Karnataka State Dr. Gangubai Hangal Music and Performing Arts University, abbreviated as KSGH Music and Performing Arts University is primarily a music and performance arts (dance, drama) research and performing university established in Mysuru by the Government of Karnataka in 2008. It is a public state university and is approved by University Grants Commission or UGC.

The university was initially named Karnataka State Music and Performing Arts University. After the death of Padma Vibhushan awardee, Gangubai Hangal, in 2009, the university renamed itself Karnataka State Dr. Gangubai Hangal Music and Performing Arts University to honour her.

The main university campus is well connected to other central locations. It is located 3 km from the Mysore Railway Station, 4 km from the Mysuru Bus Stand and 15 km from the Mysuru Airport (Mandakalli).

  • The university provides several undergraduate, postgraduate, postgraduate diploma and certificate courses along with one D.Litt course across music, instruments, dance, drama and yoga.
  • Apart from pursuing their degrees, students are also involved in organizing community engagement activities including but not limited to workshops, conferences, cultural programmes, festivals, competitions, sports activities, awareness programmes and wellness programmes.
  • The certificate courses are delivered at the other two centres of the university, Mandya Teaching Centre and Hunasuru Teaching Centre.
  • Karnataka State Dr. Gangubai Hangal Music and Performing Arts University was ranked third in “Swachh Campus” under the Non-Residential Universities of India 2019-2020 by the Ministry of Central Higher Education Council, Ministry of Human Resource Development and A.I.C.T.E.

KSGH Music and Performing Arts University Key Points

  • Karnataka State Dr. Gangubai Hangal Music and Performing Arts University is India’s second music and performing arts university.
  • Since the university aims to preserve India’s tradition, it follows two educational systems for imparting knowledge- gurukula and the modern system.
  • The University houses six faculties namely Vocal Music, Instruments, Musicology, Performing Arts, Dance, and Drama; these faculties have a total of 26 departments.
  • The faculty council is composed of 23 members, each member is highly distinguished in their respective field. Some are globally recognised for their art form.
  • The medium of instruction is English and Kannada, students give examinations in these two languages. Courses are open to students of Indian nationality, non-residential Indians or NRIs and students of foreign nationality

KSGH Music and Performing Arts University Course and Fees

Courses Details Selection Basis
Bachelor of Performing Arts (BPA)
  • Specialization: Dance- Bharatanatyam, Kathak, Kuchipudi, Yakshagana and Folk Dance, Drama- Theater, Vocal Music- Hindustani Classical Music, Carnatic Classical Music, Instruments- String (Veena, Violin), Wind (Flute), Percussion (Tabla, Mridangam)
  • Duration: 3 years (6 semesters)
  • Fees: 10350(first year)
  • Eligibility: PUC (Pre-University Course)/ Class 12th/ Equivalent
 Selection is based on Class 12th Marks and the marks obtained in the university’s entrance exam.
Master of Performing Arts (MPA)
  • Specialization: Dance- Bharatanatyam, Kathak, Kuchipudi, Yakshagana and Folk Dance, Drama- Theater, Vocal Music- Hindustani Classical Music, Carnatic Classical Music, Instruments- String (Veena, Violin), Wind (Flute), Percussion (Tabla, Mridangam)
  • Duration: 2 years (4 semesters)
  • Fees: 13550(First year)
  • Eligibility: Any degree
 Selection is based on marks obtained in the university’s entrance exam followed by an interview.
Doctorate of Literature (D.Litt)
  • Specialization: Areas across Dance, Drama or Music
  • Duration: 2 years
  • Total Fees: 56550
  • Eligibility: Proficiency in the concerned field
 Selection is based on the marks obtained in the university’s entrance exam followed by an interview. The title of the thesis and a detailed proposal is mandatory with the admission application.
Certificate Courses
  • Specialization: Vocal: Devotional Songs, Light Music, Folklore Music, Ranga Sangeet, Nattuvangam, Dance: Bharatanatyam, Yakshagana, Drama Instruments: Harmonium, Tabla, Mrudanga, Mandolin, Keyboard, Yoga, Photography, Journalism, Spoken English
  • Duration: 6 months
  • Fees: 5200
  • Eligibility: PUC/ SSLC/ Equivalent
 There are no selection criteria, admission is offered through offline/online applications.
PG Diploma
  • Specialization: Hindustani Classical Music (Khayal, Thumri, Dhrupad), Carnatic Music (Vachana Gayana, Sugama Sangeeta, Gamaka), Instrumental Music (Tabla, Harmonium, Mrudanga), Dance (Indian, Western, Folk), Yakshagana, Yoga, Natuvanga, Western Music and Instrument, Musicology, Stage Crafts, Sound and Lightnings Technology, Repairing Techniques of Musical Instruments, Photography/Journalism
  • Duration: 1 year
  • Fees: 6300(first semester)
  • Eligibility: Any degree
 There are no selection criteria, admission is offered through offline/online applications. Students can take up two PG diploma courses at one time.

KSGH Music and Performing Arts University Admission Process

KSGHMPAU offers UG and PG level courses on the basis of entrance tests. Applications can be submitted the application form for admission through either online or offline modes by the deadline date mentioned on the university website. 

How to apply?

  • Candidates should need to visit the official site of UUCMS (Unified University and College Management System)
  • Click into the application form shown on the screen.
  • Create a login id and password.
  • Candidates should need to fill the required details carefully.
  • The entire fees should be paid by the student at the university in Indian currency only through SBI collect portal or DD in favor of Finance Officer Karnataka State Dr.Gangubai Hangal Music and Performing arts University, Mysuru.

Documents required to be submitted along with the application form:

  • Attested photocopies of mark-sheets and certificates of qualifying examinations.
  • Proof of date of birth.
  • Transfer certificate must be submitted in original at the time of admission. On the recommendation from the head of the department, a period of one month will be given to submit the migration certificate.
  • Caste certificate.
  • Photo copies.

KSGH Music and Performing Arts University Facilities

Being a music and performing arts university, it offers a number of facilities to the students as well as faculty members to cater to their needs. Some of the facilities are:

  •  Hostel 
  • Laboratories
  •  Library
  •  Cafeteria
  • Sports playground 
  • Dance Room and many more. 

FAQs

Ques. How many courses are offered by KSGH Music and Performing Arts University college?

Ans. KSGH Music and Performing Arts University offers UG and PG level courses, Instead of this, they also provide the diploma level courses on the bases of the eligibility criteria.

Ques. How's the facilities of KSGH Music and Performing Arts University college?

Ans. KSGH Music and Performing Arts University provides wifi inside the college, the well mainted library, dance academy, sports ground, canteen etc facilities.

Ques. How's the placement of KSGH Music and Performing Arts University college?

Ans. According to the review of the students, there is not any placement facility provided by the college. Although, candidates can check the status of placement on official site of KSGH Music and Performing Arts University college.

Ques.Is the KSGH Music and Performing Arts University is a recognised university?

Ans. KSGH Music and Performing Arts University is primarily a music and performance arts (dance, drama) research and performing university established in Mysuru by the Government of Karnataka in 2008. It is a public state university and is approved by University Grants Commission or UGC.

Ques. How's the ranking of KSGH Music and Performing Arts University?

Ans.Karnataka State Dr. Gangubai Hangal Music and Performing Arts University is India’s second music and performing arts university. Apart from that, based on parameters like Research Excellence, Innovation, Teaching Excellence, Infrastructure, and Social Impact, KSHEC received the university a score of 541 out of 1000.