The University of Calcutta offers the Master of Music through the Department of Music, one of the oldest music departments at a NAAC A++ university in India. This two-year programme covers advanced musicology, Indian classical music traditions, notation, performance, and research methodology. Graduates pursue careers as performers, music educators, researchers, and cultural programme coordinators at universities and academies.
📋 Admission Status: Applications for the 2026-27 session of the Master of Music are processed through the Department of Instrumental Music and the Department of Vocal Music under the official admission notification on caluniv.ac.in, with the merit list and audition expected in July to August 2026.
Key Points
- NAAC A++ University of Calcutta, premier Indian music studies centre.
- Two-year M.Mus at the Department of Music, Kolkata.
- Total fees INR 19,575 for the two-year programme.
- Covers Indian classical traditions, musicology, notation, and performance.
- Leads to teaching, performance, and music research careers.
University of Calcutta Master of Music Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Tuition Fee (2 years) | INR 19,575 |
| Annual Tuition Fee | INR 9,787 |
| Application Fee (one time) | INR 200 |
| Total Programme Fee | INR 19,575 |
- Fee as per 2026-27 University notification, payable annually at the Department.
- Covers tuition, session, library, and performance charges. Exam fees billed separately.
- SC and ST candidates may apply for the WB Post-Matric Scholarship.
University of Calcutta Master of Music Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|
| CUET-PG 2026 Registration Last Date | January 25, 2026 |
| CUET-PG 2026 Exam | March 6 to March 27, 2026 |
| CUET-PG 2026 Result | April 24, 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | June 30, 2026 |
| PG Admission Notification | April 2026 |
| Online Application Opens | May 2026 |
| Merit List and Admission Test | July 2026 |
| Counselling and Document Verification | July 2026 |
| Classes Commence | August 2026 |
- Apply via caluniv.ac.in, the University of Calcutta PG admission portal.
- Merit-based on qualifying marks. Some departments hold a CU admission test.
- Valid CUET-PG score accepted where the department has opted in.
- Confirm seat via counselling, document verification, and fee payment at the Department.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Music (B.Mus) degree from the University of Calcutta or an equivalent recognised university with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks (45 percent for SC, ST, and OBC candidates).
- Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline and a recognised Sangeet Visharad, Sangeet Prabhakar, or equivalent qualification in Hindustani or Karnatic music from a recognised academy may also be considered subject to a qualifying audition.
- Final selection is based on the merit list prepared by the Department on the basis of qualifying degree marks, the practical audition score on the chosen specialisation, and an interview conducted by the Faculty of Fine Arts.
Admission Process
- Watch for the PG admission notification on the official University of Calcutta website at caluniv.ac.in or the dedicated PG admission portal of the relevant Department.
- Register on the PG admission portal with a valid email ID and mobile number and complete the online application form for the chosen subject.
- Pay the application fee online (INR 200 for General and OBC, INR 100 for SC, ST, and PwD candidates).
- Upload scanned copies of qualifying marks cards, identity proof, photograph, signature, category certificate, and any other documents specified in the admission brochure.
- Appear for the CU PG admission test or submit a valid CUET-PG score where applicable, and check the published merit list on the Department notice board.
- Attend counselling and document verification at the Department of the relevant subject and pay the admission and session fees to confirm the seat.
✓ Opt for this if
- Music graduates pursuing advanced Indian classical performance or research.
- Students targeting university teaching positions in music departments.
- Candidates seeking deep research in Indian musicology or ethnomusicology.
- Artists pursuing credentials for cultural organisation roles.
- Students based in Kolkata valuing academic tradition in music.
✗ Skip if
- Students seeking contemporary, pop, or electronic music production training.
- Candidates needing campus placement support and music industry recruitment.
- Those requiring formal conservatory or performance-accredited credentials.
- Candidates targeting film or commercial music composition careers.
- Students preferring a national music institution affiliated programme.
University of Calcutta Master of Music Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| West Bengal Post-Matric Scholarship | Up to INR 10,000 per year | SC, ST, and OBC students with family income below INR 2,50,000 per year |
| Swami Vivekananda Merit cum Means Scholarship | INR 12,000 per year (UG) / INR 18,000 per year (PG) | Students with at least 60 percent in qualifying exam and family income below INR 2,50,000 |
| National Scholarship Portal | Variable | Central and state government scholarships through scholarships.gov.in |
| Minority Community Scholarship | Up to INR 20,000 per year | Students from notified minority communities with family income below INR 2,00,000 |
| Kanyashree K3 | INR 2,000 per month | Female PG students continuing higher education in West Bengal |
- Apply for WB Post-Matric Scholarship at oasis.gov.in.
- Swami Vivekananda and Kanyashree K3 require 60 percent aggregate each semester.
- PwBD candidates receive additional fee concessions under the Rights Act.
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