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Classical Vocal Vocal Music

Classical Vocal

The cornerstone of our music syllabus. Candidates build swar-gyan from the first sargam through alankar, khayal, dhrupad and thumri, with a written theory paper covering notation, raga lakshan, taal systems and the history of Indian music alongside a live practical before empanelled examiners.

Levels: Praveshika → Arambhik - (Arambhik Part-1) (Arambhik Final) → Alankar- (Alankar Part-1) (Alnakar Final) → Diwakar- (Diwakar Part-1) (Diwakar FInal) → → Kala Visharad- (Kala Visharad Part-1)(Kala Visharad Final) → Swarna Shri Ratan (Shri rattan)(Swarna Shri Rattan)
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Rabindra Sangeet Vocal Music

Rabindra Sangeet

A complete graded curriculum in Tagore's song tradition. Candidates study all six parjaay (Puja, Prem, Prakriti, Swadesh, Anushthanik, Bichitro), read from Swarabitan notation, and are examined on diction, bhaav and faithfulness to the prescribed form.

Levels: Praveshika → Arambhik - (Arambhik Part-1) (Arambhik Final) → Alankar- (Alankar Part-1) (Alnakar Final) → Diwakar- (Diwakar Part-1) (Diwakar FInal) → → Kala Visharad- (Kala Visharad Part-1)(Kala Visharad Final) → Swarna Shri Ratan (Shri rattan)(Swarna Shri Rattan)
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Kathak Dance

Kathak

From the first tatkar to a full-length solo, the Kathak syllabus builds footwork, chakkar, layakari and abhinaya in equal measure. Candidates present amad, thaat, tukra, paran and gat-bhaav, with theory on gharana, taal and the Natyashastra.

Levels: Praveshika → Arambhik - (Arambhik Part-1) (Arambhik Final) → Alankar- (Alankar Part-1) (Alnakar Final) → Diwakar- (Diwakar Part-1) (Diwakar FInal) → → Kala Visharad- (Kala Visharad Part-1)(Kala Visharad Final) → Swarna Shri Ratan (Shri rattan)(Swarna Shri Rattan)
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Bharat Natyam Dance

Bharat Natyam

The complete margam is built level by level — from the thirteen adavu families through alarippu, jatiswaram, shabdam and varnam to tillana. Theory covers hasta mudra, rasa-bhaava, the Natyashastra and the temple origins of the form.

Levels: Praveshika → Arambhik - (Arambhik Part-1) (Arambhik Final) → Alankar- (Alankar Part-1) (Alnakar Final) → Diwakar- (Diwakar Part-1) (Diwakar FInal) → → Kala Visharad- (Kala Visharad Part-1)(Kala Visharad Final) → Swarna Shri Ratan (Shri rattan)(Swarna Shri Rattan)
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Painting Fine Arts

Painting

Our flagship fine-arts discipline. Candidates progress from object drawing and colour theory to memory drawing, portrait, landscape and original composition. Traditional Indian schools — Madhubani, Warli, Pattachitra and Rajasthani miniature — form a dedicated module.

Levels: Praveshika → Arambhik - (Arambhik Part-1) (Arambhik Final) → Alankar- (Alankar Part-1) (Alnakar Final) → Diwakar- (Diwakar Part-1) (Diwakar FInal) → → Kala Visharad- (Kala Visharad Part-1)(Kala Visharad Final) → Swarna Shri Ratan (Shri rattan)(Swarna Shri Rattan)
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Yoga Wellness

Yoga

Designed for both learners and aspiring instructors. Covers the classical asanas, the eight limbs of Ashtanga yoga, pranayama and kriya, basic anatomy, therapeutic yoga and teaching methodology, with a live demonstration round in the practical.

Levels: Praveshika → Arambhik - (Arambhik Part-1) (Arambhik Final) → Alankar- (Alankar Part-1) (Alnakar Final) → Diwakar- (Diwakar Part-1) (Diwakar FInal) → → Kala Visharad- (Kala Visharad Part-1)(Kala Visharad Final) → Swarna Shri Ratan (Shri rattan)(Swarna Shri Rattan)
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Beautician Vocational

Beautician

A job-oriented vocational certification. Modules include basic and advanced skin care, threading, facial, hair cutting and styling, bridal make-up, nail art, and the business side of running a salon — with practical work on live models.

Levels: Praveshika → Arambhik - (Arambhik Part-1) (Arambhik Final) → Alankar- (Alankar Part-1) (Alnakar Final) → Diwakar- (Diwakar Part-1) (Diwakar FInal) → → Kala Visharad- (Kala Visharad Part-1)(Kala Visharad Final) → Swarna Shri Ratan (Shri rattan)(Swarna Shri Rattan)
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Raag Sangeet Vocal Music

Raag Sangeet

A specialist stream for candidates who want depth in raga. Each level prescribes a set of ragas to be presented in full — alap, bandish, badhat and taan — with theory on that (mode), jati, samay-chakra and comparative raga analysis.

Levels: Praveshika → Arambhik - (Arambhik Part-1) (Arambhik Final) → Alankar- (Alankar Part-1) (Alnakar Final) → Diwakar- (Diwakar Part-1) (Diwakar FInal) → → Kala Visharad- (Kala Visharad Part-1)(Kala Visharad Final) → Swarna Shri Ratan (Shri rattan)(Swarna Shri Rattan)
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Nazrul Geeti Vocal Music

Nazrul Geeti

Covers the extraordinary range of Nazrul's output, from raga-pradhan compositions to ghazal, kirtan-ango, islami gaan and shyama sangeet. Theory includes the poet's life, his contribution to Bengali music and the notation of prescribed songs.

Levels: Praveshika → Arambhik - (Arambhik Part-1) (Arambhik Final) → Alankar- (Alankar Part-1) (Alnakar Final) → Diwakar- (Diwakar Part-1) (Diwakar FInal) → → Kala Visharad- (Kala Visharad Part-1)(Kala Visharad Final) → Swarna Shri Ratan (Shri rattan)(Swarna Shri Rattan)
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Adhunik Bangla Gaan Vocal Music

Adhunik Bangla Gaan

A performance-led syllabus in modern Bengali song. Candidates work on breath control, microphone technique, melody with light accompaniment and expressive delivery, and study the evolution of adhunik gaan through its major composers and singers.

Levels: Praveshika → Arambhik - (Arambhik Part-1) (Arambhik Final) → Alankar- (Alankar Part-1) (Alnakar Final) → Diwakar- (Diwakar Part-1) (Diwakar FInal) → → Kala Visharad- (Kala Visharad Part-1)(Kala Visharad Final) → Swarna Shri Ratan (Shri rattan)(Swarna Shri Rattan)
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Bhav Sangeet Vocal Music

Bhav Sangeet

Focuses on emotional communication rather than technical display. Candidates present bhajan, shyama sangeet and other devotional forms with harmonium or tanpura accompaniment, and are assessed on bhaav, clarity of text and sur-lagaav.

Levels: Praveshika → Arambhik - (Arambhik Part-1) (Arambhik Final) → Alankar- (Alankar Part-1) (Alnakar Final) → Diwakar- (Diwakar Part-1) (Diwakar FInal) → → Kala Visharad- (Kala Visharad Part-1)(Kala Visharad Final) → Swarna Shri Ratan (Shri rattan)(Swarna Shri Rattan)
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Kirtan (Bengali) Vocal Music

Kirtan (Bengali)

Preserves a living devotional tradition. The syllabus covers padavali kirtan, its rasa structure, akhar improvisation and the taal cycles played on khol, with candidates presenting a full kirtan segment in the practical examination.

Levels: Praveshika → Arambhik - (Arambhik Part-1) (Arambhik Final) → Alankar- (Alankar Part-1) (Alnakar Final) → Diwakar- (Diwakar Part-1) (Diwakar FInal) → → Kala Visharad- (Kala Visharad Part-1)(Kala Visharad Final) → Swarna Shri Ratan (Shri rattan)(Swarna Shri Rattan)
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Folk Song Vocal Music

Folk Song

A celebration of India's regional voice. Candidates learn a prescribed set of folk forms in their original dialect, study the social and seasonal context of each, and perform with traditional accompaniment such as dotara, khamak or dhol.

Levels: Praveshika → Arambhik - (Arambhik Part-1) (Arambhik Final) → Alankar- (Alankar Part-1) (Alnakar Final) → Diwakar- (Diwakar Part-1) (Diwakar FInal) → → Kala Visharad- (Kala Visharad Part-1)(Kala Visharad Final) → Swarna Shri Ratan (Shri rattan)(Swarna Shri Rattan)
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Odissi Vocal Vocal Music

Odissi Vocal

One of India's classical vocal traditions, distinct in its raga-taal system and repertoire. The syllabus covers chhanda, champu, chautisa, janana and the ashtapadis of Jayadeva's Gitagovinda, with theory on Odissi raga classification and its temple heritage.

Levels: Praveshika → Arambhik - (Arambhik Part-1) (Arambhik Final) → Alankar- (Alankar Part-1) (Alnakar Final) → Diwakar- (Diwakar Part-1) (Diwakar FInal) → → Kala Visharad- (Kala Visharad Part-1)(Kala Visharad Final) → Swarna Shri Ratan (Shri rattan)(Swarna Shri Rattan)
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Tabla Instrumental Music

Tabla

Our most popular instrumental stream. Candidates master hand technique and bol clarity, build a repertoire of kayda, peshkar, rela, tukra, chakradar and paran, and learn to accompany vocal and dance. Theory covers taal notation, gharana history and laykari.

Levels: Praveshika → Arambhik - (Arambhik Part-1) (Arambhik Final) → Alankar- (Alankar Part-1) (Alnakar Final) → Diwakar- (Diwakar Part-1) (Diwakar FInal) → → Kala Visharad- (Kala Visharad Part-1)(Kala Visharad Final) → Swarna Shri Ratan (Shri rattan)(Swarna Shri Rattan)
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Keyboard Instrumental Music

Keyboard

A structured keyboard programme bridging Indian and Western approaches. Candidates learn finger technique, major and minor scales, chord voicing, staff and Indian notation, auto-accompaniment styles, and present set pieces plus a sight-reading round.

Levels: Praveshika → Arambhik - (Arambhik Part-1) (Arambhik Final) → Alankar- (Alankar Part-1) (Alnakar Final) → Diwakar- (Diwakar Part-1) (Diwakar FInal) → → Kala Visharad- (Kala Visharad Part-1)(Kala Visharad Final) → Swarna Shri Ratan (Shri rattan)(Swarna Shri Rattan)
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Spanish Guitar Instrumental Music

Spanish Guitar

Covers right-hand fingerstyle technique, barre and open chords, arpeggio patterns, major and minor scales and a graded solo repertoire. Higher levels add sight-reading, transposition and accompaniment for voice.

Levels: Praveshika → Arambhik - (Arambhik Part-1) (Arambhik Final) → Alankar- (Alankar Part-1) (Alnakar Final) → Diwakar- (Diwakar Part-1) (Diwakar FInal) → → Kala Visharad- (Kala Visharad Part-1)(Kala Visharad Final) → Swarna Shri Ratan (Shri rattan)(Swarna Shri Rattan)
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Hawaiian Guitar Instrumental Music

Hawaiian Guitar

The lap-slide guitar as adapted to Indian music. Candidates develop bar control and intonation, produce meend and gamak, and present ragas as well as popular melodies. Theory covers tuning systems, string gauges and the instrument's history in India.

Levels: Praveshika → Arambhik - (Arambhik Part-1) (Arambhik Final) → Alankar- (Alankar Part-1) (Alnakar Final) → Diwakar- (Diwakar Part-1) (Diwakar FInal) → → Kala Visharad- (Kala Visharad Part-1)(Kala Visharad Final) → Swarna Shri Ratan (Shri rattan)(Swarna Shri Rattan)
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Manipuri Dance Dance

Manipuri Dance

A lyrical classical form rooted in Vaishnav devotion. The syllabus covers chali, bhangi pareng, the Ras Leela repertoire and Nata Sankirtana, with theory on Manipuri costume, the pung and the region's cultural traditions.

Levels: Praveshika → Arambhik - (Arambhik Part-1) (Arambhik Final) → Alankar- (Alankar Part-1) (Alnakar Final) → Diwakar- (Diwakar Part-1) (Diwakar FInal) → → Kala Visharad- (Kala Visharad Part-1)(Kala Visharad Final) → Swarna Shri Ratan (Shri rattan)(Swarna Shri Rattan)
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Folk Dance Dance

Folk Dance

Candidates learn a prescribed set of regional folk dances complete with authentic costume, formation and rhythm. The syllabus emphasises group coordination, stamina and cultural context, and includes a written paper on the origin and occasion of each form.

Levels: Praveshika → Arambhik - (Arambhik Part-1) (Arambhik Final) → Alankar- (Alankar Part-1) (Alnakar Final) → Diwakar- (Diwakar Part-1) (Diwakar FInal) → → Kala Visharad- (Kala Visharad Part-1)(Kala Visharad Final) → Swarna Shri Ratan (Shri rattan)(Swarna Shri Rattan)
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Creative Dance Dance

Creative Dance

A choreography-first discipline. Candidates explore body isolation, floor work, contact and improvisation, then build original thematic pieces. Higher levels require an independently choreographed group work with a written concept note.

Levels: Praveshika → Arambhik - (Arambhik Part-1) (Arambhik Final) → Alankar- (Alankar Part-1) (Alnakar Final) → Diwakar- (Diwakar Part-1) (Diwakar FInal) → → Kala Visharad- (Kala Visharad Part-1)(Kala Visharad Final) → Swarna Shri Ratan (Shri rattan)(Swarna Shri Rattan)
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Western Dance Dance

Western Dance

A high-energy stream covering hip-hop foundations, popping and locking, jazz technique, partner work and freestyle. Candidates are assessed on rhythm, isolation, stage presence and a prepared performance routine.

Levels: Praveshika → Arambhik - (Arambhik Part-1) (Arambhik Final) → Alankar- (Alankar Part-1) (Alnakar Final) → Diwakar- (Diwakar Part-1) (Diwakar FInal) → → Kala Visharad- (Kala Visharad Part-1)(Kala Visharad Final) → Swarna Shri Ratan (Shri rattan)(Swarna Shri Rattan)
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Craft Fine Arts

Craft

Hands-on three-dimensional art for all ages. Students work with paper, clay, jute, fabric and recycled media, learning form, proportion, texture and finishing, and submit a portfolio of original works alongside a timed practical.

Levels: Praveshika → Arambhik - (Arambhik Part-1) (Arambhik Final) → Alankar- (Alankar Part-1) (Alnakar Final) → Diwakar- (Diwakar Part-1) (Diwakar FInal) → → Kala Visharad- (Kala Visharad Part-1)(Kala Visharad Final) → Swarna Shri Ratan (Shri rattan)(Swarna Shri Rattan)
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Recitation Literary

Recitation

Builds diction, breath control, expression and stage presence. Candidates present prescribed and self-chosen pieces, and are assessed on pronunciation, pause, modulation and audience connection. A strong complement to any school curriculum.

Levels: Praveshika → Arambhik - (Arambhik Part-1) (Arambhik Final) → Alankar- (Alankar Part-1) (Alnakar Final) → Diwakar- (Diwakar Part-1) (Diwakar FInal) → → Kala Visharad- (Kala Visharad Part-1)(Kala Visharad Final) → Swarna Shri Ratan (Shri rattan)(Swarna Shri Rattan)
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How Grading Works

One Ladder, Every Discipline

Almost every subject follows the same graded progression, so a candidate always knows the next step — from a first introduction to a teaching-level qualification.

01

Praveshika

Foundation level

The foundation level — core technique, basic theory and the first supervised practical.

02

Arambhik - (Arambhik Part-1) (Arambhik Final)

Building fluency

Building fluency — an expanded syllabus, deeper theory and a more demanding practical.

03

Alankar- (Alankar Part-1) (Alnakar Final)

Advanced mastery

Advanced mastery — original interpretation, composition and a full-length performance or portfolio.

04

Diwakar- (Diwakar Part-1) (Diwakar FInal)

Diploma Level

The highest graded level — teaching-eligible, examined to a near-professional standard.

05

Kala Visharad- (Kala Visharad Part-1)(Kala Visharad Final)

Advanced Diploma

a specialized, Art & Cultural related higher education program that focuses on practical skills and technical expertise

06

Swarna Shri Ratan (Shri rattan)(Swarna Shri Rattan)

Master's Degree

An advanced postgraduate academic qualification that typically requires a bachelor's degree for entry, focusing on specialized knowledge, research, or professional practice over one to three years of study

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