Kala Bharathi Diploma Course in Visual Arts
by Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Bangalore (Kala Bharathi)
Kala Bharathi Visual Arts Diploma
Kala Bharathi Diploma Course in Visual Arts is a course by Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Bangalore (Kala Bharathi), open to students across India. Registration closes 31 Dec 2026.
Mode
In-Person
Fee
₹1,000
Duration
Junior or senior course completion
Format
Individual
Time needed
Weekend classes: Saturday 4:00-6:00 PM and Sunday 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Key dates
- Registration opens
- 1 Jan 2026
- Registration closes
- 31 Dec 2026
Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Kala Bharathi, Bengaluru, Karnataka
About this opportunity
The Kala Bharathi Diploma Course in Visual Arts is offered by the Bengaluru Kendra of Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan through its cultural wing, Kala Bharathi. The course covers drawing and painting across both traditional Indian art forms and contemporary techniques, taught at the Race Course Road campus.
The diploma is structured into graded junior and senior levels and is conducted in person on weekends, allowing school-going children to pursue fine-arts training alongside their academics. Learners progress from foundational drawing to a range of painting media and styles.
The curriculum spans watercolour, acrylic and oil painting, traditional Mysore and Tanjore painting, modern and realistic art, and printmaking such as lino and wood cuts. Theory and practical examinations are conducted by external examiners, leading to diploma certification.
Teaching is led by experienced artists associated with Kala Bharathi, including a faculty member holding a Master of Fine Arts from Chitrakala Parishath, within Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan's wider mission of nurturing Indian arts.
Eligibility
- Age range
- 5 years and above
- Location
- Nationwide
Academic requirement
No specific requirements.
Open to learners interested in drawing and painting. Classes are held in person at the Kala Bharathi campus on Race Course Road, Bengaluru, on weekends. No prior training requirement is stated.
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Academic details
Difficulty: Mixed Levels
What's covered
Graded training in drawing and painting covering watercolour, acrylic and oil, traditional Mysore and Tanjore painting, modern and realistic art, and printmaking, assessed through external examinations across junior and senior diploma levels.
Rewards and recognition
Certificate
Kala Bharathi Visual Arts Diploma
Junior and senior diploma certification awarded after assessment by external examiners on theory and practical components.
Recognition
Diploma from a long-standing arts centre
Skills your child builds
How to apply
- 1Submit an enquiry through the Bhavan Karnataka Kala Bharathi drawing and painting course page
- 2Confirm the preferred Bhavan centre
- 3Complete admission formalities at the Bhavan office
Camp details
Trainers
Experienced artists including Ms. Insha Ummehani (Master of Fine Arts, Chitrakala Parishath) and Mr. Karthik S (award-winning artist specialising in speed painting).
Fees & financial support
Fee details
Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan describes the Kala Bharathi Diploma as an affordable program, with a one-time admission fee of ₹600 for new enrollments and a monthly fee of ₹1,000.
Frequently asked questions
What is the last date to register for Kala Bharathi Diploma Course in Visual Arts?
The registration deadline is 31 Dec 2026.
Is Kala Bharathi Diploma Course in Visual Arts free?
No. The registration fee is ₹1,000.
Who can participate in Kala Bharathi Diploma Course in Visual Arts?
Children aged 5 and above.
What will my child gain from Kala Bharathi Diploma Course in Visual Arts?
Graded junior and senior diploma in drawing and painting. Covers traditional Mysore and Tanjore painting alongside modern techniques. Training under experienced artists including an MFA-qualified faculty member. Weekend schedule designed to fit alongside school academics.
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