Frequently Asked Questions

A list of all courses offered is as follows:

ADMISSION CALENDAR - 2023

Yes

A student may apply provisionally for any course but needs to produce self-attested copy of the mark sheets/ degrees before 30th November 2023. in case not able to submit the required documents by the stipulated date, provisional admission is liable to be cancelled and shall have no claim to the fee paid as per the Pearl Academy's refund policy.

For 3 Year / 4 Year UG course: 10+2, in any discipline.

For 2 Year PG Course: Graduate in any discipline from a recognized university including Open Learning university.

For 11 Months Professional Certificate Program: 10+2 or equivalent

UG/PG

- Selection is based on entrance exam & personal interview.

Professional Certificate

- Selection is based on personal interview only.

Yes

Applicants may apply for any or multiple admission cycle simultaneously by applying separately by filling a fresh application form for each cycle.

Result & Admission letter will be available on Pearl website. The soft copy is uploaded on the website and is also mailed on the student's registered E mail ID.

Partial payment is not accepted. There are two semesters in a year and you have to pay fee half yearly semester wise as per the deadlines specified in the offer letter.

Counseling benefits candidates in better understanding the various program options at Pearl Academy so as to make an informed choice. You are welcome to visit us and meet our trained counselors. Please get in touch with our Counseling team at Toll Free No. 18001039091, 1800212003005, 1800313003005 to fix an appointment with the Career Advisor.

Our Career Advisors will be happy to guide you on the courses, which would be relevant and suited for you. Please visit any of our centers and contact our Counseling Team (Toll Free No 18001039091, 1800212003005, 1800313003005) There is a live chat option available on the website between Monday to Friday – 900 -1800 hrs.

Stage 1:

Written Admission Test GPT, DAT & MAT

General Proficiency Test (GPT)

evaluates a candidate's proficiency in the English language, Logical reasoning, Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation.

Design Aptitude Test (DAT)

evaluates a candidates' aptitude for creativity, drawing, design ability, power of observation and imagination, sensitivity to environment and communication skills.

Media Aptitude Test (MAT)

evaluates a media school applicant's aptitude for creative thinking (ideation on branding or advertisement or campaign), visual expression (logo design or dialogues & expressions writing: screenplay), command over language (short report writing), and power of observation (human behavior or visual elements).

Stage 2:

Personal Interview (including portfolio evaluation / material handling skill test for Design streams).

All candidates are required to undergo a Personal Interview after the Written Admission Test at their respective Entrance Examination center /Personal Interview center's mentioned on their Admit Card.

In the event you don't get your 1st choice of program / campus, you will be offered your 2nd choice based on your rank / merit list. You may also apply afresh for the next Admission Cycle.

Yes, You may apply for lateral admission to Pearl Academy via Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) entry. Pearl's APL Admission Panel will carry out an assessment of your learning outcomes for lateral entry / admission and you will be required to appear for an interview if approved by the Panel.

Yes, however, the Industry quota seats are limited. Please email us at admissions@pearlacademy.com for more details https://pearlacademy.com/admissions/industry-sponsored/. Industry Sponsored candidates will be required to pay a higher fee.

Duly filled application for withdrawal from the program has to be submitted online and our Student Development Service team will get in touch with you. No other mode of request would be considered.

If a successful candidate does not join and applies for refund, the fees deposited by the student shall be refunded after deductions as per Academy's Refund Policy. You can refer it on the admissions page on our website - https://admissions.pearlacademy.com/

NOTE - Application fee is nonrefundable.

Foreign Nationals [Foreign passport holder] or Person of Indian Origin (PIO) or Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) will be considered under the International category. This is irrespective of the country from where they have studied and passed the qualifying examinations.

The eligibility for any UG programme is 10+2 and PG would be graduate from the college.

The Written Entrance Examination is waived-off for International Candidates. International candidates are required to appear for an Interview and Portfolio Evaluation only.

Academy ensures 100% placement assistance and has maintained an excellent record of 97% placements for its graduates. All industry placements, including industry internships, are handled through a centralized Career Services Department. Various brands from industry participate regularly in the campus placement services of the Academy. Please check our website for detailed information on placement.- https://pearlacademy.com/placements/placements-and-internship

The Academic Year commences in July / August every year. Please refer to the latest updates on the website.

Students are encouraged to maintain a 100 percent attendance for each semester. However, a minimum of 75% attendance is mandatory to be eligible for assessments. Attendance may mean full presence in all scheduled contact hours between the tutors and the students and will consist of lectures/tutorials/seminars/ practical/workshops/mentoring sessions and any other contact between the tutor and the students.

Pearl Academy is not a degree granting institution. *On successful completion of the program at Pearl Academy, students receive a Professional Diploma. Further, Pearl Academy facilitates enrolment of students for Indian and International Bachelor's degree from recognized institutions.

Pearl Academy facilitates enrolment of students for Indian and International Bachelor's degree from recognized institutions.

(a) International Bachelor's Degree

Students have an option to obtain an internationally recognized Bachelor's Degree by pursuing courses at one of our partner academic universities* as under:

• Torrens University, Australia
• University of Derby, UK or.
• Manchester Metropolitan University, UK
• Nottingham Trent University, UK

*The list of Partner Academic Universities (e.g., Nottingham Trent University, Manchester Metropolitan University, University of Derby, Torrens University) may change anytime, without any liability attached to the Academy. The Academy may also add new Partner Academic Universities in future.

(b) Indian Bachelor's Degree

All students at Pearl Academy Delhi NCR and Mumbai campuses are provided an opportunity to pursue Bachelor of Arts from Delhi and Mumbai University respectively and students at Jaipur campus are provided an opportunity to pursue Bachelor of Vocational Studies (B.Voc.) from Rajasthan ILD Skills University. Pearl Academy facilitates enrolment to these courses.

For further details, students are requested to connect with Campus Advisors

Post Graduate Programs

On successful completion of two-year PG program, a student is awarded a PG Professional Diploma from Pearl Academy. All students get to learn latest international trends through masterclasses by global experts and can also avail international summer / exchange programs.

*Pearl Academy is not a degree-granting institution and is not accredited by UGC, AICTE or any other regulatory body.

Pearl Academy is also affiliated with Sector Skills Councils under National Skills Development Corporation (NSDC) an initiative of Ministry of Skills, Government of India for following certifications. Students will have the added option for availing these qualifications. More certifications will be added.

Pearl Academy has partner academic universities in UK and Australia. The partner academic universities recognizes the learning outcomes of students completing Professional Diploma courses at Pearl Academy based on our internationally recognized curriculum and quality assurance processes and provides an opportunity to earn an international degree.

Students are eligible to go to partner academic university after the successful completion of 2nd or 3rd year. The international degree makes students eligible to pursue post-graduation in any international institution.

List of Partner Academic Universities:

• Torrens University, Australia
• University of Derby, UK
• Manchester Metropolitan University, UK
• Nottingham Trent University, UK

The list of Partner Academic Universities (e.g., Nottingham Trent University, Manchester Metropolitan University, University of Derby, Torrens University) may change anytime, without any liability attached to the Academy. The Academy may also add new Partner Academic Universities in future.

Torrens University (Australia) recognizes the learning outcomes of students completing Professional Diploma courses at Pearl Academy based on our internationally recognized curriculum and quality assurance processes and awards a degree in Australia.

Students are eligible to transfer out of Pearl Academy and go to Torrens University after the successful completion of Advanced Diploma.

Torrens University (Australia) degree makes students eligible to pursue post-graduation in any international institution.

On successful completion of two-year PG pathway, a student is awarded a PG Professional Diploma from Pearl Academy. The curriculum of the PG Diplomas is developed keeping in mind the international standards. With a focus on creative and trans-disciplinary thinking, research & innovation, communication and leadership development. The PG courses aims at providing holistic learning through a process-driven blend of theoretical and practical hands-on experience.

Pearl Academy is not offering degrees and doesn't fall under preview of UGC or AICTE.

It is a UGC recognized degree and makes students eligible for higher studies in India.

Pearl will help scheduling special prepatory classes for certain subjects in the timetable to prepare them and support with SOL examination. Part Content is also covered in regular time-table. However, students have freedom to choose the subject of their choice based on their background, interest etc.

Yes, it is mandatory for all students enrolling in the year 2019. Students of 2018 cohort, if interested, can also enroll for SOL, DU/MU.

Two-hour class in a week would be scheduled and facilitated for students at the Campus.

Student may opt for any course offered by SOL, DU / MU. However student are suggested to pursue subjects based on ease & relevance.

Ms Preeti Goel (SPOC – Delhi), Mr Gaurav Karnik (SPOC – Mumbai)

Rajasthan ILD Skill University (RISU) is the first Government Skill University of the country, Pearl Academy Jaipur campus has been offered affiliation from Rajasthan ILD Skill University. Rajasthan ILD Skill University (RISU) is the first Government Skill University of the country, established vide the Act passed in the State Assembly on 07.03.2017. With this affiliation, Pearl Academy will now offer Bachelor of Vocation degree (B.Voc.) in Fashion Design, Product Design & Interior Design. Bachelor of Vocation qualification is mapped as per National Skill Qualification (NSQF) under the guidelines of UGC.

B.Voc degree is offered in 1+3 mode. After successful completion of 1 year of foundation program, Pearl Academy students will be eligible for B.Voc. degree. The students enrolled with us last year will be eligible for B.Voc degree in Cohort 2020-2023 and students enrolled this year will be eligible for the same in Cohort 2020-2023.

Students who have completed Foundation programme from any other institute will be eligible to get lateral entry in Level 1 and B. Voc. degree in the Academic Year 2020-21 in different courses at Pearl Academy, Jaipur. This will be basis regular admission criteria for lateral entry.

Pearl Academy has established extensive international tie‐ups with eminent institutions.

• Student/faculty exchange
• Training and consultancy services
• International conferences
• Student joint projects
• Internships
• Online collaborative projects

Its vision embodies a commitment to global network and collaborations and sharing of best practices for mutual growth and benefits.

Types of International exposure:

• 8-12 weeks or full semester exchange programmes
• International Summer School programmes
• Study Abroad Programmes
• Participation in global events in international Universities & partner institutions
• International Study Module (4 weeks)
• Opportunities for international internships
• Collaborative Projects
• Masterclass by renowned international experts and faculty from partner institutions

Partner Universities / Institutions:

All students going abroad for semester exchange/ study abroad also receives a Certificate of Participation from the host university / institution.

For the fee structure, please follow the link pearlacademy.com/admissions/fee-structure

Yes. Applicant is requested to contact the campus counselor for updates on the same. We do have tie ups with

AVANSE Education Loans

and

HDFC Bank

• 3 days* loan sanction
• Unsecured or Collateral free loans
• 100% Finance
• No hidden costs
• Document collection at your doorstep

For more information, please contact-

HDFC - +91 9582220509 and AVANSE - +91 9711135030

Academy offers different types of scholarship

Who’s Next

Who's Next scholarship is constituted to support the deserving economically less privileged students joining Pearl Academy's Courses each year. The objective of this Scholarship is to support & reward new students constrained by economic limitations.

Click to download form – https://pearlacademy.com/admissions/

Who's Next Scholarship (new entrants) is applicable only to the new enrolments / students of regular UG / PG Programs at the time of admission.

The Scholarship provides partial waiver of tuition fee. It waives payment of partial tuition fee only for the current academic year in the following categories:

1. Category-1 : 50% waiver of Tuition fee
2. Category-2 : 25% waiver of Tuition fee

Eligibility

Eligibility for Who's Next Scholarship (new entrants) is as under:

1. Annual gross parental / family income from all sources – maximum Rs. 8,00,000/- (INR Eight lakhs only)
2. Academic Performance in 12th / Graduation ( Min 55% marks )
3. Academic Performance in Entrance test
4. Preference to wards of single parent.

NOTE: There is no concept of automatic renewal. The students need to apply afresh in subsequent academic year.

Who's Next scholarship (Existing Students - Course Toppers)

Who's Next Scholarship will be awarded annually only to meritorious students progressing to L1, L2 & L3 of 4-Year UG program courses and Year-2 of PG course.

Who's Next Scholarship provides partial waiver of tuition fee. It waives payment of 60% of the Tuition fee only for the current academic year.

Eligibility

The meritorious students of the respective cohorts at each campus, subject to class size of minimum 30 students. Who's Next Scholarship for the Course topper is subject to achieving minimum prescribed standard of achievements as under:

• 4- Years UG program courses : Min 70% marks in previous academic year at Pearl Academy
• 2 – Years PG courses : Min 70% marks in previous academic year at Pearl Academy
• Min. 70% attendance
• No disciplinary proceedings against the proposed awardee

*In case class strength is below 30, then classes across campuses will be combined and the Who's Next Scholarship will be awarded to the Topper (1st Rank) subject to achieving the minimum performance criteria as follows:

• 4- Years UG program courses : Min. 70% marks
• 2.Years PG course : Min. 70% marks

Who's Next Scholarship (Existing Students)

The scholarship is constituted to support the deserving students who are economically less privileged or are facing unforeseen economic crisis each year. The objective of this Scholarship is to support & reward our students constrained by economic limitations.

There are two categories:

1. Category-1 : 70% waiver of Tuition fee
2. Category-2 : 50% waiver of Tuition fee

Eligibility

1. Annual gross parental / family income from all sources – maximum Rs. 8,00,000/- (INR Eight lakhs only)
2. Preference to wards of single parent
3. Min. 70% attendance and Min. 55% marks
4. No disciplinary proceedings against the proposed awardee

Based upon the above stated eligibility criterions, individual applicants shall submit their request for Who's Next Scholarship in the prescribed format along with the following documents:

1. In case of student having single parent, please provide relevant supporting documents;
2. A copy of Parents ITR, Form 16 / Balance sheet of last 2 years as proof of income.

NOTE: There is no concept of automatic renewal. The students need to apply afresh in subsequent academic year.

Notwithstanding anything under this Scholarship, Pearl Academy's Management has right to continue or abandon this Policy going forward at any given point in time, without any prior written intimation. The Scholarship committee will be the final deciding authority for all scholarship decisions. Please note that this communication is without prejudice to any rights of Pearl Academy and this communication should not be considered as waiver of any rights of Pearl Academy in your favor.

General Rules for Scholarship (all categories)

• A student will be eligible for award of only one type / scheme of Scholarship in a given Academic Year.
• The scholarship amount will be adjusted against student fees. No cash or separate cheques will be issued in Student’s favour.
• In case of a joint winner / topper, the topper will be decided based on the exact LAM including 2 decimal points (before rounding off).
• The Academy reserves the rights to edit /modify / change or update the contents of this policy at its sole discretion.
• The students will be covered under the latest revisions of the policies irrespective of their year of joining.
• For all scholarships, decision of the Scholarship committee will be final & binding.
• In case of withdrawal under scholarship category, scholarship granted shall get withdrawn & refund shall be granted as per the normal fee structure.

Pearl Centres are fully equipped with facilities that provide the necessary infrastructure to deliver courses effectively Resources for students :

• Student Development & Support Services
• Well stocked library & Resource Centres
• Recreation Rooms
• Sports/Games Facilities
• Medical Rooms
• Corporate Resource Department (Placement & Career Counselling Services)
• Cafeterias

For hands-on experience students may work inside our state of the art Design Studios, Drawing Studios, Art Rooms, Patternmaking Studios, Sewing and Cutting Labs, Weaving, Knitting, Printing and Embroidery Labs, Computer Labs, a Visual Merchandising Lab, a Photography Lab, Testing Lab, a Make-up Lab.

In addition, all our centres are fully connected with high-speed internet wifi facility, cutting edge softwares that make learning more advanced and exciting.

Along with obtaining a world-class education, Pearl Academy students are provided with platforms to showcase their creativity through strategic events / activities held both on-campus and off-campus throughout their programmes.

Landmark collaboration with FDCI provides the opportunity to our School of Fashion, Styling & Textiles students to showcase their work at FDCI organized fashion weeks across India.

Our annual graduating event PORTFOLIO provides a grand platform to our Design, Business, Fashion and Media students to showcase their work in the presence of noteworthy designers, academicians & industry mentors and guests from the corporate. This mega event is one of the most awaited event of the year for us.