Manipur University of Culture was set up in 2015 as a Model University in the field of Art and Culture in the history of Indian academia. The university offers undergraduate and postgraduate courses in the field of Arts. MUC offers BA and MA courses in various disciplines in full time mode. The admissions to these courses are based on a written test conducted by the university itself. Additionally, the university also offers research level courses for postgraduate students. 

MUC has a plethora of facilities including a library with electronic resources. The institute has a great number of faculty members well experienced and trained in their field of knowledge.

Manipur University of Culture, Imphal Highlights

Established | Institute Type 2015 | State University
Recognized by UGC
Affiliated to AIU
Courses Offered UG and PG
Popular Courses BA
Admission Criteria Written Test
Application Mode Offline
Facilities Available Library, Classrooms, Cafeteria etc
Official Website Manipal University of Culture, Imphal

Manipur University of Culture, Imphal Courses

Course Specializations Eligibility Criteria Selection Process
BA Dance Candidates should have completed 10+2 examination of general education with basic knowledge of 3-year foundational course or certificate course by any recognized institute Written Test followed by Practical Demonstration Test and Viva-Voce
Music
Thang-Ta (Manipuri Martial arts)
Umang Lai-haraoba
Theatre
Sankirtana
Tribal studies
Visual Arts
MA English Bachelor’s/ Honors degree with English as a subject and 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST category) Written Entrance Test/ Presentation/ Interview
Manipuri Bachelor’s/ Honours Degree with Manipuri as a subject and 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST category)
Culture studies Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline or Master’s degree in Science, Social Science and Humanities with 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST category)
Umanglai-haraoba Bachelor’s degree in Umanglai-Haraoba with 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST category)
Tribal studies Bachelor’s degree in Tribal Studies/ Humanities/ BSc Anthropology with 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST category)
Sankirtana Bachelor’s Degree in Sankirtana with 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST category)
Visual Arts Bachelor’s Degree in Visual Arts (Fine Arts) with 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST category)
Theatre & Performance Studies Bachelor’s Degree in Theatre or Theatre & Performance Studies or its equivalent degree with 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST category)
Thang – Ta BA in Thang-Ta with 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST category)
Music Bachelor’s degree in Music with 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST category)
Dance Bachelor’s degree in dance with 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST category) Merit based

Read More: Manipal University of Culture Courses & Fees

Manipur University of Culture, Imphal Admissions

Admissions to UG and PG courses of Manipur University of Culture is based on the candidate's performance in a written test conducted by the institute itself followed by viva-voce or interview. The BA course in Fine Arts is a 4 year long course while other BA courses are of 3 years duration. 

How to Apply?

Applications for admission are invited through advertisements within the native and national papers and in offline manner. Below mentioned are the steps to follow for admissions:

  1. Candidates need to visit the institute campus to procure the application form.
  2. Prospectus together with application forms are accessible within the workplace of the registrar on payment of INR 400 for general and INR 200 for ST/SC/OBC candidates.
  3. Fill the application form with necessary academic and personal details.
  4. Enclose the below mentioned documents:
    1. Two self-attested copies of a recent passport size photograph
    2. Two self-attested xeroxes of HSC and SSC passed certificates
    3. Two self-attested xeroxes of HSC and SSC Marksheets
    4. Two self-attested photocopies of certificate of passing the inspiration courses/ certificate examination within the involved subjects.
    5. Self- attested copies of Category Certificates
    6. Self-attested Migration Certificate 
  5. Submit the application form.

Manipur University of Culture, Imphal Facilities

Manipur University of Culture provides many infrastructural and academic facilities for sustenance of its students. Below mentioned are some of them:

  • Library with more than 3000 digitized documents, 10000 referral and circulation books, national and international periodicals.
  • Sports Complex where many indoor and outdoor games are encouraged.
  • Cafeteria
  • Medical Support System
  • Well furnished Classrooms

Manipur University of Culture, Imphal Faculty

MUC has well qualified and experienced faculty members dedicated to impart rightful knowledge to its students. The faculty members are highly qualified and expertise in their areas of interest. Some of them are:

  • Dr. Longjam Meena Devi: Assistant Professor & HOD, Faculty of Social Science
  • Dr. Irom Robindro Singh: Assistant Professor, Faculty of Arts
  • Gurumayum Kunjalata Devi (Rass): HOD and Guest Faculty, Department of Performing Arts
  • A. Hemanta Singh: Co-ordinator, Faculty of Visual Art 

Check: Manipal University of Culture Faculty

FAQs

Ques. How many courses are offered by Manipur University of Culture, Uttarakhand?

Ans. Manipur University of Culture provides undergraduate and postgraduate courses, namely, BA and MA in Arts stream. BA is provided in a total of 8 specializations while MA is provided in a total of 11 disciplines. However, the university is planning to offer MPhil and PhD courses soon.

Ques. What is the exact location of Manipur University of Culture, Uttarakhand? How can candidates contact them?

Ans. The exact location of Manipur University of Culture, Uttarakhand is:

Near Bhagyachandra Open Air Theatre {BOAT} 

Palace Compound Imphal

795001 Manipur, India. 

Contact details: 0385-2441068, and also mail id if any query candidate needs- mucimphal@gmail.com

Ques. Is there any reservation criteria followed by Manipur University of Culture, Uttarakhand?

Ans. Yes, the university has some seats reserved for category candidates as:
  • Seats for SC/ST/OBC candidates are reserved as per govt norms.
  • One seat in each Course is reserved for candidates who have represented the state in the National/ International level competitions in Sports and Games.
  • One seat in each relevant Course is reserved for physically disabled/challenged candidates.

Ques. What is the pattern of the written test for the BA program at Manipur University of Culture, Imphal?

Ans. The weightage criteria is as follows:
  1. Written Test: 50 Marks 
  2. Practical/Demonstration Test: 35 Marks
  3. Viva-Voce Test: 15 Marks

The Written Test will be for 60 minutes and the Practical/Demonstration and VivaVoce tests will be for 30 and 10 minutes respectively. Also, candidates must secure a minimum of 40% aggregate marks in three types of test in order to be eligible for admissions to BA program.