NMIMS School of Performing Arts: Admission 2026

NMIMS School of Performing Arts, Mumbai, established in 2018, is India’s first degree-granting music school under NMIMS and operates as a deemed-to-be university approved by UGC with a NAAC ‘A+’ accreditation. Located on NMIMS’s urban Vile Parle campus, the school offers a cutting-edge learning environment with modern classrooms, recording studios, jam rooms, auditorium, library, laboratories, cafeteria, medical facilities, and campus security. The institute combines rigorous academic training with intensive practical exposure, nurturing the next generation of performing artists. The academic programs at SoPA include three-year B.A. (Hons) degrees in Indian Music (Vocal/Sitar) and Western Contemporary Music (Vocals, Piano, Guitar, Drums), with selective admissions through auditions and NPAT-style evaluations. The curriculum integrates theory with practice, including monthly ‘Naad Expression’ performance series and 40-hour internships, guided by experienced musicians and industry experts. Small batch sizes ensure personalized mentorship, allowing students to develop both technical skills and artistic expression. Campus life at SoPA supports holistic development, with access to high-quality instruments, audio-visual libraries, rehearsal labs, and regular workshops and live concerts. Though there are no on-campus hostels, safe nearby accommodations are arranged by NMIMS, complemented by transport facilities. Students benefit from an environment that encourages creativity, collaboration, and professional growth. The school maintains a strong placement orientation, with 90% of students receiving career guidance for roles as performers, composers, arrangers, and educators in studios, production houses, and music institutes. With its world-class infrastructure, industry-led faculty, and innovative pedagogy, NMIMS School of Performing Arts stands as a premier destination for aspiring musicians and performers in Mumbai, blending tradition with contemporary music education.