Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwD). Candidates may also need to participate in the IIM Mumbai Admission Test (IMAT), which includes a section on Artistic Intelligence.

Yes. Applicants are required to take the IMAT, jointly conducted by IIM Mumbai and KKALA. The test assesses management aptitude (language, reasoning, quantitative skills) and performing arts (music, dance, theatre, etc.).

• Online application with registration fee.
• IMAT entrance exam.
• Shortlisting for Personal Interview and live performance assessment.
• Final merit list announcement.
• Acceptance of the offer and seat confirmation through payment.

• Applications open: 20 December 2025
• Applications close: 20 February 2026
• PI & Performance Test: March 2026 (2nd–3rd week)
• Admission booking: April 2026
• Programme begins: June 2026

The programme consists of four modules:

• Modules 1–3: 180 hours each (18 credits each).
• Module 4: 60 hours, performance-based capstone project.
  Total: 600 contact hours / 60 credits.

• Module 1: KKALA campus
• Module 2: IIM Mumbai campus
• Module 3: Both campuses (shared delivery)
• Module 4: Performance-based project guided by faculty from both institutes.

• Certificate: After completing one semester.
• Postgraduate Diploma: After successful completion of the full one-year programme.

• Blend of creative practice and business skills.
• 600+ hours of experiential learning.
• Case studies, live performances, and a capstone project.
• Alumni status from IIM Mumbai & KKALA.
• Access to IIM Mumbai’s library and faculty expertise.

Yes. It offers flexible payment options (yearly or module-wise) and choices such as internships, research immersion, or entrepreneurial projects as part of the one-year framework.+

The one-time registration/application fee is ₹2,500 (non-refundable).

Graduates will develop entrepreneurial, leadership, and branding skills, positioning them to build sustainable artistic careers, scale their practice, and contribute to the growing creative economy