of these courses can apply online by visiting the official website

Accenture, capgemini, Asian paints, cognizent, ICICI Bank, TCS, Wipro, Infosys, Deloitte, and Wipro were among the leading recruiters present at the National Sanskrit University placements. On the other hand, according to student reviews on the Shiksha page, 90% of the most recent cohort was placed successfully in reputable firms. 

Natyaveda College of Performing Arts provides programmes including UG Diploma, B.A. in streams such as Arts ( Fine / Visual / Performing ), and are excellent for students to build their careers. The institute has specializations in Tabla, Bhartnatayam, Hindustani Classical Vocals, Kathak.