Diploma in Art and Craft: Eligibility, Syllabus, Colleges, Fee and Jobs

Updated on Mar 30, 2025

Shibam Kumar

Diploma in Art and Craft is a 1-2 year undergraduate programme that teaches the fundamentals of art and craft activities. It is designed for students who have interests in art & craft and want to make a career out of it.

The basic eligibility criteria for enrolling in a Diploma in Art and Craft course is to pass class 12th from recognized boards. There is no entrance exam to get admission into Diploma in Art and Craft course, however, few institutes have minimum marks required for admission.

The average fee for doing Diploma in Art and Craft is INR 15,000-1,56,000, some of the best colleges are Indian Institute of Crafts & Design, College of Art, Institute of Fine Arts and Himanshu Art Institute. The fee varies depending on the duration of course whether it is 1-year or 2-year course.

Diploma graduates in art and craft can work as Art & Craft Teacher, Graphic Designer, Product Designer, 3D Artist and many other job roles. The average salary can lie between 2.4 - 4 LPA and can increase with experience or doing higher level courses.

Diploma in Art and Craft: Course Highlights

Level	Diploma (U.G.)
Duration	1-2 year depending on institutions
Eligibility	Passed class 10th or 12th from recognized boards
Type	Full-time and Distance Education Courses
Examination Type	Semester-based
Admission Process	Merit-based
Average Course Fee	INR 15,000-1,56,000 (depending on course duration)
Top Recruiters	Educational Institutes, Advertising Firms, Boutiques, NGOs and others
Job Profiles	Art & Craft Teacher, Drawing Teacher, 3D Artist, Graphic Designer, Product Designer and others

Diploma in Art and Craft: Eligibility Criteria

To enroll in the Diploma in Art and Craft, candidates have to pass class 10th or 12th from recognised boards.
There is no other basic qualification or entrance exam for taking admission into this course.

Diploma in Art and Craft: Admission Process

The step-by-step guide for taking admission into Diploma in Art and Craft course are as follows:

Applicants must select a particular college or institution they want to apply for this course.
Visit the official website of the selected institution and go through the admission criteria and other details necessary for admission.
Fill out the application form by providing required details and submit it.
Pay the registration or admission fee as instructed by the institution. Download the payment receipt for future reference.
Wait for confirmation regarding admission from the institution via mail or call.
After receiving the confirmation, join the college when the new session begins and start a new academy journey or exploring arts & crafts.

Diploma in Art and Craft: Syllabus

The syllabus for Diploma in Art and Craft course according to Institute of Fine Arts, Chandigarh have been listed below:

1st year
Semester-1	Semester- 2
Principles of Education (Theory)	Design (Practical)
Craft: Any one (Practical) Paper Craft Dress Designing	Craft: Any one (Practical) Clay Modelling Wood Work
Computer Awareness-1 (Practical)	Geometrical Drawing (Practical)
Painting (Practical)	History & Appreciation of Art (Theory)
Still Life (Practical)	Computer Awareness-2 (Practical)
-	Extra Curricular Activities including library studies and sports
2nd year
Semester-3	Semester-4
Educational Psychology (Theory)	Scale & Perspective Drawing (Practical)
History & Appreciation of Art (Theory)	Computer Graphics (Practical)
Craft: Any one (Practical) Soft Toy Making Photography	Teaching of Art & Craft (Practical)
Painting (Practical)	Craft: Any one (Practical) Screen Printing Leather Craft
Commercial Art (Practical)	Project (Practical)

Diploma in Art and Craft: Colleges & Average Fee

Some of the colleges or institutions in India for studying Diploma in Arts and Crafts are:

College/Institution	Average Fee
Himanshu Art Institute	1-year course: INR 71,000-77,000 2-year course: INR 1,42,000-1,54,000
Institute of Fine Arts	1-year course: INR 40,000 2-year course: INR 1,56,000
Balasore Art and Craft College	INR 40,000
Janki Devi Vocational Centre	INR 46,160
Sri Balaji Vocational Skill Development Academy	INR 15,000
College of Art and Design	INR 74,500

Diploma in Art & Craft:Jobs & Salary

Some best jobs and their average salary for Diploma in Art & Craft graduates as per Naukri.com and Indeed have been mentioned below:

Job Title	Job Description	Recruiter	Average Salary
Art & Craft Teacher	Design and implement engaging art and craft lesson plans aligning with CBSE curriculum and promote creativity. Teach and train students drawings and basics of art & craft.	Arihant International School	INR 2.4-3 LPA
Graphic Designer	Design logos and poster as per company needs and demands Help in new design making for product packaging	Lenskart.com	INR 3-3.6 LPA
Assistant Fashion Designer	Assist senior fashion design in day to day work and keep track of daily work	The LVMH	INR 3-4 LPA

Course Comparison: Diploma in Art and Craft vs Bachelor of Fine Arts

Here is the comparison between Diploma in Art and Craft vs Bachelor of Fine Arts course:

Specification	Diploma in Art and Craft	Bachelor of Fine Arts
Level of study	Diploma	Bachelor’s
Time	1-2 year	3-4 years
Focus Area	Overview and basic knowledge of art and craft	In depth knowledge of fine arts and craftsmanship
Colleges	Himanshu Art Institute, Institute of Fine Arts, Sri Balaji Vocational Skill Development Academy	Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Rabindra Bharati University, College of Arts, Amity University-Noida
Average Fee	INR 15,000-1,56,000	INR 20,000-2,20,000
Job Roles	Art & Craft Teacher, Artist 3D, Graphic Designer, DIY Teacher, Physical Education & Activity Teachers, Motion Graphic Designer	Graphic Designer & Video Editor, Fine Arts Teacher, Jewellery Designer, Art Gallery Admin Executive, Art Teacher

Why Study Diploma in Art and Craft?

The course helps candidates in enhancing their creativity level and foster innovations among those who have interest in art & craft.
It opens doors for various career paths in the field of art, design, craftsmanship and with experience one can earn more than usual tech or management jobs.
The course helps in improving the way of thinking and seeing things from different perspectives and affects the way people think, feel and react.

Diploma in Art and Craft: FAQs

Is it possible to do a Master's after doing a Diploma in Art and Craft?

No, for doing masters it is mandatory to have a bachelor’s degree in Art & Craft or Fine Arts.

What are the specializations available for Diploma in Art and Craft?

There are no such specializations available for doing Diploma in Art and Craft. After Diploma one can enroll into Bachelor's of Fine Arts course or Advanced Diploma in Art & craft courses to increase the competency level and knowledge in the field of art and craft.

Are there any entrance examinations for taking admission into a Diploma in Art and Craft course?

No, there are no entrance exams for enrolling into a Diploma in Art and Craft course, all the admissions are merit-based. Students must be 10th or 12th pass to apply for admission in Diploma in Art & Craft course.

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