JMI M.F.A. (Painting): seats, fee, entrance test and eligibility
M.F.A. (Painting) at JMI has 8 seats for 2026-27 and costs Rs. 15,400 a year. It is filled through JMI entrance test, 9 May 2026.
JMI admission 2027Coming soon
JMI has not released its 2027 admission prospectus yet. The official notification is expected soon, and this page will carry the 2027 seats and fees the day it is out.
- CUET UG 2027: CUET UG 2027 Registration Expected in First Week of January
- CUET PG 2027: no registration date is announced yet; the NTA notification is expected soon.
- NCET/ITEP 2027: no registration date is announced yet; the NTA notification is expected soon.
Below is how 2026-27 went: seats, fees, eligibility and tests of the last cycle. It is the latest official base to plan for 2027.
M.F.A. (Painting) seats and fee 2026-27
This programme has 8 seats. The fee is Rs. 15,400 a year, as the total payable.
Rs. 15,400 in the first year and Rs. 13,700 in the second year.
Of the seats in each programme, 30% are for Muslim applicants, 10% for Muslim women and 10% for Muslim OBC (non-creamy layer) and Muslim Scheduled Tribes; 5% are for persons with disabilities. JMI reservation rules.
M.F.A. (Painting) entrance test
Admission is through the entrance test held by JMI. For 2026-27 it was set for 9 May 2026, 02:30 pm to 05:15 pm. Shortlisted candidates are then called for an interview or group discussion. The list of selected candidates comes within 20 to 25 days of the test. The syllabus and paper pattern are on the university website.
M.F.A. (Painting) eligibility
One eligibility note covers programme codes M39, M40, M41. It is given here as printed; read the part that names M39 or this programme.
(M40-M41): Four Year B.F.A Degree course with at least 55% marks: For M39:Four Year B.F.A Degree course with at least 60% marks
More courses in the Department of Painting
B.F.A. (Painting)Certificate in Calligraphy Painting (Self-Financed), Part TimeCertificate in Painting (Self-Financed), Part Time
Questions about JMI M.F.A. (Painting)
How many seats are there in JMI M.F.A. (Painting)?
8 seats for 2026-27.
What is the fee for JMI M.F.A. (Painting)?
Rs. 15,400 a year, as printed for 2026-27. Rs. 15,400 in the first year and Rs. 13,700 in the second year.
How is admission to JMI M.F.A. (Painting) given?
Through JMI entrance test, 9 May 2026, 02:30 pm to 05:15 pm, followed by an interview or group discussion.
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