The National School of Drama is one of the foremost theatre training institutions in the world and the only one of its kind in India. It was set up by the Sangeet Natak Akademi as one of its constituent units in 1959. In 1975, it became an independent entity and was registered as an autonomous organization under the Societies Registration Act XXI of 1860, fully financed by the Ministry of Culture, Government of India. Training in the School is highly intensive and is based on a thorough, comprehensive, carefully planned syllabus which covers every aspect of theatre and in which theory is related to practice. As a part of their training, students are required to produce plays which are then performed before the public. The syllabus takes into account the methods of great theatre personalities who have shaped contemporary theatre in all its variety. The systematic study and practical performing experience of Sanskrit drama, modern Indian drama, traditional Indian theatre forms, Asian drama and western dramatic protocols give the students a solid grounding and a wide perspective in the art of theatre.
1. Bengaluru Centre: Kalagrama, Mallathahalli (Behind Bangalore University), Bengaluru - 560056
2. Sikkim Centre: Development Area, Gangtok, Sikkim - 737101
3. Tripura Centre: Nazrul Kalakshetra Complex, North Banamalipur, Agartala, Tripura - 799001
4. Varanasi Centre: C/o Nagari Natak Mandali Trust, r/o C-22/29, Kabir Road, Varanasi, UP – 221001
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
1) Graduation in any subject from a recognized University in India or Abroad.
2) Participation in at least 6 different theatre productions with attached document proof of the theatre experience i.e. certificate of participation, brochure, leaflet, newspaper clips etc.
3) Working knowledge of Hindi / English.
4) Recommendation letter from at-least one Theatre Expert,
AGE LIMIT as on 1.7.2021 Minimum 18 years Maximum 30 years
The upper age limit is relaxable for reserved category candidates as per GOI rules (5 years for SC / ST).
Medium of instruction: Hindi / English
RESERVATION FOR SC/ST/OBC (Non Creamy Layer)/ PwD and Other: Out of 26 seats, 4 seats are reserved for candidates belonging to the scheduled castes; 2 seats are reserved for scheduled tribes; 7 seats are reserved for OBC (Non Creamy Layer as notified by the Government) and reservation for PwD and others as per Govt. of India rules.
SELECTION: The selection is a two phase process. Due to the prevailing critical pandemic circumstances in the country, it has been decided to conduct online admission-cum-interview to above course for the academic year 2021-2024. An Expert Committee constituted by NSD will assess the aptitude and talent of the candidates and its decision will be FINAL and binding on all the candidates. Any CANVASSING in this regard will be treated as a disqualification. NSD also reserves the right to shortlist a number of candidates for the online interview as well as interactive session on the basis of its own evaluation of the candidates in theatre and allied arts. In the matter of admission of candidates, the decision of NSD will be final. In case of any legal dispute, it shall be subject to jurisdiction of High Court, Delhi.
FINANCIALASSISTANCE:
All selected students will be given a monthly scholarship of Rs. 9,500/- p.m. to meet their academic and related expenses.
PHYSICALFITNESS: The students selected for admission will be required to undergo a medical test for physical fitness in NSD campus/empanelled hospital whenever they join the on campus classes/activities in the School.
SPECIALIZATION FROM SECOND YEAR: The first year of study at the NSD is an integrated course. In the second year of the course, students are required to opt for specialization in two disciplines i.e. a) Acting, b) Design & Direction. The specialization opted in second year will continue in the final year.
Applicants can only apply online. Application form can be filled and submitted online along with necessary documents on the link available on NSD website OR www.onlineadmission.nsd.gov.in from September 3, 2021. Application fee of Rs.50/- is to be paid online through Net Banking, Credit Card or Debit Card. Last date of submission of online application is September 22, 2021. All the foreign nationals have to apply through Indian Council for Cultural Relations, New Delhi as per the norms in this regard.
Applicants who applied last year in February 2020 for the academic year 2020-23 and short-listed may need NOT TO APPLY AGAIN. List of short-listed candidates may be viewed on NSD website. NSD will also consider applications of last year's short-listed candidates, who have crossed maximum age limit this year, by giving them benefit of age relaxation.
The NSD reserves the right to start the classes/courses in online mode, if the situation does not become normal due to pandemic in the country as per instructions of the Government of India and it will be mandatory for the selected students to attend online classes /courses as planned by NSD authority as per syllabus as and when necessary. As soon as the situation is under control and clearance to this effect is received from Government of India, online classes will be automatically converted to on-campus training/academic program. Selected students would have to present their original testimonials as and when asked by the competent authority.
Please visit our website in connection with the complete information about admission process for the academic year 2021-2024. All applicants are hereby advised to visit the website regularly as all subsequent corrigendum/addendum/updates will only be uploaded on NSD website.
The Online Application forms will be available from: 3rd September, 2021
Last date for Submission of online application form is: 22nd September, 2021
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Essential Qualifications:
1. The minimum qualification shall be Graduation or equivalent degree in any discipline from a recognized University.
2. Sufficient knowledge of theatre with participation in at-least 4(four) productions.
3. Recommendation letter from at least one theatre expert.
AGE LIMIT: Minimum 18 years and maximum 30 years, 1st August, 2021. (The upper age limit is relaxable for reserved category candidates as per GOI rules (5 years for SC/ST).
RESERVATION FOR SC/ST/OBC (Non Creamy Layer)/PwD:
Out of 20 seats, 3 seats are reserved for candidates belonging to the SC; 2 seats are reserved for ST; 5 seats are reserved for OBC (Non Creamy Layer as notified by the Government) and reservation for PwD and others as per GOI rules.
SELECTION PROCEDURE:
The selection is a two-phase process. Due to the prevailing critical pandemic circumstances in the country, It has been decided to conduct online admission cum interview to the above course for the academic year 2021-2022.
An Expert Committee constituted by NSD will assess the aptitude and talent of the candidates and its decision will be FINAL and binding on all the candidates. Any CANVASSING in this regard will be treated as disqualification. NSD also reserves the right to shortlist candidates for the online interview/interactive sessions. However, if the situation become normal and to this effect, SoPs issued by Government of India/ State Government on Covid -19, NSD may take a decision to conduct interview/interactive sessions on campus. In the matter of admission of candidates, the decision of NSD will be final. In case of any legal dispute, it shall be subject to jurisdiction of High Court, Delhi.
SCHOLARSHIP:
Finally selected Candidates for the course are eligible for scholarship of Rs.6, 000/- per month for the academic year.
Applicants can apply online. Application form can be filled and submitted online along with necessary documents on the link available on NSD website from 12th August, 2021(or the date of publishing the advertisement). Application fee of Rs.50/- is to be paid online through Net Banking, Credit Card or Debit Card. Last date of submission of online application is 27th August, 2021 (or the date three weeks (21 days) after of publishing the advertisement).
Applicants who applied last year in July/August, 2020 for the academic year 2020-21 and shortlisted need NOT TO APPLY AGAIN. List of shortlisted candidates may be viewed on NSD website www.nsd.gov.in. NSD will consider applications of last year’s shortlisted candidates, who are age bar this year, by giving them benefit of age relaxation. If the situation does not become normal due to pandemic in the country/State, it will be mandatory for the selected candidates to attend online classes/ courses as planned by NSD authority. However, as soon as the situation is under control and to this effect, SoPs issued by Government of India/ State Government, online classes will be converted to on- campus training/ academic programme. The NSD reserves the right to start the classes / courses in online mode/on campus. Selected students would have to present their original testimonials as and when asked by the NSD, authority.
Please visit our website in connection with the complete information about admission process for the academic year 2021-2022. All applicants are hereby advised to visit the website regularly as all subsequent corrigendum/addendum/updates will only be uploaded on NSD website.
Acting Director
National School of Drama
New Delhi
The Online Application forms will be available from: 12th August, 2021
Last date of submission of online application is: 27th August, 2021 (5pm)
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Essential Qualifications:
1. Graduation in any stream from a recognized university in India.
2. Working knowledge of Hindi & English.
3. Participation in at least 4 (four) plays (Preferably Indian Classical plays/ performanceDrama, Dance & Music) with attached document proof of the theatre experience i.e. certificate of participation, brochure, leaflet, newspaper clips etc.
4. Recommendation letter from at least one theatre expert.
AGE LIMIT: - Minimum 18 years and maximum 30 years, as on 1st August, 2021. (The upper age limit is relaxable for reserved category candidates as per GOI rules (5 years for SC/ST).
RESERVATION FOR SC/ST/OBC (Non Creamy Layer)/PwD:
Out of 20 seats, 3 seats are reserved for candidates belonging to the SC; 2 seats are reserved for ST; 5 seats are reserved for OBC (Non Creamy Layer as notified by the Government) and reservation for PwD and others as per GOI rules.
SELECTION PROCEDURE:
The selection is a two-phase process. Due to the prevailing critical pandemic circumstances in the country, It has been decided to conduct online admission cum interview to the above course for the academic year 2021-2022. An Expert Committee constituted by NSD will assess the aptitude and talent of the candidates and its decision will be FINAL and binding on all the candidates. Any CANVASSING in this regard will be treated as disqualification. NSD also reserves the right to shortlist candidates for the online interview/interactive sessions. However, if the situation become normal and to this effect, SoPs issued by Government of India/ State Government on Covid -19, NSD may take a decision to conduct interview/interactive sessions on campus. In the matter of admission of candidates, the decision of NSD will be final. In case of any legal dispute, it shall be subject to jurisdiction of High Court, Delhi.
SCHOLARSHIP:
All selected and admitted students will be given a monthly scholarship of Rs. 6000/- per month to meet their training/academic and related expenses for the Academic Year 2021-22.
Applicants can apply online. Application form can be filled and submitted online along with necessary documents on the link available on NSD website from 12th August, 2021. Application fee of Rs.50/- is to be paid online through Net Banking, Credit Card or Debit Card. Last date of submission of online application is 27th August, 2021. Applicants who applied last year in July, 2020 for the academic year 2020-21 and shortlisted need NOT TO APPLY AGAIN. List of shortlisted candidates may be viewed on NSD website www.nsd.gov.in, www.varanasi.nsd.gov.in. NSD will consider applications of last year’s shortlisted candidates, who are age bar this year, by giving them benefit of age relaxation. If the situation does not become normal due to pandemic in the country/State, it will be mandatory for the selected candidates to attend online classes/ courses as planned by NSD authority. However, as soon as the situation is under control and to this effect, SoPs issued by Government of India/ State Government, online classes will be converted to on- campus training/ academic programme. The NSD reserves the right to start the classes / courses in online mode/on campus. Selected students would have to present their original testimonials as and when asked by the NSD, authority.
Please visit our website in connection with the complete information about admission process for the academic year 2021-2022. All applicants are hereby advised to visit the website regularly as all subsequent corrigendum/addendum/updates will only be uploaded on NSD website.
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Centre Director
National School of Drama
Varanasi Centre
The Online Application forms will be available from: 12th August, 2021
Last date of submission of online application is: 27th August, 2021 (5pm)
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