Dept. of Music CSJM University was inaugurated in 2005. The department aims to provide quality education in both the aspects- theoretical & practical knowledge of music & bringing to its students an opportunity to grow them in different streams of Music.
Department of Music is running successfully for the last seventeen years. Many students have become Artistes, teacher & done Ph.D in music. The aim of the department is to provide high quality education in the field of music & extra curricular activities to make it career oriented. We put emphasis on practical as well as theoretical knowledge of music. Department is doing several academic works to contribute in the field of music. Our Alumni are doing well especially in the field of teaching. Many students are All India Radio Artistes.
Department Of Music
CSJM University, Kanpur
Duration: 3 Years (6 Semesters)
This program offers structured training in Tabla performance along with a foundational
grounding in the theory of Indian classical music. The course focuses on developing rhythmic
knowledge (Laya - Taal), accompaniment techniques, and skills in solo performance through
regular practical training and academic study. It prepares students for further study and
professional opportunities as performers, accompanists and music educators. For BPA (Tabla)
admission details and to secure your seat, kindly refer to the information provided below.
| Particulars | Admission Details |
| Duration | 3 Years |
| Program Mode | Regular |
| Specializations | Hindustani Music (Tabla) |
| Accepted Education Qualification(s) | Completion of 10+2 (High School) from a recognized board, preferably with an interest or background in the performing arts. |
| Seats | 20 |
| Fee Structure | ● BPA - 1st Year - 16,200/- ● BPA - 2nd Year - 15,800/- ● BPA - 3rd Year - 16,800/- |
| For more details | https://csjmu.ac.in |
Duration: 2 Years (4 Semesters)
This program offers advanced training in Tabla performance along with an in-depth study of rhythm and Taal in Indian classical music. The course focuses on rhythmic patterns, ancient and modern Taal systems, laya and layakari, and the study and reproduction of traditional compositions of Tabla and Pakhawaj. Through practical training, stage presentation and viva-voce examinations, students develop strong performance abilities along with deeper academic understanding of rhythm. The program prepares students for professional careers in performance, teaching, and research in Indian Classical music.
For MA (Tabla) admission details and to secure your seat, kindly refer to the information provided below.
| Particulars | Admission Details |
| Duration | 2 Years |
| Program Mode | Regular |
| Specializations | Hindustani Music (Tabla) |
| Accepted Education Qualification(s) | • Bachelor of Performing Arts (Tabla/ Pakhawaj) or Bachelor’s degree in Music/ Performing Arts (Tabla/ Pakhawaj) from a recognized university. OR • Graduate degree in any subject from a recognized university, along with Sangeet Visharad/ Prabhakar/ Vid/ Bhaskar in the concerned field (Tabla/ Pakhawaj). |
| Seats | 10 |
| Fee Structure | ● MA - 1st Year – 10,300/- ● MA - 2nd Year – 10,900/- |
| For more details | https://csjmu.ac.in |
Duration: 3 Years (6 Semester)
BPA (Theatre) -This program focuses on preparing the students for successfully navigating the ever-changing environment of highly competitive theatre, film and television industry through intensive training sessions along with strong theoretical understanding of new approaches to performance, presentation and production. For BPA (Theatre) admission details and to secure your seat, refer to the information below.
| Particulars | Admission Details |
| Duration | 3 Years |
| Program Mode | Regular |
| Specializations | Theatre Arts |
| Accepted Education Qualification | Completion of 10+2 (High School) from a recognized board, preferably with an interest or background in performing arts. |
| Seats | 20 |
| Fee Structure | BPA- 1st Year- 16200/-BPA- 2nd Year- 15800/-BPA- 3rd Year- 16800/- |
| For more details | https://csjmu.ac.in |
Duration: 3 Years (6 Semester)
BPA (VOCAL) -This program focuses on preparing the students for successfully navigating the ever-changing environment of highly competitive music , film and television industry through intensive training sessions along with strong theoretical understanding of new approaches to performance, presentation and production. For BPA (vocal) admission details and to secure your seat, refer to the information below.
| Particulars | Admission Details |
| Duration | 3 Years |
| Program Mode | Regular |
| Specializations | Vocal |
| Accepted Education Qualification | Completion of 10+2 (High School) from a recognized board, preferably with an interest or background in performing arts. |
| Seats | 25 |
| Fee Structure | BPA- 1st Year- 16200/-BPA- 2nd Year- 15800/-BPA- 3rd Year- 16800/- |
| For more details | https://csjmu.ac.in |
Duration: 3 Years (6 Semester)
Course Outcomes
This course provides foundational knowledge of Hindustani Classical Music through the study of Violin/Sitar, introducing students to its rich cultural heritage, essential terminology, and notation system. Students develop proper instrumental techniques, including correct posture, holding of the instrument in the Indian style, and appropriate hand placement. Through practical exercises such as bol patterns, alankars, paltas and basic jhala, they build coordination and technical proficiency. The course enables students to understand the grammatical structure of prescribed ragas and Taalas, the concepts of laya and layakari, and the performance practice of Maseetkhani and Razakhani gats with tans and jhala in basic ragas. By learning notation, students gain the ability to read, write and interpret compositions, while also becoming familiar with the structural aspects of instruments and the lives and contributions of eminent Hindustani musicians.
| Particulars | Admission Details |
| Duration | 3 Years |
| Program Mode | Regular |
| Specializations | Hindustani Music (Violin/ Sitar) |
| Accepted Education Qualification(s) | Completion of 10+2 (High School) from a recognized board, preferably with an interest or background in the performing arts. |
| Seats | 20 |
| Fee Structure | BPA - 1st Year - 16,200/-BPA - 2nd Year – 15,800/-BPA - 3rd Year - 16,800/- |
| For more details | https://csjmu.ac.in |
Duration: 2 Years (4 Semesters)
This program offers advanced training in vocal performance along with an in-depth study of raag and Taal in Indian classical music. The course focuses on ragas patterns, ancient and modern raag systems, sur and laya and the study and reproduction of traditional compositions of vocal. Through practical training, stage presentation and viva-voce examinations, students develop strong performance abilities along with deeper academic understanding of vocal . The program prepares students for professional careers in performance, teaching, and research in Indian Classical music.
For MA (vocal ) admission details and to secure your seat, kindly refer to the information provided below.
| Particulars | Admission Details |
| Duration | 2 Years |
| Program Mode | Regular |
| Specializations | Hindustani Music ( vocal ) |
| Accepted Education Qualification(s) | • Bachelor of Performing Arts ( vocal ) or Bachelor’s degree in Music/ Performing Arts (vocal ) from a recognized university. OR • Graduate degree in any subject from a recognized university, along with Sangeet Visharad/ Prabhakar/ Vid/ Bhaskar in the concerned field ( vocal). |
| Seats | 20 |
| Fee Structure | MA - 1st Year – 10,300/- MA - 2nd Year – 10,900/- |
| For more details | https://csjmu.ac.in |
Duration: 2 Years (4 Semester)
This program offers advanced training in Kathak dance along with an in-depth study of the theory and aesthetics of Indian classical dance. The course focuses on Laya–Taal understanding, intricate footwork (Tatkar), Abhinaya, traditional and contemporary Kathak repertoire, and the study and presentation of classical compositions such as Thaat, Aamad, Tukde, Paran, and Gat.
Through regular practical training, stage performances, choreography practice, and viva-voce examinations, students develop strong performance skills along with a deeper academic understanding of Kathak dance tradition. The program prepares students for professional careers as performers, choreographers, teachers, and researchers in the field of Indian Classical Dance.
For MPA (Kathak) admission details and to secure your seat, kindly refer to the information provided below.
| Particulars | Admission Details |
| Duration | 2 Years |
| Program Mode | Regular |
| Specializations | HINDUSTANI MUSIC (KATHAK) |
| Accepted Education Qualification | Bachelor of Performing Arts (Kathak) or Bachelor’s degree in Music/ Performing Arts (Kathak) from a recognized university. OR Graduate degree in any subject from a recognized university, along with Sangeet Visharad/ Prabhakar/ Vid/ Bhaskar in the concerned field (Kathak). |
| Seats | 20 |
| Fee Structure | MPA- 1st Year- 13300/-MPA- 2nd Year- 13900/- |
| For more details | https://csjmu.ac.in |
Duration: 3 Years (6 Semester)
This program offers structured training in Kathak dance along with a strong foundation in the theory of Indian classical dance. The course focuses on developing rhythmic understanding (Laya–Taal), graceful body movements, expressions (Abhinaya), and traditional Kathak repertoire through regular practical training and academic study. It helps students build skills in both solo performance and stage presentation. The program prepares students for higher studies and professional opportunities as Kathak performers, choreographers, and dance educators.
For BPA (Kathak) admission details and to secure your seat, kindly refer to the information provided below.
| Particulars | Admission Details |
| Duration | 3 Years |
| Program Mode | Regular |
| Specializations | HINDUSTANI MUSIC (KATHAK) |
| Accepted Education Qualification | Completion of 10+2 (High School) from a recognized board, preferably with an interest or background in performing arts. |
| Seats | 20 |
| Fee Structure | BPA- 1st Year- 16200/-BPA- 2nd Year- 15800/-BPA- 3rd Year- 16800/- |
| For more details | https://csjmu.ac.in |