Nalanda Certified Foundation Classes in Bharatanatyam
by Nalanda Nritya Kala Mahavidyalaya
Govt of Maharashtra recognised certificate
A structured multi-year foundation programme in Indian classical dance at Nalanda, Mumbai, with certificates recognised by the Government of Maharashtra.
Mode
In-Person
Fee
Registration fee applies
Participation format
Individual
Duration
programme runs 7 years, with Prarambhika covering years 1 to 4 and Kovida covering years 5 to 7.
Eligibility
Open to learners aged 6 years and above. No prior dance training is required. Classes are held in person at the Nalanda campus in Vile Parle (West), Mumbai.
- Age range
- 6 years and above
- Eligibility region
- Available nationwide across India
See if your child qualifies.
Rewards and recognition
Certificate
Govt of Maharashtra recognised certificate
Graded certificate awarded on clearing each annual examination, recognised by the Government of Maharashtra.
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Recognition
Government of Maharashtra recognition
Skills your child builds
How to apply
- 1Submit the admission application through the Nalanda Dance Research Centre
- 2Select the chosen classical dance style for the foundation track
- 3Complete admission formalities at the Nalanda campus
Rules and guidelines
- Annual examinations are conducted by the institute at each level
- Certificates are issued on clearing the annual examination for a level
- Regular attendance is expected to progress through Prarambhika and Kovida levels
Fees and financial support
Fee details
Foundation class fees are confirmed at the time of admission; specific amounts are not published on the official website.
About this opportunity
The Nalanda Certified Foundation Classes are a structured foundation programme in Indian classical dance offered by the Nalanda Dance Research Centre in Mumbai. Children and beginners can train in Bharatanatyam from an early age.
The programme is affiliated with the Ministry of Culture, Government of Maharashtra. It is organised into graded levels, named Prarambhika for the earlier years and Kovida for the later years, with annual examinations conducted by the institute at the end of each year.
Students who clear the annual examinations receive certificates recognised by the Government of Maharashtra at the end of each level. The foundation track combines practical dance training with an introduction to theory, building a strong base before higher study.
The classes draw on the Nalanda tradition established by Dr. Kanak Rele, blending the guru-shishya approach with a graded, examination-based structure suitable for school-going learners.
Academic details
Difficulty: Mixed Levels
What's covered
A graded foundation curriculum in a chosen Indian classical dance style, combining practical training with an introduction to theory, structured across the Prarambhika (earlier) and Kovida (later) levels with annual examinations.
Frequently asked questions
From what age can children join the foundation classes?
Children aged 6 years and above can enrol. No prior dance training is required to begin the foundation programme.
Are the foundation certificates officially recognised?
Yes. Certificates are issued on clearing the annual examination at each level and are recognised by the Government of Maharashtra through the Ministry of Culture affiliation.
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