TMFAU Chennai Admission 2026

Tamilnadu Music and Fine Arts University

Chennai, Tamil Nadu · TMFAU Chennai · Estd. 2013

UG Open PG Open PhD Open

TMFAU 2026-27 admissions at tnmusicfineartsuniv.in. Updated: 2026-05-11

About Tamilnadu Music and Fine Arts University

Tamil Nadu Music and Fine Arts University (TMFAU), established in 2013 by an Act of the Tamil Nadu state legislature, is a unique state university dedicated to the study, practice and propagation of Carnatic music, Bharatanatyam, Tamil traditional arts, visual arts and theatre. Located at Chepauk, Chennai, TMFAU is the first dedicated music and arts university of Tamil Nadu — preserving and promoting the rich Tamil performing arts heritage including Carnatic music, Bharatanatyam (one of India's eight classical dance forms), Tamil cinema studies and folk arts.

TMFAU has 11 faculties — Carnatic Music (Vocal, Veena, Violin, Mridangam, Flute), Bharatanatyam, Tamil Traditional Music (Mukha Veena, Nadaswaram, Thavil), Visual Arts (painting, sculpture), Folk Arts, Drama & Theatre, Indian Classical Music (Hindustani), Music Therapy, Music Composition, Music Production & Engineering, and Cultural Studies. Offers BFA, BMu, MFA, MMu, MPhil and PhD programmes.

Admissions through TMFAU-conducted aptitude test (audition/performance test) + interview. CUET UG/PG accepted for select theoretical programmes. PhD through TMFAU PhD entrance + research interview.

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Application fee: ₹600 (General) / ₹300 (Reserved) · Official site ↗

Entrance Exams

University-conducted entrance exam

TMFAU Aptitude Test

Conducted by Tamil Nadu Music and Fine Arts University

Aptitude test (audition/performance) mandatory for all UG and PG admissions in Carnatic music, Bharatanatyam, Tamil traditional arts, visual arts and theatre. CUET UG/PG accepted for select theoretical programmes. PhD through TMFAU entrance + interview.

Eligibility

UG (BFA/BMu): Plus Two pass + audition. PG: bachelor in relevant art + audition. PhD: PG 55% + entrance + research interview.

Important Dates

Event	Date	Stage	Portal	Status
TMFAU Application 2026	15 May 2026	—	tnmusicfineartsuniv.in	Upcoming
TMFAU Aptitude Test 2026	10 Jul 2026	—	tnmusicfineartsuniv.in	Upcoming
TMFAU Counselling 2026	15 Aug 2026	—	tnmusicfineartsuniv.in	Upcoming

How to Apply

Previous Year Cutoffs

Cutoffs will be published here once last year's data is verified.

Scholarships

Scholarships are available for eligible candidates at this university.

TMFAU scholarships, Sangeet Natak Akademi fellowships, Ministry of Culture young artistes scholarship, TN state cultural scholarships, Central Sector.

Reservations

TN state policy: SC 18%, ST 1%, MBC/DNC 20%, BC 30%, BC-Muslims 3.5%, EWS 10%, PwBD 4%.

Results & Merit Lists

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the admission process at Tamilnadu Music and Fine Arts University?

Tamilnadu Music and Fine Arts University admits students primarily through TMFAU Aptitude Test. After the entrance exam result, candidates register on the university's CSAS (or equivalent) portal, fill college and programme preferences, and accept seats round-by-round.

What is the application fee at Tamilnadu Music and Fine Arts University?

For 2026, the application fee is ₹600 for General/OBC/EWS candidates and ₹300 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.

When does Tamilnadu Music and Fine Arts University declare its cutoff?

Cutoffs at Tamilnadu Music and Fine Arts University are released after each round of seat allotment. CSAS/portal-based universities typically publish round-wise allocation lists; merit-based universities release a single merit list. Watch the Important Dates section above for exact dates.

Does Tamilnadu Music and Fine Arts University accept TMFAU Aptitude Test scores?

TMFAU Aptitude Test is the primary basis for admission at Tamilnadu Music and Fine Arts University. See the Entrance Exams section for details on accepted exams.