MPA in Music (Melody Instrumental Classical - Swar Vadya) 

at Maya Somaiya School of Music and Performing Arts, Mumbai

Students who are offered admission to the Maya Somaiya School of Music and Performing Arts MPA course must present various documents for verification purposes. Such candidates are required to bring along the following documents:

• Class 10 marksheet
• Class 12 marksheet
• Migration certificate
• School leaving certificate/transfer certificate
• Category certificate (if applicable)
• UG degree
• UG marksheets
• Income certificate (applicable for candidates seeking admission via EWS category)
• Aadhaar Card, Two passport size Photographs of the candidate
• Music exam board certificates (for MPA in Vocal/Swar Vadya/Taal Vadya)
• Dance exam board certificates (for MPA in Kathak Bharatnatyam)

The fee structure for Maya Somaiya School of Music and Performing Arts MPA courses is a combination of various components, such as tuition fees, examination fees, training fees, etc. As per the structure, the total tuition fee is INR 80,000. To know the other fees, candidates are advised to visit the official website of the institute.

Note: The above-mentioned fee is as per the official sources. However, it is indicative and subject to change.

Yes, Maya Somaiya School of Music and Performing Arts offers an MPA programme for students to pursue. This full-time course runs for a duration of two years. Moreover, in order to secure admission, students must fulfil the eligibility criteria and submit an application form. Other than this, they are also required to participate in auditions for further evaluation. 

Maya Somaiya School of Music and Performing Arts offers a two-year MPA programme spread across four semesters. The college offers MPA in below specialisations:

• Vocal
• Swar Vadya
• Taal Vadya

Candidates seeking admission to Maya Somaiya School of Music and Performing Arts MPA courses must fulfil the eligibility criteria set by the institute. Check below to know the course-specific eligibility requirements:

Vocal, Swar Vadya, Taal Vadya:

• Completed a three-year BPA (Music) or equivalent examination with 45% or more, or
• Passed an undergraduate degree and must have passed Music for not less than five years in a recognised institution, or
• An undergraduate degree in any subject recognised by the UGC and having learnt Music for not less than five years from a well-known teacher/guru

Bharata Natyam & Kathak:

• Completed a BPA degree or equivalent in the chosen stream
• Candidates with a basic degree from another stream, not dance, need to have learnt the Classical Dance form for at least six to seven years from a Guru or recognised institution with proven credentials

Maya Somaiya School of Music and Performing Arts offers placement assistance and train ing through various events, activities, workshops etc. The Institute offers various technologically advanced amenities and resources to enhance and prepare industry-centric curriculum. Moreover, candidates can opt for any job role in Mangement. Various collaborations and partnerships with corporate giants also benefit in providing placement based guidance.

Maya Somaiya School of Music and Performing Arts provides 100% scholarships based on merit. The scholarships are offered to the financial aid candidates under the category of EWS, wherein, candidates belonging to families with an annual income less than INR 8 Lakh were eligible for scholarships. Similarly, the Institute offers Women's scholarships to female students on the basis of merit cum need, with a family income less than INR 5 Lakh. Lastly, Maya Somaiya School of Music and Performing Arts offers Sports scholarships for national or international players (Applicant should have represented at least State or Any University in Sub-Junior/Junior/Senior National Championships, All India).

Yes, hostel facilities are offered to students officially pursuing a course from Maya Somaiya School of Music and Performing Arts. Students are provided hostels at the main campus of Somaiya Vidyavihar University. As per the official website, SVU has two co-ed hostels and one hostel each for only boys' and only girls' students. Each hostel has a different capacity. As per the student reviews present on Shiksha, the hostels are equipped with various necessary amenities, such as a recreational area, a mess, spacious rooms, and more. 

Maya Somaiya School of Music and Performing Arts offers courses such as MPA and BPA. The Institute offers UGC-approved courses with specialisations in fields such as Vocal, Swar, Vadya, Taal Vadya, Kathak and Bharatanatyam. Eligibility to seek admission to BPA or Bachelor of Performing Arts includes Class 12 qualification or equivalent examination with a minimum aggregate of 40% with music as a mandatory subject. Whereas, admission to MPA or Master of Performing Arts requires candidates to secure a 3 year BPA degree or equivalent with a minimum aggregate of 45% in any subject and must have a minimum of 5 years of certified Music education.

Maya Somaiya School of Music and Performing Arts offers BPA with a total fee structure of INR 10.25 Lakh. While, for MPA, the fee structure involves 5.32 Lakh.

Yes, in case a student wishes to withdraw admission from Maya Somaiya School of Music and Performing Arts, he/she is entitled to a fee refund. The institute is affiliated with Somaiya Vidyavihar University and thus follows the refund policy set by it. Check out the below table to know the amount of refund: