NMIMS School of Performing Arts - [NMIMS SOPA]

Dadabhai Road, Next to CNMS, Vile Parle (West), India • 4000564.7(4)

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About NMIMS School of Performing Arts - [NMIMS SOPA]

NMIMS School of Performing Arts, Mumbai offers India's first-degree program in Contemporary Western Music. The school is home to talented music students from all over India and celebrated artists from across the globe from the faculty. The School provides diverse student culture, rich curriculum curated in collaboration with leading music schools and industry professionals. The institute comes under the aegis NMIMS Deemed to be University, Mumbai. NMIMS SOPA offers an undergraduate program in the discipline of Indian Music and Western Contemporary Music. Admission is done on the basis of video performance. The shortlisted candidates will be called in for auditions on specific dates.

NMIMS SOPA Application Forms

BA Music (India)	Click Here
BA Music (Western)	Click Here

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NMIMS School of Performing Arts Highlights

Institute Type	Private
Approved by	NAAC
Affiliated to	NMIMS Deemed to be University
Courses Offered	1 Course across 1 stream
Application Mode \| Fees	Online \| INR 1,800
Admission Criteria	Merit-based + Auditions
Official Website	https://performingarts.nmims.edu/#
Admission Helpdesk	(91-22) 4233 2271

Quick Facts
- Small batch size ensuring personal attention.
- Eminent faculty with industry connections.
- Experiential learning.
- Exciting career opportunities
- State-of-the-art music labs

NMIMS School of Performing Arts Courses

The institute offers a UG course in the discipline of Performing Arts. Listed below are the details for the same:\

Course	Intake	Eligibility
BA (Indian Music)	20	10+2 with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks
BA (Western Contemporary Music)	30	10+2 with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks

Check: NMIMS SOPA Mumbai Courses and Fees

NMIMS School of Performing Arts Admission

Step 1: Visit the official website of the institute.

Step 2: Fill the application form with all the required details.

Step 3: Pay the application fee of INR 1,800. For online registration, a candidate's Aadhaar Card number is also required.

NMIMS SOPA Selection Criteria

For B.A (Western Contemporary Music)

The shortlisted candidates will be invited to the auditions through a call letter being published on the website. The audition process will include:

All eligible candidates must upload a video of their performance on YouTube (as a private video) and attach the link in the application form.
The candidates will then be shortlisted and called in for auditions on specific dates.
Interview with the Dean: Admission offer is given as per the merit list that is released by the School.
Candidates must check their merit list status regularly.
The selected candidates should report for the payment of fees within the stipulated period of time.

For B.A (Indian Music)

The selection criteria for the BA (Indian Music) program is as follows:

All eligible candidates who wish to apply for admission to the B.A. Music (Indian Music) program will be required to upload a video of their performance on YouTube (as an Unlisted video) and send the link in the application form.
The candidates will be then shortlisted and called for the audition on the mentioned date.
The merit list will be only based on the audition process.
Admission offer is given as per merit; waitlisted candidates must check their merit list status regularly and selected candidates should report for the payment of fees.

NMIMS School of Performing Arts FAQs

Ques. What is the weightage criteria for selection?

Ans. The weightage criteria for selection is as follows:

Test	Marks
Performance The candidate can choose any song of your choice of the level that describes his/ her best performing ability. He/ She will be assessed on accuracy, technique and stylistic elements	50
Improvisation The candidate will be given the chord chart and asked to work it out for performance. The backing track will be used for your improvisation. (Scatting for vocalist)	25
Aural Basic intervals and triad recognition. Identifying changes in rhythm, melody or pitch	25
Personal Interview Questions will be asked to assess the candidate's aptitude. This will be a non-technical round.	50

Ques. What is the focus of the BA Program at NMIMS School of Performing Arts?

Ans. The Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree program involves an integrated study of both theoretical & practical knowledge of music. This holistic blend enables the student to not only master their performance area but also be conceptually strong.

Ques. What are the job prospects after doing a BA course?

Ans. Candidates can opt for various job prospects after doing a BA course. Some of them are Composer, Music Educator, Arranger, Record Producer, Recording Engineer, A & R Coordinator, A & R Administrator, Personal Manager, Stage Manager, Music Blogger/Journalist, etc.

Ques. What are the BA program’s highlights?

Ans. The various highlights of the program are as follows:

Part of the NMIMS Deemed to be University that is one of the top institutes across India.
The School is well equipped with state-of-the-art classrooms, new age music labs and support technological aided teaching.
Small batch size ensuring personal attention.
Eminent faculty with industry connections.
Experiential learning.
Exciting career opportunities

Ques. Do IB students have a different process?

Ans. No, IB Students must follow the same admission procedure.

Ques. What are the subjects covered under this program? Can I do majors in any one of the streams?

Ans. The curriculum has been designed with international leading music schools and industry professionals to make students industry-ready. You will be studying all the subjects simultaneously to have a holistic learning. The subjects you will be studying are as follows: Drum, Guitar, Bass, Piano, Keyboard Studies, Ear Training, Music Production, Music History, Music Theory & Harmony, Arranging, Vocal Music Technology, Instrument Lab, Composition, Music Business, Solo Classes, Film Scoring Music.

Ques. Where can I view the gallery of Student Activities and Workshops?

Ans. Log on to this link https://performingarts.nmims.edu/gallery/ to have a look at the gallery featuring student workshops and activities.

Ques. Where can I find other information related to the admission process, fee structure?

Ans. You can find all the information on www.sopa.nmims.edu and www.performingarts.nmims.edu.

Ques. How is the faculty of NMIMS SOPA?

Ans. The faculty of SOPA, Mumbai faculty is impaneled by well-known music schools and consists of industry experts. Some of them are Louis Banks, Gino Banks, Clement Rooney, Gina Miranda, and many more.

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Ques. What is the address of the NMIMS School of Performing Arts, Mumbai?

Ans. The address of the institute is as follows:

SVKM's NMIMS - School of Performing Arts,
Dadabhai Road, Next to CNMS,
Vile Parle (West), Mumbai - 400056

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Date for Submission of Application of NPAT for Admission 2025 [BA]

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Last Date: 26 May 2025

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Indian Music

Bachelor of Arts [BA] (Indian Music)

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₹6,00,000

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Bachelor of Arts [BA] (Indian Music)

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Western Contemporary Music

Bachelor of Arts [BA] (Western Contemporary Music)

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₹4,50,000

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Western Contemporary Music

Bachelor of Arts [BA] (Western Contemporary Music)

₹4,50,000

₹13,50,000

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Bachelor of Arts [BA] {Hons.} (Instrumental Music)

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Instrumental Music

Bachelor of Arts [BA] {Hons.} (Instrumental Music)

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Music

Bachelor of Arts [BA] {Hons.} (Music)

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₹8,00,000

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Music

Bachelor of Arts [BA] {Hons.} (Music)

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₹8,00,000

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Admission Process

Admission to NMIMS School of Performing Arts - [NMIMS SOPA] is based on various entrance exams and merit. The college offers multiple courses with different admission criteria.

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