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Kathak Kendra Foundation Course in Kathak Dance
by Kathak Kendra (National Institute of Kathak Dance)
Rs. 1,000/month Scholarship from Year 3
Kathak Kendra Foundation Course in Kathak Dance is a course by Kathak Kendra (National Institute of Kathak Dance) for students in Class 4–8, open to students across India.
Mode
In-Person
Eligibility
Class 4–8
Fee
₹400
Duration
5 years
Format
Individual
Time needed
Regular classes across morning or evening batches, 6 days per week
About This Opportunity
The Foundation Course at Kathak Kendra is a five-year structured programme in Kathak classical dance offered by the National Institute of Kathak Dance, a constituent unit of the Sangeet Natak Akademi under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India. The curriculum covers practical training in core Kathak elements — Thaat, Aamad, Tode, Paran — alongside rhythm theory, Kathak history, and Abhinaya (expressive aspects).
Students must be between 10 and 13 years of age as of July 1 of the admission year and must hold a Class III pass certificate. No prior dance training is required, making this an ideal entry point for serious beginners. A medical fitness certificate from an MBBS doctor is required at the time of admission.
Supplementary training in Hindustani vocal music and Tabla or Pakhawaj is integrated into the curriculum. Students who successfully complete the Foundation Course are eligible to advance to the Diploma Pass Course (3 years) and subsequently to higher diploma levels. A monthly scholarship of Rs. 1,000 is available for eligible students from Year 3 onwards.
Eligibility
- Grade Level
- Class 4–8
- Age Range
- 10 - 13 years
- Location
- Nationwide
Academic requirement
Class III pass certificate minimum
Prerequisites
- Medical fitness certificate from an MBBS doctor certifying physical and mental fitness for dance training
Ages 10-13 as of July 1 of the admission year. Class III pass minimum. No prior dance training required. Medical fitness certificate from an MBBS doctor required. Annual admissions through competitive audition process.
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Academic Details
Difficulty: Beginner
What's covered
Five-year programme covering practical Kathak dance elements (Thaat, Aamad, Tode, Paran), rhythm theory, Kathak history, and Abhinaya alongside supplementary Hindustani vocal music and Tabla training.
Rewards & Recognition
Award
Rs. 1,000/month Scholarship
Students who reach Year 3 of the Foundation Course are eligible for a monthly scholarship of Rs. 1,000, continuing through Years 4 and 5. Freeship facility also available for eligible candidates.
Certificate
Sangeet Natak Akademi Certificate
Certification from India's national academy of music, dance and drama — the Sangeet Natak Akademi — upon course completion.
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How to apply
- 1Obtain and submit application form during the annual admission window (typically June)
- 2Pay application fee of Rs. 200
- 3Attend admission test and audition at Kathak Kendra (typically early July)
- 4Selected candidates submit required documents including Class III certificate and medical fitness certificate
- 5Pay one-time charges (admission fee Rs. 300, security deposit Rs. 1,000, library charges Rs. 500)
Camp details
Trainers
Faculty trained at Kathak Kendra under the Sangeet Natak Akademi; institution associated with legendary Kathak masters including Pandit Birju Maharaj and Pandit Shambhu Maharaj
Fees & financial support
Fee details
Monthly tuition fee of Rs. 400, payable six-monthly (July and January). One-time charges: admission fee Rs. 300, refundable security deposit Rs. 1,000, library charges Rs. 500 (non-refundable), application fee Rs. 200. Annual examination fees range from Rs. 100 to Rs. 500 depending on year of study.
Frequently asked questions
Is Kathak Kendra Foundation Course in Kathak Dance free?
₹400 registration
Who can participate in Kathak Kendra Foundation Course in Kathak Dance?
Students in Class 4–8. children aged 10-13.
What will my child gain from Kathak Kendra Foundation Course in Kathak Dance?
Five-year structured Kathak training at India's premier classical dance institute. Monthly scholarship of Rs. 1,000 from Year 3 onwards. Nationally recognised certificate from the Sangeet Natak Akademi. Training in Kathak elements, rhythm theory, and Abhinaya. Pathway to Diploma Pass Course and advanced training. Freeship facility available for eligible students.
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