Bachelor of Performing Arts [BPA]

The Bachelor of Performing Arts at MAHGU Pauri is a 4-year undergraduate programme covering music, dance, and theatre in Pauri Garhwal, Uttarakhand. MAHGU Pauri ranks 251 in an external review site’s 2025 India Universities list. The BPA integrates Garhwal folk-art traditions with contemporary performance techniques, preparing students for careers in arts education, cultural organisations, and performance.

📋 Admission Status: MAHGU is accepting applications for the 2026-27 BPA programme. Admission is through CUET-UG scores or direct merit-based selection. Visit hgu.ac.in for the current application schedule.

Key Points

• 4-year BPA covering music, dance, and theatre.
• Admission via CUET-UG or direct merit.
• Annual fee of INR 15,000.
• UGC-recognised private university in Uttarakhand.
• Hostel facilities available on campus.

MAHGU Pauri BPA Fees 2026

Component	Amount (INR)
Programme Fee (per year)	INR 15,000
Total Fees (4 years)	INR 60,000

• Annual programme fee is INR 15,000 per year.
• Verify the current fee schedule at hgu.ac.in before applying.
• Hostel and mess charges are billed separately.

MAHGU Pauri BPA Admission 2026

Event	Date
CUET-UG Registration End	February 26, 2026
CUET-UG Exam	May 11 to May 31, 2026
CUET-UG Result	June 14, 2026 (Tentative)
MAHGU Application Window	As notified by the university
Merit List / Seat Allotment	As per MAHGU counselling schedule
Admission Confirmation	On receipt of offer letter

• MAHGU admits BPA students through CUET-UG scores or merit-based selection.
• Apply through the MAHGU official website at hgu.ac.in.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Pass in Class 12 (10+2) from any recognised board with any stream.
• Minimum aggregate as prescribed by MAHGU at the time of admission.
• A valid CUET-UG score is accepted for merit-based shortlisting.
• Reserved category candidates may be eligible for relaxation as per applicable norms.

Admission Process

• Register for CUET-UG on the NTA portal by February 26, 2026 and appear for the exam in May 2026.
• Visit the MAHGU website and check the 2026-27 BPA admission notification.
• Submit the MAHGU application form with Class 12 marksheet and CUET-UG score.
• Alternatively, apply under direct merit-based admission for the BPA as notified by MAHGU.
• Participate in MAHGU counselling for BPA seat allotment.
• Verify documents, receive the offer letter, and pay the first-year programme fee.
• Complete joining formalities at the MAHGU campus in Pauri, Uttarakhand.

✓ Opt for this if

• Students passionate about music, dance, or Garhwali folk arts.
• Aspiring performers seeking affordable Uttarakhand-based training.
• Candidates targeting arts teaching or government cultural roles.
• Students from hill states wanting performing arts near home.

✗ Skip if

• Students needing professional stage or production infrastructure.
• Candidates targeting national film or media placements.
• Students requiring mentors from elite classical academies.

MAHGU Pauri BPA Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
National Scholarship Portal (NSP) Scholarships	As per central norms	SC, ST, OBC, and minority students with family income within prescribed limits
Uttarakhand State Scholarships	As per state government norms	Domicile students from economically weaker sections per Uttarakhand scholarship rules
Merit-Based Scholarships (MAHGU)	As announced by the university	Students with outstanding academic performance as per MAHGU scholarship policy

• Confirm scholarship eligibility with MAHGU’s admissions office.
• Central scholarships are applied through the National Scholarship Portal.
• State and university merit scholarships are subject to annual review.

MAHGU Pauri BPA FAQs

Ques. What is the duration of the BPA at MAHGU?

Ans. The BPA at MAHGU is a 4-year full-time undergraduate programme spread across eight semesters. Students progressively cover theory, practise, and stage-performance modules in their chosen discipline throughout the course. The final year includes a performance project that synthesises learning across all four years. Regular community-performance events and workshops supplement classroom instruction and practise sessions.

Ques. What is the total fee for BPA at MAHGU?

Ans. The total BPA programme fee at MAHGU is INR 60,000 over four years at INR 15,000 per year. Hostel and mess charges are billed separately from the programme fee. Uttarakhand domicile students may qualify for the university’s fee concession. Prospective students should verify the current fee schedule at hgu.ac.in before applying, as fees are subject to annual revision by MAHGU.

Ques. What are the eligibility criteria for BPA admission at MAHGU?

Ans. Applicants must have passed Class 12 from any recognised board with any stream. Prior formal training in music, dance, or theatre is an advantage but not a mandatory requirement. A valid CUET-UG score or direct merit-based selection by MAHGU is accepted for admission. Minimum aggregate marks and final selection criteria are as prescribed by MAHGU at the time of admission each year.

Ques. Which disciplines can students choose in the BPA at MAHGU?

Ans. The BPA at MAHGU covers music, dance, and drama or theatre as primary disciplines. Students choose their specialisation at admission and develop depth across all four years. The curriculum includes cross-disciplinary exposure to Garhwali folk music, regional dance forms, and community theatre traditions of Uttarakhand, making it particularly relevant for students interested in the cultural heritage of the hill region.

Ques. What career options are available after BPA from MAHGU?

Ans. BPA graduates can pursue careers as performers, choreographers, music teachers, cultural event coordinators, arts programme officers, or drama instructors in schools and cultural bodies. Government cultural department positions and NGO arts outreach roles are also common paths. Graduates may further pursue postgraduate programmes in music, dance, or theatre at national academies or universities across India.

Ques. Does MAHGU offer hostel facilities for BPA students?

Ans. Yes, MAHGU provides hostel and mess facilities on campus for BPA students. Hostel charges are billed separately from the programme fee. Students from outside Uttarakhand or from distant Garhwal and Kumaon districts can apply for on-campus accommodation. Seat availability is subject to allocation by the MAHGU administration, so students are advised to inquire early at the time of admission.