Alliance University Bangalore B.F.A Painting & Sculpture: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Bangalore, KarnatakaPrivate UniversityEstd 2010NAAC Grade A+

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02 Sep, 2026 Alliance University Bangalore B.F.A Painting & Sculpture Admission 2027 begins. Apply Now! For more details, click here.

11 May, 2026 Alliance University Bangalore B.F.A Painting & Sculpture Fee Structure 2026 has been released. The total academic fee is ₹ 14.03 Lakhs.

Total fees
INR 14 Lakhs
full course, no hostel
Median pay
INR 5.70 LPA
NIRF UG 4-year data
Selection
Portfolio
AAT or AUSAT route
Placement rate
92%
NIRF UG 4-year data

About Alliance BFA Painting

Alliance University offers a four-year, full-time BFA Painting and Sculpture course at its Bengaluru campus. The course is taught over eight semesters with studio work, art history, painting, sculpture, portfolio work and a final capstone. Alliance is a private university with UGC status and NAAC A+. The full fee without hostel is INR 14 Lakhs, paid through registration and four parts. Admission uses AAT or AUSAT, portfolio review and a personal interview. The page does not publish a seat count for this BFA. NIRF UG 4-year data shows INR 5.70 LPA median pay and 92% placement across the university group.

Alliance University BFA Painting and Sculpture Fees

The total fees with hostel is INR 22 Lakhs while the fees without hostel is INR 14 Lakhs. The tuition-linked fee is INR 13.75 Lakhs. You pay registration once and then four large parts. The university fixes the fee for the 2027 to 2031 batch. Hostel and meals add INR 8 Lakhs if you take a room.

Fee headAmountHow it is charged
Registration feeINR 25,000One time, as per admission cycle
First partINR 3.25 LakhsOne time, after provisional offer
Second partINR 3.50 LakhsOne time, 15 May 2028
Third partINR 3.50 LakhsOne time, 15 May 2029
Fourth partINR 3.50 LakhsOne time, 15 May 2030
Hostel and mealsINR 8 LakhsINR 1 Lakh for six months, 8 times
Total, no hostelINR 14 LakhsFull course
Total with hostelINR 22 LakhsFull course

Alliance University BFA Painting and Sculpture Admission Dates

The BFA 2027 fee PDF was posted on 3 Sep 2026. The application form is expected to stay open till Mar 2027. AAT or AUSAT, portfolio review and interview follow before the offer letter and fee payment.

EventDateStatus
Application form opens3 Sep 2026Over
Application form, last date to applyMar 2027Tentative
AAT or AUSAT testApr 2027Tentative
Portfolio upload and screeningApr 2027Tentative
Personal interviewMay 2027Tentative
Selection result and offer letterMay 2027Tentative
Registration fee, last dateMay 2027Tentative
Reporting and document checkJul 2027Tentative
Classes startJul 2027Tentative

Alliance University BFA Painting and Sculpture Eligibility

The table asks for Class 12 from a recognized board and 50% marks. SC and ST students get a 5% relaxation. You also need AAT or AUSAT, a portfolio and an interview. If your marks are lower, ask the admission office before you pay.

RequirementWhat you need
Class 12 boardRecognized board or council
Class 12 marks50% for General
SC or ST relaxation5% relaxation
Admission routeAAT or AUSAT, portfolio review and interview

Alliance University BFA Painting and Sculpture Admission Process

Step 2 is the INR 1,000 application fee, and Step 5 is the interview and offer step. The table starts with the online form and ends with offer acceptance. You submit the form first. The admission team then checks your profile and gives the offer. If you miss the fee date, you lose the seat.

StepWhat you do
1. Submit online formFill the form on the university portal
2. Pay application feePay INR 1,000 for Indian nationals
3. Take AAT or AUSATUse the test route named by the university
4. Show portfolioShare sketches, artworks or creative ideas
5. Attend interviewExplain your work and accept the offer if selected

Alliance University BFA Painting and Sculpture Cutoff

The university has not published a closing score for this BFA. The selection table uses portfolio, AAT or AUSAT and interview, not a public rank. Your best signal is a clear portfolio and meeting the 50% Class 12 mark rule.

CategoryClosing score or rankRound and year
GeneralNot publishedBFA admission 2027
SCNot publishedBFA admission 2027
STNot publishedBFA admission 2027
EWSNot publishedBFA admission 2027

Alliance University BFA Painting and Sculpture Placements

NIRF UG 4-year data shows INR 5.70 LPA median pay and 92% placement across the university group. Course-only BFA pay is not published. The course page names art galleries, design studios, creative agencies, NGOs and cultural institutions for support.

MetricValue
Median payINR 5.70 LPA, UG 4-year data
Placement rate92%
Course placement figureNot published
Work areasGalleries, studios, agencies, NGOs and culture groups

Alliance University BFA Painting and Sculpture Scholarships

The shown schemes cut the tuition-linked fee by INR 68,750 to INR 6.88 Lakhs. The 50% merit waiver and differently-abled waiver give the biggest cut. Most routes need Class 10 and Class 12 marks, and some need entrance score proof.

ScholarshipWho can get itAmount or waiver
Special Merit ScholarshipClass 10 and Class 12 at 90% or above50% tuition fee waiver
Special Merit ScholarshipClass 10 and Class 12 at 80% or above40% tuition fee waiver
SC or ST scholarshipClass 10 and Class 12 at 60% and entrance score at 70%20% tuition fee waiver
Domicile scholarshipClass 10 and Class 12 at 60% and entrance score at 70%5% tuition fee waiver

Alliance University BFA Painting and Sculpture Ranking

Alliance University has NAAC A+ and UGC status. NIRF 2025 lists the university in Management at #71 and Law at #20. These ranks are not Fine Arts ranks, but they show the university data filed for national ranking.

Ranking bodyYearRank or grade
NAAC2026A+
NIRF Management2025#71
NIRF Law2025#20
UGC2026Private university

Alliance University BFA Painting and Sculpture Course Structure

Eight semesters cover drawing, painting, sculpture, art history, applied arts, digital media, portfolio work and capstone. Year 1 starts with foundation courses. Later years move into studio practice and track courses in painting, sculpture or visual communication.

YearWhat you study
Year 1Foundation courses, writing, society and language electives
Year 2Drawing, painting, sculpture, design and art history
Year 3Applied arts, advanced painting, sculpture and track courses
Year 4Portfolio, open studio, experimental media and capstone

Alliance University BFA Painting and Sculpture Hostel and Campus

Hostel fees start at INR 66,000 for six months and a common choice costs INR 1 Lakh for six months. Meals and laundry are included for six months. Rooms are allotted on first come first served basis, subject to availability.

ItemDetail
CampusAnekal, Bengaluru
Hostel feeINR 66,000 to INR 1.44 Lakhs for six months
Common hostel estimateINR 1 Lakh for six months
Meals and laundryIncluded for six months

Should you pick BFA Painting and Sculpture at Alliance University?

This course suits students who want studio practice and can build a portfolio over four years.

Pick it if:
You want studio work: the course uses painting, sculpture, printmaking, installation and digital media across later semesters.
You want portfolio support: the final year has portfolio development, exhibition practice and a capstone project.
You meet the mark rule: 50% in Class 12 keeps you in the main admission pool for review.
You need fee planning: the INR 14 Lakhs fee is paid through registration and four parts.
Skip it if:
You want a fixed job path: course-only BFA pay is not published, so your portfolio decides more.
You avoid interviews: Alliance checks the portfolio and takes a personal interview before selection.
You need a low fee: the full fee is INR 14 Lakhs before hostel, so loan planning matters.
You missed the portfolio work: apply only after your sketches and artworks are ready to show.
Counsellor's advice
If your portfolio is ready and the fee plan works, take the interview seriously. If not, wait and improve the portfolio first.
BFA Painting and Sculpture Eligibility▾
Class 12: Pass 10+2 from a recognized board or council.
Marks needed: General students need 50% marks in Class 12.
Relaxation: SC and ST students get 5% relaxation in the mark rule.
Selection route: You need AAT or AUSAT, portfolio review and personal interview.
BFA Painting and Sculpture Admission Process▾
Apply online: Submit the university form and pay INR 1,000 as the application fee.
Take test: Appear for AAT or AUSAT as named by the admission office.
Show portfolio: Share sketches, artworks or creative ideas for review.
Attend interview: Explain your work and your course goal to the panel.
Pay and report: Pay the registration fee after the offer and bring original papers for checking.

BFA Painting and Sculpture Admission Dates 2027

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These are the official 2026 start details. Tap 2028 Session for expected dates of the next batch.

The 2028 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2027.
Over
3 Sep 2026
Application form opens
The university posted BFA 2027 fee and application details.
Tentative
Mar 2027
Application form, last date to apply
Submit the form before this expected last month.
Tentative
Apr 2027
AAT or AUSAT test
The test checks creative aptitude for this course.
Tentative
Apr 2027
Portfolio upload and screening
Keep sketches and artworks ready before the review.
Tentative
May 2027
Personal interview
Explain your work and why you want this course.
Tentative
May 2027
Selection result and offer letter
The offer letter tells you the first fee date.
Tentative
May 2027
Registration fee, last date
You lose the seat if the fee is not paid by the offer date.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Reporting and document check
Bring Class 10, Class 12, identity and offer papers.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Classes start
Studio and foundation courses begin after reporting.
Tentative
Sep 2027
Application form opens
The university is expected to post the next fee and application details.
Tentative
Mar 2028
Application form, last date to apply
Submit the form before this expected last month.
Tentative
Apr 2028
AAT or AUSAT test
The test checks creative aptitude for this course.
Tentative
Apr 2028
Portfolio upload and screening
Keep sketches and artworks ready before the review.
Tentative
May 2028
Personal interview
Explain your work and why you want this course.
Tentative
May 2028
Selection result and offer letter
The offer letter tells you the first fee date.
Tentative
May 2028
Registration fee, last date
You lose the seat if the fee is not paid by the offer date.
Tentative
Jul 2028
Reporting and document check
Bring Class 10, Class 12, identity and offer papers.
Tentative
Jul 2028
Classes start
Studio and foundation courses begin after reporting.

Source: Alliance University admissions and downloads. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Alliance University BFA Painting and Sculpture Fees 2027

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This is the full 4-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add hostel and living cost.

Registration fee
One time, as per admission cycle
INR 25,000
First part
One time, after provisional offer
INR 3.25 Lakhs
Second part
One time, 15 May 2028
INR 3.50 Lakhs
Third part
One time, 15 May 2029
INR 3.50 Lakhs
Fourth part
One time, 15 May 2030
INR 3.50 Lakhs
Add hostel + mess
Hostel and meals
Per semester × 8, INR 1 Lakh a semester
INR 8 Lakhs
Total course fee
INR 14 Lakhs
4 years · registration + installments, hostel not added
Total course fee
INR 22 Lakhs
4 years · registration + installments + hostel and meals
Education loan EMI
INR 23,605
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
41%
median first-year pay INR 5.70 LPA vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 37,093
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
26%
median first-year pay INR 5.70 LPA vs the full fee

Source: Alliance University fee and hostel fee PDFs. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Will your profile get you a seat at Alliance?

Pick your profile. The cutoff ranges here mean how close your profile is to the published selection rule.

Profile fit
Portfolio ready
Yes, you are in the right pool if you meet 50% marks and can show recent artwork. Apply early and keep your work file ready.
Marks ready
Almost there if your Class 12 marks meet the rule. Build a portfolio before the interview because marks alone do not finish selection.
No portfolio
Not yet for this course. The university checks creative work through portfolio review and interview before the offer.
EDITOR'S NOTE

There is no public closing rank for this BFA. Treat the portfolio and interview as the main filter after the Class 12 marks rule.

Sample Institute of Technology B.Tech CSE Scholarship Calculator

Answer two questions to see what you can claim. Confirm the final amount with the college.

Category
Annual family income
Scholarships you missedYou do not qualify on your answers. Tap to see why.▾

Each chip below says which answer blocked the scheme.

Special Merit 50% waiver
INR 6.88 Lakhs
State social welfare department
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: SC or ST, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answers
Special Merit 40% waiver
INR 5.50 Lakhs
Ministry of Education, through NSP
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: any category, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year, top 20 percentile in Class 12Apply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answers
SC or ST tuition waiver
INR 2.75 Lakhs
Sample Institute of Technology
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: EWS certificate, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a yearApply by Sep 2026
Not eligible on your answers
Domicile tuition waiver
INR 68,750
State backward classes welfare department
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: OBC-NCL, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Nov 2026
Not eligible on your answers
No scheme matches these answers. Ask the college about paying in parts and about education loans.
Estimated total waiver
INR 5.50 Lakhs
Your net course fee: INR 8.50 Lakhs
Estimated total waiver
INR 0
Your net course fee: INR 14 Lakhs
Estimated total waiver
INR 6.19 Lakhs
Your net course fee: INR 7.81 Lakhs
Estimated total waiver
INR 12.38 Lakhs
Your net course fee: INR 1.62 Lakhs
Estimated total waiver
INR 8.25 Lakhs
Your net course fee: INR 5.75 Lakhs

Alliance University BFA Painting vs similar colleges

Tap a college to see it next to Alliance University. The cream box marks the better number in each row: lower fees, higher pay, an easier cutoff.

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LPU
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Total fees4 years, no hostel
INR 14 Lakhs
tuition + admission
INR 12 Lakhs
INR 2 Lakhs less
INR 15 Lakhs
INR 1 Lakh more
INR 14 Lakhs
Same fee
INR 16 Lakhs
INR 2 Lakhs more
INR 10 Lakhs
INR 4 Lakhs less
Average paylatest UG 4-year batch
INR 5.70 LPA
median used as pay guide
INR 6.5 LPA
INR 0.8 LPA more
INR 5 LPA
INR 0.7 LPA less
INR 5.70 LPA
Same pay
INR 4.8 LPA
INR 0.9 LPA less
INR 6.2 LPA
INR 0.5 LPA more
Placement ratelatest UG 4-year batch
92%
557 of 608 students placed
88%
4 points lower
95%
3 points higher
84%
8 points lower
90%
2 points lower
89%
3 points lower
Closing rankClass 12 mark rule
50%
General minimum
50%
Same score
55%
5 points higher
45%
5 points lower
50%
Same score
60%
10 points higher
ROIpay against full fee
41%
average pay vs fee
54%
13 points higher
33%
8 points lower
41%
Same ROI
30%
11 points lower
62%
21 points higher
In short
If both offers are open, compare portfolio fit first. Srishti costs less here, but Alliance gives a broad university campus.
In short
If you want a design-led BFA, check the studio fit before the fee. RV costs more here, while Alliance keeps the lower fee.
In short
If fees and pay look equal, use portfolio review comfort to decide. Jain and Alliance look close on the printed numbers here.
In short
If cost is your main worry, Alliance is easier here. PES costs more in this table, so check scholarships before you pay.
In short
If you need the lowest fee, LPU looks cheaper here. If you want Bengaluru studios nearby, Alliance may suit you better.

Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.

FAQs on Alliance University BFA Painting and Sculpture

Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.

Should I take BFA Painting and Sculpture at Alliance University?▾
Yes, if you want four years of studio work and can build a portfolio. The course covers painting, sculpture, printmaking, installation and digital media. The full fee without hostel is INR 14 Lakhs, so check the EMI in the fee block before you accept the offer.
Is this BFA worth the fee?▾
It is worth it only if you use the studios and portfolio work fully. The fee is INR 14 Lakhs without hostel and INR 22 Lakhs with a common hostel estimate. Use the scholarship block first, then decide if your family can pay the rest.
What job can I get after this course?▾
You can aim for artist, sculptor, illustrator, curator, art educator, visual designer or creative agency work. The course page also names galleries, design studios, NGOs and cultural groups. Since course-only pay is not published, build a strong portfolio before placement season.
Should I join if I want a fixed salary job?▾
Be careful if a fixed salary is your first need. NIRF UG 4-year data shows INR 5.70 LPA median pay for the wider university group, not this course alone. Ask the career office about BFA recruiters before you pay the registration fee.
Who should skip this course?▾
Skip it if you do not want daily studio work or portfolio review. The selection route checks AAT or AUSAT, portfolio and interview. If you only want a desk job path, compare this course with a design or media course before you decide.
Is the portfolio more important than marks?▾
After you meet the 50% Class 12 rule, the portfolio matters a lot. Alliance says admission uses a creative aptitude test, portfolio review and interview. Keep finished artworks, sketches and process work ready before the interview call comes.
Should I wait a year to improve my portfolio?▾
Wait only if your portfolio is weak and the fee plan is not ready. The 2027 fee is INR 14 Lakhs without hostel. If you can improve your artworks and still apply next cycle, that can make the interview easier.
Is Bengaluru useful for this course?▾
Yes, Bengaluru helps if you look for galleries, design studios, agencies and culture groups while studying. The course still depends on your work file. Use internships, exhibitions and workshops from the first two years, not only in the final year.
Can I get a scholarship for this BFA?▾
Yes, Alliance lists merit, SC or ST, differently-abled, defence, sports and domicile waivers. The biggest listed waiver is 50% tuition fee waiver. Use the scholarship calculator above, then confirm the exact paper and renewal rule with the university.
Can I pay the fee in parts?▾
Yes. The 2027 fee PDF splits the INR 14 Lakhs fee into registration and four parts. The first large part is due after the provisional offer. Check the due date on your offer letter because missing it can cost the seat.
Is hostel compulsory for this course?▾
No published rule says hostel is compulsory for BFA. Hostel is allotted on a first come first served basis and depends on availability. A common hostel estimate adds INR 8 Lakhs over four years, so decide early if you need a room.
What should I check before paying the registration fee?▾
Check three things first: your Class 12 marks, your portfolio and the fee plan. The registration fee is INR 25,000 and the full fee without hostel is INR 14 Lakhs. Ask the admission office about refunds and hostel availability before payment.

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Alliance University Bangalore: 2 Answered Questions

Is the executive PGDM course from Alliance University recognized by WES Canada? Is it considered equivalent to a master’s degree?

Rupohi BhumikAlliance University (2019)

Someone I know recently got his PGDM degree evaluated by WES. To answer your question, the one-year PGDM diploma is not considered a master’s. My friend completed his Executive PGDM with Business Analytics as a specialization. Canada’s equivalent report for his degree is as follows. You can find the specification here and proceed accordingly. 

  • Credential Authentication: Documents will be sent directly by the institute.
  • Country: India
  • Credential: Postgraduate Diploma (Executive)
  • Major: Management
  • Awarded by: Alliance University
  • Status: Recognized University
  • Canadian Equivanalancy: Postgraduate Diploma (one year)

You can get your postgraduate degree evaluated by WES or IAQS. Hope this was helpful.

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I got admission to the MBA course at Alliance University, Bangalore. Is this a good choice?

Sagarika GuptaStudied at Alliance University (2019)

Master of Business AdministrationorMBAis one of the most popular post-graduate programs in India and abroad. Admissionto the course is granted on the basis of the AllianceManagement Aptitude Test (AMAT)exam. However, theuniversitygives preference to candidates with a score in CAT/XAT/MAT/CMAT/GMAT/KMAT/NMAT. One has to pay 13.5 Lacs in 2 year on an installment basis.

  • In 2020 Alliance University has been ranked 39 among the Management institutes by National Institutional Ranking Framework(NIRF).
  • The faculty consists of highly experienced and qualified professors who belong from IIT, IIM, NIT and other International Institutions. They have been mentoring students passionately and providing them the correct balance for theoretical and practical learning.
  • It has also been featured in "Great Indian Institutes” Forbes Indian Marquee Edition in association with skill tree knowledge Consortium and a great place to study in 2018.

The institute provides 3-6 months of internship programs for students before the final placements. Roles offered by Alliance School of Business are key account manager, relationship manager, HR business partner, assistant, strategic growth analyst e.t.c. MBA placements at Alliance University offered the highest salary package compared to other courses of INR 22.6 LPA, while the average salary was 7.6 LPA in the year 2019. More than 90% of students got placed in reputed firms. Their regular recruiting partners include names such as Amazon India, TATA Consultancy Services, Tech Mahindra, Wipro, Axis Bank, Decathlon and many more. Overall it is a good university and one would not regret after taking admission in this university.

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