Arts Entrance Exams
Topics related to arts and humanities are still concepts that most citizens have yet to understand fully. Given the nature of companies these days, their roles have increased substantially. Due to its sheer popularity, it is challenging to get into the industry now. With that said, art students achieving a high score in one of the top arts exams in India will catch anyone's eye. Some arts exams include CUCET, KIITEE, DUET, and others. With these scores, you can join a college of your choice to study various streams in arts, such as BA in journalism, psychology, literature, and much more.
Top Arts Exams in India
The table below provides the list of top arts exams in India and the dates during which they will commence.
| Exam Name | Course Offered | Conducting Authority |
| CUCET | UG/PG/PhD | NTA |
| DUET | UG/PG/PhD | NTA |
| KIITEE | UG/PG/PhD | KIIT |
| GBPUAT | UG/PG/PhD | GBPUAT |
| TISSNET | UG/PG | TISS |
| AUCET | PG | Andhra University, Visakhapatnam |
| NPAT | UG/Integrated | NMIMS |
| OUCET/CPGET | PG | Osmania University, Hyderabad |
| SHIATS/SHUATS | UG/PG | SHUATS |
| CUSATCAT | UG/PG | CUSAT |
KIITEE
The KIIT University (Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology) Bhubaneshwar, Odisha, conducts KIITEE exam every year to provide admissions into various of its Undergraduate (UG) and Postgraduate (PG) programs. Candidates had to take KIITEE 2023 as a computer-based test online and could apply for KIITEE 2023 through the application form released on the official website. Nearly 1.5 lakh candidates appeared for KIITEE exam last year.
Some of the significant undergraduate programs that it offers include B.Tech, BBA, B.Com, B.Sc, B.Arch, etc. The postgraduate programs run at this institution include courses like M.Tech, M.Com, M.Sc, MCA, MBA, M.Sc, etc. To be eligible for KIITEE 2023, candidates must have passed their Class 12 exam or equivalent for UG courses, whereas candidates applying for PG Programmes must have completed their graduation.
GBPUAT
Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology (GBPUAT) is a residential university established in 1960 in Uttarakhand, India. The university offers aspiring candidates B.Tech, B.Sc, M.Tech, M.Sc, MBA, MCA, and Ph.D. courses.
It was the first Agricultural University in India, and later it was renamed Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology to honor Pt. Govind Ballabh Pant. GBPUAT is organized every year for interested applicants.
Several courses are offered to candidates willing to take the GBPUAT 2023 entrance exam. Therefore, the candidates can select the course of their choice and move forward with the admission procedure. The list of UG and PG courses offered by GBPUAT is given below.
- Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) in Agriculture (Hons.)
- B.Sc (Hons) in Community Science
- Bachelor of Fisheries Science
- B.Sc Food Technology
- Masters of Computer Applications (MCA)
- Masters in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology
TISSNET
The Tata Institute of Social Sciences National Entrance Test (TISSNET) is conducted by the Tata Institute of Social Sciences for admission in postgraduate and undergraduate programs in fields such as Arts, Development Studies, Economics, Social Sciences, etc.
Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai, is authorized to conduct TISSNET annually. TISS has campuses in Mumbai, Tuljapur, Hyderabad, Guwahati, IMHST Chennai, MHAT Calicut, and GSET Ranchi.
Students from TISS get excellent exposure, for which the credit goes to TISS strategic tie-ups with industry and corporate sectors. This institute also helps raise society positively through the power of education, knowledge, and initiatives on ecological sustainability. In addition, it champions and promotes various human rights causes, equality, and social justice.
NPAT
NMIMS NPAT 2023 exam notification will be released soon on the official website by the conducting authorities. The complete form of NPAT is National Test for Programs After Twelfth (NPAT). It is a national-level selection test for aspirants seeking admission into undergraduate courses and integrated degree programs at Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS).
NMIMS offers undergraduate programs like B.Com (Hons), B.Sc Economics, B.Sc Finance, BBA, B.Tech, B.A (Hons) Liberal Arts, B.Des, etc., offers integrated programs like B.Tech + MBA (Tech) or B.Pharm + MBA (Pharm Tech).
NPAT examination is the official entrance test for courses offered by constituent schools of SVKM'ss Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (Deemed to be University) at Mumbai, Shirpur, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Indore, Dhule, and Navi Mumbai campuses. NMIMS is a standout institute considered amongst the best colleges in India and gives different subject alternatives to the competitors.
UG Courses: The Undergraduate courses offered through NPAT 2023 exam are:
- B.Tech, B.Com (Hons.)
- BBA, B.Des (Humanising Technology)
- B.Sc (Finance)
- B.Sc (Economics) and
- BA (Hons.) in Liberal Arts.
- BBA Branding & Advertising
Integrated Courses: MBA Tech (B.Tech + MBA Tech) and B.Pharm + MBA (Pharma. Tech).
SHIATS/SHUATS
SHIATS Entrance Exam is a National Level Entrance Exam. It is conducted by the Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology & Sciences (SHUATS) Allahabad, UP, to offer admission to aspirants in programs offered by the University. SHUATS is a name to reckon with for its range of UG and PG courses.
Courses offered by the SHUATS University are Bachelor of Science (B.Sc), Master of Science (M.Sc), Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm), Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech), B.E., BBA, M.Tech, M.A, M.B.A, and PhD under various streams.
The SHIATS Exam is conducted in offline mode. Candidates who wish to get admission into any of the courses mentioned above at Sam Higginbottom University need to appear for the SHIATS Exam. They can apply for the SHIATS by going to the official website of the university. The admissions are given to the candidates purely on the basis of merit. It is based on the score obtained by the applicants in the SHIATS Exam and Interview.
CUET
Common University Entrance Test (CUET), previously known as Central University Entrance Test (CUCET), is an all-India entrance exam held jointly by 12 central universities for admission to undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs at all participating institutions. CUET is held once a year in 161 places across India. CUET exam lasts two hours and is conducted on a computer. Originally, CUET was organized by UGC in a paper-pencil format. However, the NTA has been conducting the test in a computer-based mode since last year.
CUET exam is conducted as an entrance test once a year for admission into UG and PG courses in the Central Universities. Candidates first have to appear for CUET exam, and then they can apply to the various courses at the Central Universities.
DUET
DUET 2023 is a national-level entrance exam conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on behalf of Delhi University for admission into various university postgraduate and doctorate courses. Delhi University (DU) has 77 affiliated colleges and 1.32 lakh regular students. The Honourable Vice-President of India is the Chancellor of the university.
DUET is conducted once a year and will be conducted online as a computer-based test (CBT). The test would be conducted at various Delhi University campuses.
OUCET
OUCET 2022 opens the gates to various postgraduate and postgraduate diploma courses as well as 5-year long integrated courses like M.A, M.Sc, M.Com, M.C.J, B.L.ISc, M.L.J.Sc, M.S.W, M.Ed, M.P.Ed & PG Diploma. Osmania University was established in the year 1918.
The exam is conducted since the Academic year 2000 - 2001 for admission to Osmania University and its affiliated institutes like Mahatma Gandhi, Palamuru Universities, etc., in the state of Telangana. OUCET 2022 is an entrance exam for admission into these educational institutions for the above-mentioned courses. This exam is also known as TS CPGET, OU PGET, and recently CPGET.
OUCET 2022 offers a very vast range of courses. Almost every PG Course is provided; this is why it is a trendy exam, and every year, more and more candidates appear for the exam.
CUSAT CAT
Organized by Cochin University of Science and Technology, CUSAT CAT is the examination for candidates aspiring to pursue courses like BBA, B.Tech, LLB, M.Tech, M.Phil, MCA, MBA, MA, M.Sc at different colleges operating under CUSAT.
It has 27 departments for UG, PG, and research programs. It has three campuses: two in Kochi district and one in Kuttanad, Alappuzha District of Kerala in India.
- Courses Offered: CUSAT offers various undergraduate and postgraduate courses. CUSAT also offers Dual Degree Programmes and lateral entry to various B.Tech courses.
- Frequency: CUSAT CAT exam is held once a year at various exam centres.
- Enrollment: Nearly 2000 students are admitted annually to UG and PG programs through CUSAT.
XAT (PG Courses)
XAT exam is a national-level MBA entrance exam conducted by XLRI (Xavier Labour Relations Institute), Jamshedpur. The entrance test is conducted on behalf of XAMI (Xavier Associate Management Institute) for admission into MBA and PGDM programs across Xavier B-Schools and other major management colleges in India.
More than 160 B-schools accept the XAT scores in the country. This exam is conducted by Xavier Labour Relations Institute (XLRI) Jamshedpur for MBA and PGDM admissions in XLRI and other associated colleges. XAT is one of the oldest competitive exams in the country that has always kept pace with cutting-edge testing methodology. The Human Resource course in XLRI is considered one of the best HR courses in Asia and is the Flagship Programme of the college. XAT is conducted once every year, usually in January.
RIE CEE (UG, PG Course)
RIE CEE (Regional Institute of Education Common Entrance Examination) is an entrance exam that offers UG and PG courses, conducted by the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT). Students who aspire to pursue their degree in UG or PG may apply for this entrance exam. This exam provides seats for the eligible candidates in Ajmer, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, and Mysore only. RIE CEE courses offer multiple BSc BEd/ BA BEd/ MSc Ed/ BEd/ MEd/ BEd-MEd (Integrated).
UGC NET (UG Courses)
The complete form of UGC NET is University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test. It is a national-level entrance test conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) biannually, on behalf of the University Grants Commission (UGC) to provide admission to an eligible candidate for the posts of Lecturer (LS) and Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in various colleges or universities across the nation.
Candidates who acquire Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) are eligible to pursue research in the subject of their post-graduation or a related subject. The number of seats available varies yearly based on the universities' requirements. UGC validates and inspects the universities in India before finalizing vacant positions.
The performance of the candidates in both the papers of UGC NET 2022 will be accounted for by awarding a JRF and eligibility for Lectureship (LS). Candidates qualifying exclusively for Lectureship (LS) will not be considered for JRF.
Fellowship is offered only to the candidates who qualify for the JRF mark. This will be provided by UGC or other institutions under various schemes. A monthly stipend of INR 25,000/- is provided during the period of research. The validity period of this offer is two years from the date of the issue of the JRF Letter.
AUCET (PG Courses)
Andhra University Common Entrance Test (AUCET) is a state-level entrance test conducted by Andhra University for admission into various postgraduate programs in the fields such as Engineering, Arts, Science, Education, Commerce, and Law. Applicants who appear for the AUCET 2022 exam can apply for admission into courses to its affiliated colleges and the Dr. B.R Ambedkar University in Srikakulam based on the scores.
Interested candidates can apply for the AUCET exam by visiting the official website of the AUCET exam. The conducting body conducts the exam as 13 different types of tests for the following 27 Arts Courses. The university offers postgraduate programs in the fields of Arts through the AUCET 2023 exam. The programs offered by the university are Master of Arts (MA) and Master of Fine Arts (MFA).
