State University of Performing and Visual Arts

The State University of Performing and Visual Arts (SUPVA) was established in 2018 as Uttar Pradesh's first state university dedicated exclusively to performing and visual arts education. Located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, this Public institution represents a pioneering initiative in specialised arts education in India. The university operates as a State university, offering comprehensive programmes across multiple artistic disciplines including music, dance, theatre, film, visual arts, and design. Recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC), SUPVA aims to preserve, promote, and propagate India's rich cultural heritage whilst simultaneously embracing contemporary artistic practices and innovations. The State University of Performing and Visual Arts offers a diverse range of academic programmes spanning Diploma, Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and PhD levels across various artistic disciplines. The institution provides specialised education in classical and contemporary forms of music (Hindustani and Carnatic), traditional and modern dance forms, theatre arts, film and television production, painting, sculpture, applied arts, and design. The university follows a comprehensive admission process that includes entrance examinations, auditions, portfolio assessments, and interviews depending on the programme applied for. SUPVA conducts its own entrance test (SUPVA Entrance Test) for various programmes, whilst also considering merit-based admissions for select courses. With a commitment to excellence in arts education, the State University of Performing and Visual Arts has established itself as a premier institution nurturing artistic talent and fostering creative excellence. The university's faculty comprises accomplished artists, performers, scholars, and practitioners who bring extensive experience and expertise to guide students in their artistic journeys.