Abhinava Bharata Gurukula
Abhinava Bharata Gurukula
SPEC – Special Program for Examination and Certification
Abhinava Bharata Gurukula at SVYASA society proudly launches the Special Program for Examinations and Certification (SPEC), a visionary initiative to revive and institutionalize the traditional Gurukula system in performing arts education.
What Is SPEC?
- SPEC – Special Program for Examinations and Certification ensures that knowledge is passed down with precision, maintaining the purity and essence of each art form.
- A structured, multi-level certification system for Indian performing arts:
- Level 1 - Pravesha (Introductory)
- Level 2 - Parichaya (Familiarization)
- Level 3 - Praudha (Intermediate)
- Level 4 - Kovida (Advanced)
- Open to a wide range of disciplines:
- Classical dance – Bharatanatya, Kathak and Kuchipudi
- Vocal music – Karnataka Sangita
- Instrumental music – Flute, Veene, Violin
- Light Music – Laghu Sangita
Why This Program Matters
- Meets the increasing demand from art institutions for a credible, value-based certification process.
Our Vision
To preserve the purity and essence of India’s rich performing arts traditions, while empowering future generations of artists and educators through meaningful certification.
Objective
To conduct diverse examinations in performing arts connecting to Indian Knowledge System.
Purpose
The purpose is to cultivate interest in performing arts and assess their talent through a systematic valuation that nurtures their passion for the arts.
Eligibility Criteria to apply for exams for Students
Level 1 - Pravesha exam
Age of the student should be 10 years(as on the date of submission)
Should have at least two years of training
To attach:
- Study certificate
- Training certificate from the Teacher or Institution
Level 2 Parichaya exam
Three years of gap between Level 1 to level 2
If appearing directly to Level 2, they should complete 15 years of age and five years of training
To attach:
- Birth certificate and SSLC marks card
- Training certificate from the Teacher or Institution
Level 3 Praudha exam
Three years of gap between Level 2 to level 3
If appearing directly to Level 3, they should complete 18 years of age
Eight years of training in respective field
To attach:
- Birth certificate and PUC or Diploma marks card
- Training certificate from the Teacher or Institution
Level 4 Kovida exam
One year gap between Level 3 to level 4
If appearing directly to Level 4, they should complete 20 years of age
Ten years of training in respective field
To attach:
- Birth certificate and Bachelor degree Convocation certificate
- Training certificate from the Teacher or Institution
- Candidate can appear for only one exam in a year.
Teacher/ Examiner/ Teacher and Examiner’s Application
1. Level 1 - Pravesha exam examiner – Should have completed UG/Pre/Post Vidwath level exam
2. Level 2 - Parichaya examiner - Should have completed PG/5 years’ experience after Post Vidwath
3. Level 3 - Praudha and Level 4 - Kovida examiners - Should have completed PG (mandatory)/PhD/Senior Gurus/10 years of experience after Post Vidwath.
Training Certificate Template for Kovida