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Pearl Academy

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With an illustrious 31-year legacy, Pearl Academy reigns as India's leading institute in Fashion & Design, propelling students to soaring heights across creative domains. With more than 20 distinct courses, our campuses in Delhi-West, Delhi-South, Mumbai, Jaipur, and Bengaluru nurture creative brilliance.

With over three decades of empowering creative minds, Pearl Academy stands tall as a globally renowned institute, embracing entrepreneurship and employability with world as it platform. As the industry thrives amidst advancing technology and strategic shifts, the Academy, since its inception in 1993, has remained at the forefront, catering to ever-changing creative needs of the design, fashion, and retail industry.

Pearl Academy courses equip our graduates with the essential skill set to drive growth, innovation, and social development. Pioneering the Indian market, we blend hybrid learning and real-time lectures seamlessly, creating an engaging and effective learning experience for our students. The future awaits an intensely competitive market, and Pearl Academy continues to pave the way for excellence, ensuring that our graduates spearhead industry success with utmost confidence and prowess.

Selection Criterion & Admission Procedure

Step 1: Apply for the course

Applicants seeking admission to Pearl Academy are required to fill out an Online Application Form, which is available on the official Pearl Academy website. The form includes essential personal details, such as the candidate's name, contact information, choice of course, educational qualifications, and more.

Upon successful registration, candidates will receive an admit card that can be downloaded from the official website.

Note: The admit card holds unique passkeys that will be used for verifying your identity during the entrance examination.

Step 2 : Entrance Exam

To secure admission at Pearl Academy, candidates must complete the Written Entrance Examination, comprising two assessments:

  1. General Proficiency Test (GPT) - This test measures applicants’ skills in English Language, Logical Reasoning, Quantitative Ability, and Data Interpretation.
  2. Design Aptitude Test (DAT) - The DAT evaluates applicants on creativity, drawing, design prowess, observation and imagination skills, eco-consciousness, and effective communication.

Note: The assessment depends on the course you choose. Eg. Business courses allow you to opt for GPT only while Fashion and Design Courses allow you to opt for GPT + DAT.

Step 3 : Personal Interview

The written admission test is followed by a Personal Interview round that provides us with deeper insights into each applicant's qualifications and potential.

Applicants are also required to showcase their portfolio, which serves as a platform for evaluating their technical and conceptual proficiency, alongside their material handling skills. Your portfolio should reflect your unique ideas, creative spirit, willingness to experiment, and your skill in translating concepts into tangible designs.

Portfolio showcase & discussion on the portfolio will be part of the interview process.

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Important Dates

Admissions are open for Academic Year 2024 Apply Now

April 2024 Cycle
Last date to apply:15th April 2024 (Monday)
Admit card Publish:16th April 2024 (Tuesday)
Mode of Exam:Offline
Written Exam:20th & 21st April 2024 (Saturday – Sunday)
Mode of Personal Interview:Offline
Personal Interview:20th & 21st April 2024 (Saturday – Sunday)

ELIGIBILITY CRITERION

  • Bachelor's Degree: If you're aiming for an undergraduate degree program at Pearl Academy, a 10 + 2 pass certificate is the only requirement.
  • Master's Degree: To be eligible for a postgraduate degree program at Pearl Academy, you must have a bachelor's degree/diploma from a recognized university. It doesn't matter what field you studied in.
  • 11-Month Professional Course: Applicants seeking admission to the 11-month professional courses must be a minimum of 17 years old and have successfully completed Class X from any recognized educational board.

ACCREDITATION

Academic Year 2024 Intake

India's leading institute in Design, Fashion, Business, Filming, Gaming, and Interior Design is proud to announce that the students at Pearl Academy campuses to get UG/PG Degrees effective 2024 intake as enabled by CAES - Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth Development (RGNIYD) by the Act of Parliament No. 35/2012 under the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India. The RGNIYD was set up in 1993 under the Societies Registration Act, XXVII of 1975.

The RGNIYD is an Institution of National Importance established by the Government of India in 1993. It is a premier institution for youth development, research, and training. The RGNIYD offers a wide range of academic programs, including undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in various disciplines related to youth development.

Through this landmark opportunity, Pearl Academy students will also benefit from the RGNIYD's strong focus on research and innovation. We can now anticipate a significant development for the creative industries in India, leading to a new generation of highly skilled and innovative professionals who can propel the sector forward.

Bachelor's Programs

Accreditation Timeline -Pearl Academy

Pearl Academy offers 3-year and 4-year Bachelor's programs. Students enrolled in these programs are eligible to receive a degree after their successful completion.

However, if students wish to pursue an Indian or international degree program, Pearl Academy facilitates admission into the same, details of which are as follows:

International Bachelor's Degree

On completion of the Advanced Degree, Pearl Academy students have an option to pursue a Bachelor's degree program from some of the renowned international universities with which Pearl Academy has academic collaborations. These are Nottingham Trent University, University of Derby, Manchester Metropolitan University, University of Creative Arts and Torrens University Australia. Pearl Academy facilitates the enrolment of eligible students in the final year of the Bachelor's degree programs at these universities based on a recognition of and transfer of credits. Students graduate with a degree from the International University.

However, students should note that an international degree is presently not equivalent to an Indian degree as per Association of Indian Universities (AIU) and hence, they will not be able to pursue a master's degree in India unless they have completed the distance education degree facilitated by Pearl.

Students with international degrees are accepted by private and international organizations /MNCs for employment.

Master's Programs

Students studying at Pearl Academy campuses will be offered Rajeev Gandhi National Institute of Youth Development (RGNIYD) degrees through Creative Arts Education Society (CAES), an implementation partner of RGNIYD. Pearl Academy is a unit of CAES.

International /Industry Exposure
Global Immersion

We provide 2 Week International Exposure for all Bachelor’s students enrolled at Pearl Academy. It constitutes:

  • Cultural Exposure: Immerse yourself in diverse cultures, broadening your global perspective and enhancing cross-cultural understanding.
  • University Certified Workshops: Participate in workshops endorsed by prestigious universities, gaining valuable certifications in various disciplines.
  • Real-Time Industry Exposure: Engage with real-world industry practices, learn from professionals, and stay abreast of current trends.
  • Museum Workshops: Explore and learn through interactive workshops at museums, fostering a deeper appreciation for art, history, and culture.

All students pursuing Bachelor's and master's programs at Pearl Academy receive multiple opportunities to gain international industry exposure through international student exchange programs, master classes by global experts, familiarization trips to manufacturing units, export houses, fashion houses and access to international fashion weeks etc.

Disclaimer:

Pearl Academy (“Academy”) reserves the right to cancel a course before or after its commencement of course by giving a notice, at any time due to any internal technical or administrative reasons or due to insufficient strength of the course. If Academy cancels a course, you will be eligible for a full refund of the course fee. Academy may also offer a transfer to another course as an alternative, subject to payment or refund of any difference in course fees.

Academy will process any refund due as soon as possible and, in any case, within 45 days of notice of cancellation. The refund will be made using the same method of payment that you originally used to make your course booking unless otherwise expressly agreed with you.

Academy will make all reasonable efforts to deliver the course as outlined on Academy’s site and in any brochure or published material. However, Academy reserves the right to:

a. Alter the timetable, location or presenters specified for a course; and

b. Make reasonable amendments to the content and syllabus of a course, when necessary.

Academy reserves the right to cancel your course booking in Academy’s absolute discretion, and refund all fees paid by you, irrespective of whether the course itself is to proceed, without any further liability on our part.

Academy also reserves the right to exclude you from any course before or after its commencement of course, if in Academy’s absolute discretion Academy considers that you are impeding the provision of the course or other of Academy’s activities, or your presence is bringing or threatening to bring the Academy or any part of it or its subsidiaries into disrepute. In these circumstances, Academy will refund all fees paid by you but will have no further liability to you in respect of such termination or exclusion.

REFUND POLICY:

Refunds from the course shall be made as per the Guideline on Refund of Fees to Students available on the website:

- Fee Undertaking & Refund Policy for Bachelor's and Master's Programs- Pearl
- Fee Undertaking & Refund Policy for 11-Month Professional Courses- Pearl

LATERAL ENTRY THROUGH ACCREDITATION OF PRIOR LEARNING

APL (Accreditation of Prior Learning) is a process for assessing and recognizing one's prior experiential learning or certificated learning for academic purposes in the creative domain. Pearl Academy offers admissions under the APL entry scheme for students with advanced standing in the creative field.

General Information

Students studying in other creative colleges or universities may apply for lateral admission to Pearl Academy via the Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) or the Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) entry. Pearl’s APL Admission Panel will assess candidates under this criteria and – if selected – will call them directly for a personal interview and will offer them a seat in respective levels post assessing their learning outcome.

Documents To Be Submitted

  • Duly filled and signed APEL application form along with a duly filled SOP (enclosed)
  • Official Transcripts of your qualifications (attested photocopies)
  • Copies of 10th & 12th Class mark sheets
  • Portfolio link or file

OUR HOSTELS

Pearl Academy provides comfortable accommodation for its students through a partnership with YOUR SPACE at @ Delhi West; Delhi South and Bengaluru. A second home that ensures students live their college lives in a healthy, safe, and conducive environment.

IN-ROOM AMENITIES:
  • 24 hours property manager
  • 24×7 WiFi
  • Air Conditioner
  • CCTV camera
  • Common recreation area
  • Community activities
  • Hot meals
  • Housekeeping
  • Security guard

Bachelor’s & Master’s Degree Programs

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11-Months Professional Courses

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INTERNATIONAL TRANSFER

Pearl Academy extends the Bachelor's Progression option to all undergraduate students, providing them with the chance to pursue an international degree through our academic partner universities. Upon successful completion, students will be awarded a bachelor's degree from their respective partner university. This opportunity is available after completing the Advanced Diploma level, with Pearl Academy facilitating students in the enrollment process during the final year stage of an International Partner University.

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PLACEMENTS

The institution has a robust and dedicated placement cell. With over 700 prestigious companies including Walt Disney, Accenture, and IBM, consistently seeking our top-notch talent, our students have ample opportunities to kickstart their careers. We also attract international recruiters, providing our students with global exposure. At Pearl Academy, we believe in nurturing success and recognising talent. Our commitment to our students extends beyond graduation. We provide comprehensive lifetime placement support to our valued alumni, ensuring they continue to thrive in their respective fields. Our focus is on developing a world-class pool of young professionals, evident in our exceptional 99% placement record in 2022.

Placement Process

The placement process at Pearl Academy is a carefully curated journey that aims to provide students with the best possible opportunities for their career growth. Through the dedicated efforts of our faculty and placement team, we strive to ensure that student's career interests are perfectly aligned and that they are well-prepared to achieve their career goals.

Our Recruiters

Fashion
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Business
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Communication Design
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Product
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Gaming
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Fees

For information related to Fees Structure, Kindly visit - https://www.pearlacademy.com/admissions/fee-structure

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS

  • Pearl Academy is a unit of "Creative Arts Education Society", a society registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860, New Delhi.
  • Candidates applying online are required to apply through the Admissions 2024 Portal (ADMISSIONS - 2024) on the official home page of Pearl Website (www.pearlacademy.com). Please read the Guidelines for Applying carefully before applying.
  • Candidates can apply through the Online mode using either Debit/Credit Card or Demand Draft.
  • Application fee of Rs. 1500/- is to be paid using Credit Card / Debit Card / Demand Draft. Please keep your Credit Card / Debit Card / ready with you before applying.
  • Candidates are required to Register Online using a Valid e-mail ID before applying.
  • Candidates can also apply through Offline mode by purchasing a hard copy of Application form the Pearl Academy campuses
  • Candidates appearing in their final examinations can also apply provisionally.
  • Pearl Academy ("Academy") reserves the right to cancel a course before or after its commencement by giving a notice, at any time due to any internal technical or administrative reasons or due to insufficient strength of the course. If Academy cancels a course, you will be eligible for a full refund of the course fee. Academy may also offer a transfer to another course as an alternative, subject to payment or refund of any difference in course fees. Academy will process any refund due as soon as possible and, in any case, within 45 days of notice of cancellation. The refund will be made using the same method of payment that you originally used to make your course booking unless otherwise expressly agreed. Academy will make all reasonable efforts to deliver the course as outlined on Academy's site and in any brochure or published material. However, Academy reserve the right to:
    • (a) Alter the timetable, location or presenters specified for a course; and
    • (b) Make reasonable amendments to the content and syllabus of a course, when necessary.
  • Academy reserve the right to cancel your course booking in Academy's absolute discretion, and refund all fees paid by you, irrespective of whether the course itself is to proceed, without any further liability on our part. Academy also reserves the right to exclude you from any course before or after its commencement of course, if in Academy's absolute discretion Academy consider that you are impeding the provision of the course or other of Academy's activities, or your presence is bringing or threatening to bring the Academy or any part of it or its subsidiaries into disrepute. In these circumstances, Academy will refund all fees paid by you but will have no further liability to you in respect of such termination or exclusion.
  • Pearl Academy reserves the right to cancel / add / change any entrance test center(s) due to administrative reasons. Other centers may also be added and such information, as well as the exact location of the centers, will be notified later.
  • Admit cards for Written Test & Personal Interviews for both admission cycles will be available 4 days before the Written Test. Candidates are required to download Admit Cards from Pearl Website only. Please check Pearl website regularly for updates.

About Campuses

Bengaluru campus

Pearl Academy's newest campus in Bengaluru is in the heart of the start-up culture, IT, tech and entertainment industry. In the 2 years since its inception, its students have made big waves across industries. Enabled by Creative Arts Education Society (CAES) - RGNIYD MoU, students at Pearl Academy campuses will get Undergraduate and Post Graduate Degrees, effective 2024 intake.

At Pearl Academy Bengaluru, for 2022 & 2023 batch, students have been awarded a Professional Diploma from Pearl Academy and a degree from Bengaluru City University. College Code.: P20GLD0291. This is valid for 2022 & 2023 cohorts only.

Delhi-South campus

Located in the cultural hub of the capital city, Pearl Academy's new campus in South Delhi offers a plethora of opportunities to students. The campus is very well connected to prime locations and provides the perfect environment for creative aspirants.

Delhi-West campus

Spread across 100,000 sq. ft., the campus is designed around the needs of design students, providing them with a contemporary creative canvas.

Jaipur campus

Our Jaipur campus has a legacy of 15 years of creative impact. Recognized as the 2nd best private institute for Fashion Design, it has been ranked in top 5 institutes for three years consecutively by India Today.

Enabled by Creative Arts Education Society (CAES) - RGNIYD MoU, students at Pearl Academy campuses will get Undergraduate and Post Graduate Degrees, effective 2024 intake.

Students (the 2020, 2021, 2022 & 2023 cohorts) who enrolled at Pearl Academy Jaipur will be awarded a Professional Diploma from Pearl Academy and are eligible to get a B.Des. Degree from Rajasthan ILD Skill University (RISU). This is valid for 2020, 2021, 2022 & 2023 cohorts only.

Mumbai campus

In its pursuit of providing some of creating Complete Design Professionals to the industry, our Mumbai campus is well-equipped with labs for media, fashion, and design studies. In its pursuit of providing some of creating Complete Design Professionals to the industry, our Mumbai campus is well-equipped with labs for media, fashion, and design studies.

In its pursuit of providing some of creating Complete Design Professionals to the industry, our Mumbai campus is well-equipped with labs for media, fashion, and design studies.

WHAT PROGRAM DO THEY OFFER? ANNUAL INTAKE?

https://www.pearlacademy.com/programs

KEY HIGHLIGHTS

With an illustrious 31-year legacy, Pearl Academy reigns as India's leading institute in Fashion & Design, propelling students to soaring heights across creative domains. With more than 20 distinct courses, our campuses in Delhi-West, Delhi-South, Mumbai, Jaipur, and Bengaluru nurture creative brilliance.

Our Legacy

With over three decades of empowering creative minds, Pearl Academy stands tall as a globally renowned institute, embracing entrepreneurship and employability with world as it platform. As the industry thrives amidst advancing technology and strategic shifts, the Academy, since its inception in 1993, has remained at the forefront, catering to ever-changing creative needs of the design, fashion, and retail industry.

Pearl Academy courses equip our graduates with the essential skill set to drive growth, innovation, and social development. Pioneering the Indian market, we blend hybrid learning and real-time lectures seamlessly, creating an engaging and effective learning experience for our students. The future awaits an intensely competitive market, and Pearl Academy continues to pave the way for excellence, ensuring that our graduates spearhead industry success with utmost confidence and prowess.

Awards

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HOW TO APPLY

Apply for the course

Applicants seeking admission to Pearl Academy are required to fill out an online Online Application Form, which is available on the official Pearl Academy website. The form includes essential personal details, such as the candidate's name, contact information, choice of course, educational qualifications, and more.

Upon successful registration, candidates will receive an admit card that can be downloaded from the official website.

Note: The admit card holds unique passkeys that will be used for verifying your identity during the entrance examination.

FEE STRUCTURE

https://www.pearlacademy.com/admissions/fee-structure

Global Immersion

We provide 2 Week International Exposure for all Bachelor’s students enrolled at Pearl Academy. It constitutes:

  • Cultural Exposure:C Immerse yourself in diverse cultures, broadening your global perspective and enhancing cross-cultural understanding.
  • University Certified Workshops: Participate in workshops endorsed by prestigious universities, gaining valuable certifications in various disciplines.
  • Real-Time Industry Exposure: Engage with real-world industry practices, learn from professionals, and stay abreast of current trends.
  • Museum Workshops: Explore and learn through interactive workshops at museums, fostering a deeper appreciation for art, history, and culture.

Placement record for recent years

Pearl has an excellent record of 99% placements in 2022. Placements and internships are handled through a centralized Career Services Department. Various brands from industry participate regularly in the campus placements and internships.

https://www.pearlacademy.com/student-outcome/placements
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Pearl Academy Contact

Bengaluru

Situated amidst the thriving start-up culture, IT, entertainment, and business sectors, Pearl Academy's latest campus in Bengaluru has rapidly established itself. Within just 2 years, its students have created significant ripples in the creative realm. Graduates of Pearl Academy Bengaluru receive a Professional Diploma from Pearl Academy and, starting from 2022, a degree conferred by Bengaluru City University.

Address: No. 31, Residency Road, Next to the Opera House, Opposite to the Gateway Hotel, Bengaluru- 560025

Contact Number :
Shruti Betageri: 9311311082
Helpline:1800 103 3005

Bengaluru
Jaipur

Distinguished as the second-best private institute for Fashion Design by India Today, for 3 consecutive years, our Jaipur campus carries a 15-year legacy of creative impact. Students joining Pearl Academy Jaipur will be granted a Professional Diploma from Pearl Academy, and from 2020 onwards, they are eligible for a B.Des. Degree from Rajasthan ILD Skill University (RISU). Pearl Academy Jaipur is an approved affiliated institute of RISU, a pioneering government vocational skills university recognised by UGC.

Address: SP-38A RIICO Industrial Area, Delhi Road, Kukas, Jaipur-302028

Contact Number :
Khushboo Phutela: 9214077765
Helpline:1800 103 3005

Jaipur
Mumbai

Dedicated to producing accomplished Complete Design Professionals for the industry, our Mumbai campus is thoughtfully equipped with state-of-the-art labs catering to media, fashion, and design studies.

Address: SM Center, Andheri Kurla Road, Next to Marol Metro Station, Andheri (East), Mumbai – 400059

Contact Number :
Ruchika Sharma: 8928636250
Helpline:1800 103 3005

Mumbai
Delhi West

Encompassing a sprawling 100,000 sq. ft., the campus is meticulously tailored to cater to the requisites of design students, offering them a modern and artistic milieu.

Address: Eros Building District Centre, Rajouri Garden New Delhi

Contact Number :
Ms. Madhushree: 7428088562
Ms. Margarita Soma: 8076854673
Helpline:1800 103 3005

Delhi (West)
Delhi South

Nestled within the cultural epicentre of the capital city, Pearl Academy's recently established South Delhi campus presents an array of prospects to its students. With excellent connectivity to prominent locales, the campus fosters an ideal setting for budding creative minds.

Address: Lotus Tower, situated at the Community Center, New Friends Colony, New Delhi – 110025

Contact Number :
Ms. Vidya Kalra: 8130566377
Helpline:1800 103 3005

Delhi (West)

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