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Postgraduate fine arts entrance · Jamia Millia Islamia · Department of Art History and Art Appreciation

JMI M.F.A. Curatorial Practices Entrance 2027–28: Eligibility, Syllabus & Coaching

Official eligibility, the 2026 test schedule, what to prepare and online or classroom coaching for the Jamia Millia Islamia M.F.A. Curatorial Practices entrance at Meer Sir Academy, Jamia Nagar.

Programme codeM93 (2026)
2026 test23 May · 2:30–5:15 PM
ModeSelf-financed
SelectionTest + interview / GD

Prepared by Meer Sir Academy faculty · Updated 25 October 2026 · Based on official JMI 2026–27 admission documents

Overview

About JMI M.F.A. Curatorial Practices

M.F.A. Curatorial Practices at Jamia Millia Islamia is offered by the Department of Art History and Art Appreciation as a self-financed programme. Admission is through JMI’s own entrance test, which in 2026–27 carried programme code M93.

The facts on this page come from JMI’s official Entrance Test Dates 2026–27. The 2027–28 notification has not been released yet; we will update this page when it is.

Shortlisted candidates are also called for an interview or group discussion before the final selection list.

Eligibility

Who can apply

For 2026–27: Four-year B.F.A. degree, or B.A. (Hons.) in Humanities, with at least 55% marks. Final-year students should check the prospectus for rules on appearing candidates.

What to prepare

What to prepare for the JMI M.F.A. Curatorial Practices entrance

The test is set at undergraduate level. Focus on these areas, and download Meer Sir Academy’s detailed syllabus PDF below.

  • History of Indian and Western art
  • Modern and contemporary art movements
  • Elements and principles of art and design
  • Aesthetics and art criticism
  • Practical skills in your specialisation
  • Portfolio and interview preparation
Exam dates

Entrance test: 2026 schedule and what to expect in 2027

2026–27 (official)2027–28 (expected)
Programme codeM93To be confirmed in the prospectus
Entrance test23 May 2026, 2:30–5:15 PMMay 2027
Selection listWithin 20–25 days of the testSimilar
Interview / GDWithin 10 days of the interview or group discussion, the selected list is displayedSimilar

The 2027 column is our estimate from the 2026 schedule, not an official date. Source: JMI University Entrance Test Dates 2026–27.

Sources

Official documents and our syllabus guide

Meer Sir Academy is an independent coaching institute. Admissions, tests and results are conducted by Jamia Millia Islamia.

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How we prepare you

Course-specific classesEach part of the M.F.A. Curatorial Practices entrance taught by subject faculty.
Regular mock testsTimed tests on the latest pattern, with performance review.
Study materialNotes, previous-year questions and topic-wise practice sets.
Doubt sessions & mentoringRegular doubt-clearing and guidance on the application form.

Preparation plan

  1. Start with the basics: history of Indian and Western art
  2. Cover modern and contemporary art movements and elements and principles of art and design next
  3. Make one-page revision notes for each area
  4. Practise MCQs topic by topic and review every wrong answer
  5. Take full-length timed mock tests from March
  6. Prepare a portfolio and practise for the interview
Fees

Coaching fee for M.F.A. Curatorial Practices

Meer Sir Academy coaching fee: Online ₹20,000 · Offline ₹30,000.

Next steps

Career and higher-study options after M.F.A. Curatorial Practices

  • Professional artist and illustrator
  • Art teacher and lecturer (after NET)
  • Galleries, museums and curation
  • Design studios and advertising
  • Art administration
  • Ph.D. and research
FAQs

JMI M.F.A. Curatorial Practices: common questions

Does Jamia Millia Islamia offer M.F.A. Curatorial Practices?

Yes. JMI offers M.F.A. Curatorial Practices through the Department of Art History and Art Appreciation (self-financed). Admission is through JMI’s own entrance test (programme code M93 in 2026–27).

What is the eligibility for JMI M.F.A. Curatorial Practices?

For 2026–27: Four-year B.F.A. degree, or B.A. (Hons.) in Humanities, with at least 55% marks.

When is the JMI M.F.A. Curatorial Practices entrance exam 2027?

JMI has not announced the 2027–28 schedule yet (as of 25 October 2026). In 2026 the test was held on 23 May 2026, 2:30–5:15 PM. Expect a similar window in May 2027.

What should I prepare for the JMI M.F.A. Curatorial Practices entrance?

Focus on history of Indian and Western art, modern and contemporary art movements, elements and principles of art and design, aesthetics and art criticism, practical skills in your specialisation and portfolio and interview preparation. Confirm the syllabus in the 2027–28 prospectus.

What is the coaching fee at Meer Sir Academy?

Online ₹20,000, offline ₹30,000, weekend batch ₹15,000 and 3-month crash course ₹12,000 for the 2027–28 session.

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