Government College of Art and Craft

Government College of Art and Craft, Kolkata  Kolkata, West Bengal

Estd  ESTD 1864
Building  Public College
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Government College of Art and Craft , Kolkata

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Government College of Art and Craft (GCAC) is one of the oldest art colleges of India being established in 1864. It is affiliated to University of Calcutta and offers BFA and MFA program in several specializations such as Painting, Indian Painting, Sculpture, Graphic Design, Textile Design, Ceramic Art & Pottery, Printmaking etc. It has been accredited by the National Assesment and Accrediation Council. Admission in both the programs are based on merit. 

Government College of Art and Craft Highlights

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College

Government College of Art and Craft 

 

Affiliated to 

University of Calcutta

 

Established in

1864

 

Approved By

UGC

 

Admission mode

Online

 

Admission criteria

Merit 

 

Courses offered

 Undergraduate - B.F.A

Postgraduate - MFA

 

Official website

https://www.gcac.edu.in/

 

 

Government College of Art and Craft Courses & Fees

Government College of Art and Craft offers courses in arts which are Bachelors of Fine Arts and Master of Fine Arts. Below the eligibility criteria, fees, duration of both the courses are mentioned:

Courses

Eligibility

Fees

Duration

BFA

10+2 pass candidates

Rs 997 (1st year)

4 years

MFA

Must have passed graduation

Rs 2025 (1st year)

2 years

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Government College of Art and Craft, Kolkata FAQs

Q-1

Where is Government College of Art and Craft located?

Government College of Art and Craft is in Kolkata, West Bengal.

Q-2

Which courses are offered by the Government College of Art and Craft?

Government College of Art and Craft offers BFA and MFA.

Q-3

What is the eligibility criteria of BFA at Government College of Art and Craft ?

Candidates who have passed 10+2 are eligible to seek admission in BFA at Government College of Art and Craft.

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Which university is Government College of Art and Craft affiliated to?

Government College of Art and Craft is affiliated to the University of Calcutta.

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Is Government College of Art and Craft UGC approved?

Yes, Government College of Art and Craft is approved by the UGC.

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What is the age limit for government art college?

Government college of art and craft age limit for general category is 23 years and for SC/ST category, the age limit is 26 years.

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Is Government college of art and craft private or public?

Government college of art and craft is a public college established in 1864.

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What is the admission process for government colleges of art and craft?

The admission process for government colleges of art and craft usually involves filling out an online or offline application form, submitting academic transcripts and other required documents. Admission criteria is determined based on merit.

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What are the facilities available at government colleges of art and craft?

Government colleges of art and craft offers facilities like Library, Cafeteria, medical, and sports facilities.

Location & Contact Info

Phone Number
22522479
Address
Government College of Art & Craft, 28 Jawaharlal Nehru Road , Beside Indian Museum ,Kolkata, Kolkata, West Bengal, 700016

Recruiters

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Successful Alumni

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Nandalal Bose

Nandalal Bose was one of the pioneers of modern Indian art and a key figure of Contextual Modernism.

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Jamini Roy

Jamini Roy was an Indian painter. He was honoured by the Government of India the award of Padma Bhushan in 1954.

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Paresh Maity

Paresh Maity is an Indian painter. He is a prolific painter in a short career span.

Facilities Available

Government College of Art and Craft, Kolkata has a huge library for students with different collection of books and magazines.
Government College of Art and Craft, Kolkata has a canteen for students and staff with well maintained cleanliness and hygiene.