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Our industry-aligned programs have something for every aspiring artist and designer.
Bachelor of Visual Arts in Applied Arts
Eligibility: Candidate shall have passed 12th Examination in any stream (Science/ Commerce/Arts) with minimum 35% along with English subject from a recognized board.
Bachelor of Visual Arts in Painting
Eligibility: Candidate shall have passed 12th Examination in any stream (Science/ Commerce/Arts) with minimum 35% along with English subject from a recognized board.
Bachelor of Visual Arts in Sculpture
Eligibility: Candidate shall have passed 12th Examination in any stream (Science/ Commerce/Arts) with minimum 35% along with English subject from a recognized board.
Master Of Visual Arts in Art & Heritage Management
Eligibility: Candidate shall have completed Graduation from a recognized university.
Master of Visual Arts in Applied Arts
Eligibility: Bachelor’s Degree in Visual Arts with any Specialization or equivalent from a recognized University.
Master Of Visual Arts in Painting
Eligibility: Bachelor’s Degree in Visual Arts with any Specialization or equivalent from a recognized University.
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Centre of Excellence (CoE)
Officially designated as a Centre of Excellence by the Government of Gujarat, formally recognizes exceptional standards in academics, innovation, and research excellence.
Top 150 Universities Nationwide
Ranked among India's top 150 universities in the overall category, demonstrating comprehensive excellence across all academic parameters.
Top 50 Institutions in Impact Rankings
Parul University is committed to creating meaningful societal contributions through education, research, and community engagement.
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Accredited with the highest grade of A++ by NAAC, affirming Parul University's unwavering commitment to maintaining superior educational standards.
What is Happening Today at The Faculty of Fine arts
Careers in VFX: The Roles, the Skills and How to Start, Explained by Parul University Faculty
VFX artist isn’t just one job. It has many responsibilities – tools, skills, software, trends. This design guide will answer all your questions, explaining each role in detail. How can you go from a fresher to climbing the corporate ladder and to starting your own studio? Read ahead the full coverage!
The “Yahan Possible Hai” Spirit – Mahendra Singh Dhoni’s Journey Inspires Every Champion at Parul University!
Every iconic innings begins with a choice. Champions are remembered not for the noise they make, but for the decisions they stand by. Hence, India’s Favourite Cricket Legend – Mahendra Singh Dhoni embodies Parul University’s Yahan Possible Hai vision & spirit. It’s a movement where 70,500+ students discover that one bold choice can spark a lifetime of extraordinary possibilities!
Every Scholarship Pathway at Parul University Explained: Defence at 50 Percent for Retired and Deceased Dependents, Sports and Cultural Scholarships, Merit Pathways, Alumni 25 Percent, IIMUN 100 Percent, the ACPC Counselling Route for Gujarat Students, and How Combinations Work
Parul University scholarship pathways: Defence (40-50 percent for Gallantry, serving, and retired/deceased dependents), Sports, Cultural, Merit, Alumni (25 percent on select programmes), IIMUN Leadership Tour (100 percent for 10 students per edition), and ACPC counselling for Gujarat students.
Undergraduate Admissions in India 2026: A Career Guide
Undergraduate admissions in 2026 are giving students many career choices. They range from engineering and business to arts, design, healthcare, and aviation
16 Speakers, 4 Days, 11 Venues Across Mumbai: What Parul University’s Writers Tour Actually Looked Like From the Inside
Writers Tour 2026. 19-22 February. Parul University students from psychology, journalism, law, literature, pharmacy, and computer science met a Netflix India film head, a CNN News18 editor, an IAS officer at NGMA, Jaico Publishing’s editorial team, SNDT’s Vice Chancellor, a 24-book author at Indian Merchants’ Chamber, a standup comedian who writes financial humor, ad filmmakers, and Makarand Deshpande at Prithvi Theatre.
Every Parul University Course Mapped to the IIMUN Hyderabad Leadership Tour Sessions: A Complete Course- Finder Guide for Students Inspired by DRDO, Saina Nehwal, IIIT Hyderabad, Microsoft, Dr Reddy’s, and MCEME.
Eleven sessions. Eleven programme mappings. If Dr Anuj Kumar Varshney’s DRDO session inspired you, the course is B.Tech ECE or M.Sc Physics. If Saina Nehwal’s discipline appeals, look at B.PEd or Sports Scholarship.
Parul University Economics Review: What Finance Students Actually Learned After Visiting the RBI, SEBI, NSE, Morgan Stanley, NPCI, Godrej Capital, TransUnion CIBIL, and 10 More Financial Institutions, and How They Described It in LinkedIn Posts and 12 Plus Quora Answers
Maria Neemuchwala published 5 LinkedIn posts documenting the tour. 12+ Quora answers from students (Amandeep, Aditi, Isha, Lavanya, Maria, Parth, Raj, Sanya, Yuvraj, Prakhar) reference specific institutions and learning outcomes. Students consistently describe the tour as transforming textbook knowledge into operational understanding of how India’s financial system actually works.
How NSE Detects Market Manipulation, NSDL Holds Your Securities, Morgan Stanley Manages Global Risk, CIBIL Decides Your Credit Score, and 4 More Financial Institutions Showed Parul University Economics Students What Finance Looks Like Behind the Interface
Just imagine – you study at the best institute, get to travel while gaining exposure as well. Well, this is the sheer reality happening right at the Faculty of Economics Department of Parul University. During their recent tour of Economic & Finance, students met 8 different leaders from different institutions such as NSE, NSDL, Morgan Stanley, TransUnion CIBIL, Experian, Godrej Capital, HDFC MF, PwC. The stellar leaders have answered all their questions and have highlighted how Economics Function Globally!
What the President of JioStar Told Students About Why AI Cannot Invent the Theory of Relativity, Why JioStar Has 20 Times More Viewers Than Netflix in India, and Why Money Slips Away the Tighter You Hold It
Alok Jain, President of JioStar, IIT Delhi has worked across consulting, cement, automotive, telecom, turbine manufacturing, mining and sanitaryware before joining media after 15-16 years. JioStar – 20 to 40 crore viewers, Netflix India has less than 2 crore views. AI only works with information it already has, to create something new, you need human innovation and intuition. The greatest leadership tool is the courage to say – I Do Not Know. India is extremely diverse, what works for one thing won’t work for another. Read ahead the full coverage.
Former Slovakia’s Prime Minister Iveta Radicova In Conversation With The Students Of Parul University.
H.E. Iveta Radicova, first woman Prime Minister of Slovakia, at Parul University x IIMUN Global Perspective Series. Read ahead the full coverage.
Creative Writing Workshop at Parul University
Dr. Al Ryanne Gatcho (Hunan IST, China) taught 3 creative writing sessions at Parul University: story structure, publishing strategy, student story reviews. Mountain metaphor, Alice Munro, Ichigo Ichie.
What Fine Arts Students at Parul University Learn From 15 Master Artisans
Fine Arts at Parul University: 15 master artisans teach students directly. 28th-gen terracotta, 1000-year handmade paper (zero chemicals), Kutch copper bells, glass blowing, wood carving, tribal beadwork. Student workshops included.
A Grand Prix Cannes Winner’s Guide to Creative Practice: How Debojyoti Purkayastha Sketches Daily, Reads 5 Newspapers, Maintains 17 Diaries, and Turned Depression Into Ganesha Word Art
Beyond the Inspiration Compass and Four Masters discussed in his main session, Debojyoti Purkayastha shared an extensive set of daily creative practices at VVF 2026 that deserve standalone treatment.
The AAIBA Designs Portfolio: How Saurabh Chandekar’s Studio Drew Vespa With 85 Client Changes, Fused Apple’s Ringtone With Chennai Music, Designed 65 Acres of Saguna Bagh, and Created an 80-Foot Horlicks Illustration With a Mouse
After his session on creative philosophy, Saurabh Chandekar walked VVF 2026 students through the actual work. Every illustration AAIBA produces is drawn with a mouse. This is not a limitation. It is a choice.
Avenues and Challenges in Applied Arts 2026: What a Cannes Lions Winner and a Grand Prix Cannes Strategist Told Design Students at Parul University About AI, UI/UX Saturation, and Why Fundamentals Still Win
The Day 2 panel discussion at VVF 2026, moderated by Mithun Rodwittiya (Founder, 2Point5 Vadodara), brought Saurabh Chandekar (AAIBA Designs, Cannes Lions 2013) and Debojyoti Purkayastha (Ex VP JWT, Grand Prix Cannes) together to discuss the changing landscape of applied arts.
Beyond the Classroom with Practical Learning Tours!
From study tours to field visits, students gain first-hand insights into how the legal system operates.
A Unique Learning Experience With Flagship Fine Arts Events
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Vadodara Craft Week
Vadodara Craft Week celebrates India's artisanal heritage through hands-on workshops, exhibitions, and student–artisan collaborations. It showcases crafts like blue pottery and Tanjore painting while exploring their modern relevance. Students engage directly with master artisans, blending design thinking with tradition. The event is a cultural bridge between heritage and contemporary design education.
Placements That Shape Leading Careers Career opportunities that make you industry-ready
4-6 LPA
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60* LPA
Highest Package Offered
Soumya Dhakad
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A Unique and Research-Driven Learning Approach With Our Facilities & Resources for Fine Arts Research
Step into the boundless realm of artistic creation with our innovation-driven infrastructure. At Parul University, the Faculty of Fine Arts empowers bachelor's, master's, and doctoral scholars with cutting-edge facilities tailored to support impactful, studio-based, and interdisciplinary art research. From fully equipped painting studios to specialized sculpture workshops and digital art labs, every space is designed to transform abstract ideas into tangible, captivating exhibits and profound artistic statements.
Garment Construction Lab
Equipped with industrial machinery for mastering apparel creation and garment technology.
Textile and Weaving Lab
Encourages experimentation with fabric design, weaving techniques, and material innovation.
Sewing and Pattern Making Lab
Focuses on precise pattern development, cutting, and construction techniques integral to fashion design.
Draping Lab
Cultivates creative understanding of form and structure through fabric manipulation on dress forms.
Dyeing & Printing Lab
Explores color theory, textile treatments, and sustainable printing practices for innovative surface design.
Green Room
Serves as a preparatory space for performers, stylists, and designers during creative productions.
Oscar Lab
A multimedia post-production studio specializing in cinematic editing and visual storytelling.
Sound Lab
Offers professional-grade equipment for recording, sound design, and audio production.
24 Frames Studio
A comprehensive media studio fostering filmmaking, photography, and visual communication projects.
Apple Editing Lab
Provides cutting-edge Apple systems for creative editing and digital media production.
Woodland Workshop
Facilitates woodworking and material-based experimentation in furniture and product design.
Laser Cutting Laboratory
Enables precision prototyping and creative fabrication using digital cutting technologies.
Ceramic Studio
A space dedicated to ceramic artistry, material study, and form development.
Painting Studio
Encourages artistic exploration across traditional and contemporary mediums.
3D Printing Laboratory
Transforms digital designs into physical prototypes to support creativity in product development.
Screening Theatre
A professional space for showcasing films, documentaries, and multimedia student works.
Photography Studio
Equipped with lighting and editing setups for technical and creative photography training.
VFX Studio
Dedicated to visual effects, compositing, and animation, blending art and technology seamlessly.
Meet Your Distinguished Mentors & Guests
Across every sphere of knowledge, Parul University has hosted some of the world’s most distinguished thinkers and leaders. These dialogues bridge classrooms with boardrooms, laboratories with legislatures, and ideas with impact, shaping a new generation of globally aware learners.
Dr. S. Jaishankar
Minister of External Affairs, Government of India
Kiran Bedi
First Indian Woman IPS Officer, Former Lt. Governor of Puducherry
Gaur Gopal Das
Monk, Lifestyle Coach, and Author
Saina Nehwal
Indian Badminton Player
Shri Anand Kumar
Founder, Super 30
Dr. Neerja Birla
Chairperson, Aditya Birla Education Trust & Mental Health Activist
Guneet Monga Kapoor
Academy Award-Winning Film Producer
Srikanth Bolla
Indian industrialist and the founder of Bollant Industries
Dr. Vijay Bhatkar
Padma Bhushan & Padma Shri, Ex-Chancellor, Nalanda University
Dr. Joseph Muscat
Former Prime Minister of Malta
Dr. Lobsang Sangay
Former Sikyong (President), Central Tibetan Administration
R. Balki
Filmmaker & Advertising Visionary
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